Luxor West Bank, Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut Temple

Luxor West Bank

Tour the most famous sites on Luxor's West Bank in the company of an expert private guide. You'll step back into Egypt's ancient history at the Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut Temple on this private morning tour from Luxor. As this is a private tour, you can determine the amount of time you'd like to spend at each site. Crossing the Nile River to the West Bank, you'll visit the necropolis of the ancient city of Thebes. Arriving at the Valley of the Kings, burial place of the kings of Thebes (ancient Luxor), you will have a brief stop at the visitors center. Guides are not permitted inside the tombs, but your guide will tell you what to look for inside the elaborately decorated rooms. If you wish to visit the tomb of King Tutankhamun, an additional cost is payable direct. Leaving the hot sands of the Valley of the Kings, you will visit the Temple of Hatshepsut, one of the most striking monuments in Egypt. Your guide will introduce you to the history of the temple and the story of Queen Hatshepsut, the famous female ruler of Egypt who posed as a male to gain the throne. There is free time to explore at your leisure as you wander the large courtyards and admire the intricate hieroglyphic decorations. Returning to Luxor there will be time for a brief photo stop at the Colossi of Memnon, which mark the site of the funerary temple of Amenhotep III. These two giant statues standing tall and proud on the West Bank are all that remain of the ancient complex. In addition you will have the chance to visit an alabaster factory and purchase genuine items if you wish.

Schedule Details:

Departs:

• Daily

Departure Time:

• 7:00am

Duration:

• 4 hours (approx.)

Departure Point:

• Tour departs from centrally located Luxor hotels or Luxor Port

Return details:

• Tour returns to original point of departure

Hotel Pickup:

• Tour departs from centrally located Luxor hotels. Please include the details of your hotel at the time of booking.

Pricing information

• Prices are listed as a guide only. For an exact price quote contact us
• Child prices are not applicable, adult prices apply to all travelers.
• Infants aged 2 years and under are free of charge, provided they do not occupy a seat
• Prices are per person.
• Our pricing is updated constantly to ensure you always receive the lowest price possible.

Additional Information

Inclusions:

• Qualified Egyptologist guide
• Entrance fees
• Hotel pickup and drop off
• Transport by air conditioned vehicle

Exclusions:

• Gratuities (recommended)
• Entrance to the tomb of Tutankhamun (approx. EGP80.00)
• Food and drinks, unless specified

Additional Info:

• This tour must be booked at least 48 hours in advance of your travel date
• Confirmation of this tour will be received at time of booking

Hot Air Balloon Flight Over Luxor West Bank and Nile River excursion

Hot Air Balloon Flight 

For unbeatable views of Luxor's famous temples, take a hot-air balloon flight over the Nile River's west bank. With Youregypttours.com Away from the crowds in the peaceful glow of dawn, your sunrise flight over Egypt's ancient monuments promises to be a highlight of your visit. Following a safety briefing and introduction to your ground crew and pilot, you will rise gently into the still-dark sky. The tranquility and beauty of the early-morning sun rising over the East Bank, illuminating the city of Luxor and surrounding mountains, is something you will never forget. To the east you can see Karnak Temple greeting the morning sun, while adjacent in the west there's the magnificent Hatshepsut Temple. You'll see the Colossi of Memnon rise from the crop fields and, winds permitting, fly over the Ramesseum for an unrivaled aerial view of the complex. In the distance, the hidden Valley of the Queens rests peacefully in the mountains. A support van and your landing crew will follow the flight and will be there to meet your landing and assist with disembarkation. Your hot-air balloon flight will last approximately 30 to 45 minutes, and you'll be back at your hotel or cruise ship in time for breakfast and morning tour departures.



Schedule Details:

Departs:

• Daily

Departure Time:

• Early morning departure (between 3am and 5am depending on sunrise), exact time to be advised at time of reconfirmation

Duration:

• 1.5 - 2 hours (approx.)

Departure Point:

• Tour departs from centrally located Luxor hotels or Luxor Port

Return details:

• Tour returns to original point of departure

Hotel Pickup:

• Tour departs from centrally located Hurghada hotels. Please include the details of your hotel at the time of booking.

