Private Day Trip to West Bank Valley of the Kings Temple of (Medinet Habu) in Luxor, Egypt
Luxor, Egypt

Private Day Trip to West Bank Valley of the Kings Temple of (Medinet Habu)

Outty Ranking 60 5.0 · 2 traveler reviews5 hoursFrom $50
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60/100

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5.0/5

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Is Private Day Trip to West Bank Valley of the Kings Temple of (Medinet Habu) worth booking?

Private Day Trip to West Bank Valley of the Kings Temple of (Medinet Habu) is a 5-hour experience in Luxor, Egypt, from $50 per person. It scores 60 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 2 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
60 / 100
Rating
5/5 (2)
Duration
5 hours
From
$50 per person

Guided private day trip to see the highlights of the ancient West Bank monuments in Luxor. These highlights include Valley of the Kings (Necropolis of Thebes), the Temple of Ramses III (Medinet Habu) and the Colossi of Memnon. You will be guided by a licensed Egyptologist tour guide and transported to all the sites by a private air-conditioned vehicle. At every site you will get information from your Egyptologist tour guide and you will get free time to explore the ancient monuments by yourself. After touring the sites you will be transferred back to your hotel by an air-conditioned vehicle. This tour includes a qualified Egyptologist tour guide, transport by air-conditioned vehicle, all entrance fees for the mentioned sites, hotel pick up and drop off, and excludes any extra not mentioned.

What you get

    About this experience

    Guided private day trip to see the highlights of the ancient West Bank monuments in Luxor. These highlights include Valley of the Kings (Necropolis of Thebes), the Temple of Ramses III (Medinet Habu) and the Colossi of Memnon. You will be guided by a licensed Egyptologist tour guide and transported to all the sites by a private air-conditioned vehicle. At every site you will get information from your Egyptologist tour guide and you will get free time to explore the ancient monuments by yourself. After touring the sites you will be transferred back to your hotel by an air-conditioned vehicle. This tour includes a qualified Egyptologist tour guide, transport by air-conditioned vehicle, all entrance fees for the mentioned sites, hotel pick up and drop off, and excludes any extra not mentioned.

    What's included

    Included

    • Hotel pickup and drop-off
    • Transport by air-conditioned vehicle
    • Private tour
    • All entrance fees for the mentioned sites
    • Qualified Egyptologist guide

    Not included

    • Entrance fees to the tomb of Tutankhamun ( EGP300.00) (optional)
    • Gratuities

    What you'll see and do

    1. Luxor Travels

      In the morning you will be picked up from your hotel in central Luxor or harbor by an air-conditioned vehicle for a full guided trip of about 5 hours. First you will be transported to the Necropolis of Thebes, the Valley of the Kings on the West Bank of Luxor. This ancient necropolis is a must-see for Luxor travelers. It consists of tombs embedded in the mountain Thebes. Here you visit 3 tombs of various dynasties. Your Egyptologist tour guide will be on hand to recommend and advise you as to which tombs to visit. After visiting the tombs you will be transported to the Temple of Ramses III (Medinet Habu). Medinet Habu consists of a palace and a town enclosed within a defensive wall. Entry is through the High Gate, or Migdol, which in appearance resembles a citadel. Aterwards, you will be taken to see the Colossi of Memnon, the two largest ancient statues in Egypt, which date back to the era of King Amenhotep III. At every site you will get information from your Egyptologist tour guide and you will get free time to explore the ancient monuments by yourself. After touring the sites you will be transferred back to your hotel by an air-conditioned vehicle. This tour includes a qualified Egyptologist tour guide, transport by air-conditioned vehicle, all entrance fees for the mentioned sites, hotel pick up and drop off, and excludes any extra not mentioned and tipping for guide and driver.

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    2. Valley of the Kings

      In the morning you will be picked up from your hotel in central Luxor or harbor by an air-conditioned vehicle for a full guided trip of about 5 hours. First you will be transported to the Necropolis of Thebes, the Valley of the Kings on the West Bank of Luxor. This ancient necropolis is a must-see for Luxor travelers. There you visit four royal tombs, including the Tomb of Ramses, the Tomb of Horemheb, the Tomb of Merenptah

      120 minutes here · Admission included

    3. Tomb of Merenptah

      In Egyptian mythology, Ptah is the demiurge of Memphis, god of craftsmen and architects. In the or simply in its falcon form of the new deity, began to be placed in tombs to accompany and protect the dead on their journey to the West of Luxor .Tomb 8, which is located in the Valley of the Kings, was the burial place of the Pharaoh Merneptah and is the model of royal tombs Merneptah was a son of Ramesses II and Queen Isis-Nofret.the tomb was discovered by Howard Carter in 1903. Of coursethere is a material decrease in the number of lateral rooms, and a dramatic increase in the height of the corridors and rooms. He did away with the jogged axis used since the time of Horemheb and instead built the entire tomb on a single axis. Also, for the first time, the entrance was made considerably wider than earlier tombs .

