Luxor West Bank: Valley of the Kings and Temple of Hatshepsut
Walk among the tombs of pharaohs and stand before one of ancient Egypt's most extraordinary monuments.
This full-day Luxor West Bank tour guides you through two of the most significant archaeological sites in the world, offering an immersive look at the beliefs, artistry, and power of ancient Egyptian civilization.
The West Bank of Luxor has served as a sacred burial ground for pharaohs and nobles for thousands of years. Carved into the limestone cliffs of the Theban hills, the Valley of the Kings holds secrets that continue to captivate historians and travelers alike.
Beyond the valley, the mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut rises in dramatic terraces against the rock face at Deir el-Bahari. This structure stands as a testament to one of the few women to rule ancient Egypt as pharaoh, and its scale and preservation remain remarkable to this day.
With an easy difficulty rating and a duration of eight hours, this tour suits a wide range of travelers seeking a structured and informative experience across Luxor's most celebrated landmarks on the west side of the Nile.
Tour Highlights
Visit the Valley of the Kings and enter three royal tombs decorated with vivid ancient paintings and hieroglyphic texts.
Explore the mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut, the only female pharaoh to have reigned ancient Egypt with the full title of king.
Travel through the legendary West Bank of Luxor, one of the world's most concentrated areas of ancient heritage.
Enjoy an easy, well-organized itinerary suitable for most fitness levels and age groups.
Gain perspective on over three thousand years of Egyptian history through direct encounters with original royal monuments.
Benefit from guided commentary that contextualizes the tombs and temples within the broader narrative of ancient Egyptian culture.
Tour Itinerary
Your guide meets you in Luxor and transfers you across the Nile to the West Bank, the historical heartland of ancient Theban burial traditions.
Arrive at one of Egypt's most iconic archaeological sites, where dozens of royal tombs were cut into the rock during the New Kingdom period. You will enter three tombs, each featuring distinct wall paintings and inscriptions from the ancient funerary texts.
Travel a short distance to Deir el-Bahari to visit the terraced mortuary temple of Hatshepsut, the female pharaoh who ruled Egypt during the 18th Dynasty. The temple's colonnaded facade and grand ramps set it apart from any other monument in Egypt.
After completing the West Bank sites, your guide escorts you back across the Nile to Luxor, concluding an eight-hour journey through ancient Egypt's most celebrated burial landscape.
What Is Included
Included
- Professional licensed tour guide
- Entry tickets to the Valley of the Kings (three tombs)
- Entry ticket to the Temple of Hatshepsut
- Private transportation on the West Bank
- All transfers during the tour
Not Included
- Gratuities for guide and driver
- Personal expenses and souvenirs
- Entry to the tomb of Tutankhamun (optional extra)
- Food and beverages
- Hotel pickup outside Luxor city center
Important Information
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