
Tour to The East &West Bank of the Nile Visiting Luxor-Karnak-Hatshepsut Temples
Traveler rating
4.9/5
Based on 24 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Tour to The East &West Bank of the Nile Visiting Luxor-Karnak-Hatshepsut Temples worth booking?
Tour to The East &West Bank of the Nile Visiting Luxor-Karnak-Hatshepsut Temples is a 8-hour experience in Luxor, Egypt, from $69 per person. It scores 72 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 24 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 72 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (24)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $69 per person
See the most famous sites around Luxor on both sides of the river in one day. Visit Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple on the East bank and then see the Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut Temple on the West bank.
What you get
About this experience
See the most famous sites around Luxor on both sides of the river in one day. Visit Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple on the East bank and then see the Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut Temple on the West bank.
What's included
Included
- All service charges & taxes
- Pick up services from your hotel in Luxor and return
- lunch at a good quality restaurant
- All transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicle
- Private tour guide
- Bottled water on board the vehicle during the tour
Not included
- Any extras not mentioned in the itinerary
- Tipping
- Entry ticket to Tutankhamen Tomb
- beverages and water during lunch.
What you'll see and do
Valley of the Kings
Sun Pyramids Tours representative will pick you up from your hotel in Luxor and transfer to the west bank where you will visit the Valley of the Kings, the magnificence of the grandeur of architecture which was used for burial, there are many kings buried in this valley. The most known tombs are King Tutmosis I, Tutmosis III, Tut-Ankh-Amon, King Ramssess VI, King Mrenptah and AmonhotepII.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Temple of Hatshepsut
Move on to visit the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, which was built by Queen Hatshepsut, daughter of Thutmosis I, who ruled Egypt about 20 years during the 18th Dynasty (approximately 1490-1469 B.C), the only pharaonic woman who reigned ancient Egypt.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Colossi of Memnon
You will pass by the colossi of Memnon which are remains of the mortuary temple of Amenhotep III.
60 minutes here · Admission included
The Karnak Temple
Continue driving to the east bank of Luxor to enjoy having your lunch at a local restaurant, before moving to visit Karnak Temples, the greatest example of worship in the history, dedicated to the God Amon, his wife Mut and their son Khonsu.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Luxor Temple
End your tour by visiting the Temple Of Luxor, it was built by Amunhotep III in 18th Dynasty in the New Kingdom and it was completed by Ramesses II during the 19th Dynasty. Later you will be driven Back to your hotel in Luxor.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
Guide Languages option 1
Option 1: English and Arabic Guide Pickup included
Guide Languages option 2
Option 2: French, Spanish, Italian, German Guide. Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- ar, de, zh-TW, ru, pt, el, ja, en, it, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Sun Pyramids Tours
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 24 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
10 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
9 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Organization
4 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Food and drink
3 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Small groups
2 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Traveler reviews
24 verified traveler reviews for Tour to The East &West Bank of the Nile Visiting Luxor-Karnak-Hatshepsut Temples. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
ESLAM REALLY SUPER GUIDE (SUNPYRAMIDS NOT VERY GOOD!)
We had a wonderful experience with Eslam as our tour guide in Egypt. He is extremely knowledgeable, well-prepared, and very efficient in organizing and planning all the visits. Everything was smooth, well-timed, and interesting thanks to his professionalism. We truly enjoyed every moment and felt well taken care of throughout the trip. Highly recommended — great job, Eslam! Tomas Tobia and Sofia (Italy)
via Tripadvisor
Luxor Explorations
We coordinated the trip with Ezzat of Sun Pyramid Tours, who was very helpful and provided great communication. We were picked up at our hotel and taken to Cairo station for an over night train to Luxor. The guide stayed with us to ensure we boarded the correct train. We were collected at Luxor station and taken on a personal guided tour. The transportation on both sides of the train ride was very comfortable although the overnight train ( nothing to do with sun pyramid tours) was best described as an “experience” ( get lots of sleep before the rides and check other reviews of the journey to prepare yourself). The tour day around the Luxor sites was excellent and our guide, Adel was brilliant, both translating hieroglyphics and telling the history and stories behind the monuments made it unforgettable. He was entertaining and welcoming. Lunch was included and very good. We were then dropped off back to the station for the return trip, again accompanied until the train arrived, then collected by welcoming sun pyramid tours staff back in Cairo and dropped off at the hotel. An excellent family trip and would recommend Sun Pyramid Tours to anyone wants to have a personal and professional tour service.
