Flight from Cairo to Luxor Includes King Tut's Tomb

Embark on a captivating journey from Cairo to Luxor with a private guide, providing insightful commentary and undivided attention throughout your tour.

Begin your adventure with a journey to the magnificent Karnak Temple, the largest temple ever built. Travel in an air-conditioned vehicle and explore the awe-inspiring Avenue of Sphinxes, wander through the Hypostyle Hall with its 134 colossal columns, and marvel at the Obelisks of Queen Hatshepsut and Tutomosis III. Admire the exquisite lotus and papyrus designs that adorn the temple dedicated to Amon.

Next, venture to the renowned Valley of the Kings, the original burial site of the boy King Tutankhamun. Explore intricately carved tombs, richly decorated and filled with treasures intended for the afterlife of the Pharaohs. Your guide will lead you to three tombs (rotated throughout the year by the Egyptian Government for preservation) and provide fascinating insights into the ancient history preserved within. Optionally, visit the tomb of King Tutankhamun, discovering lesser-known facts about this famous pharaoh.

Delve into the history of King Tutankhamun, who ruled Egypt for a decade and whose tomb was discovered in 1922 by Howard Carter and Lord Carnarvon. Gain a deeper understanding of the pharaoh's life, burial, and the treasures that accompanied him into the afterlife during this informative 1-hour exploration.

On your return journey, make a stop at the Colossi of Memnon, two massive statues representing Amenophis III facing the Nile. These statues stand as silent sentinels, bearing witness to the grandeur of ancient Egypt.