Luxor West Bank Highlights: Valley of Kings, Hatshepsut (Half Day)

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  • Duration: 4-5 hours
  • Transport: included
Luxor West Bank Tour Discover the ancient wonders of Luxor on a memorable Luxor West Bank Tour. Explore royal tombs, ancient temples, and impressive monuments. In addition, learn about the

Luxor West Bank Tour

Discover the ancient wonders of Luxor on a memorable Luxor West Bank Tour. Explore royal tombs, ancient temples, and impressive monuments. In addition, learn about the pharaohs who shaped ancient Egyptian history.

First, enjoy a convenient pickup from your hotel or Nile cruise. Then, travel to Luxor’s West Bank in a private air-conditioned vehicle. Along the way, your Egyptologist guide will introduce you to the history of ancient Thebes.

Valley of the Kings

Next, visit the legendary Valley of the Kings. This famous site served as a royal burial ground for New Kingdom pharaohs. Explore the ancient tombs carved into the desert hills.

Inside, admire colorful wall paintings and detailed hieroglyphics. These artworks reveal important beliefs about the afterlife. Moreover, your guide will explain the stories behind the tombs and their ancient owners.

Afterward, continue your Luxor West Bank Tour with a visit to the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut. This impressive temple stands beneath the dramatic cliffs of Deir el-Bahari.

Temple of Queen Hatshepsut

Then, explore the temple’s elegant terraces and ancient carvings. Learn about Queen Hatshepsut and her remarkable reign. In addition, discover why she became one of Egypt’s most famous female pharaohs.

Meanwhile, your guide will explain the temple’s unique architecture. You will also learn about its religious and historical importance.

Colossi of Memnon

Finally, stop at the famous Colossi of Memnon. These two massive statues once stood at the entrance of a large temple complex. Today, they remain among the most recognizable landmarks on Luxor’s West Bank.

After your visit, return to your hotel or cruise. Enjoy a comfortable journey with your private transportation.

Overall, this Luxor West Bank Tour is an excellent choice for first-time visitors. It combines ancient history, fascinating stories, and some of Luxor’s most important archaeological sites. Therefore, it offers a convenient introduction to the wonders of ancient Thebes.

Inclusions

  • Private air-conditioned transportation
  • Professional Egyptologist guide
  • Hotel or cruise pickup and drop-off
  • Bottled water

Exclusions

  • Entrance fees
  • Meals and drinks
  • Personal expenses
  • Tips (optional)

Your adventure begins with an early morning or afternoon pickup from your Luxor accommodation. You’ll cross the Nile to the West Bank, the ancient ‘City of the Dead’. Your first stop is the magnificent Valley of the Kings, where you’ll explore several tombs of pharaohs, marveling at their intricate hieroglyphs and vibrant wall paintings (typically 3 tombs, excluding special ones like Tutankhamun’s). Next, you’ll visit the stunning Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, a unique structure carved into the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari, showcasing the power of Egypt’s female pharaoh. Before returning to the East Bank, you’ll make a brief stop at the colossal statues of Memnon, two massive stone effigies of Pharaoh Amenhotep III. The tour concludes with your transfer back to your hotel.

Tour Option 1 Person  2 to 3 Persons (PP) 4+ Persons (PP)
1. Transfers Only $70  $40 $25 
2. Transfer + Professional Guide $140  $85 $60
3. All-Inclusions (Transfer+ Guide + Accomodation) $210 $145 $110

What These Options Typically Include:

  • Option 1: Transfers Only

    • Private A/C vehicle with a professional driver.

    • Pick-up and drop-off at your hotel or cruise ship.

    • Excludes: Guide, entry tickets, lunch, and tips.

  • Option 2: Transfer + Professional Guiding

    • Everything in Option 1.

    • A licensed, English-speaking Egyptologist guide for the full duration (approx. 8 hours).

    • Excludes: Entry tickets and lunch.

  • Option 3: All-Inclusions

    • Everything in Option 2.

    • All Entry Fees: Pre-purchased tickets to avoid long lines.

    • Lunch: Typically at a high-quality local restaurant.

    • Bottled water, taxes, and service charges.

Pricing & Payment Policy

At Book Egypt Direct, all prices are quoted in US Dollars (USD) unless otherwise stated. However, we are happy to accept payments in other major international currencies, including Euros (EUR) and British Pounds (GBP), based on the official exchange rate on the day the payment is made.

Our prices are determined according to current market conditions, seasonal demand, and service availability. Therefore, rates may change without prior notice. Once a deposit or full payment has been received, your booking rate is confirmed and guaranteed.

What’s Included in Our Packages

Our published package prices generally include:

  • Comfortable accommodation (as specified in your selected itinerary)

  • Private or group transportation

  • Professional, licensed tour guides

  • Daily breakfast and other meals as indicated

  • Entry tickets to included attractions

  • Domestic flights or transfers (when applicable)

  • 24/7 on-ground support

For the exact details of what is included or excluded, please refer to your booking confirmation and final itinerary.

Holiday Supplement

A 25% surcharge applies to all Nile cruises and tour packages scheduled during Christmas, New Year, and Easter, due to increased demand during the peak holiday season.

  • Yes, pickup can be arranged from hotels, cruises, or Airport.

  • Yes, it is comfortable and suitable for all ages.

  • Yes, the vehicle and guide are exclusively for you.

  • Entrance fees are not included to allow flexibility.

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