      25 minutes here · Admission included

    4. Tomb of King Tutankhamun (Tut)

      Entrance fees to the tomb of Tutankhamun ( EGP250.00) (optional)

      20 minutes here · Admission not included

    5. Tomb of Ramses III

      The tomb of Ramesses III, designated as KV 11, is a complex system in the Valley of the Kings. It has been known since antiquity,the wonderful decorations include colourful painted sunken reliefs featuring the traditional ritual texts (Litany of Ra, Book of Gates etc) and Ramses before the gods. Unusual here are the secular scenes, in the small side rooms of the entrance corridor, showing foreign tributes, such as highly detailed pottery imported from the Aegean, the royal armoury, boats and, in the last of these side chambers, the blind harpists that gave the tomb one of its alternative names: ‘Tomb of the Harpers’

      25 minutes here · Admission included

    6. Temple of Medinat Habu

      After visiting the tombs you will be transported to the Temple of Ramses III (Medinet Habu). Medinet Habu consists of a palace and a town enclosed within a defensive wall. Entry is through the High Gate, or Migdol, which in appearance resembles a citadel. Aterwards, you will be taken to see the Colossi of Memnon,

      60 minutes here · Admission included

    7. Colossi of Memnon

      After visiting the tombs you will be transported to the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut (Deir el Bahari), the only woman ever to reign over Egypt as Pharaoh. This queen was an ancestor of King Tutankhamun and belonged to the same dynasty. Afterwards, you will be taken to see the Colossi of Memnon, the two largest ancient statues in Egypt which date back to the era of King Amenhotep III. He was the father of King Akhenaten and grandfather of King Tut. At every site you will get information from your Egyptologist tour guide and you will get free time to explore the ancient monuments by yourself. After touring the sites you will be transferred back to your hotel by an air-conditioned vehicle.

      15 minutes here · Admission included

    Where it starts and ends

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is included for all travelers.

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    ar, en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Luxor Travels

    Know before you go

    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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    Traveler reviews

    2 verified traveler reviews for Private Day Trip to West Bank Valley of the Kings Temple of (Medinet Habu). Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    Robert_H · September 2017

    My tour of the Valley of the Kings...

    <p>My tour of the Valley of the Kings and the Habu Temple was great! I was met at my hotel in the morning by my driver Said and my guide Ragab. They did a very good job both with the driving and the tours! Rajab is very knowledgeable about Ancient Egypt... highly recommended!</p>

    via Viator

    Rajdeep S · July 2015

    Our tour here was perfect. Our guide...

    <p>Our tour here was perfect. Our guide was kind, helpful and very knowledgeable. We recommend this to everyone. Luxor is completely safe. We felt at home. Ballon ride was organized by our guide, and he was so helpful in getting this for us as we had not planned this. He made sure we got a ride and at a very good price. Must do!</p>

    via Viator

    Good to know

    Duration
    5 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Hotel pickup
    Included for all travelers
    Booked in 30 days
    1
    Verdict
    Solid Choice

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by Luxor Travels, who run 13 experiences we rank across 3 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 60.8.

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    Why this scores 60

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)90
    Review evidence (18% weight)21
    Booking momentum (14% weight)16
    Value for money (12% weight)54
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)52
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Private Day Trip to West Bank Valley of the Kings Temple of (Medinet Habu): questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Luxor.

    How much does Private Day Trip to West Bank Valley of the Kings Temple of (Medinet Habu) cost?

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    Prices start at $50 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Luxor usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Private Day Trip to West Bank Valley of the Kings Temple of (Medinet Habu) take?

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    Plan for about 5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Luxor is not rushed.

    Is Private Day Trip to West Bank Valley of the Kings Temple of (Medinet Habu) worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 60 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 2 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Luxor, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Private Day Trip to West Bank Valley of the Kings Temple of (Medinet Habu)?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Private Day Trip to West Bank Valley of the Kings Temple of (Medinet Habu) suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Private Day Trip to West Bank Valley of the Kings Temple of (Medinet Habu)?

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    Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Luxor can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Luxor and add a light layer if any part of the 5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Private Day Trip to West Bank Valley of the Kings Temple of (Medinet Habu) start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Luxor within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Luxor?

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    On Outty we rank every Luxor experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Private Half Day Luxor Tour Valley of Kings & Queens, Hatshepsut, Full Day Tour to East and West Banks of Luxor (Private), Full Day Tour of Luxor private. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Luxor?

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    Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Luxor?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

    What is included in Private Day Trip to West Bank Valley of the Kings Temple of (Medinet Habu)?

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    Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off; Transport by air-conditioned vehicle; Private tour; All entrance fees for the mentioned sites; and Qualified Egyptologist guide. Not included: Entrance fees to the tomb of Tutankhamun ( EGP300.00) (optional); and Gratuities. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Does Private Day Trip to West Bank Valley of the Kings Temple of (Medinet Habu) include hotel pickup?

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    Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 17 listed pickup locations in and around Luxor. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.

    What languages is Private Day Trip to West Bank Valley of the Kings Temple of (Medinet Habu) offered in?

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    It is offered in Arabic and English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Private Day Trip to West Bank Valley of the Kings Temple of (Medinet Habu)?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    What happens to Private Day Trip to West Bank Valley of the Kings Temple of (Medinet Habu) if the weather is bad?

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    It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Luxor. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.

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