Budget Day Tour Visit the Best of Luxor East & West Bank

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Tour Queen Hatshepsut Temple and Colossi of Memnon in Luxor

Tombs of Tutmosis I, Tutmosis III, Tut-Ankh-Amon, Ramssess VI, Mrenptah and Amonhotepll

Karnak Temple dedicated to the God Amon, his wife Mut and their son Khonsu

Itinerary

Unlock the treasures of Luxor’s East and West Banks on this comprehensive guided day tour, ideal for travelers eager to explore Egypt’s most celebrated ancient sites. Your adventure starts bright and early with a convenient pick-up from your hotel, cruise, or even Luxor Airport. Venture first to the West Bank, where you’ll descend into the legendary Valley of the Kings—resting place of famed pharaohs like Tutankhamun and Ramses VI. Delve into the unique story of Queen Hatshepsut at her magnificent temple, a testament to Egypt’s only female pharaoh, before marveling at the towering Colossi of Memnon. Recharge with a hearty lunch at a local restaurant, then cross to the East Bank for a deep dive into the grandeur of Karnak Temple, dedicated to the Theban triad of Amon, Mut, and Khonsu. Your journey concludes at the stunning Luxor Temple, a masterpiece of New Kingdom architecture. With seamless transport, expert guiding, and all entry logistics handled, this sightseeing tour package offers an unmatched immersion into Luxor’s ancient wonders—making it the perfect way for culture seekers to experience Egypt’s rich past in a single, unforgettable day.

What's Included

Pick up services from your hotel in Luxor and return

All transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicle

Private Licensed English-speaking Egyptologist guide

Entrance fees to all the mentioned sites

Lunch at a good quality restaurant

Snacks

All service charges & taxes

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Sep 29, 2019

East-West Bank full day trip

I arrived the Luxor in the early of morning around 06:05 And We met Ms Salwa,my Tour Guide around 07:00.The tour starts with the temple of Hetseptshut, which was covered by sands for years.Temple has great place where the sun set.Then we move through the valley of kings,on the road we stopped near by the master pottery house whose grand grandfather was worked for Carter.After we bought some lovely stuff, we head through the tombs by taking great information from our lovely intelligence guide,Ms Salwa.We finished our journey after visiting Temple of Luxor and the Temple of Karnak which were most excited and spectacular monumantel areas.I kindly invite you to come to Egypt and see those amazing history and ofc you can feel amazing with the right hands,bookmundi Regards

Sep 29, 2019

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Budget Day Tour Visit the Best of Luxor East & West Bank

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