Overnight Luxor from Port Ghalib Marina

Day 1:

Embark on a 4-hour private transfer from Port Ghalib Marina to Luxor, along the way taking in the panoramic views of barren mountains, flat deserts, and fertile lands. Dive into the history of Upper Egypt guided by your expert. Explore the East Bank temples, including the awe-inspiring Temple of Karnak with its unique Hypostyle Hall, Sacred Lake, and Avenue of the Sphinxes. Enjoy a leisurely lunch at Steigenberger Nile Palace before checking in. In the late afternoon, delve into the mystique of Luxor Temple, also known as "Ipet resyt." Spending the night in Luxor.

Day 2: 

Start your day with an early breakfast and venture to Luxor's West Bank. Explore the Valley of the Kings, also known as the Valley of the Gates of the Kings.
This iconic site served as the royal burial ground for nearly 500 years during
the New Kingdom period, from the Eighteenth to the Twentieth Dynasties. Carved
into the cliffs of a desert wadi on the west bank of the Nile—directly across
from ancient Thebes (modern-day Luxor)—this sacred valley is the final resting
place of pharaohs and powerful nobles. Nestled within the Theban Necropolis, the Valley is home to
some of the most beautifully decorated tombs in Egypt, showcasing intricate
wall paintings and hieroglyphs that have survived thousands of years. Capture the monumental Colossi of Memnon, guardians of Amenhotep III's memorial temple. Afterwards, cross to the East Bank, enjoying lunch before checking out of your hotel. Your adventure concludes with a return to Port Ghalib, leaving you with the memories of Egypt's wonders.

Valley of the Kings:

Your Main Entry Ticket Includes Access to 3 of the
Following Open Tombs:

• KV1
  (Ramesses VII)


• KV2
  (Ramesses IV)


• KV6
  (Ramesses IX)


• KV8
  (Merenptah)


• KV14
  (Tausert & Setnakht)


• KV15
  (Sety II)


• KV16
  (Ramesses I)


• KV43
  (Thutmose IV)


• KV47
  (Siptah)

Optional Tombs (Available with Additional Ticket
Purchase):

• KV9
  (Ramesses V & VI)


• KV17
  (Seti I)


• KV62
  (Tutankhamun)

Languages:

French, English, German, Spanish, and Arabic. Chinese and
Greek are available upon request and subject to availability.

Timetable:
Start Disembarkation.    30 min
Depart from Port Ghalib, heading to Luxor.    240 min
Visit Karnak Temple    120 min
Heading to the hotel Nile Palace Luxor Hotel.    15 min
Serving lunch at Steigenberger Nile Palace Luxor Hotel.    45 min
Heading to Luxor Temple.    15 min
Visit Luxor temple.    90 min
Return to your hotel overnight.    30 min
Day 2:
Visit the Valley of the Kings.    120 min
Short stop for a photo opportunity at the Colossi of Memnon.    15 min
Heading to the hotel Nile Palace Luxor Hotel.    15 min
Serving lunch at Steigenberger Nile Palace Luxor Hotel.    45 min
Estimated arrival at Port Ghalib Marina.    240 min