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Luxor West Bank Day Tour

Luxor West Bank Day Tour

A private guided day trip to Luxor's West Bank covering the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatshepsut, and the Colossi of Memnon, featuring door-to-door transfers from any Luxor hotel or Nile cruise.

From$55/ per guest
Duration
Full day
Group
Up to 10 guests
Availability
Daily
From
$55 / per guest
About this journey

This tour provides a focused exploration of ancient Thebes' sacred mortuary grounds located on the western bank of the Nile. Accompanied by a licensed Egyptologist guide, travelers visit three major archaeological sites: the royal underground tombs in the Valley of the Kings, the terraced Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari, and the twin stone monoliths known as the Colossi of Memnon. All transfers are conducted in a private, air-conditioned vehicle, offering direct pickup and return to your Luxor hotel or Nile river cruise ship.

What sets it apart
  • 01Tailored Monument Exploration
  • 02Private expert Egyptologist throughout
  • 03Door-to-door private A/C transport
  • 04Tailored Pacing & Flexible Departure Times
The itinerary

Day by day.

1 days · Full day
Luxor

An Egyptaten representative will meet you at your Luxor hotel or Nile cruise to begin your private West Bank tour, accompanied by your dedicated guide to explore:

  • Valley of the Kings
    Valley of the Kings

    Step inside the Valley of the Kings, the sacred necropolis where ancient Egypt's pharaohs were laid to rest across three dynasties. As you descend into these rock-cut tombs—including those of legendary rulers like Ramesses II and King Tutankhamun—you will view intricate wall reliefs and vivid color pigments that have survived for over 3,000 years.

  • Hatshepsut Temple
    Hatshepsut Temple

    Built directly into the cliff face of Deir el-Bahari, the Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut stands among ancient Egypt’s most architecturally unique and finely preserved monuments. Its design spans three grand terraced levels linked by sweeping central ramps, showcasing classical ancient symmetry and honoring one of Egypt's most prominent female pharaohs.

  • Lunch Time
    Lunch Time

    Enjoy your lunch at a restaurant in Luxor, then continue your trip by exploring:

  • Colossi of Memnon
    Colossi of Memnon

    Standing as sentinels on Luxor's West Bank, the Colossi of Memnon are two 18-meter-tall stone monoliths depicting Pharaoh Amenhotep III. They represent the primary surviving structure of his once-vast mortuary temple. Carved from massive quartzite sandstone blocks quarried near Cairo, these statues were transported over 700 kilometers south to ancient Thebes over 3,400 years ago.

Finally, you will be transferred to your hotel / Nile Cruise.

MealsLunch
What is included

Quietly considered.

  • ✓All transfers via private air-conditioned vehicle.
  • ✓English-Speaking Egyptologist Throughout Your Journey.
  • ✓Complimentary mineral water provided throughout the journey.
  • ✓Entrance fees to all sites as indicated on the itinerary.
  • ✓Hotel / Nile Cruise pick-up and return transfers in Luxor.
  • ✓Lunch at a carefully selected local restaurant during your day trip.
  • ✓All applicable service charges and taxes.
What is excluded

Transparent boundaries.

  • ✕Any services, meals, or expenses not expressly mentioned in the itinerary.
  • ✕Personal expenses and incidental costs.
  • ✕Gratuities.
Investment & tariffs
From $55
/ per guest — rate scales with the size of your party

Starting rates are indicative and may vary based on travel dates, seasonality, nationality, availability, and selected services. Final pricing will be confirmed upon inquiry.

Solo traveller
Private guiding and transfers throughout.
$135pp
2 guests
Private guiding and transfers throughout.
$90pp
3 – 4 guests
Private guiding and transfers throughout.
$80pp
5 – 8 guests
Private guiding and transfers throughout.
$65pp
9+ guests
Private guiding and transfers throughout.
$55pp

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A standard half-day or full-day West Bank tour focuses on the core monuments of the ancient Theban Necropolis:

- Valley of the Kings: Entry to three royal underground tombs of New Kingdom pharaohs (18th to 20th Dynasties).

- Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut: The dramatic three-tiered terraced temple built into the limestone cliffs of Deir el-Bahari.

- Colossi of Memnon: Two massive 18-meter stone monoliths depicting Pharaoh Amenhotep III, serving as a brief photo stop.

Optional Add-ons: Optional sites such as the Tomb of Tutankhamun, Seti I, Medinet Habu (Ramesses III Temple), or the Valley of the Queens can be integrated upon request.

Visiting tombs in the Valley of the Kings follows specific Ministry of Tourism regulations:

- General Admission Ticket: A standard entry ticket permits access into three open tombs out of the rotating set available on the day of your visit.

- Guiding Rules: To preserve acoustics and prevent overcrowding inside narrow tomb corridors, licensed Egyptologist guides provide full historical explanations outside the tomb entrance using visual diagrams before you step inside.

- Premium Extra Tickets: Iconic tombs—such as Tutankhamun (KV62), Seti I (KV17), and Ramesses VI (KV9)—require separate supplementary tickets purchased at the main visitor center.

A focused West Bank day tour takes between 4 and 5 hours to complete:

- Timing & Schedule: Tours typically start early in the morning between 7:30 AM and 8:00 AM to explore the open-air sites before peak heat and tour bus traffic arrive.

- Site Breakdown: Expect to spend roughly 1.5 to 2 hours at the Valley of the Kings, 1 hour at the Temple of Hatshepsut, and 15 to 20 minutes at the Colossi of Memnon.

- Return: You return to your East Bank hotel or Nile cruise ship in time for lunch by 12:30 PM or 1:00 PM.

Yes, you can visit the Tomb of Tutankhamun (tomb number KV62) during your West Bank tour.

- Separate Entry Ticket: Entry into Tutankhamun's tomb is not included in the general Valley of the Kings ticket and requires a separate supplementary pass.

- What You See: Inside KV62, you can view the brightly colored burial chamber murals, the stone sarcophagus, and the actual mummified body of King Tutankhamun displayed inside a climate-controlled glass casing.

- Logistics: Your guide can arrange or assist with purchasing this extra ticket at the main entrance ticket booth before entering the site.

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