Private Full Day Tour in Luxor

The Valley of the Kings, located on the west bank of the Nile near Luxor, is a significant archaeological site in Egypt. It served as the burial ground for the pharaohs and powerful nobles of the New Kingdom (18th to 20th Dynasties). The valley contains over 60 tombs, including those of famous pharaohs such as Tutankhamun, Seti I, and Ramses II. These tombs are renowned for their elaborate decorations, vibrant wall paintings, and intricate hieroglyphics, depicting scenes from the Egyptian mythology and the journey to the afterlife. The Valley of the Kings is a testament to the ancient Egyptians' belief in the afterlife and their advanced engineering skills. Today, it remains one of Egypt's most iconic and visited sites, attracting tourists and scholars from around the world.

The Temple of Hatshepsut, also known as Deir el-Bahari, is an ancient mortuary temple located on the west bank of the Nile near Luxor. It was built during the 18th Dynasty for the female pharaoh Hatshepsut, one of Egypt's most successful and longest-reigning rulers. The temple is renowned for its stunning architecture, featuring three terraces that rise against the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari, connected by long ramps.
The temple's design is unique and sophisticated, with its colonnaded terraces, large statues, and intricate reliefs that depict Hatshepsut's divine birth, her trading expeditions to Punt, and various aspects of her reign. The temple blends seamlessly with the natural landscape, showcasing the ancient Egyptians' mastery of harmonizing architecture with nature. The Temple of Hatshepsut stands as a remarkable monument to a powerful and innovative ruler and remains a key attraction for visitors to Luxor.

The Colossi of Memnon are two massive stone statues located on the west bank of the Nile River near Luxor. These statues represent Pharaoh Amenhotep III and were originally part of his mortuary temple, which was once the largest and most opulent in Egypt but has mostly disappeared over time.

Each statue stands about 18 meters (59 feet) tall and weighs approximately 720 tons. Carved from single blocks of quartzite sandstone, the Colossi depict Amenhotep III seated, with his hands resting on his knees and his gaze directed eastwards, towards the river and the rising sun.

The Colossi of Memnon have been famous since antiquity. In the Roman era, one of the statues was reported to produce a musical sound at dawn, believed to be the voice of Memnon, a mythological hero. This phenomenon, likely caused by the expansion and contraction of the stone in the early morning heat, ceased after the statue was repaired in the 3rd century AD.

Enjoy a delicious lunch featuring traditional Egyptian cuisine at a local restaurant.

Karnak Temple, located in Luxor, is one of the largest and most impressive religious complexes in ancient Egypt, dedicated to the Theban triad of Amun, Mut, and Khonsu. Constructed over 2,000 years by various pharaohs, the complex features the awe-inspiring Great Hypostyle Hall with its 134 massive columns, the Sacred Lake, the Avenue of Sphinxes, and numerous obelisks, pylons, and statues. The temple is connected to Luxor Temple by the ceremonial Avenue of Sphinxes, making it a testament to the grandeur, religious devotion, and architectural prowess of ancient Egypt. Today, Karnak Temple remains a major tourist attraction, reflecting the power and legacy of the pharaohs.

Luxor Temple, situated on the east bank of the Nile River in Luxor, is a large ancient Egyptian temple complex dedicated primarily to the god Amun, along with Mut and Khonsu. Constructed mainly during the reigns of Amenhotep III and Ramses II in the 14th and 13th centuries BC, the temple features grand pylons, massive statues, and intricately carved columns. Notable elements include the Avenue of Sphinxes, which originally connected Luxor Temple to Karnak Temple, and the impressive colonnade of Amenhotep III. The temple was a focal point of the annual Opet Festival, celebrating the rejuvenation of the pharaoh’s divine rule. Luxor Temple stands as a magnificent testament to the religious, political, and architectural achievements of ancient Egypt and continues to be a major tourist attraction.