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Explore Luxor Highlights in a 2 Day Excursion from Safaga Port
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2 Days
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Offered in: English, French, Spanish
Overview
Embark on a captivating 2-day excursion from Safaga Port, delving into the mesmerizing wonders of Luxor under the expert guidance of a seasoned Egyptologist. Immerse yourself in the grandeur of the Karnak Temple, marvel at the mystical allure of the Valley of the Kings, and explore the magnificent Hatshepsut Temple. After an enriching day of exploration, retire for the evening to the comfort and opulence of a distinguished 4-star or luxury hotel, where you can rejuvenate and prepare for another day of discovery.
What's Included
- Bottled water on board the vehicle during your tour.
- All transfers by an air-conditioned vehicle.
- Private English speaking guide throughout your tours.
- Pick up services from Safaga Port & return.
- Lunch
- Lunch meals at local restaurants.
- Accommodation for a night at 4* Hotel or Luxury Hotel.
- Breakfast
- Any extras not mentioned in the program.
- Tipping.
Meeting And Pickup
What To Expect
Safaga port to Luxor
4 Stops
Port Safaga
You will be met at the exit door of Safaga port by our cruise staff. From there, you will embark on a comfortable journey to Luxor via a private air-conditioned car, which typically takes approximately 3 hours.
3 Hours • Admission Ticket Free
Temple of Karnak
Upon reaching your destination, you will explore the Karnak temples, a magnificent complex featuring 22 temples. Notably, the Great Hypostyle Hall stands out with its impressive array of 134 columns. Situated near Luxor, Egypt, the Karnak Temple Complex, also known as the Karnak Open Air Museum, encompasses a sprawling assortment of ancient structures including temples, chapels, pylons, and other edifices. Its construction commenced under the reign of Senusret I during the Middle Kingdom and extended into the Ptolemaic period, with the majority of surviving buildings originating from the New Kingdom era.
2 Hours • Admission Ticket Included
Luxor Temple
Proceed with your exploration to Luxor Temple, a testament to the diverse religious history of Egypt, encompassing Pharaonic, Christian, and Islamic influences. These two temples are linked by the grand Sphinx Avenue spanning over 3 kilometers. Luxor Temple, situated on the eastern bank of the Nile in what is now called Luxor (ancient Thebes), dates back to around 1400 BCE. Referred to in the Egyptian language as ipet resyt, meaning "the southern sanctuary," Luxor boasts numerous magnificent temples on both its eastern and western banks.
1 Hours • Admission Ticket Included
Luxor
You will then be transferred to your hotel in Luxor.
30 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Accommodations : Overnight in 4 or 5 stars hotel in Luxor.
Meals : Lunch
West Bank and back to Safaga Port
4 Stops
Valley of the Kings
Following breakfast at the hotel, you will be picked up for a journey across the Nile to explore the West Bank, home to the renowned Valley of the Kings. This sacred site houses over 62 tombs of the kings from the New Kingdom era, dating back to 1550 BC. During your visit, you will have the opportunity to explore three of these remarkable tombs. The Valley of the Kings served as the burial ground for pharaohs and influential nobles of the New Kingdom for nearly 500 years, spanning from the 16th to 11th century BC. Situated on the west bank of the Nile, opposite modern Luxor, within the heart of the Theban Necropolis, the valley comprises two main areas: the East Valley, where the majority of royal tombs are located, and the West Valley.
3 Hours • Admission Ticket Included
Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el Bahari
Explore the stunning Hatshepsut Temple, a marvel of modern design boasting three terraces. Also known as the Djeser-Djeseru, this ancient Egyptian mortuary temple lies in Upper Egypt and was commissioned by the Eighteenth Dynasty pharaoh Hatshepsut. Nestled beneath the cliffs at Deir el-Bahari on the western bank of the Nile, close to the Valley of the Kings, this temple is dedicated to Amun and Hatshepsut. Adjacent to the mortuary temple of Mentuhotep II, which served as both inspiration and quarry, the Hatshepsut Temple is revered as one of the "incomparable monuments of ancient Egypt.
1 Hours • Admission Ticket Included
Colossi of Memnon
Visit Colossi of Memnon the two huge statues of Amenhotep III behind it you can see the ruins of his temple. The Colossi of Memnon (Arabic: el-Colossat or es-Salamat) are two massive stone statues of the Pharaoh Amenhotep III, who reigned in Egypt during the Dynasty XVIII. Since 1350 BCE, they have stood in the Theban Necropolis, located west of the River Nile from the modern city of Luxor.
20 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Port Safaga
Drive back to your cruise in Safaga Port.
3 Hours • Admission Ticket Free
Accommodations : No accommodation provided
Meals : Breakfast
Additional Info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Operated by Private Classic Tours
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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