Temple of Hatshepsut
Valley of the Kings Crypts
Medinet Habu Fortress
Colossi of Memnon
Theban Necropolis
Duration4 - 5 Hours
Departure07:00 - 08:00 AM
GuidingLicensed Egyptologist
VehiclePrivate A/C Van
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Beat the Desert Heat
The West Bank gets hot by midday. By setting off early, you explore the tombs in comfortable cool conditions and return before the peak sun.
Detailed Itinerary
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07:30 AM · Lobby Pickup
Direct pickup from your hotel or cruise boat in Luxor with chilled bottled water.
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Valley of the Kings (2.5 Hours)
Explore 3 select royal tombs chosen by your Egyptologist for their vivid astronomical ceilings, Book of the Dead texts, and pristine preservation.
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Temple of Hatshepsut · Deir el-Bahari (1.5 Hours)
Ascend the grand limestone ramps to Queen Hatshepsut's mountain temple with panoramic views of the desert.
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Medinet Habu or Valley of the Queens (Optional)
Optional stop at the fortress temple of Ramses III with deep-cut relief carvings still bearing original color.
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Colossi of Memnon & Return
Stop at the twin 720-ton quartzite statues before private transfer back to your hotel.
What is Included & Excluded
Included with Private Tour
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Licensed Academic Egyptologist Private 1-on-1 expert guiding in fluent English tailored to your questions.
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Private Modern A/C Vehicle & Driver Late-model private van with professional driver, all fuel, road tolls, and parking taxes.
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Door-to-Door Hotel & Cruise Transfers Private pickup and drop-off at any hotel, Nile cruise ship, or Luxor Airport.
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Cold Bottled Water Refreshments Complimentary chilled mineral water provided inside the vehicle throughout the full day.
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Strict Zero-Shopping Guarantee No wasted time in commercial souvenir or alabaster bazaars — 100% pure archaeology.
Excluded & Optional
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Monument Entrance Tickets Paid directly by credit/debit card at official Ministry ticket booths (~$45 total).
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Extra Royal Crypts (Optional) Tutankhamun or Seti I tickets available at the gate for guests wishing to enter.
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Lunch & Personal Beverages We recommend authentic local Nile dining upon request, or return to your cruise for lunch.
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Discretionary Gratuities (Tipping) Tips for your Egyptologist guide and driver are customary but strictly at your discretion.
Nile Time Travel Booking Peace of Mind
No Advance Deposit Required
Pay on Tour Day
Free 24h Cancellation