This full-day tour takes you from Cairo to Luxor, an open-air museum rich in ancient Egyptian history. With a domestic flight, you can explore the iconic sites of the West Bank (including the Valley of the Kings, Temple of Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon) and the East Bank (including the Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple) in a single day.
Why Choose This Tour?
– Luxor’s Magnificent Monuments: Visit the best-preserved temples and tombs from ancient Egypt, including the Valley of the Kings and Karnak Temple.
– Convenient Flight: A quick domestic flight ensures you can maximize your time exploring Luxor’s archaeological wonders.
– Expert Guidance: Your Egyptologist guide will provide in-depth explanations of the history, symbolism and significance of the sites you visit.
Approximately 12-14 hours, including travel time (flight included).
Private air-conditioned cars for transfers throughout the trip
– The Valley of the Kings is home to the tombs of pharaohs from the New Kingdom (1550–1070 BCE), including Tutankhamun, Ramses II and Seti I.
– This archaeological site contains some of Egypt’s most well-preserved tombs, which feature elaborate wall paintings and hieroglyphs illustrating the journey to the afterlife.
– The Temple of Hatshepsut is a mortuary temple dedicated to Egypt’s famous female pharaoh, Hatshepsut. Located in the Deir el-Bahari area, the temple is carved into the cliffs of the mountain and has three stunning terraces.
– The temple’s wall carvings showcase the queen’s successful reign and her expedition to Punt.
– The Colossi of Memnon are two massive statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III, standing at 18 meters tall. They once guarded the entrance to Amenhotep III’s mortuary temple, which no longer exists. These statues are famous for the sounds they made in antiquity, which were believed to be the gods speaking.
– The Karnak Temple Complex is the largest religious site ever constructed and dedicated to the god Amun, his wife Mut and their son Khonsu.
– The site features monumental structures like the Great Hypostyle Hall, which contains 134 massive columns. The Sacred Lake, Obelisks and Temple of Mut are additional highlights that showcase the grandeur of Ancient Egyptian temple architecture.
– The Luxor Temple is located in the heart of Luxor. Dedicated to Amun, Mut and Khonsu, it was the site of the Opet Festival, an important religious celebration.
– The temple is especially impressive at night when illuminated, with towering statues and rows of columns leading to the entrance. It was expanded over time by Amenhotep III, Tutankhamun and Ramses II.
Pickup from your hotel in Cairo and transfer to Cairo International Airport for your domestic flight to Luxor (flight duration: approximately 1 hour).
Arrive in Luxor, where you’ll meet your Egyptologist guide and begin your tour.
Start your visit to the Valley of the Kings, where you’ll explore several tombs, including Tutankhamun’s tomb. Learn about the burial practices and the significance of these tombs.
Visit the Temple of Hatshepsut, the mortuary temple of one of Egypt’s most successful and unique rulers.
Stop at the Colossi of Memnon to view the two towering statues and hear about their history and the myth surrounding the “singing” statues.
Explore the Karnak Temple, walking through the monumental halls, pylons and viewing the impressive Hypostyle Hall with its massive columns.
Visit the Luxor Temple, marveling at its grand statues, columns and historical inscriptions.
Lunch at a local restaurant, where you’ll enjoy traditional Egyptian dishes (drinks may not be included).
Head to Luxor Airport for your return flight to Cairo.
Arrive in Cairo and transfer back to your hotel.
Rates |
1 person |
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Per Person |
595 USD |
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425 USD |