Full Day
Daily Tour
20 people
English
Explore the treasures of ancient Thebes on a full day tour in the West Bank of Luxor. This private guided tour takes you across the Nile to discover some of the most important royal monuments and temples in ancient Egypt.
During the tour, you will visit the famous Valley of the Kings, the royal burial place of many New Kingdom pharaohs, where magnificent tombs were carved deep into the desert mountains. You will also explore the impressive Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir El Bahari, one of the most unique temples in Egypt, before stopping at the iconic Colossi of Memnon.
This tour is ideal for travelers who want to experience the highlights of Luxor’s West Bank with a professional guide, comfortable transfers, and a well-organized itinerary.
After breakfast, your English-speaking guide and expert driver will pick you up from your hotel in Luxor. You will cross to the West Bank of the Nile, where the ancient Egyptians built some of their most important tombs and mortuary temples. Your guide will introduce you to the history of the West Bank, which was considered the land of the dead in ancient Egyptian belief because it lies where the sun sets.
Start your tour with a visit to the legendary Valley of the Kings, one of the most famous archaeological sites in the world. This valley was used as the royal burial place for many pharaohs of the New Kingdom. The tombs were carved deep into the desert mountains and decorated with colorful scenes, religious texts, and symbols connected to the journey of the king into the afterlife. Many great rulers were buried in this valley, including Thutmose I, Thutmose III, Tutankhamun, Ramses VI, Merenptah, and Amenhotep II. During your visit, your guide will explain the importance of the valley, the architecture of the royal tombs, and the meaning of the decorations. The standard ticket usually allows entry to selected tombs, while some special tombs may require extra tickets.
After visiting the Valley of the Kings, continue to the magnificent Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, also known as Deir El Bahari Temple. This impressive temple was built for Queen Hatshepsut, the daughter of Thutmose I, who ruled Egypt during the 18th Dynasty. She is considered one of the most powerful and successful female rulers in ancient Egyptian history. The temple is famous for its unique terraced design, long colonnades, and beautiful location against the limestone cliffs of the West Bank. Your guide will explain the story of Queen Hatshepsut, her reign, and the religious and political meaning of this remarkable temple.
On your return journey, stop at the Colossi of Memnon, two gigantic seated statues representing Pharaoh Amenhotep III. These massive statues once stood in front of the king’s mortuary temple and still face the Nile Valley today. Your guide will explain the history of the statues and why they became famous among ancient travelers.
After finishing the main sightseeing visits, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant in Luxor. This is a relaxing break after exploring the West Bank’s historical sites.
At the end of the tour, your driver will transfer you back to your hotel in Luxor by private air-conditioned vehicle.
Yes, this is a private West Bank of Luxor tour with a private vehicle, driver, and English-speaking guide.
The tour includes the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir El Bahari, and the Colossi of Memnon.
Yes, entrance fees to the mentioned sightseeing places are included.
The standard ticket usually includes entry to selected tombs. Some special tombs, such as Tutankhamun’s tomb or Ramses VI’s tomb, may require an extra ticket.
Yes, lunch at a local restaurant is included.
Yes, this tour is one of the best options for first-time visitors because it covers the most famous highlights of Luxor’s West Bank.
Comfortable clothes and walking shoes are recommended. A hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen are useful, especially during daytime visits.
The tour usually takes around 5 to 7 hours, depending on your hotel location, traffic, and the time spent at each site.
Yes, the tour can usually be customized by adding extra West Bank sites such as Medinet Habu, Deir El Medina, or the Valley of the Queens, depending on available time.
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