Half-Day Luxor West Bank Tour: Valley of the Kings, Temple of Hatshepsut with Tickets, Transfers and Optional Lunch

Overview

Explore Luxor’s ancient wonders on a half-day shared or private guided group tour to the Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut Temple, hotel pickup included. Getting started Begin your journey with a convenient pickup from your hotel in Luxor. Travel in an air-conditioned vehicle to meet your professional Egyptologist guide, who will introduce the day’s highlights and answer any questions you may have. What to expect Valley of the Kings This UNESCO World Heritage site served as the burial ground for Egypt’s New Kingdom pharaohs over 3,000 years ago. The valley is renowned for its richly decorated tombs and the legendary resting place of Tutankhamun. Features Royal tombs : Visit three royal tombs, each adorned with detailed wall paintings and hieroglyphs that reveal ancient beliefs about the afterlife. Pharaoh’s legacy : Learn about the burial rituals and the significance of the Valley as the final resting place for rulers like Ramses II and Tutankhamun (optional entry, extra cost). Temple of Hatshepsut Carved into the cliffs at Deir el-Bahari, this mortuary temple honors Queen Hatshepsut, one of Egypt’s few female pharaohs. The structure is celebrated for its innovative design and historical importance. Features Terraced architecture : Admire the temple’s three-tiered terraces and colonnades, a striking example of ancient Egyptian engineering. Queen’s story : Hear the remarkable story of Hatshepsut’s reign and her impact on Egyptian history, as told by your expert guide. Colossi of Memnon Pause for photos at these two colossal statues, which have stood guard for over 3,400 years at the entrance to the lost temple of Amenhotep III. Features Iconic statues : Each statue stands 18 meters tall, offering a glimpse into the scale and artistry of ancient Thebes. Historical landmark : The Colossi are among Luxor’s most recognizable monuments, famed for their endurance and mysterious “singing” at dawn in antiquity.

Highlights

• ✦Explore the Valley of the Kings in a private or shared guided tour, where royal tombs and vivid wall paintings have survived for over 3,000 years.
• ✦Visit the Temple of Hatshepsut, an impressive cliffside monument honoring Egypt’s most famous female pharaoh.
• ✦Take a moment at the Colossi of Memnon, two monumental statues standing for more than 3,400 years.
• ✦Learn about ancient Egyptian history and burial customs from your expert Egyptologist guide, who leads with engaging commentary.
• ✦Travel comfortably in an air-conditioned vehicle, with convenient pick-up and drop-off from your hotel, bottled water included.

What's included

Frequently asked questions

How long is this experience?

4h

Can I cancel my booking?

This experience isn't refundable. Check the operator's policy before you book.

What's included?

Shared or private guided tour (based on option selected) · Round-trip hotel transfers (East & West Bank) · Multilingual Egyptologist guide (French, English, Spanish, Italian, German) · Local Egyptian lunch · Entry to the Valley of the Kings (based on option selected) · Entry to Hatshepsut Temple (based on option selected) · Stop at Colossi of Memnon

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