Pricing information

• Prices are listed as a guide only. For an exact price quote contact us
• Child prices are not applicable, adult prices apply to all travelers.
• Infants aged 2 years and under are free of charge, provided they do not occupy a seat
• Prices are per person.
• Our pricing is updated constantly to ensure you always receive the lowest price possible.

Additional Information

Inclusions:

• Hot air balloon flight
• English speaking guide/pilot
• Flight certificate and souvenir
• Transport by air-conditioned bus
• Hotel pickup and drop off
• Snacks and refreshments before flight

Exclusions:

• Gratuities (recommended)
• Food and drinks, unless specified

Karnak Sound and Light Show with Private Transfer

Karnak Sound and Light Show

Experience the beauty of the Temples of Karnak illuminated against the darkness of night as the pharaohs of the New Kingdom take you on a journey into Ancient Egypt during your stay in Luxor. Depart for the Sound and Light Show at Karnak from your Luxor hotel of cruise ship for en evening of entertainment Egyptian style! The show begins as you walk along the Avenue of Sphinx, passing through the towering facade into the Great Court. Walking through the complex a booming Pharaoh's voice narrates the history of Upper Egypt and the New Kingdom as the various additions left by rulers such as King Tutankhamun, Ramses II and Queen Hatshepsut are illuminated against the night sky. The second part of the Sound and Light Show at Karnak finds you seated overlooking the sacred lake as the complex is illuminated and the story of Egypt continues. Please note, while the show is suitable for all ages, the complex is very dark and commentary loud which younger children may find frightening. The ground in and around Karnak is uneven and sandy, please where comfortable, flat walking shoes.

Schedule Details:

Departs:

• Daily

Departure Time:

• Pick up from your hotel is approximately 1 hour prior to show start time (exact pick-up time to be confirmed at time of booking).
• Show times vary throughout the year.
• generally operating at 6:30pm, 7:45pm or 9:00pm during winter
• and 8:00pm, 9:15pm or 10:30pm during summer.

Duration:

• 1.5 - 2 hours (approx.)

Departure Point:

• Tour departs from centrally located Luxor hotels or Luxor Port.

Return details:

• Tour returns to original point of departure.

Hotel Pickup:

• Tour departs from centrally located Hurghada hotels. Please include the details of your hotel at the time of booking.

Pricing information

• Prices are listed as a guide only. For an exact price quote contact us
• Child prices are not applicable, adult prices apply to all travelers.
• Infants aged 2 years and under are free of charge, provided they do not occupy a seat
• Prices are per person.
• Our pricing is updated constantly to ensure you always receive the lowest price possible.

Additional Information

Inclusions:

• Sound and Light Show with English commentary
• Hotel pickup and drop off

Exclusions:

• Gratuities (recommended)
• Food and drinks, unless specified

Note:

• This tour must be booked at least 48 hours in advance of your travel date
• Confirmation of this tour will be received at time of booking

Day trip to Giza Pyramids, Sakkara & Memphis

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Step back in time to the days of ancient Egypt on a tour of the Great Pyramids of Giza and Sphinx, the necropolis of Sakkara as well as Memphis, the ancient city and capital of Egypt. With your own Egyptologist guide to lead the way, you can determine the amount of time you will spend at each of the sites you visit.
The Giza Plateau is only about 30 minutes from Cairo where your Egyptologist guide will provide a fascinating introduction to each of the three pyramids: Cheops, Khafre and Menakaure. You will have free-time to enter the burial chambers of the pyramids (optional, for an additional cost); however, your guide is not permitted to enter with you to avoid overcrowding. You may also go on a camel ride (optional, for an additional cost) around the pyramids area.
After visiting the pyramids, you will continue across the plateau for a photo opportunity of the three pyramids rising from the sands, with the Cairo skyline in the background.
A short drive to the city side of the plateau finds you standing at the feet of the Sphinx, for thousands of years the enigmatic symbol of Egypt! Also in Giza, you may visit the Solar Boat Museum (optional, for an additional cost), home to the remarkably well-preserved funerary boat of Khufu.
Your next stop is the Sakkara necropolis, home to Egypt's oldest pyramid. Your guide will provide a brief history of the famous Step Pyramid built by the engineer Imhotep in the 3rd Dynasty (around 2630 BC) for King Djoser. You will also have free-time to walk around to explore on your own.
Your final stop is Memphis, which is the ancient capital of Egypt. In Memphis, you will see artifacts from many of the great rulers of Egypt, including the fallen statue of Ramses II. You will also have the chance to visit a Papyrus Institute to see how the famous artwork is made and purchase your own if you like. After the conclusion of your tour, you will be driven back to your hotel for drop-off.

