Your two-day trip from Soma Bay to Luxor begins with a private transfer.
Day 1: Luxor East Bank Attractions
Morning Pickup and Transfer to Luxor
A private, air-conditioned car will pick you up from your Soma Bay hotel. We then drive to Luxor. Here, you’ll start exploring the city’s wonders.
Karnak Temple: Home of the Gods
First, discover the Karnak Temple. This complex was the heart of ancient Egyptian religious life. Construction began in 2055 BC and continued until 100 AD. Karnak is one of the largest open-air museums on Earth. It holds 25 temples, shrines, sanctuaries, colossal obelisks, and incredible statues. These honor deities like the Theban Triad, Isis, Osiris, Sobek, and Ptah.
Luxor Temple: Essence of Ancient Civilization
Next, explore Luxor Temple. It showcases the beautiful essence of ancient Egyptian civilization. You can explore this ancient center of the Opet festival, founded around 1400 BCE by Pharaoh Amenhotep III. It honored the god Amun.
Lunch on a Nile Island
Enjoy lunch served on a special island. You will board a boat to reach it.
Hotel Check-in
After lunch, check into your 5-star hotel.
Karnak Sound & Light Show: Ancient Tales Awakened
In the evening, experience the magical Sound & Light Show at Karnak. Monuments come alive from their deep sleep. Tales of ancient Egypt unfold with vibrant colors and captivating sounds. Discover secrets and wonders created ages ago.
Overnight Stay
Then, return to your hotel for the night.
Day 2: Luxor West Bank Attractions
Breakfast & Hotel Checkout
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel. After breakfast, you will check out.
Luxor West Bank Exploration
A private, air-conditioned car will take you across the Nile. Your professional private tour guide will accompany you. We begin exploring the wonders of Luxor’s West Bank.
Valley of the Kings: Royal Resting Place
First, delve into the Valley of the Kings. This legendary site is buried deep within a mountain. It served as the final resting place for New Kingdom rulers (1550-1070 BC). Here lie kings like the entire Ramses Dynasty, Seti I, and Tutankhamun. Out of 63 tombs, 20 are royal tombs. They are filled with incredible treasures and tremendous decorations. UNESCO declared the valley a World Heritage Site in 1979.
Hatshepsut Temple: A Queen’s Legacy
Next, visit the Hatshepsut Temple. Carved into the mountainside, this legendary temple showcases well-preserved examples of New Kingdom classical architecture. The temple was built in 1479 BC. It honors Queen Hatshepsut’s glorious legacy and achievements. It also pays tribute to the creator sun god Amun.
Colossi of Memnon: Unique Statues
Then, see the Colossi of Memnon. These are truly unique monuments in Luxor. They were rebuilt in 199 AD after damage in 27 BC. The colossi consist of two massive quartzite limestone statues. They stand 18 meters tall. They depict Pharaoh Amenhotep III (1386-1350 BC).
Lunch with a Nile View
Enjoy your lunch at an amazing Nile-view restaurant.
Return to Soma Bay
Finally, we head back to your hotel in Soma Bay. This concludes your two-day excursion to Luxor.
