Discover the archaeological treasures of Luxor on this private day trip from Hurghada, exploring highlights on the east and west banks of the Nile: Karnak Temple, Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, and Colossi of Memnon. A beautiful boat ride on the Nile, delicious lunch and comprehensive attention from an expert guide further enhance the pleasure of this private tour.
Overview
You will be picked up early from your hotel in the Hurghada area by our driver, who will be waiting at the reception with a sign of your name in his hand. You will have a beautiful 280 km drive in a private vehicle to Luxor through the desert and along the Nile and past various Upper Egyptian villages (without a convoy). After arriving in Luxor, you will first visit the Karnak Temple , the most extraordinary sacred monument in the world with the fascinating obelisks, columns and courtyards. After Karnak, fortify yourself with a delicious lunch at a local restaurant.
Afterwards, cross the Nile by motorboat to discover the archaeological treasures of the Pharaonic Necropolis. There you will visit the Valley of the Kings , where the kings of Egypt were buried more than 3000 years ago. In their rock-cut tombs, you can explore the well-preserved colorful paintings and hieroglyphic stories on the walls. Next, admire the stunning Hatshepsut Temple . Hatshepsut was the only pharaoh who proved to be a successful ruler of the empire and created an architecturally exceptional terrace-like mortuary temple for herself. You will then make a brief stop along the way to take a look at the gigantic Colossi of Memnon from the 14th century BC. which are considered to be among the largest and most important statues of ancient Egypt.
Additional Information:
- We recommend also comfortable shoes, sunglasses and sun hat.
- Not recommended for participants with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant women
- The order of the visits can be changed by the tour guide.
