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DAILY TOURS IN LUXOR:
All our tours are conducted on a private basis, so you are free to make it your own and do it your way.
Our tours include the services of an English-speaking Egyptologist/guide (other languages available on request), entrance fees, pick-up and drop-off at your hotel, and transportation by air conditioned car/bus.
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1- Full day Tour 5 hours (approx.): |
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West Bank (Valley of the Kings, Colossi of Memnon and Temple of Queen Hatshepsute): |
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Excursion tour to visit the West Bank including: Valley of the Kings (Is a valley in Egypt where for a period of nearly 500 years from the 16th to 11th century BC, tombs were constructed for the kings and powerful nobles of the New Kingdom (the Eighteenth through Twentieth Dynasties of Ancient Egypt). The valley stands on the west bank of the Nile, across from Thebes (modern Luxor), within the heart of the Theban Necropolis.), Colossi of Memnon (The two colossi are made of sandstone, which during ancient times was brought from Gabal El Silselah. Each colossus, including the pedestal and the crown, is about 21m tall and represents King Amenhotep III seating on his throne, wearing the Memes, or royal headdress, with the divine cobra protecting his forehead. On the sides of the colossi there is a representation of the Nile god Hapi, bending together the lotus and the papyrus plants, symbolizing the union of Upper and Lower Egypt) and Temple of Queen Hatshepsute (Hatshepsut was the fifth Pharaoh of the18th-dynasty who was one of the handful of female rulers in Ancient Egypt. Her reign was the longest of all the female pharaohs. Her funerary temple still stands as a tribute to her incredible rise to power). At the end of the day we will transfer you back to your hotel. |
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2- Full day Tour 5 hours (approx.): |
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East Bank (Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple): |
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Excursion tour to visit the West Bank including: the Karnak Temple (the largest religious complex in the world it was continuously built by generations for 2000 years, the temple was mainly dedicated to the God Amon Ra who became the most important in Thebes the capital, the most celebrated feature of Karnak is the great hypostyle hall that covers 600 square meters large enough to hold within both St. Paul’s Cathedral of London or the entire Notre Dame of Paris, a forest of 134 columns supports the ceiling all decorated with religious scenes the hall was built by Sethos the 1st and Ramses the 2nd, the relives and the pharaoh’s chronicles elsewhere in the temple presents an incomparable historical source, much of our knowledge about Egypt and the neighboring countries come from them, they also recall stories of the Bible). Then visit Luxor Temple (It was built by Amenhotep III in 18th Dynasty in the New Kingdom and it was completed by Ramses II during the 19th Dynasty. King Ramses II was the most famous king in the 19th Dynasty. He ruled Egypt for about 67 years. It was dedicated to the great god Amun-Ra, his wife Mut and their son Khonsu together representing the Theban triad. Enjoy visiting Obelisk of Ramses II in front of the 1st Pylon). At the end of the day we will transfer you back to your hotel. |
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3- Sound and Light show: |
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Sound and Light show at the Karnak Temple: |
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The Karnak Sound and Light Show highlights the dramatic history of ancient Thebes. The show narrates the achievements of some great Pharaohs, with poetic descriptions of the ancient treasures. As visitors walk through the complex, the pharaohs arise to tell the story of their interesting lives, as haunting music mysteriously flows through this ancient city. Ancient and poetic voices tell the visitors about the birth of Karnak temple and the heroic achievements of the pharaohs and the god Amun. It is an enchanting and supernatural experience to listen to sound effects and gaze at the magnificent ruins illuminated during the well-presented show. |
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4- Full day Tour 5 hours (approx.): |
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West Bank & East Bank of Luxor (Valley of the Kings, Colossi of Memnon, Temple of Queen Hatshepsute and Karnak Temple): |
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Excursion tour to visit the West Bank including: Valley of the Kings (Is a valley in Egypt where for a period of nearly 500 years from the 16th to 11th century BC, tombs were constructed for the kings and powerful nobles of the New Kingdom (the Eighteenth through Twentieth Dynasties of Ancient Egypt). The valley stands on the west bank of the Nile, across from Thebes (modern Luxor), within the heart of the Theban Necropolis.), Colossi of Memnon (The two colossi are made of sandstone, which during ancient times was brought from Gabal El Silselah. Each colossus, including the pedestal and the crown, is about 21m tall and represents King Amenhotep III seating on his throne, wearing the Memes, or royal headdress, with the divine cobra protecting his forehead. On the sides of the colossi there is a representation of the Nile god Hapi, bending together the lotus and the papyrus plants, symbolizing the union of Upper and Lower Egypt) and Temple of Queen Hatshepsute (Hatshepsut was the fifth Pharaoh of the18th-dynasty who was one of the handful of female rulers in Ancient Egypt. Her reign was the longest of all the female pharaohs. Her funerary temple still stands as a tribute to her incredible rise to power). Then visit the Karnak Temple (the largest religious complex in the world it was continuously built by generations for 2000 years, the temple was mainly dedicated to the God Amon Ra who became the most important in Thebes the capital, the most celebrated feature of Karnak is the great hypostyle hall that covers 600 square meters large enough to hold within both St. Paul’s Cathedral of London or the entire Notre Dame of Paris, a forest of 134 columns supports the ceiling all decorated with religious scenes the hall was built by Sethos the 1st and Ramses the 2nd, the relives and the pharaoh’s chronicles elsewhere in the temple presents an incomparable historical source, much of our knowledge about Egypt and the neighboring countries come from them, they also recall stories of the Bible). At the end of the day we will transfer you back to your hotel. |
