Private West Bank Luxor tour: Valley of the Kings, temples, lunch

Four monuments, one guide, lunch with a view of the Valley

A private tour of Luxor's West Bank with a certified Egyptologist guide covers the Valley of the Kings (three tombs), Temple of Hatshepsut, Medinet Habu, and the Colossi of Memnon, ending with lunch at a local restaurant. The tour includes private air-conditioned transportation and pickup from your Luxor hotel, with flexibility to explore at your own pace at each site.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time at each

1. Valley of the Kings1h 30m
2. Temple of Hatshepsut1h 30m
3. Medinet Habu1h 30m
4. Colossi of Memnon30m

Explore Luxor West Bank highlights

• Visit 3 tombs in Valley of the Kings
• Tour Temple of Hatshepsut with guide
• Explore Medinet Habu temple
• See the Colossi of Memnon statues
• Enjoy lunch at Malkata House terrace

The experience

The Valley of the Kings opens the day. You visit three tombs (richly decorated burial chambers where pharaohs were laid to rest), and the guide walks you through the valley's history and the specific details of each tomb before you explore on your own. The standard ticket covers three tombs. Additional tombs like Tutankhamun's, Seti I's, and Ramses VI's require separate tickets if you want to see them.

From there, the Temple of Hatshepsut rises against limestone cliffs on the West Bank. The guide explains the temple's architecture and its significance as a mortuary temple built for the Eighteenth Dynasty's Pharaoh Hatshepsut (the second historically confirmed female pharaoh of Egypt), then you have time to walk through it yourself. Next comes Medinet Habu, Ramses III's memorial temple, which served as the economic center of ancient Thebes for centuries. The guide shows you the temple's most interesting sections and describes the events that unfolded there before leaving you to explore further. The Colossi of Memnon, two massive stone statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III, stand as the final stop.

Lunch arrives at the end of the day on the roof terrace of Malkata House, prepared by chef Hassan. The terrace overlooks the desert and mountains of the Valley of the Kings. The menu features Egyptian dishes. The chef accommodates dietary requirements on request.

What’s included

• Private air-conditioned transportation with pickup and return from your Luxor hotel.
• certified Egyptologist guide in English.
• entry to the Valley of the Kings (three tombs on the standard ticket).
• access to Temple of Hatshepsut, Medinet Habu, and the Colossi of Memnon.
• lunch at Malkata House with views of the West Bank landscape.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day7 departure times: the first at 06:00, the last at 12:00

AgesAdult (6 and older) · Child (3 to 5 years): free · Infant (under 3): free

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsNo refund if you cancel.

Prices and times updated 4 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelWheelchair accessibleStroller friendlyPets welcomeInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Far and Beyond Travel

Is this one for you?Choose this private tour if you want to set your own pace across multiple West Bank sites with a certified Egyptologist who provides expert commentary at each stop, rather than following a group schedule.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 5 years): free; Infant (under 3): free.

How many tombs do I actually enter in the Valley of the Kings?

The standard ticket includes three tombs. If you want to visit additional tombs (Tutankhamun's, Seti I's, or Ramses VI's), those require extra tickets purchased separately at the site.

What makes the Temple of Hatshepsut different from the other temples on this tour?

The Temple of Hatshepsut is a mortuary temple built for Pharaoh Hatshepsut, the second historically confirmed female pharaoh of Egypt. It's set dramatically against limestone cliffs on the West Bank, and the guide explains its unique architectural features and historical significance before you explore it yourself.

Is the guide included, and what language does the guide speak?

Yes, a certified Egyptologist guide is included and speaks English throughout the tour, providing in-depth information at each site.

What's included in the lunch, and where is it served?

Lunch is served on the roof terrace of Malkata House with views of the desert and Valley of the Kings. The menu features Egyptian dishes prepared by chef Hassan, who will accommodate any dietary requirements you have.

Do I need to arrange my own transportation to the West Bank?

No. Private air-conditioned transportation is included, with pickup and return from your Luxor hotel, so you don't need to arrange your own way to the sites.