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Full Day Luxor Tour From Cairo By Airplane
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Your day starts with a pick-up from your hotel in Cairo, where our representative will transfer you to Cairo Airport. Upon arrival in Luxor, our local representative and guide will greet you. You’ll then be driven in a private, air-conditioned car to begin your tour.
First, visit the West Bank of Luxor, home to the Valley of the Kings, where many pharaohs are buried. Then, explore the grand Hatshepsut Temple, dedicated to Egypt's only female pharaoh.
On your way back, stop at the Colossi of Memnon, two giant statues of Amenhotep III. Afterward, enjoy a delightful lunch at a local restaurant.
In the afternoon, continue with a visit to Karnak Temple, the largest temple complex in Egypt. The...
Highlights
8 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 4 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
8 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 4 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Domestic flight from Cairo-Luxor’s , Luxor-Cairo
private air-conditioned car
Pickup and drop off from & to the airport
Private Tour-Guide.
Lunch
Tipping.
Entrance fee to the Historical sightseeing
Important Information
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Your day starts with a pick-up from your hotel in Cairo, where our representative will transfer you to Cairo Airport. Upon arrival in Luxor, our local representative and guide will greet you. You’ll then be driven in a private, air-conditioned car to begin your tour.
First, visit the West Bank of Luxor, home to the Valley of the Kings, where many pharaohs are buried. Then, explore the grand Hatshepsut Temple, dedicated to Egypt's only female pharaoh.
On your way back, stop at the Colossi of Memnon, two giant statues of Amenhotep III. Afterward, enjoy a delightful lunch at a local restaurant.
In the afternoon, continue with a visit to Karnak Temple, the largest temple complex in Egypt. The...
Highlights
8 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 4 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
8 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 4 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Domestic flight from Cairo-Luxor’s , Luxor-Cairo
private air-conditioned car
Pickup and drop off from & to the airport
Private Tour-Guide.
Lunch
Tipping.
Entrance fee to the Historical sightseeing
Itinerary
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Valley of the Kings
The Valley of the Kings is a historic site located on the west bank of the Nile River near Luxor, Egypt. It is one of the most significant burial grounds of the ancient Egyptian pharaohs, used from the 18th to the 20th dynasty. The valley contains many famous royal tombs, including that of Tutankhamun, Ramses II, and Seti I.
The tombs are renowned for their intricate designs and detailed wall paintings that depict scenes from the lives of the pharaohs and religious rituals, making it one of the most important archaeological sites in the world. The Valley of the Kings is a key location for scholars studying ancient Egyptian culture and history.
1 hour and 30 minutes
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Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el Bahari
Hatshepsut's Temple, located in Deir el-Bahari on the west bank of the Nile near Luxor, is one of the most impressive mortuary temples of ancient Egypt. Built during the reign of Queen Hatshepsut in the 15th century BCE (18th Dynasty), the temple was dedicated to the god Amun-Ra.
The temple is known for its unique architectural design, featuring three terraced levels that rise above the surrounding landscape, with ramps leading visitors from one level to the next. It is seamlessly integrated into the natural cliffs of the Theban Mountains. The walls of the temple are adorned with intricate carvings and frescoes depicting scenes from Hatshepsut's life, including her famous trading expedition to the land of Punt.
1 hour
3
Colossi of Memnon
The Colossi of Memnon are two massive statues located on the west bank of the Nile near Luxor, Egypt. These statues represent Amenhotep III, one of Egypt's most powerful pharaohs of the 18th Dynasty. The statues, which stand about 18 meters (59 feet) tall, were originally part of a larger mortuary temple built by Amenhotep III, which has mostly been destroyed over time.
The statues depict Amenhotep III seated on his throne, with his hands resting on his knees. They are famous for the mysterious sound they made at dawn during the Roman period, which was believed to be the voice of the pharaoh himself. This phenomenon, known as the "singing" or "crying" of the statues, was later attributed to the wind and the temperature changes in the stone.
Today, the Colossi of Memnon stand as one of Egypt’s most iconic landmarks and are a major tourist attraction. They serve as a reminder of the grandeur and scale of ancient Egyptian monuments and the ingenuity behind their construction.
10 minutes
4
Karnak Open Air Museum
Karnak Temple, located in Luxor, Egypt, is one of the largest and most significant religious sites of ancient Egypt. It was primarily dedicated to the god Amun-Ra and became the most important temple complex in Egypt during the New Kingdom period (c. 1550–1070 BCE).
1 hour
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Luxor Temple
Luxor Temple, located in the heart of Luxor, Egypt, is one of the most important and well-preserved temples of ancient Egypt. It was primarily dedicated to the god Amun-Ra, his wife Mut, and their son Khonsu, forming part of the Theban triad