Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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This tour is unique because it offers a comprehensive and in-depth look at the West Bank of Luxor, including some of the most important archaeological sites in Egypt. The tour also focuses on the lives of ordinary people in ancient Egypt, as well as the elite.
Here are some of the things that make this tour unique:
You will learn about the lives of ordinary people in ancient Egypt, as well as the elite. This tour will teach you about the daily lives of the people who built the magnificent tombs in the Valley of the Kings and the Valley of the Queens, as well as the life and reign of one of the most powerful pharaohs in Egyptian history.
This tour is also unique because it is led by experi...
Highlights
From 4 hours to 6 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 4 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 4 hours to 6 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 4 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle
Tipping
6 Hours Private Guided Tour in Luxor
About
This tour is unique because it offers a comprehensive and in-depth look at the West Bank of Luxor, including some of the most important archaeological sites in Egypt. The tour also focuses on the lives of ordinary people in ancient Egypt, as well as the elite.
Here are some of the things that make this tour unique:
You will learn about the lives of ordinary people in ancient Egypt, as well as the elite. This tour will teach you about the daily lives of the people who built the magnificent tombs in the Valley of the Kings and the Valley of the Queens, as well as the life and reign of one of the most powerful pharaohs in Egyptian history.
This tour is also unique because it is led by experi...
Highlights
From 4 hours to 6 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 4 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 4 hours to 6 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 4 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle
Tipping
Itinerary
1
Valley of the Nobles
Start your day with a visit to the Valley of the Nobles, a vast necropolis where the tombs of high-ranking officials and aristocrats from the New Kingdom period (1550-1070 BC) are located. The tombs are decorated with colorful hieroglyphs and reliefs that depict scenes from the lives of the deceased, as well as their religious beliefs.
The Valley of the Nobles is located on the West Bank of the Nile River, opposite the city of Luxor. It is one of the most important archaeological sites in Egypt, and it provides a fascinating glimpse into the lives of the elite in ancient Egyptian society.
The tombs in the Valley of the Nobles are cut into the hillside, and they vary in size and complexity. Some of the tombs are quite small, while others are large and elaborate. The tombs are decorated with a variety of scenes, including:
Scenes from the lives of the deceased, such as hunting, fishing, and feasting.
Scenes from the Book of the Dead, an ancient Egyptian funerary text.
1 hour and 30 minutes
2
Valley of the Artisans (Deir el-Medina)
After visiting the Valley of the Nobles, head to Deir el Medina, a former workers' village that was home to the artisans and craftsmen who built the tombs in the Valley of the Kings and the Valley of the Queens. Deir el Medina is a well-preserved village, and its houses and temples provide a fascinating glimpse into the lives of ordinary people in ancient Egypt.
Deir el-Medina is a former workers' village located on the West Bank of the Nile River, opposite the city of Luxor. It was home to the artisans and craftsmen who built the tombs in the Valley of the Kings and the Valley of the Queens during the New Kingdom period (1550-1070 BC).
Deir el-Medina is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and it is one of the best-preserved ancient settlements in Egypt. The village was carefully planned and laid out, and it had its own temples, markets, and schools.
It is a chance to see how these skilled artisans and craftsmen lived and worked.
1 hour and 30 minutes
3
Madinat Habu
After visiting Deir el Medina, head to Medinet Habu, a massive temple complex that was built by Ramses III (1186-1155 BC). Medinet Habu is one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt, and its reliefs and hieroglyphs provide a wealth of information about the life and reign of Ramses III.
Medinet Habu is located on the West Bank of the Nile River, opposite the city of Luxor. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and it is one of the most important archaeological sites in Egypt.
The temple complex at Medinet Habu is dedicated to the god Amun, the patron deity of the New Kingdom pharaohs.
Medinet Habu is a must-see for anyone interested in ancient Egypt. It is a chance to see one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt and to learn about the life and reign of one of the most powerful pharaohs in Egyptian history.
1 hour and 30 minutes
4
Colossi of Memnon
After visiting Medinet Habu, head to the Colossi of Memnon, two massive statues of Amenhotep III that stand at the entrance to his mortuary temple. The statues are over 60 feet tall and weigh over 700 tons.
The Colossi of Memnon are one of the most iconic landmarks in Luxor, and they are a must-see for any visitor to the city.
