Exclusive Luxor Tour with Guide: Dendera + East & West Temples

Exclusive Luxor Tour with Guide: Dendera + East & West Temples

By Eyes of Egypt

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Overview

Experience the best of Luxor on this private, customizable group tour covering Dendera Temple, the iconic West Bank sites (Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, Colossi of Memnon), and the magnificent East Bank (Karnak Temple). This tour is priced per group, offering flexibility for different party sizes; entrance tickets are not included as costs vary by group and must be paid on-site.

Led by passionate English-speaking local guides (other languages available upon request for an additional fee), you’ll enjoy insider knowledge, cultural immersion, and the freedom to explore at your own pace. Perfect for families, couples, adventure seekers, and history lovers, this full-day journey showcases thousands of years of ancient Egyptian history.

As a proud Luxor-based team, we guarantee a comfortable, well-organized, and unforgettable experience.

Activity location

Luxor
- Luxor, Egypt

Meeting/Redemption Point

Luxor
- Luxor, Egypt

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What's included, what's not

All service charges included with no hidden fees, supported by a professional local team.
**Private customizable tour covering Dendera and Luxor’s top temples.**
Private tour of Dendera and Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut & Karnak temples
**Perfect for families, couples, groups, and history lovers.**
**Hotel and Nile cruise pickup and drop-off across Luxor.**
**Comfortable private vehicles suited to your group size.**
**English-speaking local guide with deep knowledge of Luxor’s history.**
Tickets not included; pay on-site: Dendera 300, Kings 750, Hatshepsut 440, Karnak 600.
**Non-English guides available for an extra fee, paid directly to the guide on the day.**

Know before you book

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Luxor

** Transfer to Dendera Temple** Begin your journey with a scenic transfer from Luxor to the Dendera Temple parking area, approximately 60 km away. Due to standard safety procedures and road conditions, the drive takes around 1 to 1.5 hours. Enjoy views of the rural landscape along the way.

Dendera Temple Complex

1h 30m
Admission ticket not included

**Dendera Temple Complex** Explore one of Egypt’s best-preserved temple sites, dedicated to the goddess Hathor. Your guide will provide detailed commentary as you discover highlights such as the famous Zodiac ceiling, underground crypts, vibrant wall reliefs, and the massive columns of the Hypostyle Hall.

Dendera

**Return Transfer to Luxor & Arrival at Valley of the Kings** After the Dendera visit, travel back to Luxor with optional stops for photography or a brief rest. The tour continues with a direct transfer to the West Bank of Luxor, concluding at the entrance to the Valley of the Kings.

Valley of the Kings

1h 30m
Admission ticket not included

**Valley of the Kings** Experience the burial ground of ancient Egyptian royalty, where you'll explore intricately decorated tombs carved into the desert hills. Learn about the significance of this UNESCO World Heritage Site and the pharaohs who were laid to rest here. (Note: Entry to specific tombs like Tutankhamun's may require additional tickets.)

Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el Bahari

1h
Admission ticket not included

** Temple of Hatshepsut (Deir el-Bahari)** Visit the stunning mortuary temple of Queen Hatshepsut, one of Egypt’s most remarkable female rulers. Your guide will highlight the unique terraced architecture and tell the story of her reign and legacy.

Colossi of Memnon

** Colossi of Memnon** stop at the iconic Colossi of Memnon—two massive seated statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III. Learn about their historical significance and enjoy time for photos

Temple of Karnak

1h
Admission ticket not included

** Karnak Temple Complex ** Head to the East Bank of Luxor to explore the vast Karnak Temple, one of the largest religious complexes in the world. Walk through the iconic Hypostyle Hall with its towering columns, and learn about the site’s evolution over 2,000 years of construction by successive pharaohs. After a full day of exploration, enjoy a comfortable transfer back to your hotel, Nile cruise, or chosen drop-off point in Luxor.

Location

Activity location

Luxor
- Luxor, Egypt

Meeting/Redemption Point

Luxor
- Luxor, Egypt

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