In the early morning, a Journey To Egypt representative will pick you up from your hotel in Cairo to Cairo international airport for a flight to Luxor where you will be met by your tour guide (Exit door) holding a sign with your name.
Then we’ll take you across the Nile to the west bank of Luxor, where the richest and most famous necropolis in the world is situated, the Valley of the Kings. Inside the valley, the famous tombs of the Pharaohs are cut into the living rock, some contain fine paintings with their splendor still preserved; the most famous is that of Tutankhamen, discovered in November 1922. Then proceed to visit Deir El Bahari, one of the most splendid temples in ancient Egypt, built by Queen Hatshepsut around 1500 BC.
Proceed to the Colossi of Memnon; there is a legend which tells how, cracked by an earthquake, the two statues began to speak. Move onto the east bank of the Nile to see the Temples at Karnak; it was dedicated to the cult of Amun, the temple consists of numerous buildings built and added to from time to time by the various Pharaohs right up to Roman times. Finally, you will be transferred to Luxor airport for your flight back to Cairo then transfer to your hotel in Cairo.
Highlights:
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Valley of the Kings: This is a major highlight, where you'll explore the tombs of pharaohs, including the famous Tutankhamun. The intricate hieroglyphics and vibrant paintings within these tombs are truly remarkable.
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Temple of Hatshepsut: This visually stunning mortuary temple, dedicated to the female pharaoh Hatshepsut, is known for its unique architectural design, blending seamlessly with the surrounding cliffs.
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Colossi of Memnon: These two massive stone statues, remnants of a once-grand mortuary temple, provide a powerful visual introduction to the scale of ancient Egyptian monuments.
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Karnak Temple: As one of the world's largest religious complexes, Karnak Temple is a sprawling site with impressive columns, obelisks, and sanctuaries, showcasing the grandeur of ancient Egyptian religious architecture.
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Luxor Temple: This beautiful temple, located in the modern city of Luxor, is known for its well-preserved structures and its connection to the Karnak Temple through the Avenue of Sphinxes.
