Private Full-Day Tour in Luxor East and West of Nile

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Location: Luxor, Egypt

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Make the most of your time in Luxor on a full-day , private tour that explores the highlights of the East Bank and West Bank. You'll see the Temple of Karnak, Luxor Temple , the Valley of the Kings , a favorite for brilliant art and well-preserved architecture. Traveling in the comfort of a private vehicle , you will have the flexibility to enjoy Luxor sites at your own pace, with door-to-door transport .
Pickup and drop-off at Luxor hotels .

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1. Temple of Karnak
The Karnak Temple Complex consists of a number of temples, chapels, and other buildings in the form of a village, and is for that reason that the name Karnak was given to this complex as in Arabic Karnak means ‘fortified village’. The Karnak temple is located in Karnak, in Luxor Governorate, in the south of Egypt on the east side of the Nile River bank. The Karnak Temple dates back from around 2055 BC to around 100 AD. It was built as a cult temple and was dedicated to the gods Amun, Mut, and khonsu. Being the largest building for religious purposes ever to be constructed, the Karnak Temple was known as “most select of places” by ancient Egyptians.
2. Temple of Ramesses III, Karnak
Karnak is a complex of temples built in different reigns, starting with the Avenue of Sphinxes, the Hypostyle Hall with its 134 gigantic columns, the Obelisks of Queen Hatshepsut and Tutomosis I, the Temple of Amon adorned with lotus and papyrus designs, the Granite Scarbeus of Amenophis III and the Sacred Lake. Karnak beats every other pharaonic monument: it is simply one of the most beautiful ancient monuments in Egypt .
3. Obelisk of Queen Hapshetsut,
The Obelisks of Queen Hatshepsut and Tutomosis I, the Temple of Amon .
4. Luxor Temple
Luxor Temple, Ipet‑resyt “Southern Sanctuary” to the ancient Egyptians, was so called because of its location within ancient Thebes (modern Luxor). It is located around three kilometers to the south of Karnak Temple, to which it was once linked with a processional way bordered with sphinxes. The oldest evidence for this temple dates to the Eighteenth Dynasty (c.1550–1295 BC). Ipet‑resyt, unlike most other ancient Egyptian temples, is not laid out on an east‑west axis, but is oriented towards Karnak. This is because Luxor Temple was the main venue for one the most important of ancient Egyptian religious celebrations, when the cult images of Amun, his wife Mut, and their son, the lunar god Khonsu, were taken from their temples in Karnak, and transported in a grand procession to Luxor Temple so they could visit the god that resides there, Amenemopet. This was the Opet Festival.
5. Colossi of Memnon
The Colossi of Memnon, the two largest ancient statues in Egypt, which date back to the era of King Amenhotep III .
6. Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el Bahari
A mortuary temple dedicated to the longest ruling female of Ancient Egypt, Queen Hatshepsut. The temple is decorated with statues, sphinxes, and reliefs, which have been meticulously restored over time.
7. Valley of the Kings
The rulers of the Eighteenth, Nineteenth, and Twentieth Dynasties of Egypt’s prosperous New Kingdom (c.1550–1069 BC) were buried in a desolate dry river valley across the river from the ancient city of Thebes (modern Luxor), hence its modern name of the Valley of the Kings. This moniker is not entirely accurate, however, since some members of the royal family aside from the king were buried here as well, as were a few non-royal, albeit very high-ranking, individuals. The Valley of the Kings is divided into the East and West Valleys. The eastern is by far the more iconic of the two, as the western valley contains only a handful of tombs. In all, the Valley of the Kings includes over sixty tombs and an additional twenty unfinished ones that are little more than pits. The site for this royal burial ground was selected carefully. Its location on specifically the west side of the Nile is significant as well. Because the sun god set (died) in the western horizon .