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5- Over day Tour 5 hours (approx.): |
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Abydos Temple & Denderah Temple: |
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Morning we drive to Abydos Temples (1.The Temple of Seti I: In commemoration of King Seti I representing him in his various relationships with the gods and goddesses. Annexed to it is a symbolic tomb of the King known as Osireion, as King Seti I was buried in his famous tomb in the Valley of the Kings in Luxor .The temple contain the famous list of-the-kings of Egypt since Mena came to power until the era of Seti I, called the list of Abydos.-2.The Temple of Ramses II : A few walls still remain, but they retain some vivid and brightly colored scenes and a full record of the famous battle of Qadesh) then visit Denderah Temple (On the West Bank of Quena city 60km north of Luxor. It is one of the Greco-Roman temples for the worship goddess Hathor. It was built by King Ptolemy III and its construction was completed by the Roman Emperors. The ceiling of the hypostyle room has an astronomic decoration with the symbolic representation of the sky). At the end of the day we will transfer you back to your hotel. |
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6- Full day Tour 5 hours (approx.): |
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West Bank (Valley of The Nobles & The Temple of Madinat Habu): |
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Excursion tour to visit the West Bank including: The Valley of The Nobles (Sheik Abd El-Gorna: The site has rock cut tombs of Nobles, and high officials of ancient Egypt, who once served the Pharaohs during the time of the New Kingdom. (1500 - 500 BC). Among the most important tombs in this cemetery is the tomb numbered 55, which belonged to Ra-Mose. He was the mayor of Thebes, and during the end of the reign of Amenhotep III (Amenophis III) and his son Akhenaton, the vizier. Unfortunately this tomb is unfinished because Ra-Mose moved, with Akhenaton, to the new capital Akht-Aton (modern day Tell El-Amarna), therefore the decoration work stopped, and the tomb was left unfinished, except for the scenes which already had been completed. Because of this, we can appreciate the high techniques that Egyptian art had during that period.).Then visit The Temple of Madinat Habu (One of the largest memorial Temples in Egypt. It measures 320m in length (east to west) and about 200m in width (north to south). It was built to commemorate Ramses III, after his death, by orders of the King himself. A huge mud brick enclosure wall surrounds the Temple.). At the end of the day we will transfer you back to your hotel. |
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7- Over day Tour 5 hours (approx.): |
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Temple of Esna: |
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Excursion tour to visit the Esna Temple (The Temple is dedicated to the ram headed God Khnum, the God of creation. Tutomosis III laid the foundations of the Temple in the 18th Dynasty, but Ptolemaic and Roman Emperors, from 40-250 A.D, completed it, and their names are recorded all over the Temple walls. The remains of the Temple contain a hall of columns, with 24 pillars, beautifully decorated with lotus and palm capitals. The walls are covered with 4 rows of relief’s, showing Ptolemaic and Roman Emperors dressed in Pharaoh costumes, sacrificing to the God of the Temple. On both sides of the Temple entrance there are chambers that were used by the priests and keepers of the Temple as storerooms. Flanking the entrance to each room, you will notice the Emperor Trajan, carried in a litter by six Priests, with jackal and hawk masks of the Gods). At the end of the day we will transfer you back to your hotel. |
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8- Over day Tour 5 hours (approx.): |
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Temple of Esna & Edfu Temple: |
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Excursion tour to visit the Temple of Esna built during the reign of Thutmose III and dedicated to the ram-god Khnum whom the ancient Egyptian believed fashioned man from mud of the Nile on his potter’s wheel. Then proceed to Edfu and visit the Edfu Temple (Lies in Edfu town, 123 km north of Aswan on the west bank of the Nile. It dates to the Ptolemaic period. It was dedicated to the worship of god Hours represented as a falcon. It is one of the most beautiful Egyptian temples, distinguished by its huge splendid structure that blends Pharaonic and Greek architecture. Its grandeur competes with Luxor temples. It is the second largest temple after Karnak. It also houses the Nilometer and a huge pylon at the entrance). At the end of the day we will transfer you back to your hotel. |
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9- Full Day Tour: |
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Denderah Day Cruise: |
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Le Lotus floating restaurant has a capacity of up to 90 passengers. It includes an elegant 5 stars restaurant, a relaxing sundeck with Jacuzzi/plunge pool and a discotheque /bar on the lower deck. It makes a very popular Denderah Day Cruise which includes a professionally guided tour of the beautiful Temple of Denderah (On the West Bank of Quena city 60km north of Luxor. It is one of the Greco-Roman temples for the worship goddess Hathor. It was built by King Ptolemy III and its construction was completed by the Roman Emperors. The ceiling of the hypostyle room has an astronomic decoration with the symbolic representation of the sky)., a delicious hot and cold buffet lunch, afternoon tea and a guaranteed chance to relax. |
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10- Hot Air Balloon: |
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Air Balloon Trip: |
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Come and enjoy the splendors and ancient historical sights of Egypt as you have never seen them before. Glide majestically over the temples and burial grounds on the Pharaohs with tranquillity and peace. See this spectacular landscape from the unique viewpoint which only hot air ballooning can provide. The Tour include:
-Collection and return to your Hotel.
