Luxor 2-Day Temple Highlights Tour

Duration: 2 Days
Location: Luxor
Tour type: Private
Pickup: Your Hotel in Luxor or Nile cruise
Availability: On request
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Luxor Hidden Temple Tour

The Luxor 2-Day Tour with Dendera and Abydos is perfect for travelers who want more than the main Luxor sites.

Day one visits Luxor’s top highlights. Day two explores Dendera Temple of Hathor and Abydos Temple of Seti I.

Enjoy a private, relaxed tour of Luxor and northern Egypt.

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Why You’ll Love This Tour

  • Combines classic Luxor sites with less-visited northern temples.

  • Offers access to some of Egypt’s best-preserved carvings and colors.

  • Private tour ensures flexibility, personal attention, and immersive experiences.

  • Perfect for travelers seeking a deep cultural, historical, and architectural journey.

Tour Highlights

  • Private 2-day tour combining Luxor East & West Bank sites with Dendera and Abydos Temples.

  • Visit Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, Colossi of Memnon.

  • Explore Dendera Temple of Hathor with its vibrant ceilings and Ptolemaic art.

  • Discover Abydos Temple of Seti I, featuring the famous Abydos King List and exquisite reliefs.

  • Experience a mix of famous highlights and hidden gems, away from large tourist crowds.

What’s included

Private air-conditioned vehicle and professional driver

English-speaking guide (other languages on request)

Entrance fees to all listed temples and sites

Bottled water during the tour

Pickup and drop-off at your Luxor hotel or Nile cruise

All sightseeing and itinerary activities as described

What’s not included

International or domestic flights

Meals and beverages unless specified

Personal expenses (souvenirs, tips, extra activities)

Optional hot air balloon rides if not booked in advance

Itinerary

Day 1
Luxor East & West Bank Highlights

Karnak Temple
Begin your day at Karnak Temple, the largest religious complex in ancient Egypt. Explore the Hypostyle Hall with its towering columns, admire the sacred lake, and marvel at the obelisk-lined avenues. Learn about the temple’s religious and political significance in Thebes.

Luxor Temple
Continue to Luxor Temple, located in the heart of modern Luxor. Discover the temple’s massive pylons, intricate statues, and columns, and learn about the ancient Opet Festival and its role in the city’s religious life.

Valley of the Kings
Cross to the West Bank to explore the Valley of the Kings, the royal necropolis of New Kingdom pharaohs. Visit tombs with richly decorated walls, hieroglyphs, and chambers that reveal ancient burial traditions and afterlife beliefs.

Temple of Queen Hatshepsut
Visit the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir El-Bahari. Built into limestone cliffs, this temple features grand terraces, elegant columns, and detailed reliefs celebrating Egypt’s most successful female pharaoh.

Colossi of Memnon
End Day 1 with a stop at the Colossi of Memnon, two massive statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III, standing for over 3,400 years as silent guardians of the West Bank.

Day 2
Dendera & Abydos Temples Extension

Dendera Temple of Hathor
Travel north to Dendera Temple, dedicated to Hathor, the goddess of love, beauty, and music. Explore the temple’s grand halls, hidden chambers, and exquisite reliefs, including the well-preserved astronomical ceiling and zodiac carvings. The Ptolemaic architecture and peaceful atmosphere make it one of Egypt’s most impressive temples.

Abydos Temple of Seti I
Continue to Abydos Temple, built by Pharaoh Seti I. Discover the Abydos King List, detailing ancient Egyptian rulers, and admire some of the finest and most detailed reliefs in the country. Learn about Abydos’ significance as a sacred site and the burial place of Osiris, god of the afterlife.

Suggestions

  • 👟 Wear comfortable shoes: You’ll be walking on uneven surfaces and climbing temple steps.
  • 🧢 Bring sun protection: Hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen are essential, especially for midday tours.
  • 💧 Carry water: Stay hydrated in Luxor’s heat.
  • 📸 Photography: Most sites allow photos, but check restrictions inside certain tombs or temples.
  • 👗 Dress modestly: Respectful clothing is advised for temple visits.
  • ⏰ Start early: Beat the crowds and enjoy cooler temperatures.
  • 📚 Optional extras: Hire an Egyptologist guide for deeper historical insights.
  • 🧳 Travel lightly: Minimal luggage is best, especially if combining this tour with a Nile cruise.

Tour Pricing

Upon Request.

Prices depend on group size, selected language, and additional customizations. Contact us to receive your detailed quote and secure your private tour.

Kids Policy

0-5 years old
Free of charge (must sit on parents’ lap; separate seats may require extra payment).
6-11 years old
50% of the adult price.
12 years old
Full adult price applies.

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