Egypt · Archaeology

2 Days Luxor East Bank and West Bank

2 Days Round trip from Pickup service provided in Luxor. Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore the Valley of the Kings and visit 3–4 royal tombs
02 See the Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut on Luxor’s West Bank
03 Stop for photos at the Colossi of Memnon and valley viewpoint
04 Discover Karnak Temple, including the Great Hypostyle Hall
05 Walk along the Avenue of Sphinxes and see the Sacred Lake
06 Experience Luxor’s East Bank temples and archaeological treasures

Discover the wonders of ancient Thebes on this two-day journey through Luxor’s legendary West and East Banks. Explore royal tombs in the Valley of the Kings, admire the towering Colossi of Memnon, and visit the remarkable Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut, one of Egypt’s most striking monuments.

Continue with the great temple complexes of Luxor, including Karnak Temple with its Great Hypostyle Hall, obelisks, Sacred Lake, and Avenue of Sphinxes. With time to experience the atmosphere of Luxor Temple and the city’s extraordinary archaeological heritage, this tour offers an immersive look at some of Egypt’s most iconic ancient sites.

Discover the wonders of ancient Thebes on this two-day journey through Luxor’s legendary West and East Banks.

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What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access No

City Luxor

Languages English, French, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

West Bank (Tombs & Temples)Explore 3-4 tombs (e.g., Tutankhamun (KV62), Ramses VI (KV9), Seti I (KV17 – if open), or others recommended by your guide).Stunning mortuary temple of the female pharaoh.

Stop at the viewpoint for photos of the valley.Quick photo stop at the massive statues of Amenhotep III.Often less crowded, with vivid reliefs depicting battles.

Day 02

East Bank (Karnak & Luxor Temples + City Life)Karnak Temple Complex

Spend 2-3 hours exploring the Great Hypostyle Hall, Obelisks, Sacred Lake, and the Avenue of Sphinxes.

Biggest temple in Egypt! I explain hidden symbols, take you to secret spots!Visit in late afternoon to see the temple by day and stay until sunset for beautiful lighting.A hidden gem! Smaller than Cairo’s Egyptian Museum but packed with prime artifacts, beautifully displayed. Highlights:

Royal Mummies (Ahmose I & Ramses I) – Well-preserved!

Statues from Karnak – Glowing under dramatic lighting.

King Tut’s Golden Shrine & Weapons – Less crowded than Cairo!

Akhenaten’s relics – Rare finds from the "heretic pharaoh."

The route