5-Hour Private Luxor West Bank Tour with Valley of the Kings

5 Hours Round trip from Luxor Hotel or Nile Cruise Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Private Luxor West Bank tour with a Spanish-speaking guide
02 Visit the Valley of the Kings and enter three standard royal tombs (included ticket)
03 See detailed hieroglyphics, religious scenes, and beautifully preserved tomb decorations
04 Explore the Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, built into the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari
05 Learn about ancient Egyptian burial beliefs and the legacy of Hatshepsut

Step into the ancient world on a private 5-hour journey across Luxor’s West Bank, guided by a Spanish-speaking expert who brings Egypt’s royal history to life. Explore two of the region’s most celebrated archaeological sites, with time to admire intricate carvings, vivid wall art, and the dramatic desert-and-cliff landscapes that frame them. Begin at the legendary Valley of the Kings, where your included entry covers three standard royal tombs, then continue to the breathtaking Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari to discover the story and legacy of one of Egypt’s most powerful female pharaohs.

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

City Luxor

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Valley of the Kings and Queen Hatshepsut's Temple

Valley of the Kings
Luxor West Bank, Luxor, Egypt
Visit the Valley of the Kings, the renowned royal necropolis where numerous New Kingdom pharaohs were laid to rest. Your included ticket grants entry to three standard royal tombs. Appreciate the ancient hieroglyphics, religious scenes, and vibrant wall decorations as your Spanish-speaking guide explains the beliefs and burial traditions of ancient Egypt.
Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut
Deir el-Bahari, Luxor, Egypt
Discover the impressive Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, built into the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari. Explore its terraces, colonnades, reliefs, and ceremonial spaces while learning about Hatshepsut, one of ancient Egypt's most influential female pharaohs.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Luxor Hotel or Nile Cruise 1 city · 5 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Private, air-conditioned vehicle
Hotel or Nile cruise pickup and drop-off in Luxor
Professional private Spanish-speaking guide
Admission ticket to the Valley of the Kings
Entry to three standard royal tombs
Admission ticket to the Temple of Hatshepsut
Bottled water
All applicable taxes and service charges

What's Not Included

Entrance fees for the Tomb of Tutankhamun
Entry fees for other special-access tombs
Meals and additional beverages
Personal expenses
Optional activities not listed
Gratuities for the guide and driver

What to bring

Valid passport or ID
Booking confirmation
Comfortable walking shoes
Light and comfortable clothing
Sunglasses
Sun hat
Sunscreen
Camera or smartphone
Some cash for optional tomb tickets and gratuities

Know before you go

The tour lasts approximately five hours.
Pickup is available from hotels and Nile cruises in Luxor.
The exact pickup time will be confirmed after booking.
The standard Valley of the Kings ticket includes entry to three regular tombs.
The open tombs may vary according to the archaeological site's operating schedule.
Entry to the Tomb of Tutankhamun is not included and requires a separate ticket.
Other special tombs may also require additional entrance tickets.
The tour involves walking, stairs, slopes, and uneven surfaces.
Temperatures can be high, especially during the summer months.
The itinerary order may change due to traffic, opening hours, or operational conditions.
Please provide your hotel or cruise name and address when booking.
Wheelchair accessible? No - the complete tour is not wheelchair accessible because the royal tombs and archaeological sites include stairs, narrow passages, slopes, and uneven surfaces.