-Your flight time will be a minimum of 50 minutes (weather permitting).
-Most flights take place at dawn when the winds are most favourable.
-Your pick up time will be confirmed on the evening prior your flight.
-No special clothing is required although flat shoes or trainers are recommended.
-Don't forget your camera or video with extra film to capture the fantastic sights you will see. -You will receive a gift with our compliments at the end of your flight. |
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11- Transfer From Luxor To Aswan 4 hours (approx.): |
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Private Transfer From Luxor To Aswan by Deluxe Bus: |
This Private Transfer from Luxor to Aswan ensures an easy transit between two of the great ancient cities of Egypt. Travel from Luxor to Aswan by a private air-conditioned vehicle.
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12- Transfer From Luxor To Hurghada 4 hours (approx.): |
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Private Transfer From Luxor To Hurghada by Deluxe Bus: |
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This Private Transfer from Luxor to Hurghada ensures an easy transit between the two great cities of Egypt. Travel from Luxor to Hurghada by a private air-conditioned vehicle. |
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13- Luxor Airport Transfer: |
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Meet, Assist & Transfer From / To Luxor Airport: |
Welcome upon arrival to Luxor Airport, smoothing and speeding up all arrival procedures to protect you from being hassled at any point in Luxor International Airport. Moreover, we can help you to get your visa to Egypt upon arrival at Luxor airport. Also, your bags are completely handled by our representative. Then you will be transferred by a private air-conditioned vehicle to your Hotel in downtown.
The price includes:
-Meet & assist at Luxor Airport upon arrival
-Transfer by a private air-conditioned vehicle
-English speaking representative at the airport
-Trolley for luggage at Luxor airport
The price not includes:
-Entry visa to Egypt |
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- International Flights.
- Visa Entry for Egypt.
- Personal items.
- Tipping.
- Any other items not mentioned.
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Above tours are Daily on Private Basis.
PRICES
All prices are in American USD$ Currency, per person. Contact us for exact price according to your dates of trip and the number of participants.
LUXOR
During the Memphis period of the Old Kingdom, it was only an obscure town known as Waset or the Sceptre (Symbol of sovereignty). The power of Waset increased gradually, in 2060 B.C. Mentohotep, Prince of Waset, reunified Egypt and extended its sovereignty to Nubia, even when the Hyksos (Asiatic tribes) invaded the Delta and Middle Egypt in 1785 B.C., Waset did not submit, in 1580 B.C. Ahmos the prince of Waset expelled the Hyksos, reunified Egypt and Waset became the capital of the New Kingdom, its god Amun became the supreme state god, during the next six hundred years, Egypt expanded to the south (Nubia and Kush) and to the east (the Euphrates banks), Waset reached the peak of the glory, the city of the one hundred gates: (luxurious palaces, huge temples, a large gardens, trading centers, foreign embassies), then it became the cosmopolitan city of the Egyptian empire and the first city of the old world. The decline started in 1095 BC, when the great priest of Amun (Herithor) seized the throne and declared himself pharaoh. The divided Egypt weakened the Empire, strikes came from the south and the east until the Assyrians destroyed Waset in 665 BC leaving the glorious city in ruins. Waset remained forgotten during the periods of the Greek and Roman domination. When the Arabs came & conquered Egypt in 639, being impressed by the ruins of the palaces and temples in Waset, they named it "Aloksor" or the palaces which known today as Luxor. When Champollion discovered the secrets of the hieroglyphic language in 1822, attention was drawn back to Luxor again. Adventurers, archeologists and visitors started to come; Luxor became a very touristic center, an open book of history.
Born more than 5000 years ago; Luxor is by far the largest museum in the all world. Whenever you walk, you will experience the past and the present at the same time. Built for eternity in granite and sandstone, the tombs and the temples still stand surrounded by houses, markets and hotels. "In the City of the living" Luxor and Karnak temple greet the sunrise. In the "City of the dead" the sunset throws its shadows through the statues and the columns.
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