Luxor East & West Banks Full Day Tour
8 hours
About this journey
Experience the best of Luxor in one unforgettable day with our Luxor East & West Banks Full Day Tour.
Your journey begins on the West Bank, where you will explore the legendary Valley of the Kings, home to beautifully decorated tombs of ancient Egyptian pharaohs. Continue to the impressive Temple of Hatshepsut, built for one of Egypt’s most famous female rulers, and stop at the iconic Colossi of Memnon.
After lunch, cross to the East Bank to discover the magnificent Karnak Temple, one of the largest religious complexes ever built. Finish your day at Luxor Temple, an impressive monument located in the heart of modern Luxor.
With private transportation and a professional guide, this tour offers an ideal way to experience the most important historical sites of Luxor in a single day.
The highlights
- Visit the legendary Valley of the Kings
- Explore the Temple of Hatshepsut
- See the famous Colossi of Memnon
- Discover the magnificent Karnak Temple
- Visit Luxor Temple
- Explore both the East and West Banks of Luxor
- Learn about ancient Egyptian history from a professional guide
- Enjoy comfortable private transportation
- Flexible private tour experience
What’s included
- Private transportation during the tour
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Luxor
- Professional English-speaking tour guide
- Entrance tickets to the sites mentioned in the itinerary
- Lunch at a local restaurant
- Bottled water during the tour
- All taxes and service charges
What’s not included
- Personal expenses
- Drinks during lunch
- Entrance tickets to additional tombs or optional sites
- Special tickets such as Tutankhamun's Tomb
- Gratuities
- Any services not specifically mentioned under What's Included
Good to know
- How long is the Luxor East & West Banks tour? — The tour takes approximately 8–10 hours , depending on the pace of the tour and the time spent at each site.
- Can I customize the itinerary ? — Yes. Since this is a private tour, you can request additional sites or activities when submitting your inquiry.
- Is lunch included ? — Yes, lunch at a local restaurant is included. Dietary requirements can be requested in advance.
- Is the tour suitable for children ? — Yes. The tour is suitable for families with children, although some archaeological sites involve walking under the sun.
- Can I book this tour from Hurghada ? — Yes. The tour can potentially be arranged from Hurghada as a private day trip, but transportation time and the price will be different. For the best experience, we recommend contacting us for a customized quote.
Day by day
Day 1 — West Bank of Luxor
Valley of the Kings
Start your day by crossing the Nile to Luxor's West Bank and visiting the Valley of the Kings.
Explore several ancient royal tombs carved into the mountains and discover the fascinating stories of the pharaohs of the New Kingdom.
Note: Entrance to specific tombs such as Tutankhamun's may require an additional ticket.
Temple of Hatshepsut
Continue to the magnificent Temple of Hatshepsut, built in honor of Queen Hatshepsut.
Admire its unique terraces and learn about the remarkable reign of one of ancient Egypt's most powerful female rulers.
Colossi of Memnon
Stop at the Colossi of Memnon, two enormous stone statues that have stood on Luxor's West Bank for thousands of years.
Take photos and learn about their connection to the ancient temple complex of Amenhotep III.
Lunch
Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.
You can request dietary preferences when making your booking or inquiry.
Day 2 — East Bank of Luxor
Karnak Temple
Continue to the East Bank and explore Karnak Temple, one of the largest and most impressive temple complexes in ancient Egypt.
Walk through the Great Hypostyle Hall and admire its enormous columns, ancient inscriptions, statues, and sacred structures.
Luxor Temple
End your historical journey at Luxor Temple, located on the East Bank of the Nile.
The temple is particularly impressive because of its combination of ancient Egyptian architecture and its location within modern Luxor.
After the tour, you will be transferred back to your hotel or preferred drop-off location.
Price & planning
Premium Package
- 1 person160.00 USD / person
- 2–4 people100.00 USD / person
- 5–9 people70.00 USD / person
- Child55.00 USD / child
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