Departs:

•  Daily

Departure Time: 8:00 AM. Earlier or later departures are available until 10:00 AM if need be. Please advise us at time of booking.

Departure Point:

• Tour departs from centrally located Cairo and Giza hotels. Please advise us with your hotel information to arrange transportation services.

Return details:

•  Tour returns to original point of departure

Duration:

•  7 - 8 hours (approx.)

Inclusions:

• Hotel pick-up and drop-off services
• Transportation on an air-conditioned vehicle
• Entrance fees to Giza pyramids and Sphinx
• Entrance fees to Sakkara
• Entrance fees to Memphis
• Visit to the Papyrus Institute
• English-speaking Egyptologist guide
• Bottled water during the tour

Exclusions:

•     Gratuities/tipping (recommended).
•     Food and drinks, unless specified
•     Camel ride around the pyramids area
•     Entrance fees to enter the burial chambers of the pyramids
•     Entrance fees to the Solar Boat Museum

Giza day trip pyramids and Sphinx

Great Sphinx, Chephren Pyramid, Giza, Egypt

No visit to Cairo is complete without seeing the majesty of the Great Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx.you'll enjoy personalized attention on your tour of these famous symbols of Egypt's ancient civilization. As this is a tour, you can determine the amount of time you'd like to spend at each of the sites you'll visit. On the Giza plateau, the Great Pyramids and the Sphinx date back over 3,000 years. While there are actually over 100 pyramids in Egypt, the Pyramids of Giza are by far the most famous and are the last of the original Seven Wonders of the World. Your qualified Egyptologist guide will provide a fascinating introduction to each of the three pyramids: Cheops, Chephren and Mykerinus. You will have free time to enter one of the pyramids (additional cost), although your guide is not permitted to enter with you. After visiting the pyramids, you'll then continue across the plateau for a photo opportunity of the three pyramids rising from the sands, with the Cairo skyline in the background. A short drive to the city side of the plateau finds you standing at the feet of the Sphinx, for thousands of years the enigmatic symbol of Egypt. The Sphinx has the body of a lion and the head of a king, and is surrounded in mystery, including the unanswered questions: who built it and why. In addition you will have the chance to visit a Papyrus Institute to see how this famous artwork is made. If you do not want to include this visit, just inform your guide on the day.

Schedule Details:

Departs:

• Daily

Departure Time:

• 9:00am (earlier or later departures are available until 1:00pm if required, please advise at time of booking)

Departure Point:

• Tour departs from centrally located Cairo and Giza hotels

Duration:

• 3 - 4 hours (approx.)

Return details:

• Tour returns to original point of departure

Hotel Pickup:

• Tour departs from centrally located Cairo and Giza hotels. Please include the details of your hotel at the time of booking.

Pricing information

• Prices are listed as a guide only. For an exact price quote contact us
• Child prices are not applicable, adult prices apply to all travelers.
• Infants aged 2 years and under are free of charge, provided they do not occupy a seat
• Prices are per person.
• Our pricing is updated constantly to ensure you always receive the lowest price possible.

Additional Information
Inclusions:

• Qualified Egyptologist guide
• Entrance to Giza Plateau
• Hotel pickup and drop off
• Transport by air conditioned vehicle

Exclusions:

• Gratuities (recommended)
• Food and drinks, unless specified
• Entrance to inside of the Pyramids (approx. EGP 40.00 - 100.00)

