Luxor Full Day Tour: Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, Valley of the Kings & Hatshepsut Temple
Cross both banks of the Nile to discover the temples, tombs, and monuments that define ancient Egyptian civilization in a single unforgettable day.
This Luxor full day tour covers the most significant archaeological sites on both the East and West banks of the Nile, giving travelers a comprehensive introduction to one of the world's greatest open-air museums. A knowledgeable guide accompanies you throughout, providing historical context at every landmark. Hotel pickup and drop-off in Luxor are included for a seamless experience.
The itinerary begins on the West Bank, home to the necropolis of ancient Thebes. You visit the Valley of the Kings, where royal tombs carved deep into limestone cliffs contain some of the most intricate wall paintings in existence, and then move on to the terraced Temple of Hatshepsut, one of the few monuments built by and for a female pharaoh. A brief stop at the Colossi of Memnon provides a striking visual reminder of the scale of Amenhotep III's original mortuary complex.
After crossing back to the East Bank, lunch at a local restaurant offers a natural midday break before the afternoon begins. Karnak Temple unfolds across a vast precinct that was expanded by successive dynasties over more than 1,300 years, making it the largest religious complex ever constructed. The day concludes at Luxor Temple, standing in the heart of the modern city yet preserving the ceremonial grandeur of the New Kingdom in remarkable detail.
Tour Highlights
Explore the Valley of the Kings and enter royal tombs including those of Tutankhamun and Ramesses VI.
Walk through Karnak Temple, the largest ancient religious site in the world, dedicated to the god Amun.
Visit Hatshepsut Temple, the mortuary monument of ancient Egypt's most celebrated female ruler.
See the Colossi of Memnon, twin seated statues that once flanked the entrance to Amenhotep III's temple.
Discover Luxor Temple at the end of the day, built during the 18th Dynasty and expanded by Ramesses II.
Cross both banks of the Nile in one day, covering East and West bank landmarks without gaps.
Itinerary
Your Sun Pyramids Tours representative meets you at your hotel in Luxor and transfers you across to the West Bank to begin the day's sightseeing.
Enter one of the most remarkable necropoles in the ancient world, where pharaohs of the New Kingdom were interred in elaborate rock-cut tombs. Notable burials include those of Tutankhamun, Ramesses VI, Thutmosis III, and Amenhotep II.
Visit the three-tiered mortuary temple built for Queen Hatshepsut, who ruled Egypt for approximately two decades during the 18th Dynasty. On the way, stop at the Colossi of Memnon, two massive stone statues that once stood before the now largely vanished temple of Amenhotep III.
Return across the Nile to Luxor's East Bank and enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before the afternoon visits begin.
Spend time exploring the vast Karnak precinct, where construction continued under multiple dynasties and the hypostyle hall remains one of the most awe-inspiring architectural spaces from the ancient world. The complex was dedicated to the Theban triad of Amun, Mut, and Khonsu.
End the tour at Luxor Temple, constructed by Amenhotep III and later extended by Ramesses II, located in the center of modern Luxor. Your guide accompanies you back to your hotel following the visit.
What Is Included
Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Luxor
- Private air-conditioned vehicle
- Licensed English-speaking tour guide
- Entrance fees to all listed sites
- Lunch at a local restaurant
- Bottled water during the tour
Not Included
- Gratuities for guide and driver
- Personal expenses and souvenirs
- Optional tomb entry upgrades (e.g., Tutankhamun's tomb)
- Travel insurance
Important Information
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Secure your place on this full day tour covering the most celebrated monuments of ancient Thebes. Availability is limited, so booking in advance is recommended, particularly during peak travel seasons.
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