Luxor West Bank Group Tour: Valley of the Kings–Hatshepsut Temple–Memnon Colossi

Visit the old necropolis in the Theban Mountains on the West Bank of Luxor. A professional English-speaking guide will pick you up from your hotel and take you on a group tour with airconditioned transportation to the spectacular Valley of the Kings where you will descend into 3 Royal Tombs. Next is a visit to the rock-cut mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut in Deir El Bahari where you are pointed out the most beautiful murals and have time to wander around yourself. Before you will be brought back to your hotel, we make a stop for some unique pictures at the magnificent Colossi of Memnon, two immense statues guarding the ongoing excavation of the palace of Amenhotep III.

Itinerary
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Stop At: Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el Bahari, Kings Valley Rd Deir el-Bahari, Luxor 23512 Egypt

We visit the rock hewn mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut. After the death of her husband, Thutmose II, Hatshepsut took the reign as either co-regent with or self-proclaimed Pharaoh instead of Thutmose III. Either way, she was a skillful warrior and strong ruler re-establishing trade routes with foreign countries. Prove of her successes and accomplishments are written on the walls of her memorial Temple at Deir El-Bahari.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Valley of the Kings, Luxor City, Luxor 85511 Egypt

You will visit the old necropolis of ancient Thebes on the West Bank of Luxor. We will take you to the spectacular Valley of the Kings, where up to now, 63 tombs have been found varying from a one chamber crypt (KV54) to a tomb with 120 chambers (KV5). You will be able to visit 3 tombs with the entrance ticket. The tombs of Tutankhamen and Seti I require separate tickets (not included).

Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Colossi of Memnon, Thebes, Luxor Egypt

To conclude the trip, we stop at the base of the magnificent Colossi of Memnon, two immense statues guarding the ongoing excavation of the palace of Amenophis III. The statues are actually likenesses of Pharaoh Amenophis III. Memnon was a hero of the Trojan wars, said to be the son of Eos, Goddess of Dawn. Because of an earthquake in 27BC, one of the statues was damaged and due to forces of nature, was said to "whistle" or "sing" at dawn.

Duration: 30 minutes



Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Near public transportation"
"Infant seats available"
"Most travelers can participate"
"This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund"
"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"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 45 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"



Hora de Inicio: 08:00 AM
Duración: 4 To 5 Hours
Lugar de comienzo: Luxor, Luxor City, Luxor, Luxor Governorate, Egypt

Cancelaciones y devoluciones: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

Incluye

• Air-conditioned vehicle
• Luxury Coach or Mini Van
• Pick-up and Drop-off from and to your accommodation
• Professional English-speaking Tour Guide

No Incluye

• Lunch
• Entrance Fees
• Tips & personal spending

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