3 Days Luxor & Valley of the Kings Tour from Makadi Bay
Enjoy a 3 Days Luxor & Valley of the Kings Tour from Makadi Bay by Private Car and discover the timeless treasures of Ancient Egypt with your expert Egyptologist guide. Travel in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle and explore Valley of the Kings, Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, Hatshepsut Temple, Valley of the Queens, and other highlights of ancient Thebes. Enjoy a relaxed journey with private transportation, accommodation, and personalized service.
Day 1 – From Makadi Bay to the Temples of the East Bank
Your private Luxor adventure begins with an early morning pick-up from your resort in Makadi Bay. Travel comfortably through the Eastern Desert and along the fertile Nile Valley before arriving in Luxor, often referred to as the world’s greatest open-air museum.
Meet your private Egyptologist guide and start exploring the magnificent Karnak Temple Complex, the largest religious center ever constructed in ancient Egypt. Wander through the awe-inspiring Great Hypostyle Hall with its 134 colossal columns, admire the sacred lake and towering obelisks, and discover the history of Amun-Ra and the famous Opet Festival that once united the temples of Thebes.
Continue to Luxor Temple, one of the finest masterpieces of ancient Egyptian architecture. Connected to Karnak by the legendary Avenue of Sphinxes, the temple reflects centuries of history with contributions from Amenhotep III, Ramses II, Tutankhamun, and even Alexander the Great.
After enjoying a delicious lunch at a local restaurant, check into your luxury hotel in Luxor. Spend the remainder of the day relaxing or choose an optional evening visit to the spectacular Sound and Light Show at Karnak Temple, where the history of ancient Thebes comes alive through dramatic illuminations and narration.
Overnight in Luxor.
Day 2 – The Royal Necropolis of the West Bank
After breakfast, embark on a fascinating exploration of Luxor’s legendary West Bank, home to the royal necropolis of the New Kingdom Pharaohs and one of Egypt’s most important UNESCO World Heritage sites.
Begin with the world-famous Valley of the Kings, where generations of mighty rulers were laid to rest. Enter three beautifully decorated royal tombs and marvel at the vibrant hieroglyphics and scenes depicting the journey to the afterlife.
Continue to the spectacular Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir El-Bahari, one of the greatest architectural masterpieces of ancient Egypt. Built dramatically against towering limestone cliffs, the temple commemorates Egypt’s most successful female Pharaoh.
Next, stop for photographs at the Colossi of Memnon, the massive statues of Amenhotep III that have stood guard over the Theban plain for more than three millennia.
Following lunch, continue to the Valley of the Queens, the burial place of royal wives and princes. Admire the beautifully decorated tombs that preserve some of the finest artwork from ancient Egypt and provide fascinating insights into royal life and burial traditions.
Return to your hotel and enjoy another overnight stay in Luxor.
Day 3 – Hidden Treasures of Ancient Thebes & Return to Makadi Bay
