Luxor Museum and West Bank Tour
Luxor Museum and West Bank Tour
Private Full-Day Tour with an Expert Egyptologist
The Luxor Museum and West Bank Tour combines beautifully displayed ancient artefacts with the Ramesseum, three royal tombs in the Valley of the Kings and the Colossi of Memnon. Discover museum masterpieces and monumental archaeology in one comfortable private day.
Local experts since 2007 • Private Egyptologist • No compulsory shopping stops
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Luxor Museum and West Bank Tour Itinerary
Explore a carefully selected museum collection and three essential West Bank monuments with private transport, entrance tickets, lunch and an Egyptologist.
Stop 1Hotel, Cruise or Airport Pickup
Meet your guide and driver+
Start your private Luxor day tour
First, your Egyptologist and driver meet you at your Luxor hotel, Nile cruise or Luxor Airport. Travel in a private air-conditioned vehicle to the first visit.
Stop 2Luxor Museum
Masterpieces from ancient Thebes+
A beautifully displayed archaeological collection
Begin at Luxor Museum on the Nile Corniche. See royal statues, temple reliefs, jewellery and selected artefacts from ancient Thebes while your guide explains their historical context.
Stop 3Ramesseum Temple
Memorial temple of Ramesses II+
The house of millions of years
Next, cross to the West Bank and explore the Ramesseum. Admire the fallen colossal statue, Osiride pillars, Battle of Kadesh reliefs and surviving mudbrick granaries.
Stop 4Valley of the Kings
Three standard royal tombs+
Royal tombs of the New Kingdom
Continue to the Valley of the Kings and enter three open tombs included with the standard ticket. Discover colourful religious scenes designed to guide Egypt’s pharaohs into the afterlife.
Stop 5Colossi of Memnon
Monumental statues of Amenhotep III+
Guardians of a lost mortuary temple
Then, stop beside the two colossal seated statues that once stood before the vast memorial temple of Amenhotep III.
Stop 6Lunch at a Local Restaurant
Freshly prepared Egyptian meal+
Lunch in Luxor
Afterwards, enjoy lunch at a selected local restaurant. Vegetarian meals can be arranged when requested in advance.
Stop 7Return Transfer
Hotel, Nile cruise or airport+
End of your private Luxor tour
Finally, return by private vehicle to your Luxor hotel, Nile cruise or Luxor Airport.
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Sites Included in the Luxor Museum and West Bank Tour
Four complementary visits connect museum masterpieces, royal tombs, monumental sculpture and the legacy of Ramesses II.
Luxor Museum
Study carefully displayed masterpieces from temples and archaeological sites around Thebes.
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Ramesseum Temple
See the fallen colossus, royal reliefs, Osiride pillars and ancient granaries.
Explore Ramesseum →
Valley of the Kings
Enter three standard tombs and examine colourful New Kingdom funerary art.
Explore Valley of the Kings →
Colossi of Memnon
Stand beside two monumental statues from a once-vast royal memorial complex.
Explore Colossi of Memnon →Luxor Museum and West Bank Tour Prices
Prices become lower when more travellers share the same private guide and vehicle.
Holiday supplements may apply during Christmas, New Year and Easter. Contact us for the confirmed rate on your date.
Why Choose This Luxor Museum and West Bank Tour?
This private day combines indoor museum treasures with open-air archaeological sites and royal tombs.
Completely Private
Your guide, driver and vehicle are reserved exclusively for your party.
Expert Egyptologist
Connect the museum’s artefacts with the monuments and people who created them.
Varied Experience
Combine a modern museum, royal tombs, a memorial temple and colossal statues.
No Shopping Stops
Your day is dedicated to archaeology unless you request otherwise.
Flexible Pace
The private format allows more time for details, photography and questions.
Local Care
Pickup, standard tickets, water, lunch and essential arrangements are included.
Tour Inclusions and Exclusions
Everything essential is listed for a comfortable and transparent Luxor day tour.
The Price Includes
- Luxor hotel, Nile cruise or airport pickup and drop-off
- Private air-conditioned vehicle and driver
- Private English-speaking Egyptologist
- Standard admission to Luxor Museum, Ramesseum and Valley of the Kings
- Three standard tombs in the Valley of the Kings
- Lunch at a local restaurant
- Bottled water and one soft drink during the tour
- Taxes and service charges
The Price Does Not Include
- Special tombs: Tutankhamun, Seti I and Ramses V & VI
- Photography permits where separately required
- Drinks at the restaurant
- Personal expenses
- Gratuities
- Anything not mentioned as included
Prepare for Your Luxor Museum and West Bank Tour
Follow this practical advice for a comfortable day between the East and West Banks.
Best Start Time
An early morning departure is recommended, particularly during warmer months.
What to Wear
Choose light, modest clothing, comfortable shoes, a hat and sunglasses.
What to Bring
Bring sunscreen, your camera and cash if you want special-entry tomb tickets.
Luxor Museum and West Bank Tour FAQ
Read these useful answers before booking your private Luxor day tour.
Tour Organisation
Is this a private tour?+
Yes. The vehicle, driver and Egyptologist are reserved exclusively for you and your party.
How long does the tour take?+
The tour normally takes around 7–8 hours, depending on pickup location and time spent at each site.
Which Valley of the Kings tombs are included?+
The standard ticket includes three open tombs. The selection follows the official rotation.
Are the special royal tombs included?+
No. Tutankhamun, Seti I and Ramses V & VI require separate special-entry tickets.
Is photography allowed inside Luxor Museum?+
Photography rules can change. Your guide will confirm the current museum policy on the day of the visit.
Can vegetarian lunch be arranged?+
Yes. Please request it when booking.
Can the itinerary order change?+
Yes. Your guide may adjust the order to match opening hours, traffic, weather and crowd levels without removing included visits.
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