Luxor Day Tour from Hurghada: Explore Karnak, Valley of the Kings & More

from $48

Duration

2 hours 30 minutes

Type

Guided

Difficulty

Easy

Embark on a captivating journey through time with our Luxor By Bus tour. Departing from Hurghada, you'll travel to the ancient city of Luxor, the capital of the Pharaohs.

Karnak Temple: Marvel at the grandeur of Karnak Temple, one of the largest temple complexes in the world. Explore its intricate sanctuaries, pylons, and obelisks dedicated to the Theban triad.

Lunch: Savor a delicious local lunch at a restaurant on the west bank of the Nile, replenishing your energy for the afternoon's adventures.

Valley of the Kings: Discover the tombs of the pharaohs in the Valley of the Kings, a necropolis on the west bank of the Nile. Learn about the intricate burial rituals and admire the elaborate decorations within the tombs.

Temple of Queen Hatshepsut: Visit the stunning Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, a unique monument dedicated to the female pharaoh who ruled Egypt. Explore its terraced structure and admire the intricate hieroglyphs.

Colossi of Memnon: Witness the imposing Colossi of Memnon, two colossal statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III. These ancient structures stand as a testament to the power and majesty of the pharaohs.

Join us on this unforgettable excursion to Luxor and immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of ancient Egypt.

Inclusions

Egyptologist guide
Lunch in a local restaurant
Pick up & Drop off transfer with air-conditioned Modern Bus.
Entrance fee for all the sightseeing mentioned in the program
Entry or admission fee

Exclusions

Tip or gratuity.
Felucca Motor Sailing boat on the Nile.
Any extras not mention in the itinerary.
All beverage during the trip.
Entrance fee for Tut Ankh Amon tomb
Entrance fee for Seti I tomb
Entrance fee for Ramses V&VI tomb
Transfer from El Gouna hotels, Sahl Hasheesh, and Soma Bay hotels

Tour Plan

Itinerary

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Full Day Luxor By Bus

Itinerary

Luxor By Bus
We will start our trip by driving to Luxor in an air-conditioned vehicle to visit Thebes, the famous ancient capital of Egypt.

Karnak Temple
Karnak is an extraordinary complex of sanctuaries, kiosks, pylons and obelisks dedicated to the Theban triad but also to the greater glory of pharaohs. The site covers more than 2 sq km; it’s large enough to contain about 10 cathedrals and is considered the largest temple complex in the world. At its heart is the Temple of Amun, the earthly ‘home’ of the local god. Built, added to, dismantled, restored, enlarged and decorated over nearly 1500 years, Karnak was the most important place of worship in Egypt during the New Kingdom.

Lunch
We will recharge our batteries by stopping for lunch in a local restaurant on the west bank of the Nile.

Valley of the Kings
Crossing the Nile River to the West Bank, you’ll visit the necropolis of the ancient city of Thebes. Arriving at the Valley of the Kings, burial place of the kings of Thebes (ancient Luxor), you will have a brief stop at the visitors center. Guides are not permitted inside the tombs, but your guide will tell you what to look for inside the elaborately decorated rooms. If you wish to visit the tomb of King Tutankhamun, an additional cost is payable direct.

Temple of Queen Hatshepsut
Leaving the hot sands of the Valley of the Kings, you will visit the Temple of Hatshepsut, one of the most striking monuments in Egypt. Your guide will introduce you to the history of the temple and the story of Queen Hatshepsut, the famous female ruler of Egypt who posed as a male to gain the throne. There is free time to explore at your leisure as you wander the large courtyards and admire the intricate hieroglyphic decorations

Colossi of Memnon
The two faceless Colossi of Memnon, originally representing Pharaoh Amenhotep III, rising majestically about 18m from the plain, are the first monuments tourists see when they visit the west bank. These magnificent colossi, each cut from a single block of stone and weighing 1000 tonnes, sat at the eastern entrance to the funerary temple of Amenophis III, the largest on the west bank. Egyptologists are currently excavating the temple and their discoveries can be seen behind the colossi.