Day Tour to Valley of the Queens, Habu & Ramesseum
A day tour of Luxor’s West Bank offers a journey into Egypt’s hidden treasures. Passion Egypt Tours will provide American travelers with private transport and expert guides to explore the Valley of the Queens, Medinet Habu, Deir el-Medina, and the Ramesseum. Experience the artistry and history of these remarkable sites beyond the usual highlights. Book this extraordinary tour and uncover the secrets of Luxor’s west bank.
| Tour Inclusions |
- Pick up services from your hotel / Nile cruise.
- All transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicle.
- Private Egyptologist guide.
- Entrance fees for all Sightseeing are mentioned.
- 1 Lunch meal during the tour.
- All service charges & taxes.
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| Tour Exclusions |
- Any extras not mentioned in the program.
- Tipping.
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| Tour Highlights |
- Valley of the Queens.
- Madinat Habu Temple.
- Deir El Madina.
- Ramesseum Temple.
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What You Will Love About This Tour?
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Uncover the cultural and historical legacy of Luxor, the land of Thebes.
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Explore the Valley of the Queens, Ramesseum, Deir El Medina, and Medinet Habu.
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Enjoy high-quality services while exploring Egypt’s treasures.
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Discover captivating stories from Egypt’s immortal history.
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Live a truly enchanting adventure in Luxor.
Solo (Per Person)
160 $
/Adult
2-4 (Traveller Per Person)
90 $
/Adult
5-8 (Traveller Per Person)
60 $
/Adult
9-16 (Traveller Per Person)
50 $
/Adult
Details
Details:
Your day tour will commence with a meeting with your tour guide, followed by an exploration of the magnificent Luxor attractions on the west bank, including:
Valley of the Queens
The Valley of the Queens is the burial site of the most beautiful and powerful queens, as well as other important members of the royal family. It is located on the West Bank of Luxor, within the Theban Necropolis near the Valley of the Kings, and was known as "TA-set-Neferu" (The Place of Beauty) during Egypt's New Kingdom period (1570–1050 BC). Similar to the Valley of the Kings, its exterior design is modest to avoid attracting the attention of looters and tomb raiders. The site contains over 75 tombs dating from the 18th, 19th, and 20th dynasties.
Habu Temple
During your day tour to Luxor's west bank, you will visit the temple known as Djant, where the sky opened and the creator god Amun first appeared. It was built during the New Kingdom (1570-1050 BC) by both Hatshepsut and Thutmose III, with a larger memorial temple later added by Ramses III. The entire temple complex was modeled after a Syrian Migdol fortress, featuring a massive fortified enclosure wall and a distinctive eastern entrance called the pavilion gate. Additionally, there is a canal with a harbor outside the entrance that connects the temple to the Nile River.
Lunch Time
You will then enjoy lunch at a local restaurant in Luxor before preparing to visit:
Deir El-Medina
This cemetery, belonging to the royal workmen, is situated west of the village on the slope of the Theban Hills and was constructed during the 19th dynasty. The tombs were later used as a family burial site for the descendants of the original occupants. Numerous infants and children were interred in the lower sections of the eastern hill, placed in baskets, boxes, pottery jars, and coffins, while the upper levels housed mummies of adults from the 18th dynasty.
Ramesseum Temple
Located on the west bank of the Nile in Luxor is the impressive Funerary Temple of Ramses II (1279-1213 BC). The entire temple was dedicated to the creator god Amun and serves as the eternal resting place of Ramses the Great. The temple features a 57 ft (17m) seated statue of Ramses II, and its walls are adorned with intricate carvings illustrating the Battle of Kadesh, the Syrian Wars, and the Festival of Min.
You will then return to your accommodation, concluding your day tour of Luxor's West Bank.
Meals: Lunch
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