Full Day Tour from Hurghada to Visit Luxor with Lunch Discount Tickets

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Full Day Tour from Hurghada to Visit Luxor with Lunch photo
Full Day Tour from Hurghada to Visit Luxor with Lunch photo
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Full Day Tour from Hurghada to Visit Luxor with Lunch photo
Full Day Tour from Hurghada to Visit Luxor with Lunch photo
Full Day Tour from Hurghada to Visit Luxor with Lunch photo
Full Day Tour from Hurghada to Visit Luxor with Lunch photo
Full Day Tour from Hurghada to Visit Luxor with Lunch photo
Full Day Tour from Hurghada to Visit Luxor with Lunch photo
Full Day Tour from Hurghada to Visit Luxor with Lunch photo
Full Day Tour from Hurghada to Visit Luxor with Lunch photo
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Overview

Your interesting tour begins early in the morning, as we pick you up from your hotel in Hurghada and take you on a 4-hour drive in an air-conditioned vehicle to the east bank of Luxor. Here, you'll have the opportunity to visit the awe-inspiring Karnak Temple, which is dedicated to the Theban triad of Amun-Ra, Mut, and Khonsu. This impressive temple was built by several kings and includes the Great Hypostyle Hall with its 134 columns arranged in rows. Lunch at a local restaurant is included in the tour. Afterward, your guide will take you to the west bank, known as the city of the dead. You'll visit three tombs in the Valley of the Kings and admire the skill of the ancient Egyptian artists and their use of vibrant colors. You'll also visit the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, where your guide will explain her divine birth. Finally, you'll stop at the Colossi of Memnon for photos before returning to Hurghada.

Pickup Information

We will confirm your exact pick-up time via WhatsApp or TripAdvisor messages. Please provide your hotel name and room number after booking, as pick-up times vary by location. Our transfer service covers all hotels within Hurghada City. Please note that pick-up from remote areas or hotels outside the defined zone is not included in the price, but it is available for an additional fee.

Language Offered

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Itinerary

1. Luxor Temple
Luxor Temple is one of the most prominent ancient temples in Egypt and a must-see destination for any traveler visiting the city of Luxor. Built around 1400 BCE, it is a testament to the glory and power of the New Kingdom pharaohs. The temple is a masterpiece of ancient Egyptian architecture and is adorned with intricate carvings and hieroglyphics that depict the gods and pharaohs of the time. It was dedicated to the god Amun, his consort Mut, and their son Khonsu, and was the site of important religious and political ceremonies. Walking through the temple's enormous columns and towering statues, visitors will feel transported back in time to the era of the pharaohs. The temple is especially magical to visit at night when it is illuminated by lights, creating a truly unforgettable experience. Whether you're a history buff or simply looking for a unique cultural experience, Luxor Temple is not to be missed.
2. The Karnak Temple
Karnak Temple, located in Luxor, Egypt, is a vast and impressive complex spanning over 200 acres. The site boasts a magnificent collection of temples and structures, interconnected by courtyards, halls, and avenues. The Great Temple of Amun-Re, dedicated to the god Amun-Re, is the most significant temple on the site, built during the reign of Pharaohs Amenhotep III and Ramses II. Other notable temples within the complex include the Temple of Ptah, dedicated to the god of craftsmen and architects, the Temple of Khonsu, dedicated to the god of the moon, and the Temple of Aten, dedicated to the sun disk god Aten in the unique Amarna style. The complex is surrounded by an impressive mud brick wall with eight gates, constructed by a king of the Thirtieth Dynasty. Visitors from around the world come to marvel at the intricate architecture, impressive history, and spiritual significance of the temple, which is a testament to the skill and ingenuity of the ancient Egyptians.
Duration: 120 mins
3. Colossi of Memnon
The Colossi of Memnon, also known as the statues of Memnon, are two enormous stone statues located in the Theban Necropolis on the west bank of the Nile in Luxor, Egypt. The statues, which are approximately 18 meters tall and weigh around 720 tons each, were built during the 14th century BC by Pharaoh Amenhotep III to guard the entrance of his mortuary temple. The statues were named after Memnon, a hero of the Trojan War in Greek mythology, due to the sound they produced when the sun's rays hit them at dawn, which the Greeks believed to be the sound of Memnon greeting his mother Eos, the goddess of dawn. This phenomenon is caused by the expansion of the stone as it heats up from the sun's rays, creating a series of vibrations that produce the sound. The Greeks believed that the sound was a sign that the statues were alive and began to visit them as a tourist attraction. Over time, the Colossi of Memnon became a popular tourist destination, attracting visitors from all over the world.
Duration: 30 mins
4. Valley of the Kings
The Valley of the Kings is a renowned archaeological site located on the west bank of the Nile River in Luxor, Egypt. It is one of the most significant and well-known historical monuments of the ancient Egyptian civilization, attracting thousands of tourists each year. The valley is a complex of narrow corridors and passageways leading to rooms carved into the rock, each of which served as the final resting place of a pharaoh from the New Kingdom period of ancient Egypt. The tombs in the Valley of the Kings were designed to be difficult to access and to prevent grave robbers from stealing the precious treasures and artifacts within. Some of the most famous tombs in the Valley of the Kings include the tomb of Tutankhamun, which was discovered in 1922 by British archaeologist Howard Carter and contained an incredible array of treasures, including the famous gold mask of Tutankhamun.
Duration: 120 mins
5. Temple of Hatshepsut
The Temple of Hatshepsut, built by the Egyptian Eighteenth Dynasty, is an impressive architectural marvel located on the west bank of the Nile. This magnificent temple features a unique design of 3 floors, adorned with colorful stone statues that exhibit its beauty and elegance. Apart from its exceptional design, the Temple of Hatshepsut is also renowned for its inscriptions, which depict the naval missions sent by Queen Hatshepsut to the country of Punt for trade and to bring back incense and myrrh. Incense was considered an essential offering to the gods by the Pharaohs of Egypt, and this is evident in the paintings on their temples, depicting the Pharaohs offering incense to various gods.
Duration: 90 mins

Inclusion

optional tour of the shops that characterize Luxor, such as stone carving...

Egyptologist Guide is Qualified and Fully Licensed

Lunch

Air-conditioned vehicle

Entrance tickets, Karnak Temple, the Temple of Hatshepsut, the Valley of...

Exclusion

Transfer from Makadi Bay, Sahl Hasheesh, or Soma Bay

Transfer from El Gouna – Extra charge

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

The total duration includes travel time.

Supplied by Glamour Tours Egypt

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