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Explore one of the ancient worlds oldest Capitols during an 18 hour day trip to Luxor, former Thebes, from Hurghada. Admire the remains of Karnak Temple, go to The Valley of the Queens, see Hatshepsut Temple and the Colossi of Memnon and more …

Travel back to ‘Ancient Egypt’ on a full day bus tour to Luxor from Hurghada and be amazed by the temple ruins of the Egyptian Pharaohs. The transfer is by air-conditioned bus, leaving early in the morning on a 4 hour drive to Luxor, Ancient Thebes. En route, enjoy views of the Nile in Upper Egypt and pass through typical towns and villages to experience the ‘real Egypt’.

On arrival at Luxor an Egyptologist guide will take you on a tour of the miraculous ruins explaining their significance in ancient times. Initially, make a brief stop at the 3,400 years old Colossi of Memnon and admire the giant statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III.

.. continue to the Valley of the Queens to learn about the burial customs of the ancient Egyptians during the Pharaonic period. Go down into the tombs of ancient rulers and and see the well preserved paintings and Hieroglyphics. Then, go to the temple built for Queen Hatshepsut one of Ancient Egypt’s most fascinating characters. Your guide will tell about this Pharaoh and the temple built for her as you look at the Portico, terraces of columns, statues and reliefs.

Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before exploring the Temple of Karnak, one of the most spectacular temples of the ancient world. Admire more of the centuries-old hieroglyphics and paintings, numerous other churches and temples and learn of the Legend of the Sacred Scarab.

Finally, you will transfer back through the Nile Valley of Upper Egypt and at the end of your tour, a late drop-off at your hotel/location back in Hurghada

Places of Interest

• Colossi of Memnon and Valley of the Queens
• Giant statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III
• Queen Hatshepsut’ temple
• Karnak Temple
• Legend of the Sacred Scarab

Highlights

• explore the ruins of the temples of the ancient City of Thebes
• learn about the female Pharaoh Queen Hatshepsut at her funerary temple
• admire the columns and reliefs of Karnak Temple
• learn about the burial of customs of ancient Nobles in the Valley of the Kings
• enjoy your lunch at a local restaurant
• see the spectacular statues of the Colossi of Memnon

INCLUDED

•  buffet lunch
•  historical professional guide
•  hotel pick-up and drop-off
•  all tickets and entrance for temples
•  entry/admission – Temple of Karnak
•  entry/admission – Valley of The Queens
•  entry/admission- Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir El Bahari
• visiting Ala Baster factory for handmade souvenir/s

NOT INCLUDED

• souvenir photos tea/cocoa
• other attractions not mentioned in the above program
• any extras you request at other sites
• tips and personal expenses
• visiting Banana Island
• round-trip transfer from Makadi, El Gouna, Sahl Hasheesh hotels an extra charge of €10 per person
• round-trip transfer from Safaga & Soma Bay hotels an extra charge of €15 per person
• Egyptologist guides translating in Spanish, Italian, Romanian, Polish or Czech are available at an extra charge, if required

BRING WITH YOU

• please wear sports shoes or similar comfort, bring a hat, sunglasses & sun cream (for protection) and your camera/video recorder

PARTICIPATION IN ADVENTUROUS ACTIVITIES ARE AT THE GUESTS’ DISCRETION

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