Itinerary

Day 1: Luxor East Bank Tour

Morning Pick-Up
Your Egyptologist guide will meet you at your hotel or Luxor International Airport to begin your exploration of the East Bank.

Karnak Temple
Visit the magnificent Karnak Temple, the largest ancient temple dedicated to the Theban triad: Amun, Mut, and Khonsu. Learn about its connection to Luxor Temple via the Sphinx Alley, used during the Opet Festival. Marvel at the impressive hypostyle hall with its 134 papyrus-shaped columns, colorful engravings, and a sacred lake used by priests for purification.

Lunch
Enjoy a meal at a local restaurant.

Luxor Temple
Continue to Luxor Temple, where you'll see the grand pylon of Ramses II, monumental statues, and the unique obelisk. Discover its historical significance during the Beautiful Feast of Opet, where rituals celebrated the rebirth of Amun and Khonsu. The site also features a Roman chapel and a mosque perched atop ancient columns.

Day 2: Luxor West Bank Tour

Morning Pick-Up
Your Egyptologist guide will pick you up from your hotel to explore the West Bank of Luxor.

Valley of the Kings
Begin at the Valley of the Kings, the royal necropolis chosen by pharaohs after the Pyramids lost their treasures. Visit the famous tomb of Tutankhamun and examine colorful wall scenes that reveal insights into Ancient Egyptian beliefs and funerary practices.

Memorial Temple of Hatshepsut
Next, visit the stunning Temple of Hatshepsut, beautifully integrated into the natural cliffs. Inside, admire scenes depicting the accomplishments of female pharaohs, noting the damaged figures of Hatshepsut, a result of her stepson Tutmosis III's efforts to erase her from history.

Colossi of Memnon
Conclude your tour at the Colossi of Memnon, two massive statues that once guarded Amenhotep's memorial temple. Discover the legends surrounding these giants, including the mythical singing of one statue at sunrise after an ancient earthquake.

Return to Hotel
Your guide will transfer you back to your hotel, wrapping up your incredible tour.

2 days of Luxor Highlights

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2 days of Luxor Highlights