Egypt · Archaeology

6-Hour Luxor Temples and Valley of the Kings Tour with Lunch

6 Hours Round trip from Karnak Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore the Karnak Temple complex, including the Great Hypostyle Hall and sacred lake
02 Visit royal tombs in the Valley of the Kings, including the Tomb of Ramses III and King Tut
03 Discover Queen Hatshepsut's cliffside mortuary temple at Deir el Bahari
04 See the Colossi of Memnon, the two largest ancient statues in Egypt

Immerse yourself in Luxor's ancient wonders on a tour of the East and West Banks of the Nile. Marvel at the grandeur of Karnak and Luxor Temples, stroll through sacred precincts, and admire awe-inspiring carvings. Explore the Valley of the Kings, visit Queen Hatshepsut's majestic mortuary temple, and stand in awe of the colossal guardians of Amenhotep III. Perfect for history enthusiasts seeking Egypt's most iconic archaeological sites.

Immerse yourself in Luxor's ancient wonders on a tour of the East and West Banks of the Nile.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 6 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

Languages English, German, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Discover the Karnak Temple Complex

Visit the Karnak Temples on the East Bank of Luxor, considered one of the world's greatest architectural masterpieces.
Explore this vast complex of temples built during different reigns, including the Avenue of Sphinxes, the Hypostyle Hall with its 134 gigantic columns, the obelisks of Queen Hatshepsut and Tuthmosis I, the Temple of Amun adorned with lotus and papyrus designs, the granite scarab of Amenophis III, and the Sacred Lake.
Karnak surpasses every other pharaonic monument and is simply one of Egypt's most beautiful ancient sites.

Day 02

Explore the Valley of the Kings

Visit the Valley of the Kings on the West Bank of Luxor, an ancient necropolis that is a must-see for Luxor travelers.
Explore royal tombs, including the Tomb of Ramses III, the Tomb of Ramses IV, the Tomb of Merenptah, and, of course, the Tomb of King Tut. The tomb of Tutankhamun is the only tomb in the Valley of the Kings that was discovered nearly intact in 1922 by Howard Carter.
Tut's famous golden mask is displayed at the Egyptian Museum in Cairo, but here you have the opportunity to be amazed by the royal mummy of the young king.

Day 03

Visit the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut

After visiting the tombs, continue to the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir el Bahari, the only woman ever to reign over Egypt as Pharaoh.
This queen was an ancestor of King Tutankhamun and belonged to the same dynasty.

Day 04

See the Colossi of Memnon

Stop at the Colossi of Memnon, the two largest ancient statues in Egypt, dating back to the era of King Amenhotep III.

Day 05

Admire Luxor Temple

Visit Luxor Temple, dedicated to the Theban Triad of Amun-Ra, Mut, and Khonsu.
There, you will see the granite statues of Ramses the Great.
These ancient temples are a must-see for Luxor travelers.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Karnak 1 city · 6 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Hotel pick-up and drop-off
First-class air-conditioned luxury car
Expert Egyptologist guide
One bottle of water per person
Lunch

What's Not Included

Gratuities
Spanish-, Italian-, or Japanese-speaking tour guide: extra 20€
Entry/Admission - Temple of Karnak
Entry/Admission - Temple of Hatshepsut
Entry/Admission - Valley of the Kings
Entry/Admission - Luxor Temple

Know before you go

East Bank

Karnak Temple Complex
- Walk through the awe-inspiring Great Hypostyle Hall with its towering 134 columns.
- Admire the sacred lake and marvel at the colossal obelisks.
- Learn about the religious significance of this ancient site, dedicated to Amun-Ra.
Luxor Temple
- Explore this stunning temple, illuminated by its massive statues of Ramses II and intricate hieroglyphics.
- Discover the Avenue of Sphinxes connecting Luxor Temple to Karnak.

West Bank

Valley of the Kings
- Visit the royal tombs of Egypt's great pharaohs, adorned with vibrant murals narrating their journey to the afterlife.
- Optional entry to the Tomb of Tutankhamun for a glimpse of the boy king's burial chamber.
Temple of Hatshepsut
- Witness the grandeur of this terraced mortuary temple, uniquely built into the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari.
- Learn about Queen Hatshepsut, one of ancient Egypt's most powerful rulers.
Colossi of Memnon
- Stop for photos at these two iconic statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III, standing sentinel over the West Bank.
- Explore the ancient treasures of Luxor with a full-day tour that immerses you in the fascinating history of both the East and West Banks of the Nile. This tour is perfect for history enthusiasts and travelers seeking an in-depth experience of Egypt's most iconic archaeological sites.

Tour Highlights:

East Bank:

Karnak Temple:
- The largest temple complex in Egypt, dedicated to the god Amun-Ra.
- Marvel at the Great Hypostyle Hall with its forest of towering columns and intricate carvings.
- Explore sacred precincts, obelisks, and the sacred lake.
Luxor Temple:
- A beautifully preserved temple in the heart of the city.
- Discover its stunning Avenue of Sphinxes, massive statues of Ramses II, and exquisite wall carvings.

West Bank:

Valley of the Kings:
- Visit the final resting place of Egypt's pharaohs, including the tomb of Tutankhamun (optional).
- Admire the colorful and intricate artwork adorning the tomb walls, narrating the journey to the afterlife.
Temple of Hatshepsut:
- A stunning mortuary temple dedicated to Queen Hatshepsut, one of Egypt's most famous female rulers.
- Learn about her remarkable reign and architectural achievements.
Colossi of Memnon:
- Stop by the towering statues of Amenhotep III, guardians of an ancient temple.