Full Itinerary for Your Luxor Day Trip from Marsa Alam
Overview
A day to discover Luxor and its world-famous historical sites such as the great temple complex of Karnak , the Valley of the Kings : the largest royal necropolis in the world as well as the temple of Queen Hatshepsut with its fabulous architectural style.
Itinerary
Meeting at the reception of your hotel and early departure for the day trip to Luxor (approximately 6 hours drive). This trip is an opportunity to admire the beautiful reliefs of the eastern desert of Egypt. The approach to Luxor creates a stunning contrast between the desert landscape and the greenery of the Nile Valley.
Arrival in Luxor in the middle of the morning and beginning of the historical discovery of the must-see sites of this region very rich in history with the visit of the temples of Karnak , a splendid architectural complex dedicated to the god Amon.
Lunch in a typical restaurant. Then we will join the left bank of the Nile to discover the Theban necropolis to visit
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- The Valley of the Kings , containing the tombs of great kings of pharaonic Egypt such as: Ramses 2, Amenophis 3, Horemheb, Tout Ankh Amon and many others.
- The temple of Queen Hatshepsut, characterized by an unusual architectural style composed of three terraces superimposed on each other. From the top of the third terrace you will enjoy a superb unobstructed view of the entire Luxor region
- The Colossi of Memnon, two sandstone giants in the image of the great pharaoh Amenhotep 3, father of the famous Akhenaten.
- Resume driving back to your accommodation in Marsa Alam with unforgettable memories
Price
The Price Includes
- All transfers and travel by private air-conditioned vehicle.
- Entrances to the sites mentioned in this itinerary (about 36 euros per person)
- Egyptologist guide to ensure the logistics of this excursion day and the visits mentioned in the program.
- Lunch in a typical restaurant.
- All taxes and service charges.
The Price Excludes
- All supplements not mentioned in the programs.
- Drinks during lunch
- Tips for guide and driver
