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Description

You will be picked up by a local expert tour guide from your Luxor (Hotel, Nile Cruise, Train station, Airport) and drive to visit the Valley of the Kings on the west bank of Luxor. The Valley of the Queens, known as Ta-Set-Neferu “the place of beauty”. The valley served as a necropolis for the tombs of royal family members and the elite, with about 90 tombs belonging to Queens and princes of the ancient Egyptian New Kingdom (1550-1070 BC). Whilst here, you can visit the tomb of Queen Nefertari (Extra Ticket on spot) Proceed to the two Colossi of Memnon, the twin statues depict Amenhotep III in a seated position, his hands resting on his knees and his gaze facing eastwards towards the Nile River. Two shorter figures are carved into the front throne alongside his legs: these are his wife Tiy and mother Mutemwiya. Enjoy your lunch in a breathtaking Nile View restaurant and then transfer back to your (Hotel, Nile Cruise, Train station, Airport)

Tour Options

Valley Of The Queens 5 Hours Tour With Lunch

Pickup included

Itinerary

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You will be picked up by a local expert tour guide from your Luxor (Hotel, Nile Cruise, Train station, Airport) and drive to visit the Valley of the Kings on the west bank of Luxor. The Valley of the Queens, known as Ta-Set-Neferu “the place of beauty”. The valley served as a necropolis for the tombs of royal family members and the elite, with about 90 tombs belonging to Queens and princes of the ancient Egyptian New Kingdom (1550-1070 BC). Whilst here, you can visit the tomb of Queen Nefertari (Extra Ticket on spot) Proceed to the two Colossi of Memnon, the twin statues depict Amenhotep III in a seated position, his hands resting on his knees and his gaze facing eastwards towards the Nile River. Two shorter figures are carved into the front throne alongside his legs: these are his wife Tiy and mother Mutemwiya. Enjoy your lunch in a breathtaking Nile View restaurant and then transfer back to your (Hotel, Nile Cruise, Train station, Airport)

Highlights

Qualified Egyptologist tour guide
All transfers by private air-conditioned Car
Lunch
Pick up and return services

What's included

Included

Qualified Egyptologist tour guide

All transfers by private air-conditioned Car

Lunch

Pick up and return services

Not included

Tipping (recommended)

Any extras not mentioned in the itinerary

Important Information

Wheelchair accessible
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Children must be accompanied by an adult