8. Tomb of Ramses III
The tomb of Ramesses III, designated as KV 11, is a complex system in the Valley of the Kings. It has been known since antiquity,the wonderful decorations include colourful painted sunken reliefs featuring the traditional ritual texts (Litany of Ra, Book of Gates etc) and Ramses before the gods. Unusual here are the secular scenes, in the small side rooms of the entrance corridor, showing foreign tributes, such as highly detailed pottery imported from the Aegean, the royal armoury, boats and, in the last of these side chambers, the blind harpists that gave the tomb one of its alternative names: ‘Tomb of the Harpers’
9. Tomb of Ramases IX
KV6 is among the first tombs in the Valley of the Kings. It's been open since antiquity. Many inscriptions have been left by ancient visitors in the tomb. The tomb is the burial place of the Pharaoh Ramesses IX, who ruled in the 20th Dynasty. The archeological findings, however, show that it was completed in a hurry, since many corners were cut after Ramesses IX's death. Located in the central wadi, KV6 has a total area of 105 meters and has a gate with a shallow descending ramp. Following this ramp therer are three stretches of corridors with four side chambers, two on both sides. However, none of these four chambers is finished or decorated. The tomb is said to have one of the largest entrances in the entire valley. Also, the intention of cutting pilasters at the end of the entryway and presence of four side chambers is rare. The presence of a large two-tiered pit in the burial chamber is another remarkable feature. KV6 is included among the last tombs of the Valley .
10. Tomb of Merenptah
Merneptah (Valley Of The Kings - KV8) The burial chamber in KV 8 is unique compared to other tombs. The front and rear walls of this chamber contain multiple niches and it depicts that Merenptah rested here in a set of four stone sarcophagi. When the sarcophagi were brought inside the tomb, the door jambs were removed which were later on replaced by blocks made of sandstone. Pillars were also removed to allow the sarcophagus to move in out, of which two were later replaced. There are five corridors in KV 8 - the walls of these corridors show scenes from the ‘Litany of Re’, the Amduat, the ‘Book of Gates’ and the ‘Book of the Dead’ and the ceilings represent astronomical scenes. In the fourth corridor, the king is shown in the ‘Opening of the Mouth Ceremony’ and the fifth corridor is one that leads to the sarcophagus hall, the king’s actual burial chamber, with the splendidly restored lid of his anthropoid sarcophagus.
11. Valley of the Queens
Used as a burial site from the reign of the 19th-Dynasty pharaoh Ramses I, this valley contains the tombs of many royal wives and children, the most famous being that of Queen Nefertari.
12. Tombs of the Nobles
Tombs of the Nobles
13. Howard Carter House
Howard Carter House
14. Ramesseum (Mortuary Temple of Ramses II)
Ramesseum (Mortuary Temple of Ramses II), West Bank, Luxor Egypt
15. Mummification Museum
ntended to provide an understanding of the process to preserve the body. The ancient Egyptians not only applied embalming to dead humans but also to many animals (Cats, dogs, crocodiles…. etc.). God Anubis(the Jackal) was the god of embalming and mummification. Mummification process is believed to have taken around 70 days, accompanied by many rituals. The organs of the deceased were carefully removed through a small incision (10 cm) in the left side of the body and preserved in Canopic jars. The body was then dried in sodium nitrate, or nitrate salt brought from Wadi El Natron, for about 40 days, and finally wrapped in bandages of linen. Magical amulets were placed within the wrappings on various parts of the body to protect the deceased. The family then received the body and placed it in a coffin for burial. The Mummification Museum provides a comprehensive view of the entire process through the display of many tools, objects and equipment used for the process
16. Tomb of King Tutankhamun (Tut)
Tomb of King Tutankhamun (Tut), Luxor, Egypt

