Luxor East Bank Tour to Karnak and Luxor Temples
Experience a Luxor day tour, Egypt Day Trips offers a truly regal experience of what Karnak and Luxor Temple have to offer. While enjoying the guided...
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Luxor Day Tour to East Bank and West Bank
Trip overview
East Bank and West Bank of Luxor Day Tour
This full-day journey encompasses the best of Luxor under the aegis of Egypt Day Trip, making it a full day from the East Bank tour to the West Bank tour in Luxor. On the East Bank, explore the splendor of Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple, two of the most iconic monuments of Egypt, standing as testimony to the fertile splendor of ancient Egyptian civilization. Crossing the Nile to the West Bank will offer visits to the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut's Temple, and the Colossi of Memnon, allowing viewings of tombs and temples that served as monuments for Egypt's greatest rulers. This full-day experience ranks among the top things to do in Luxor, drawing in history buffs and curious travelers all the same.
The best things to do in Luxor are found in this full-day tour. View the grand Karnak and Luxor Temples located on the East Bank before crossing the Nile to see the famous Valley of the Kings, gorgeous Temple of Hatshepsut, and awe-inspiring Colossi of Memnon on the West Bank. Truly a trip down history to Egypt's most iconic sites; a great adventure, a must-have experience in Luxor.
Tour highlights
What makes this day different
Karnak Temple
The largest religious complex ever built.
Luxor Temple
Ramses II's statues and obelisk, aligned with the Nile.
Valley of the Kings
Royal tombs including that of Tutankhamun.
Temple of Hatshepsut
A cliffside temple honouring Egypt's first female pharaoh.
Colossi of Memnon
Two 3,400-year-old statues famed for their "singing" legend.
The route
5 stops, one unforgettable day
Your day at a glance
Hotel pickup & drop-off
Your guide collects you from your hotel in Luxor in a private air-conditioned vehicle after breakfast.
1
Karnak Temple
Start at Karnak Temple, the largest religious complex in the world. Walk beneath the Great Hypostyle Hall's 134 towering columns, with carvings telling stories of Egyptian deities, kings and battles.
Great Hypostyle Hall — 134 columns
2
Luxor Temple
Continue to Luxor Temple, aligned beautifully with the Nile. See the statues of Ramses II, an obelisk, and reliefs of the Opet Festival, one of ancient Egypt's most significant religious celebrations.
Statues of Ramses II\nOpet Festival reliefs
3
Valley of the Kings
Cross to the West Bank and the Valley of the Kings, the most famed burial ground for Egypt's pharaohs, including the tomb of King Tutankhamun.
Tomb of Tutankhamun
4
Hatshepsut Temple
Visit the Temple of Hatshepsut, built into the cliffs at Deir el-Bahari, honouring Egypt's first female pharaoh.
5
Colossi of Memnon
Finish at the Colossi of Memnon, two colossal stone statues of Amenhotep III that have stood watch for over 3,400 years.
Back to your hotel
Return transfer at the end of your day — hotel, Nile cruise dock or the airport.
What's included
Everything's taken care of
Included
- Pick up services from your hotel in Luxor and return
- All transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicle
- Private English-speaking Egyptologist guide
- Entrance fees to all the mentioned sites
- Bottled water on board the vehicle during the tour
- All service charges & taxes
Not included
- Any extras not mentioned in the program
- Tipping
Prices
One rate all year — the more of you, the less each pays
Group sizePrice per person
Solo travellerPrivate tour for one
US$ 130/ person
2 travellers
US$ 96/ person
3 travellers
US$ 90/ person
4 travellers
US$ 83/ person
5 travellers
US$ 79/ person
6 travellers
US$ 76/ person
7 travellers
US$ 74/ person
8 travellers
US$ 73/ person
9 travellers
US$ 73/ person
10 travellers
US$ 73/ person
- Prices may vary based on the season and group size.
- Rates typically cover entrance fees, transportation, and guided tours.
- Additional costs may apply for optional activities or services not included in the package.
- Children's discounts may be available depending on age and operator policy.
- Prices are usually quoted in USD or EGP and may be subject to exchange rate fluctuations.
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Before the morning of your tour
We collect you from your hotel in the morning by private vehicle — just tell us your preferred time when you book. Your guide's name and number are sent the evening before.
- Closed walking shoes
- A hat, sunglasses and sunscreen
- Small notes for tips
Phone and camera photography is free across all sites; photography is not permitted inside some tombs.
A full day covering both banks — comfortable shoes are recommended for the walking involved at each site.
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before pickup. No prepayment is taken to reserve the date — you settle with your guide on the day.
Good to know
Day tour FAQs
Yes — from any hotel in Luxor, at no extra cost.
Yes, entrance fees for all sites on both banks are included in the price.
Yes, bottled water is provided on board during the tour.
Light, covering clothes and closed, comfortable shoes.
Yes — this is a private tour, so just tell your guide on the day.
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