West & East Bank Luxor from Hurghada

Embark on a captivating journey with a NASCO Tours representative from your Hurghada hotel to Luxor in a scenic 4-hour private transfer. As you travel, your guide will share the history of Upper Egypt, revealing landscapes of mountains, deserts, and fertile lands. Upon arrival at Luxor's west bank, explore the Valley of the Kings, where Pharaohs sought the afterlife. Visit Hatshepsut Temple, honoring Queen Hatshepsut with grand terraces and intricate carvings. Pause at the Colossi of Memnon, guardians of Amenhotep’s temple for over 3,400 years. Enjoy lunch at The Steigenberger Nile Palace, overlooking the Nile and Luxor boulevard. On the east bank, marvel at Karnak Temple’s Hypostyle Hall, Sacred Lake, and Avenue of the Sphinxes. Conclude at Luxor Temple, dedicated to Amun-Ra, with towering columns and vibrant hieroglyphs. Your adventure ends with a return to Hurghada, leaving you with unforgettable memories of Egypt’s wonders.

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   Hurghada

   4 hours

   Embark on a captivating journey with a NASCO Tours representative departing from Hurghada on a scenic 4-hour journey to Luxor. Along the way, relax and take in the ever-changing landscapes, from rugged mountains and expansive deserts to lush, fertile lands. Meanwhile, your guide will enrich the experience with captivating insights into the history of Upper Egypt.

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   Valley of the Kings

   1 hour

   Upon reaching the west bank of the Nile in Luxor, we will explore three remarkable royal tombs in the Valley of the Kings, also known as the Valley of the Gates of the Kings. This iconic site served as the royal burial ground for nearly 500 years during the New Kingdom period, from the Eighteenth to the Twentieth Dynasties. Carved into the cliffs of a desert wadi on the west bank of the Nile—directly across from ancient Thebes (modern-day Luxor)—this sacred valley is the final resting place of pharaohs and powerful nobles. Nestled within the Theban Necropolis, the Valley is home to some of the most beautifully decorated tombs in Egypt, showcasing intricate wall paintings and hieroglyphs that have survived thousands of years.

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   Temple of Hatshepsut

   15 min

   Heading to Hatshepsut Temple

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   Temple of Hatshepsut

   45 min

   Next, visit Hatshepsut Temple, a stunning mortuary temple in Luxor, Egypt, honors Queen Hatshepsut and features grand terraces, colonnades, and intricate carvings.

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   Stop 5

   1 hour

   Indulge in a delectable lunch at The Steigenberger Nile Palace, offering Nile and Luxor boulevard views.

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   The Karnak Temple

   15 min

   Heading to Karnak Temple

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   The Karnak Temple

   1 hour

   Visit the awe-inspiring Temple of Karnak, known for its unique Hypostyle Hall, Sacred Lake, and Avenue of the Sphinxes.

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   Luxor Temple

   15 min

   Heading to the Luxor Temple

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   Luxor Temple

   45 min

   Visit Luxor Temple, intricately connected to Karnak, a majestic ancient temple dedicated to Amun-Ra, featuring grand statues, towering columns, and vibrant hieroglyphs.

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    Hurghada

    4 hours

    Your adventure concludes with a return to your Hurghada hotel, leaving you with memories of Egypt's wonders.

• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Infant seats available on request
• Valley of the Kings: Your Main Entry Ticket Includes Access to 3 of the Following Open Tombs: KV1 (Ramesses VII), KV2 (Ramesses IV), KV6 (Ramesses IX), KV8 (Merenptah), KV14 (Tausert & Setnakht), KV15 (Sety II), KV16 (Ramesses I), KV43 (Thutmose IV), KV47 (Siptah). Optional Tombs (Available with Additional Ticket Purchase): KV9 (Ramesses V & VI), KV17 (Seti I), KV62 (Tutankhamun)

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.