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Posted By : 458naveenv
Wonderful experience with the whole Horus team, arranged everything perfectly, very helpful especially in any doubts.Recommending them to every one who is planning for luxor
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Posted On : 2023-10-26 12:29:30

Posted By : alizah707
Our very first time in Luxor , and I feel I know everything about Luxor and it’s History of all the the Kings and their dynasty , because of Mohammed.
He is very professional and he genuinely wants you to learn and enjoy your time here at Luxor . We recommend him highly , for an enlightening experience , do book this tour!!
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Posted On : 2023-01-31 15:02:29

Posted By : Ashley_C
We had a fabulous time with our guide from Horus Tours (sadly cannot recall his name due to my jetlag!). He was very knowledgeable, very open to taking photos for us, and made sure to take us to ALL the places, from Karnak (absolutely breathtaking) to the Valley of the Kings including King Tut's tomb, the Colossi of Memnon, and Luxor temple. We had a fabulous boat ride across the Nile and an amazing lunch at a beautiful spot overlooking the river. He was wonderful. I'd highly recommend this tour, especially if you're trying to fit in as much as possible in one day in Luxor. We had the most incredible time!
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Posted On : 2023-01-23 13:25:09

Posted By : 489nimah
The guide Mohammed was great he explained really good he was very nice and flexible and he was honest. This tour was amazing to see all the key attractions of Luxor. I paid a little more to also see the temple of luxor which was worth it
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Posted On : 2023-01-20 09:53:52

Posted By : ingaj2023
Very good guide, happy, funny, attentive, polite, told very much about Egypt history. The history was told in 2 languages - English and Russian. Our family is very happy with this guide. We recommend this guide and we wish him best of luck.
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Posted On : 2023-01-06 16:02:20

Posted By : Akihiro_M
I recommend especially those who does not have enough time to travel. They arrange effectively and nicely so I can travel smoothly without any stresses
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Posted On : 2023-01-01 00:09:21

Posted By : Kareem_A
This is the tour to go with.

For reference, this was our first family trip to Egypt, and we were traveling with two small but reasonably well traveled girls (ages 6 and 8).

Let me start off with the tour operator, Mohamed. He is fantastic in every possible respect. He was knowledgeable, transparent, and kind. He was adaptable to our needs, especially with the kids and their little legs and bladders that needed a little deviation from what must be his normal tours — I would book with him every day if I could.

The tour itself is excellent. All of the major highlights of Luxor in around 7 hours (for us — and we cut some things short because of the above limitations!), and Mohamed kept us interested in all the stories and history of everything we encountered. He also skipped the parts we told him we didn’t want to do, which was fantastic and gave us extra time at the places we really wanted to be.

The included meal was excellent — a small restaurant with a genuine Egyptian offering, and we really enjoyed it. Don’t expect 5 star cuisine, but instead authentic home cooked food.

When we make it back to Luxor one day I hope Mohamed is still here and able to accommodate us. He truly made the trip wonderful.
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Posted On : 2022-12-31 12:36:15

Posted By : Ameerah Meera M... A
Absolutely beautiful and informative experience. That caters to your group and ensures that everyone is accommodated to.

The guide is well knowledged and so friendly. You really have a great time and a fun experience.
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Posted On : 2022-08-28 05:43:26

Posted By : tina2123212
very very good tour guide i hope to meet him again in Egypt i like this trip, mohamed was very helpful person thanks mohamed
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Posted On : 2022-08-26 14:24:13

Posted By : Princeamar22
Very amazing trip with mohamed he wait us in the airport and we meet him there he is very good person and helpful i like this trip he is very good tour guide i advice every one this tour guide thanks mohamed for this wonderful day
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Posted On : 2022-08-25 13:09:31

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Private Full-Day Tour in Luxor East and West of Nile

WHAT'S INCLUDED

WHAT TO EXPECT

1. Temple of Karnak

2. Temple of Ramesses III, Karnak

3. Obelisk of Queen Hapshetsut,

4. Luxor Temple

5. Colossi of Memnon

6. Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el Bahari

7. Valley of the Kings

8. Tomb of Ramses III

9. Tomb of Ramases IX

10. Tomb of Merenptah

11. Valley of the Queens

12. Tombs of the Nobles

13. Howard Carter House

14. Ramesseum (Mortuary Temple of Ramses II)

15. Mummification Museum

16. Tomb of King Tutankhamun (Tut)

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Private Full-Day Tour in Luxor East and West of Nile

WHAT'S INCLUDED ⟱

WHAT TO EXPECT ⟱

1. Temple of Karnak

2. Temple of Ramesses III, Karnak

3. Obelisk of Queen Hapshetsut,

4. Luxor Temple

5. Colossi of Memnon

6. Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el Bahari

7. Valley of the Kings

8. Tomb of Ramses III

9. Tomb of Ramases IX

10. Tomb of Merenptah

11. Valley of the Queens

12. Tombs of the Nobles

13. Howard Carter House

14. Ramesseum (Mortuary Temple of Ramses II)

15. Mummification Museum

16. Tomb of King Tutankhamun (Tut)

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