Egypt · Archaeology

3-Hour Luxor West Bank Archaeological Tour with Nile Sailboat Ride

3 Hours Round trip from Luxor Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Visit the 3 famous tombs at the Valley of the Artisans
  • 02 Observe painted scenes and designs in the tombs at the Valley of the Nobles
  • 03 Learn about the artistic and architectural importance of Medinet Habu Temple
  • 04 Relax on a sailboat ride on the Nile

Explore Luxor's west bank archaeological sites at Deir el-Medina, the Valley of the Nobles, and Medinet Habu Temple. Gain insights into the lives of the artists and artisans who worked on the royal tombs, visit noblemen's tombs with painted scenes and designs, and admire the reliefs celebrating the king's bravery in war at Medinet Habu. The experience also includes a relaxing sailboat ride on the Nile.

Board a sailboat on the Nile River and relax.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Hours
Tour type Shared
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
City Luxor
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

West Bank Archaeological Sites and Nile Sailboat Ride

  • During this tour, you will explore 3 different archaeological sites located on the west bank of Luxor:
    • Visit the Valley of the Artisans, also known as Deir el-Medina, famous for the ruins of the artists and artisans who lived here and worked on the tombs of the nearby valleys. This place gives insight into the community of artists, their living quarters, artwork, and tombs. Visit 3 tombs belonging to the artists - Inherka's tomb, Sennedjem's, and Peshedu's - painted in breathtaking colours and designs.
    • Then, head to the Valley of the Nobles, a burial place for high officials such as ministers, army leaders, and royal scribes, with more than 400 tombs belonging to noblemen. Only a few tombs are open to the public, and you can visit 3 tombs per ticket.
    • Visit Medinet Habu Temple, one of the best temples to visit in Luxor, known for its size and artistic and architectural importance. The temple was built around 1500 B.C. by Ramses II. You can see carvings of religious scenes from Ramses' wars against the Libyans, Nubians, and the Sea People.
  • Board a sailboat on the Nile River and relax.

End of the tour.

Deir el-Medina, Valley of the Nobles, Medinet Habu, Nile River sailboat

Where this trip takes you

Deir el-Medina, Valley of the Nobles, Medinet Habu, Nile River sailboat

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Luxor 1 city · 3 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Transportation
  • Guide fee
  • Lunch
  • Soft drinks throughout the tour
  • Sailboat on the Nile for relaxation

What's Not Included

  • Entry fees
  • Personal expenses
  • Gratuities

What to bring

  • Light, breathable clothing
  • Headwear
  • Sneakers
  • Sunglasses
  • Cell phone to take pictures

Know before you go

  • Taking pictures with a camera inside the tombs is prohibited. However, you can still use your cell phone to take pictures inside the tombs.

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.
End of the journey

Your 3 hours finish where they began, in Luxor.

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