Pickup & Transfer to Luxor's West Bank

Your private guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel, Nile cruise, or agreed meeting point. Travel comfortably to Luxor's West Bank, where some of ancient Egypt's most fascinating monuments await.

Valley of the Kings

Begin your adventure at the legendary Valley of the Kings, the ancient royal necropolis of the New Kingdom. Explore selected tombs carved deep into the desert mountains and admire their colorful wall paintings, hieroglyphs, and detailed scenes depicting the journey to the afterlife.

Your Egyptologist guide will explain the stories of the pharaohs buried here and the secrets behind the construction and decoration of their tombs.

Temple of Queen Hatshepsut

Continue to Deir el-Bahari to visit the magnificent Temple of Queen Hatshepsut. Built into the dramatic cliffs, the temple features vast terraces, monumental architecture, and beautifully preserved reliefs.

Learn about Queen Hatshepsut, her extraordinary reign, and the fascinating history of one of Luxor's most distinctive monuments.

Scenic West Bank Drive

Enjoy a relaxing drive through Luxor's West Bank, passing traditional villages, palm groves, and farmland along the Nile Valley.

Return

After exploring the Valley of the Kings and Temple of Hatshepsut, your driver will take you back to your hotel, Nile cruise, or agreed drop-off point, concluding your memorable journey through ancient Egyptian history.
 

Included

• Private hotel, Nile cruise, or agreed pickup and drop-off
• Private air-conditioned vehicle
• Professional English-speaking Egyptologist guide
• Entrance ticket to the Valley of the Kings
• Entrance ticket to the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut
• Visit to selected royal tombs
• Bottled water
• All applicable taxes and service charges

Excluded

• Entrance tickets to special tombs requiring separate admission, such as Tutankhamun's Tomb
• Lunch or meals
• Drinks other than bottled water
• Personal expenses
• Shopping
• Tips and gratuities
• Any optional activities or services not mentioned under Included

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How long is the Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut Temple tour?
The tour usually takes around 5–6 hours, depending on your pickup location and the time spent at each site.

2. What is included in the tour?
The tour includes private transportation, an English-speaking Egyptologist guide, entrance tickets to the Valley of the Kings and Temple of Hatshepsut, and bottled water.

3. How many tombs can we visit in the Valley of the Kings?
Your standard entrance ticket allows access to a specified selection of open tombs. Additional famous tombs, such as Tutankhamun's Tomb, require a separate ticket.

4. Can we visit Tutankhamun's Tomb?
Yes. It can usually be added for an additional entrance fee, subject to availability.

5. Is the Temple of Hatshepsut included?
Yes. Entrance to the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari is included.

6. Is the tour private?
Yes. The experience is arranged as a private tour, allowing you to explore at your own pace.

7. Where can we be picked up?
Pickup can be arranged from your Luxor hotel, Nile cruise, or another agreed location. Pickup from Hurghada or other cities can also be arranged upon request.

8. Is the tour suitable for children?
Yes. Children are welcome, although there is walking on uneven and sometimes uphill surfaces. Comfortable shoes are recommended.

9. What should I bring?
Bring comfortable walking shoes, sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat, and a camera. The Valley of the Kings can be particularly hot, especially during summer.

10. Can we add other Luxor attractions?
Yes. Since this is a private tour, additional attractions such as Colossi of Memnon, Karnak Temple, or Luxor Temple can be added upon request.

11. Is lunch included?
No. Lunch is not included in the standard package, but it can be arranged as an optional addition.