Make your one-day tour of Luxor from Cairo by plane unforgettable by exploring the archaeological wonders. A private air-conditioned vehicle will pick you up from your hotel for a flight to Luxor.
➡ In The King Valley, you can learn about the history and treasures of the rulers.
➡ Visit Hatshepsut Temple at the edge of the desert.
➡ Visit two big statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III at the Colossi of Memnon.
➡ Enjoy your meal and drinks.
➡ Prospect your last tour spot, the Karnak Temple complex, before going back to the airport for a flight to your hotel in Cairo.
The Valley of the Kings is a valley in Egypt, located on the west bank of the Nile River in Luxor. It was used as a royal burial ground for pharaohs of the New Kingdom (1550-1070 BCE) and contains over 60 tombs, including the tomb of Tutankhamun (King Tut) which is the most famous one. The tombs were cut into the rock and decorated with elaborate paintings and carvings.
Hatshepsut Temple is an ancient temple located in Deir el-Bahri, a complex of mortuary temples and tombs located on the west bank of the Nile River in Luxor, Egypt. The temple was built by Queen Hatshepsut, one of the most powerful female pharaohs in ancient Egypt, during the 18th dynasty (1550-1295 BCE).
The Colossi of Memnon are two massive stone statues located in the Theban Necropolis, on the west bank of the Nile River in Luxor, Egypt. They depict the Pharaoh Amenhotep III, who ruled Egypt during the 18th dynasty (1550-1295 BCE) and are made of quartzite sandstone. The statues are over 18 meters (59 feet) tall and weigh around 720 tons each.
After that, proceed to an island for lunch. As a result, your tour also includes a boat ride down the Nile River and visits to:
The Temple of Karnak is an ancient temple complex located in the city of Luxor, Egypt. It is one of the most important ancient religious sites in the world and is considered the largest temple complex ever built. The temple was dedicated to the god Amun and was the most important place of worship in ancient Egypt. The complex was built over a period of more than 2000 years, and it consists of several structures including the Great Temple of Amun, the Temple of Khonsu, and the Temple of Ptah. Transfer to the Luxor airport for your flight back to Cairo, and then finish your day trip from Cairo to Luxor by going back to your hotel.