West Bank Luxor Day Trip: Valley of the Kings Tour

Day Tour to the West Bank in Luxor in Egypt

Overview

Discover ancient Thebes on a West Bank Luxor day tour, exploring royal tombs and iconic temples in just 5 hours. This easy-paced experience focuses on the must-see highlights, including the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, and the Colossi of Memnon.

🗺️ What to Expect

Your West Bank Luxor day tour begins with hotel pickup in Luxor and a smooth ride to the Nile’s West Bank, where Egypt’s most famous burial sites and memorial temples sit against a dramatic desert backdrop. The flow of the day is simple and satisfying, moving from the hush of rock-cut tombs in the Valley of the Kings to the grand terraces of Queen Hatshepsut’s temple, then finishing with a stop at the monumental Colossi of Memnon. Expect a history-rich route with plenty of photo moments and a comfortable return to your hotel.

✨ Highlights

• 🪦 Visit the legendary Valley of the Kings and enter 3 tombs (excluding Tutankhamun)
• 👑 Explore the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, dedicated to Egypt’s most famous queen
• 🗿 Stop at the impressive Colossi of Memnon for iconic photos
• 📜 Learn about royal burials and ancient funerary traditions on Luxor’s West Bank
• 🚗 Enjoy convenient hotel pickup and drop-off in Luxor
• ⏱️ Fit major West Bank sights into an easy 5-hour itinerary

📍 Itinerary

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

Valley of the Kings, explore the famed royal necropolis and visit 3 tombs (excluding the Tomb of King Tutankhamun).

Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, visit the mortuary temple built for Queen Hatshepsut, daughter of Thutmosis I, who ruled during the 18th Dynasty (approximately 1490 to 1469 B.C.).

Return transfer, head back and drop off at your hotel in Luxor.

✅ What’s Included

• Pickup from your hotel in Luxor
• Transfer to Luxor West Bank sites and back to your hotel
• Visit to Valley of the Kings (3 tombs, excluding Tutankhamun)
• Visit to Temple of Queen Hatshepsut
• Stop at Colossi of Memnon

❌ Exclusions

• Entry to the Tomb of King Tutankhamun
• Any items or services not mentioned under What’s Included

ℹ️ Important Information

• Duration: 5 hours
• Difficulty: Easy
• Meeting point: Pickup from your hotel in Luxor
• What you will do: Visit the Valley of the Kings, Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, and Colossi of Memnon
• Tombs note: The tour includes entry to 3 tombs in the Valley of the Kings, excluding the Tomb of King Tutankhamun
• Cancellation policy: Not provided in the source content

📌 Secure Your Luxor West Bank Experience

If you want a focused, time-smart way to see Luxor’s most famous ancient sites, this West Bank Luxor day tour delivers the essentials in one smooth route. Book your Luxor West Bank tour to step into royal history at the Valley of the Kings, admire the architecture of Hatshepsut’s temple, and capture classic photos at the Colossi of Memnon.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions, FAQ

Q1: How long is the Day Tour to the West Bank in Luxor in Egypt?
A1: The tour lasts about 5 hours. It is designed to cover the key West Bank highlights in a comfortable half-day schedule.

Q2: What sites are visited on this West Bank Luxor day tour?
A2: You will visit the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, and the Colossi of Memnon. These are among the most famous funerary and memorial sites on Luxor’s West Bank.

Q3: How many tombs are included in the Valley of the Kings visit?
A3: You will visit 3 tombs in the Valley of the Kings. The Tomb of King Tutankhamun is excluded from the included tomb visits.

Q4: Is the Day Tour to the West Bank in Luxor in Egypt suitable for beginners?
A4: Yes, the difficulty is rated Easy. The itinerary is straightforward, with hotel pickup and a smooth flow between major sites.

Q5: Where does the tour start and end?
A5: A Sun Pyramids Tours representative picks you up from your hotel in Luxor. After the visits, you are transferred back to your hotel in Luxor.