Luxor

Luxor – The World’s Greatest Open-Air Museum

Discover Luxor, one of Egypt’s most remarkable archaeological destinations, built on the site of ancient Thebes, capital of the New Kingdom pharaohs.

On the East Bank, explore the impressive Karnak Temple Complex, with its Great Hypostyle Hall, and visit Luxor Temple, linked to Karnak by the restored Avenue of Sphinxes.

On the West Bank, enter the legendary Valley of the Kings, home to more than 60 royal tombs, including King Tutankhamun’s tomb. Continue to the striking Temple of Hatshepsut and the monumental Colossi of Memnon.

Complete the experience with a felucca sunset cruise on the Nile or a longer Nile cruise from Luxor to Aswan.

Highlights: Karnak Temple · Valley of the Kings · Temple of Hatshepsut · Luxor Temple · Avenue of Sphinxes · Colossi of Memnon · Felucca cruise · Nile cruise to Aswan · Tutankhamun’s tomb