Private Luxor Day Trip from EL Quseir – Valley of the Kings & Karnak Temple
Discover Luxor on a private day trip from El Quseir. After a 5:00 AM pickup from your hotel, travel comfortably across the Eastern Desert with your private vehicle, with the journey taking approximately 4 hours each way. Your private Egyptologist guide will take you to the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, the Colossi of Memnon, and Karnak Temple, with lunch included. You can also visit the Tomb of Tutankhamun for an additional entrance fee.
Hotel Pickup from El Quseir
Your journey begins with an early morning pickup from your hotel in El Quseir. Travel comfortably in a private air-conditioned vehicle through the scenic Eastern Desert as you make your way to Luxor, the ancient capital of Egypt and home to some of the world’s most impressive archaeological sites.
Meet Your Private Egyptologist Guide in Luxor
Upon arrival in Luxor, you will meet your private Egyptologist guide who will accompany you throughout the day. With expert knowledge of ancient Egyptian history, your guide will bring the temples, tombs, and monuments to life while sharing fascinating stories about the pharaohs and their civilization.
Explore the Valley of the Kings
Begin your adventure on Luxor’s West Bank with a visit to the world-famous Valley of the Kings. This royal necropolis served as the burial place of Egypt’s New Kingdom pharaohs and contains some of the most spectacular tombs ever discovered. Explore three beautifully decorated tombs and admire the colorful hieroglyphics and ancient artwork that have survived for thousands of years. Visitors can also choose to visit the famous Tomb of Tutankhamun for an additional fee.
Visit the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut
Continue to the remarkable Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir El Bahari. Built for Egypt’s most successful female pharaoh, this extraordinary temple is famous for its elegant terraces, unique architecture, and dramatic location against the limestone cliffs of the Theban Mountains.
Visit the Colossi of Memnon
Stop at the impressive Colossi of Memnon, two giant stone statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III that have stood proudly for more than 3,400 years. These iconic monuments are among Luxor’s most famous attractions and offer excellent opportunities for photographs and historical insight.
Enjoy Lunch at a Local Restaurant
Explore Karnak Temple Complex
After lunch, visit the magnificent Karnak Temple Complex, the largest religious monument ever built in the ancient world. Walk through the Great Hypostyle Hall, admire towering columns, colossal statues, sacred lakes, and ancient obelisks. Dedicated primarily to Amun-Ra, Karnak Temple remains one of Egypt’s most important historical and archaeological treasures.
Optional Felucca Ride on the Nile
Drive Back to El Quseir
