Luxor Day Trip: Karnak Temple, Hatshepsut & Valley of Kings

Tour to The East &West Bank of the Nile Visiting Luxor-Karnak-Hatshepsut Temples

Overview

Experience a full-day Luxor day tour that brings together the most iconic temples and tombs on both sides of the Nile. This easy, well-paced itinerary combines the East Bank highlights with the legendary West Bank necropolis, all in one unforgettable 8-hour journey.

🗺️ What to Expect

Your day begins with hotel pickup in Luxor, then you cross to the West Bank to explore ancient royal burial grounds and monumental architecture. After visiting the Valley of the Kings and the striking Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, you pause at the Colossi of Memnon before returning to the East Bank for lunch at a local restaurant. The afternoon focuses on the grandeur of Karnak Temples and the elegant Luxor Temple, wrapping up with a comfortable drop-off back at your hotel.

✨ Highlights

• 🏺 Explore the legendary Valley of the Kings, home to famous royal tombs
• 🏛️ Visit the dramatic Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, a masterpiece of the 18th Dynasty
• 🗿 Stop at the iconic Colossi of Memnon, remnants of Amenhotep III’s mortuary temple
• 🌟 Discover the vast Karnak Temples, dedicated to Amon, Mut, and Khonsu
• 🏗️ Step inside Luxor Temple, built by Amenhotep III and completed by Ramesses II
• 🍽️ Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant between West Bank and East Bank visits
• 🚗 Relax with hotel pickup and drop-off in Luxor for a seamless day

📍 Itinerary

Hotel pickup in Luxor, meet Sun Pyramids Tours representative and transfer to the West Bank.

• West Bank, visit the Valley of the Kings, featuring renowned tombs such as Tutmosis I, Tutmosis III, Tut-Ankh-Amon, Ramssess VI, Mrenptah, and Amonhotep II.
• Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, learn about the 18th Dynasty ruler who reigned approximately 1490 to 1469 B.C.
• Colossi of Memnon, photo stop at the remains of Amenhotep III’s mortuary temple.
• East Bank, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.
• Karnak Temples, the greatest example of worship in history, dedicated to Amon, Mut, and Khonsu.
• Luxor Temple, built by Amenhotep III in the 18th Dynasty and completed by Ramesses II in the 19th Dynasty.

Return transfer, drive back to your hotel in Luxor.

✅ What’s Included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off in Luxor
• Transfers between sites as per itinerary
• Lunch at a local restaurant

❌ Exclusions

• Any items not mentioned in What’s Included

ℹ️ Important Information

• Duration: 8 hours
• Difficulty: EASY
• Meeting point: Pickup from your hotel in Luxor
• Drop-off: Return to your hotel in Luxor
• Tour flow: West Bank first, then lunch, then East Bank visits
• Physical requirements: Easy pace, with walking at temple and tomb sites

🧭 Ready to Explore Luxor in One Day?

Book this Luxor sightseeing tour to experience the Nile’s East and West Banks in a single, well-planned day, from royal tombs to monumental temples, with lunch and hotel transfers included.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions, FAQ

Q1: What sites are included in this Luxor day tour?
A: You will visit the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, and the Colossi of Memnon on the West Bank. On the East Bank, you will explore Karnak Temples and Luxor Temple, with lunch at a local restaurant.

Q2: How long is the tour and what is the difficulty level?
A: The tour lasts 8 hours and is rated EASY. The day includes transfers and walking at the main archaeological sites.

Q3: Does the itinerary cover both the East Bank and West Bank of the Nile?
A: Yes, this Luxor day tour is designed to cover both sides in one day. You start on the West Bank, then return to the East Bank for lunch and temple visits.

Q4: Which tombs are mentioned for the Valley of the Kings visit?
A: The itinerary highlights well-known tombs such as King Tutmosis I, Tutmosis III, Tut-Ankh-Amon, King Ramssess VI, King Mrenptah, and Amonhotep II. Your visit focuses on the Valley’s role as a royal burial site.

Q5: Is lunch included during this Luxor day tour?
A: Yes, lunch at a local restaurant is included as part of the schedule. It takes place after the West Bank visits and before the East Bank temples.