Full Day: Luxor By Bus from Hurghada
Why we love it?
The Full Day Luxor By Bus from Hurghada offers an immersive experience into the heart of ancient Egypt, making it ideal for history enthusiasts and travelers seeking to explore iconic archaeological sites. Spanning 17 hours, this guided tour includes visits to significant landmarks in Luxor, such as the Valley of the Kings and Karnak Temple, led by an Egyptologist who provides in-depth knowledge of the region's rich history. Participants will enjoy a local lunch and benefit from convenient pick-up and drop-off services in a modern, air-conditioned bus, ensuring a comfortable journey. This tour is distinctive for its comprehensive itinerary that covers key historical sites in a single day, making it a practical choice for those with limited time in 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
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
Itinerary
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.
