8-Hour Luxor East and West Bank Tour with Private Egyptologist

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Explore Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple on the East Bank
• 02 Discover the Valley of the Kings and the Colossi of Memnon on the West Bank
• 03 Learn the history of royal tombs with a private Egyptologist guide
• 04 Capture striking photographs of Luxor's temples and ancient monuments

Explore Luxor's most compelling archaeological treasures across both the East Bank, known as the land of the living, and the West Bank, the land of the dead. Travel in a private car with hotel pickup and drop-off, accompanied by a professional Egyptologist guide. Visit Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, the Valley of the Kings, and the monumental Colossi of Memnon. Enjoy bottled water and light refreshments along the way, with opportunities for further optional tomb visits depending on availability.

Explore Luxor's most compelling archaeological treasures across both the East Bank, known as the land of the living, and the West Bank, the land of the dead.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

City Luxor

Languages Arabic, English, French, German, Italian

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

East and West Bank Highlights of Luxor

• 09:00 AM: Begin with hotel pickup in Luxor.

• 09:30 AM - 11:30 AM: Explore Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple.

• 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM: Transfer to the West Bank and visit the Valley of the Kings.

• 12:30 PM - 01:00 PM: Continue to the Colossi of Memnon.

• 01:00 PM - 01:30 PM: Take a short refreshment break.

• 01:30 PM - 03:30 PM: Visit the Temple of Hatshepsut.

• 03:30 PM - 04:30 PM: Enjoy free time or optional visits to smaller tombs.

• 04:30 PM - 05:00 PM: Return to your hotel.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Pickup and drop-off
• Egyptologist guide
• Entry fees, bottled water, and private transport

What's Not Included

• Meals, lunch, or dinner unless specified
• Tips for the guide or driver
• Optional entry to individual tombs not listed, for example inside some royal tombs
• Personal expenses such as souvenirs or paid photo permissions

What to bring

• Comfortable walking shoes
• Sunscreen, hat, and sunglasses
• Light, breathable clothing
• Camera or smartphone
• Small backpack for water or snacks

Know before you go

• Tour involves moderate walking, so comfortable shoes are recommended.
• Temperatures can be very hot, especially on the West Bank, so bring water and sun protection.
• Photography is allowed, but drones are restricted without a permit.
• Entrance tickets to some tombs may have limited access, so check with your guide.
• Private guide speaks Greek for a personalised experience.
• Walking the Avenue of Sphinxes is included if restored and accessible.
• Evening Sound and Light show at Karnak is available if conditions allow.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Luxor, Luxor City, Luxor, Egypt

Tour start

Luxor, Luxor City, Luxor, Luxor Governorate, Egypt

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.