The Super Luxor with the Valley of the Queens

The Super Luxor with the Valley of the Queens excursion offers a unique journey through one of Egypt’s richest historical and cultural legacies. During this carefully planned tour, you will visit some of the most important landmarks of Ancient Egypt, including the Karnak Temple, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, the Colossi of Memnon, and the Valley of the Queens, one of the highlights of the excursion.

The Valley of the Queens is the final resting place of the wives and children of the pharaohs, as well as other noble women of ancient times. This remarkable site is known for its distinctive tomb architecture and its fascinating history. Professional guides will share the legends and stories surrounding this sacred area, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the atmosphere of Ancient Egypt’s grandeur.

The Super Luxor with the Valley of the Queens tour starts early in the morning, usually around 4:30 a.m., depending on the location of your hotel. The one-way journey takes approximately 4.5 hours from the first police checkpoint in Safaga, located about 30 km from Hurghada.

After passing the checkpoint, the bus continues for about one hour through the Red Sea mountain area until a midway rest stop. During this break, guests can have breakfast and use the restroom. Breakfast boxes should be requested in advance from the hotel and taken along for the tour. Small change is recommended for restroom use, and warm clothing is advised during the winter season.

Around 8:30 a.m., arrival in the Nile Valley, where you can observe authentic Egyptian daily life. By approximately 9:30 a.m., arrival in Luxor, where the first part of the program begins on the east bank of the Nile, known as the “City of the Living.”

Here, you will visit the Karnak Temple, the largest architectural monument of the ancient world and one of the greatest temple complexes ever built. In the southern section of the complex, you will see the Sacred Lake and the famous scarab beetle, which, according to ancient legend, is believed to grant wishes.

Afterward, a tasty lunch will be served at a restaurant with an open buffet. Drinks are not included.

The tour then continues to the west bank of the Nile, the “City of the Dead,” where the second part of the program takes place. The first stop on the west bank is the Valley of the Dead, home to funerary temples and tombs that attract visitors with their mystery and historical significance.

Next, you will visit the Colossi of Memnon, two massive statues standing 18 meters high and weighing over 700 tons each. These iconic monuments are the first major attraction seen on the west bank of the Nile.

Following this, the tour proceeds to the Valley of the Queens, where beautifully decorated tombs of the wives and children of the pharaohs were discovered. These tombs were carved deep into the desert rock and are known for their rich decoration and historical value.

You will then visit the mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, carved directly into the rock cliffs. The temple’s main architectural feature consists of three terraces built one above the other, each containing open courtyards, colonnaded halls, and sanctuaries hidden within the mountain. Queen Hatshepsut is one of the most remarkable figures in Ancient Egyptian history and is remembered as a strong and powerful ruler.

The excursion ends around 5:00 p.m. on the west bank of the Nile. Afterward, you will travel by bus to the east bank to depart Luxor no later than 6:00 p.m., in accordance with police regulations.

At the end of the day, you will be transferred back to your hotel in Hurghada. Return to the hotel is expected between 9:00 p.m. and 11:00 p.m., depending on the hotel’s location.

Please note: All bus movements during the tour are under police control, and police procedures may directly affect travel times.

• The excursion must be booked at least one day in advance.
• Payment is made at the beginning of the trip, and no prepayment is required.
• We operate legally and obtain all official permits and documents from the tourist police for our guests traveling from Hurghada to Luxor or Cairo.
  Therefore, when booking an excursion to Luxor or Cairo, please send us the full names of all participants so we can arrange the necessary travel permits and documents in advance.
• Please bring drinking water and a breakfast box.
  Breakfast boxes can be ordered from the hotel reception or restaurant one day before the excursion
• Small change is recommended for restroom stops along the way.
  The bus is equipped with a restroom; however, for passenger comfort, we kindly ask that it be used only in emergency situations. The restroom key is held by the driver.
• Any optional visits not included in the program, such as additional tombs, islands, Nile activities, or souvenirs offered by the guide in Luxor, are available only upon request and are paid separately to the guide. These activities are optional and not mandatory.