2-day Luxor tour: Valley of the Kings, Karnak Temple, Hatshepsut

Two days tracing Egypt's dynasties across Luxor's west and east banks

A 2-day guided tour of Luxor's major temples and tombs, split between the west bank necropolis and the east bank temple complexes. An Egyptologist guide leads you through Valley of the Kings (visiting three royal tombs), Temple of Hatshepsut, Deir el-Medina, the Colossi of Memnon, Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple. Hotel pickup, air-conditioned transport and all admission fees are included.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1: Explore Luxor West Bank

• Visit Valley of the Kings tombs
• Tour Temple of Hatshepsut
• See tombs at Deir el-Medina
• View Colossi of Memnon statues

Day 2: Discover Luxor East Bank

• Explore Karnak Temple complex
• Visit Luxor Temple statues

The experience

Day one focuses on Luxor's west bank, where the ancient necropolis sits embedded in the Thebes mountains. You visit three royal tombs inside Valley of the Kings (your guide recommends which ones suit your interests), then move to Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir El-Bahri, a limestone structure that stands apart from the sandstone funerary temples of the New Kingdom. The route also takes in Deir el-Medina, the settlement where workers who built the royal tombs once lived, and ends at the Colossi of Memnon, the two largest ancient statues in Luxor, dating to King Amenhotep III's era.

Day two shifts to the east bank and its temple complexes. Karnak Temple sprawls across multiple structures built over centuries: you walk the Avenue of Sphinxes, enter the Hypostyle Hall, see the Obelisks of Queen Hatshepsut and Tuthmosis I, view the Temple of Amon, and visit the Sacred Lake and Granite Scarabeus of Amenophis III. Luxor Temple, dedicated to the Theben Triad of Amun-Ra, Mut and Khonsu, closes the tour with statues of Ramses the Great.

An English-speaking Egyptologist guide accompanies you both days, offering context at each site. Transport is by air-conditioned vehicle from your hotel, with return included. All entry fees to the sites mentioned are covered in the booking.

What’s included

• An English-speaking Egyptologist guide for both days.
• hotel pickup and return transport in an air-conditioned vehicle.
• admission to Valley of the Kings, Temple of Hatshepsut, Deir el-Medina, Colossi of Memnon, Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 06:00, 07:00 and 08:00

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AgesAdult (12 to 90 years) · Child (3 to 11 years) · Under 3: can't be included in the booking

GroupUp to 15

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, French, German and Italian

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 15 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller friendlyPublic transport nearbyNot for back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Available travel Egypt

Is this one for you?Choose this tour if you need commentary in English, Spanish, Italian, French or another language. The guide speaks your choice so you understand the historical context at each site.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, French, German and Italian.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 11 years). Under 3: they can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What exactly will I see inside Valley of the Kings?

Valley of the Kings is an ancient necropolis carved into the Thebes mountains. You visit three royal tombs from various dynasties. Your guide recommends which ones to enter based on your interests and time.

Is Temple of Hatshepsut different from the other temples in Luxor?

Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir El-Bahri is distinctive because it was built of limestone rather than sandstone, which sets it apart from most other funerary temples of the New Kingdom period.

How much time do we spend at Karnak Temple?

The itinerary includes Karnak Temple on day two, where you see the Avenue of Sphinxes, Hypostyle Hall, obelisks, the Temple of Amon, the Sacred Lake and the Granite Scarabeus. The exact duration depends on your pace and interests, but Karnak is a substantial complex.

Does the tour include hotel pickup?

Yes, hotel pickup and return transport are included. All transfers between sites happen in an air-conditioned vehicle.