Memphis and Sakkara half day trip

sakkara

Discover Memphis and Sakkara, two of Egypt's most important archaeological treasures. Sakkara is home to the oldest pyramid in Egypt, and Memphis was the former capital founded in 3,100 BC. Memphis, bulit around 5100 years ago is the legendary city of Narmer, the King who united Upper and Lower Egypt. Early on, Memphis was more like a fortress from which Narmer controlled the land and water routes between Upper Egypt and the Delta. Having probably originated in Upper Egypt, from Memphis he could control the conquered people of Lower Egypt. A 20 - 30 minute drive away from the Pyramids of Giza, Sakkara, home of Egypt's oldest pyramid. Built by Imohotep for pharaoh Zoser in 2650BC, the famous Step Pyramid is well preserved. Youregypttours.com qualified tour  guide will give you a brief history of the site before allowing you free time to walk around the perimeter of the impressive structure. Sakkara is one section of the great necropolis of Memphis, the Old Kingdom capital and the kings of the 1st Dynasty as well as that of the 2nd Dynasty. are mostly buried in this section of the Memphis necropolis. Three major discoveries have recently been made at Sakkara, including a prime minister's tomb, a queen's pyramid, and the tomb of the son of a dynasty founding king. This is a tour allowing you to determine the amount of time spent at each site during the tour. In addition you will have the chance to visit a Papyrus Institute to see how this famous artwork is made and have the chance to purchase genuine items if you wish. If you do not want to include this visit, just inform your guide on the day.

Schedule Details:
Departs:

1. Daily

Departure Time:

• 9:00am (earlier or later departures are available until 12:00pm (midday) if required, please advise at time of booking)

Departure Point:

• Tour departs from centrally located Cairo and Giza hotels

Duration:

• 3 - 4 hours (approx.)

Return details:

• Tour returns to original point of departure

Hotel Pickup:

• Tour departs from centrally located Cairo and Giza hotels. Please include the details of your hotel at the time of booking.

Pricing information

• Prices are listed as a guide only. For an exact price quote contact us
• Child prices are not applicable, adult prices apply to all travelers.
• Infants aged 2 years and under are free of charge, provided they do not occupy a seat
• Prices are per person.
• Our pricing is updated constantly to ensure you always receive the lowest price possible.

Additional Information

Inclusions:

• Qualified Egyptologist guide
• Entrance to The Sakkara
• Entrance to The Memphis
• Hotel pickup and drop off
• Transport by air conditioned vehicle

Exclusions:

• Gratuities (recommended)
• Food and drinks, unless specified

Night trip to Giza Pyramids Sound and Light Show

Giza Pyramids Sound and Light Show

Want a truly unforgettable evening of entertainment in Cairo? Then don't miss the world-famous Pyramids Sound and Light Show in Giza with Youregypttours.com! You'll hear the story of Egypt as seen through the eyes of the Sphinx over the ages, and see the breathtaking site of the floodlit pyramids lit up under the stars. The Sound and Light Show at the Great Pyramids takes place on the Giza plateau, around 30 minutes from Cairo. The one-hour show begins with the illumination of the Sphinx, who narrates the history of the pyramids and their builders. Using laser beams and light projections on the walls of the Mummification Temple, desert sands, pyramid walls and the Sphinx itself, a condensed story of Egypt unfolds. The accompanying soundtrack complements the surroundings and the voice of the Sphinx is suitably dramatic and mysterious! After the show your driver/guide will meet you at the gates of the complex to escort you back to your hotel. With your own transportation on this tour, you will travel directly between your hotel and the Sound and Light Show without stopping to collect other passengers.

Schedule Details:

Departs:

• Daily

Departure Time:

• Pick up from your hotel is approximately 1 hour prior to show start time. Exact pickup time to be confirmed at time of booking. Show times vary throughout the year, generally operating at:

Winter:   6:30pm, 7:30pm, 8:30pm or 9:30pm
Summer:   8:30pm, 9:30pm, 10:30pm or 11:30pm

Departure Point:

• Tour departs from centrally located Cairo and Giza hotels

Duration:

• 2 hours (approx.)

Return details:

• Tour returns to original point of departure

Hotel Pickup:

• Tour departs from centrally located Cairo and Giza hotels. Please include the details of your hotel at the time of booking.

Pricing information

• Prices are listed as a guide only. For an exact price quote contact us
• Child prices are not applicable, adult prices apply to all travelers.
• Infants aged 2 years and under are free of charge, provided they do not occupy a seat
• Prices are per person.
• Our pricing is updated constantly to ensure you always receive the lowest price possible. 

Additional Information

Inclusions:

• Sound and Light Show with English commentary
• transportation on an air-conditioned vehicle
• Hotel pickup and drop off 

Exclusions:

• Gratuities (recommended)
• Food and drinks, unless specified