Overview

Explore the incredible sites of ancient Thebes (Luxor) on this full-day tour of the East and West bank of Luxor.

Begin on the East Bank with a visit to the Temple of Karnak, the largest religious complex ever built by man.

This enormous temple represents the combined achievement of many generations of ancient builders and pharaohs.

Cross the Nile to the West Bank and admire the Colossi of Memnon, then enter the legendary Valley of the Kings, where you will visit the tombs of three great pharaohs.

Finally admire the large courtyards and intricate hieroglyphic decorations of the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut.

Your Egyptologist guide will introduce you to the history of the temple and relate the story of Queen Hatshepsut, the famous female ruler of Egypt who posed as a male to gain the throne.