8-Hour Luxor West and East Bank Tour with Valley of the Kings

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Explore ancient royal tombs in the Valley of the Kings
• 02 Admire the architectural brilliance of the Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut
• 03 Discover the grandeur of the Karnak Temple Complex
• 04 Stand before the iconic Colossi of Memnon

Explore the wonders of Luxor on this private 8-hour luxury tour across the West and East Banks of the Nile. Discover royal tombs in the Valley of the Kings, admire the magnificent Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut, and stand before the iconic Colossi of Memnon. Walk through the vast Karnak Temple Complex, including the Great Hypostyle Hall, with a licensed Egyptologist guide. With private transport, entrance fees, and lunch at a quality local restaurant included, this is a seamless and enriching cultural experience.

Explore three royal tombs in the Valley of the Kings and learn about ancient Egyptian burial traditions.

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 English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

West and East Bank Discovery in Luxor

• Morning - West Bank Exploration
• Hotel or Nile cruise pickup in Luxor.
• Explore three royal tombs in the Valley of the Kings and learn about ancient Egyptian burial traditions.
• Visit the magnificent Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut, set against the cliffs of Deir el Bahari.
• Stop for photographs at the iconic Colossi of Memnon.
• Lunch Break
• Enjoy lunch at a carefully selected local restaurant serving authentic Egyptian cuisine.
• Afternoon - East Bank Exploration
• Discover the vast Karnak Temple Complex, including the Great Hypostyle Hall, obelisks, and Sacred Lake.
• Optional visit to Luxor Temple upon request.
• Transfer back to your hotel or Nile cruise in comfort.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Licensed professional Egyptologist guide
• Private luxury air-conditioned vehicle
• Professional driver
• All entrance fees to the mentioned sites
• Lunch at a quality local restaurant
• Bottled water during the tour
• All service charges and taxes
• Hotel / Nile cruise pickup and drop-off

What's Not Included

• Personal expenses
• Optional tombs (e.g., Tutankhamun Tomb)
• Tips and gratuities
• Any additional sites not mentioned in the itinerary

What to bring

• Passport or ID
• Comfortable walking shoes
• Sunglasses and hat
• Sunscreen
• Light cash for personal purchases

Know before you go

• This is a fully private tour with no sharing with other travellers.
• Tour duration is approximately 7 to 8 hours.
• Suitable for couples, families, and small groups.
• Moderate walking is involved at archaeological sites.
• Child-friendly arrangements are available upon request.
• Customisation can be arranged upon request.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Luxor Temple Ticket Office, Mabad Al Oksor, Luxor City, Luxor, Egypt

Tour start

Luxor Governorate, Egypt

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.