Halve dag westelijke Nijloever Luxor: Vallei der Koningen en tempel van Hatsjepsoet met tickets, transfers en optionele lunch

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.

• ✦Explore Luxor's West Bank in half a day, with round-trip hotel transfers, Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, and Colossi of Memnon.
• ✦Follow a multilingual Egyptologist guide who brings pharaohs to life as you traverse Luxor's West Bank, with bottled water and support included.
• ✦Step into the Valley of the Kings to see vividly painted royal tombs, carved passages, and hieroglyphs as your guide unpacks ancient burial rituals.
• ✦Admire Hatshepsut's cliff-carved mortuary temple and its terraces, then pause at the towering Colossi of Memnon for classic West Bank photos.
• ✦If you select an upgrade, add lunch, include entry tickets, or opt for a private or full-day tour that also visits Luxor Temple and Karnak Temple.

Hoe lang duurt deze ervaring?

4h

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Wat is inbegrepen?

Guided visit to the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon · Round-trip hotel transfers in Luxor · Expert multilingual Egyptologist guide in English, French, German, Italian and Spanish · Lunch [as per option selected] · Entry tickets to the Valley of the Kings and the Temple of Hatshepsut [as per option selected] · Shared or private guided tour [as per option selected]