Valley of the Kings, Valley of the Queens and Hatshepsut Temple Tour
Duration
7 Hours
Max People
20
Tour Type
Private
Pickup
Luxor
Overview
Half-day Valley of the Kings and Queens Tour in Luxor. This private experience takes you to three famous sites on the West Bank. Explore ancient tombs, beautiful wall paintings, and the impressive Temple of Queen Hatshepsut with a professional Egyptologist guide.
First, visit the legendary Valley of the Kings. This ancient burial area was used for many rulers of Egypt’s New Kingdom. Here, you can enter selected royal tombs and admire colorful scenes and hieroglyphics. Your guide will also explain the stories of the pharaohs and their beliefs about the afterlife.
Next, continue to the Valley of the Queens. This historic site contains tombs built for queens, royal children, and other important members of the royal family. During your visit, discover beautiful decorations and learn more about life in ancient Egypt.
Then, travel to the magnificent Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari. The temple stands beneath high limestone cliffs and features impressive terraces and columns. In addition, your guide will tell you about Hatshepsut and her remarkable reign.
Finally, relax during your private transfer back to your hotel or Nile cruise in Luxor. This Valley of the Kings and Queens Tour is ideal for couples, families, and small groups. It combines royal history, ancient art, and expert guidance in one memorable West Bank experience.
Highlights
- Explore the Valley of the Kings
- Visit the Valley of the Queens
- Optional visit to the Tomb of Queen Nefertari
- Discover the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut
- See the Colossi of Memnon
- Learn from a professional Egyptologist guide
- Private air-conditioned transportation
- Hotel or Nile cruise pickup and drop-off
Included/Excluded
- Hotel or Nile Cruise pickup and drop-off in Luxor
- Private air-conditioned vehicle
- Professional licensed Egyptologist guide
- Bottled mineral water
- Private sightseeing tour
- All service charges and taxes
- Entrance fees to archaeological sites
- Gratuities (optional)
Tour Plan
Hotel or Nile Cruise Pickup
Your private Egyptologist guide will meet you at your hotel or Nile cruise in Luxor before crossing the Nile to begin your journey through the ancient royal necropolis on the West Bank.
Valley of the Kings
Your first destination is the legendary Valley of the Kings, the burial place of Egypt's New Kingdom pharaohs. Explore three beautifully decorated royal tombs included with the standard entrance ticket while learning about ancient Egyptian beliefs, funerary rituals, and the fascinating history of famous rulers such as Tutankhamun and Ramses II.
Temple of Queen Hatshepsut
Continue to the spectacular Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari. Built against dramatic limestone cliffs, this magnificent mortuary temple is one of the finest examples of ancient Egyptian architecture. Discover the remarkable story of Queen Hatshepsut, one of Egypt's most successful female rulers, as your guide explains the temple's unique design and beautifully preserved reliefs.
Valley of the Queens
Next, visit the Valley of the Queens, where the wives, princes, and princesses of the pharaohs were laid to rest. Explore the beautifully decorated tombs open to visitors and learn about the lives of Egypt's royal families. If desired, you may purchase an additional ticket to visit the spectacular Tomb of Queen Nefertari, widely regarded as one of the most beautifully decorated tombs in Egypt.
Colossi of Memnon
Before returning, stop at the Colossi of Memnon, two enormous statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III. Capture memorable photographs while your guide shares the fascinating history and legends surrounding these ancient monuments.
Finally, relax during your private transfer back to your hotel or Nile cruise.
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