via Tripadvisor
Amazing Luxor trip with Sun Pyramids Tours
We had an amazing 2 day trip all girls trip with Sun Pyramids. Our guide Islam was very informative with interesting story telling skills. We thoroughly enjoyed the trip at our own pace. Overall very professional, on time and excellent service by Sun Pyramids. We highly recommend them and will definitely use their services for other tours in Egypt.
via Tripadvisor
A wonderful day with Sun Pyramids Tour - Hot air balloon ride over Luxor and a private trip to Dendera and Abydos
Me and my friend spent a very nice day in and around Luxor with the Sun Pyramids Tour. Right in the morning we went on a hot air sunrise balloon ride over the West Bank of Luxor. The ballon ride - timing, route and time in the air, ... all was perfect. The ballon itself as well as the pilot made a very good and professional impression. Afterwards, me and my friend went on a private excursion to Dendera and Abydos and back to Luxor. The trip was very well and professionally organized - from the safe private transfer with a nice driver and a very clean car to an excellent guide Mansour, who had an incredibly deep knowledge and spoke very good English, to the great program with a tasty lunch - everything worked out perfectly. We also found it very positive that we never felt stressed and that we had enough time for both temples both for excellent and detailled guided tours and for free exploration, even though the day was full of a program (as we requested). Highly recommended!
via Tripadvisor
Fun with the pharaohs
I did the West Bank (Valley of Kings, Hatshepsut Temple) & evening Karnak light show tour. Enjoyed it all, worth it, lunch was good. My history guide Samah was excellent, knows the sites very well, helped make it come alive. I did a second day tour with her also, to Edfu & Kom Ombo tenples in Southern Nile Valley, also recommended. Sun Pyramids are pros, been doing this a long time, not the cheapest but not a ripoff either.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $69 to $798
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 8
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Who runs this experience
Operated by Sun Pyramids Tours, who run 26 experiences we rank across 6 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 49.2.
See everything Sun Pyramids Tours runsWhy this scores 72
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Tour to The East &West Bank of the Nile Visiting Luxor-Karnak-Hatshepsut Temples: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Luxor.
How much does Tour to The East &West Bank of the Nile Visiting Luxor-Karnak-Hatshepsut Temples cost?
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Prices start at $69 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 Tour to The East &West Bank of the Nile Visiting Luxor-Karnak-Hatshepsut Temples take?
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Plan for about 8 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 Tour to The East &West Bank of the Nile Visiting Luxor-Karnak-Hatshepsut Temples worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 72 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 24 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 Tour to The East &West Bank of the Nile Visiting Luxor-Karnak-Hatshepsut Temples?
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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 Tour to The East &West Bank of the Nile Visiting Luxor-Karnak-Hatshepsut Temples suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Tour to The East &West Bank of the Nile Visiting Luxor-Karnak-Hatshepsut Temples?
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Around 8 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 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Tour to The East &West Bank of the Nile Visiting Luxor-Karnak-Hatshepsut Temples 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), Private Half day Tour to West bank. 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 Tour to The East &West Bank of the Nile Visiting Luxor-Karnak-Hatshepsut Temples?
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Included: All service charges & taxes; Pick up services from your hotel in Luxor and return; lunch at a good quality restaurant; All transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicle; and Private tour guide. Not included: Any extras not mentioned in the itinerary; Tipping; Entry ticket to Tutankhamen Tomb; and beverages and water during lunch. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Tour to The East &West Bank of the Nile Visiting Luxor-Karnak-Hatshepsut Temples include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 174 listed pickup locations in and around Luxor. Be ready about 30 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is Tour to The East &West Bank of the Nile Visiting Luxor-Karnak-Hatshepsut Temples offered in?
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It is offered in Arabic, German, Chinese, Russian, Portuguese, Greek, Japanese, English, Italian, French and Spanish. 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 Tour to The East &West Bank of the Nile Visiting Luxor-Karnak-Hatshepsut Temples?
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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.
Is Tour to The East &West Bank of the Nile Visiting Luxor-Karnak-Hatshepsut Temples wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; Transportation options are wheelchair accessible; and All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Tour to The East &West Bank of the Nile Visiting Luxor-Karnak-Hatshepsut Temples 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.
What do travelers say about Tour to The East &West Bank of the Nile Visiting Luxor-Karnak-Hatshepsut Temples?
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Across 24 reviews averaging 4.9 out of 5, recurring themes include knowledge and storytelling, the guide, organization. Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
What booking options are available for Tour to The East &West Bank of the Nile Visiting Luxor-Karnak-Hatshepsut Temples?
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There are 2 options to choose from, including Guide Languages option 1, Guide Languages option 2. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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