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Private Half-Day Tour West Bank of Luxor from marsa Alam

Marsa Alam1 hour

Description

Discover the highlights of Luxor’s West Bank on a private half-day tour that combines history, architecture, and breathtaking scenery. Visit the Valley of the Kings, the famous necropolis of New Kingdom pharaohs, and explore a selection of elaborately decorated tombs with your expert guide. Continue to the Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari, a striking mortuary temple set against dramatic limestone cliffs, dedicated to Egypt’s most powerful female pharaoh. Conclude the tour at the Colossi of Memnon, two massive statues that once guarded a grand funerary complex. Travel in a private, air-conditioned vehicle with a professional Egyptologist guide, ensuring a comfortable and informative journey. This half-day tour offers a concise yet immersive experience of Luxor’s iconic West Bank attractions.

Tour Options

Private Half-Day Tour West Bank of Luxor from marsa Alam
  • Pickup included

Itinerary

30 min

The tour begins with a morning pickup from your hotel or Nile cruise in Luxor. Your professional driver will escort you to a private, air-conditioned vehicle, providing a comfortable start to your half-day adventure.

Admission included120 min

Your first destination is the Valley of the Kings, the famous burial site of New Kingdom pharaohs. Enter select tombs to witness intricate hieroglyphics and vivid wall paintings illustrating royal funerary rituals and the journey to the afterlife. Your guide explains the symbolism, history, and fascinating stories behind each tomb, giving you a deeper understanding of ancient Egyptian beliefs.

Admission included90 min

Next, visit the Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari, an extraordinary mortuary temple built into the cliffs. Explore the terraced architecture, beautifully preserved reliefs, and inscriptions depicting trade expeditions, divine birth scenes, and Hatshepsut’s reign. Your guide will share insights into the pharaoh’s accomplishments and her role in ancient Egyptian history, making this temple a highlight of the West Bank.

30 min

Finally, stop at the Colossi of Memnon, two massive statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III that once guarded a grand mortuary temple. These iconic monuments offer excellent photo opportunities and a chance to appreciate ancient Egyptian artistry on a monumental scale.

30 min

After visiting these key sites, relax on the return drive to your hotel or Nile cruise. Your guide and driver ensure a safe, smooth, and timely journey back, concluding your private half-day exploration of Luxor’s West Bank.

Highlights

Fuel, tolls, and parking fees
Professional Egyptologist guide
Private air-conditioned vehicle
Hotel or Nile cruise pickup and drop-off
Assistance with luggage

What's included

Included
Fuel, tolls, and parking fees
Professional Egyptologist guide
Private air-conditioned vehicle
Hotel or Nile cruise pickup and drop-off
Assistance with luggage
Not included
Tipping (optional)

Pickup Locations & Times

Pickup from hotels or Nile cruises; please be ready 10 minutes early.

Important Information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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