Begin your adventure from Luxor Short Breaks, The modern city of Luxor is considered an open
air museum due to the scale of monuments that have survived from the Ancient
Thebes which was the capital of Egypt during the New Kingdom, get a journey
back time to the glorious past of Egypt while visiting the magnificent
landmarks in and near the city.
Have you ever wondered how the life was 5000 years ago
Answer this question while visiting two of the most famous cult centers in the
world start with Luxor city , has been described as the world’s biggest
open-air museum, Luxor contains about a third of the most valuable monuments
and antiquities in the whole world, which makes it one of the most important
tourist sites, Luxor is located about 670 km. (416 miles) to the south of
Cairo, 220km (137 miles) to the north of Aswan, and 280 kms (174 miles) to the
west of Hurghada. visit was karnak temple which was the cult center dedicated
to Amun, Mut and Khonsu and the largest religious building ever constructed.
The construction in the temple started 4000 years ago and continued up to the
days of Romans 2000 years ago. Then move to visit Luxor Temple which is a very
large temple that is located in the east bank of the Nile River, it was built
by Amenhotep III, completed by Ramses II and constructed in 1400 B.C, The
temple has been in almost continuous use as a place of worship right up to the
present day. During the Christian era, the temple’s hypostyle hall was
converted into a Christian church, and the remains of another Coptic church can
be seen to the west.
Unleash your inner with Luxor Day Tours and experience East
and West bank Tours in Luxor where you will get to visit the astonishing
landmarks in the West Bank of Luxor such as the fabulous Mortuary Temple ofQueen Hatshepsut which is one of the best well preserved tombs in the entire
world. This mortuary temple is distinguished by its outstanding inscriptions
including scenes of the Egyptians voyaging to a distant land, probably located
in Eritrea or southeast Sudan, called “Punt.” It was built of limestone, not
sandstone like most of the other funerary temples of the New Kingdom period, This
unique temple describes the conflict between Hatshepsut, and her nephew and son
in law, Tuthmosis III, since many of her statues were destroyed, and the
followers of Tuthmosis III damaged most of her Cartouches, after the mysterious
death of the queen, This unique temple describes the conflict between
Hatshepsut, and her nephew and son in law, Tuthmosis III, since many of her
statues were destroyed, and the followers of Tuthmosis III damaged most of her
Cartouches, after the mysterious death of the queen.
Feast your eyes
watching the amazing royal tombs located in the Valley of the kings, called
also Valley of the Gates or wadi El Pipan”in Arabic, Located at west bank of
Luxor , the Valley of the Kings is divided into two valleys, the East Valley
(where most of the royal tombs) and the West Valley, During Egypt's New Kingdom
(1539-1075 B.C.), the valley became a royal burial ground for pharaohs such as
Tutankhamun, Seti I, and Ramses II, as well as queens, high priests, and other
elites of the 18th, 19th, and 20th dynasties. and then discover the mysterious Colossi of
Memnon are two great seated stone statues representing King Amenhotep III, also
believed they have been so popular during the Roman period as it is said that
the statues sang. This was probably due to the expansion of the stone which
warmed up during the day and cooled off at night. Experience Karnak Sound and
Light Show and get amazed while watching the illuminating at night with a
multimedia performance or watch the open air museum in Luxor while airborne
with Hot Air Balloon Ride in Luxor and more.
Overview:
Begin your adventure from Luxor Short Breaks, Walk through
the stunning karnak and Luxor temples, Luxor Short Breaks happily immerses you
in the rich art of history once you beguile your eyes at Valley of the Kings,
and the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, and more.
Itinerary:
Day 01: Arrive Luxor
Plan Egypt Tours delegate with his own distinct perspective
of keeping an eye on our clients will be waiting for you at luxor Airport, upon
arrival you will find yourself totally in the moment, our delegate will
transfer you to your hotel to relax, check in and overnight in Luxor.
Day 02: Luxor, East and West Bank
Once you wake up, get your breakfast at hotel, beguile your
eyes by visiting Valley of the Kings which astonished all travelers, it is
unmatched experience, next tour to Hatshepsut temple, then focus on seeing the
Colossi of Memnon, Continue to scout Karnak Temple, Be witness for the glory of
Luxor Temple, at the end of your tour, back to your hotel, at night array of
optional tours are waiting for you, either to enjoy the Sound and light show at
Karnak Temple, or to enjoy the city at night overnight in Luxor.
Day 03: Final Departure
Today is the final morning in Luxor, Once you wake up, get
your breakfast at hotel, then Plan Egypt Tours delegate will transfer you to
Luxor airport to catch your flight back home.
Included:
Meet & assist at luxor Airport upon arrival and transfer
to hotel by air-conditioned vehicle
02 Nights accommodation in Luxor on Bed & Breakfast
01 Day Excursion in Luxor as mentioned at the above program
English speaking guide in luxor
01 Bottle of Mineral Water to each person
Entrance fees to the above mentioned sites in Luxor
All service charges and taxes
All Transfers in Luxor by air-conditioned vehicle
Assist & transfer to Luxor airport on your final
departure.
Excluded:
International flight
Visa to Egypt
Optional Tours
Tip.
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