Luxor West Bank Tour with Felucca Ride
Luxor West Bank Tour with Felucca Ride
Royal Tombs, Hatshepsut Temple and a Two-Hour Nile Sail
The Luxor West Bank Tour with Felucca Ride combines the royal treasures of ancient Thebes with a peaceful sailing experience on the Nile. Visit the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple and the Mummification Museum before relaxing aboard a traditional felucca.
Local experts since 2007 • Private guided tour • No compulsory shopping stops
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Luxor West Bank Tour with Felucca Ride Itinerary
Explore the royal monuments of Luxor, discover ancient mummification and finish with a relaxing Nile journey.
Stop 1Hotel or Nile Cruise Pickup
Meet your private Egyptologist and driver+
Begin your private Luxor day tour
Your guide and driver meet you at your Luxor hotel or Nile cruise. Travel in a private air-conditioned vehicle to the West Bank, the great burial ground of ancient Thebes.
Stop 2Valley of the Kings
Royal tombs of the New Kingdom+
Walk through Egypt’s royal necropolis
Visit the Valley of the Kings, where pharaohs including Tutankhamun and powerful Ramesside rulers were buried. Your standard admission ticket normally includes entry to three tombs selected from those open on the day.
Special tombs such as Tutankhamun, Seti I and Ramesses V–VI require separate tickets and may be added upon request.
Stop 3Temple of Queen Hatshepsut
Terraced temple at Deir el-Bahari+
Discover the story of Egypt’s female pharaoh
Continue to Hatshepsut Temple, built against the dramatic cliffs of Deir el-Bahari. Explore its terraces, colonnades and reliefs while learning how Queen Hatshepsut presented her reign and divine birth.
Stop 4Mummification Museum
Ancient beliefs and preservation techniques+
Understand the journey to the afterlife
Return to central Luxor and visit the Mummification Museum. Its carefully presented collection introduces the religious meaning of mummification in Ancient Egypt, the materials and tools used, and the preservation of human and animal remains.
Stop 5Lunch at a Local Restaurant
Freshly prepared Egyptian meal+
Relax between the visits and the Nile sail
Enjoy lunch at a selected local restaurant. Vegetarian food can be arranged when requested in advance. Restaurant beverages are not included.
Stop 6Two-Hour Felucca Ride
Traditional sailing on the Nile+
See Luxor from the water
Board a traditional felucca for an approximately two-hour sail on the Nile. Relax with bottled water and soft drinks as the boat passes river islands, palm-lined banks and views of Luxor. Sailing time and route depend on wind and river conditions.
Stop 7Return to Your Hotel or Cruise
Private drop-off in Luxor+
End of the Luxor West Bank Tour with Felucca Ride
After your Nile experience, return to your Luxor hotel or Nile cruise.
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Highlights of the Luxor West Bank Tour with Felucca Ride
From royal tombs and monumental architecture to the Nile’s timeless scenery.
Valley of the Kings
Enter selected royal tombs and learn about New Kingdom funerary traditions.
Explore the West Bank →
Hatshepsut Temple
Explore the terraces and reliefs of one of ancient Egypt’s most distinctive temples.
Discover West Bank Sites →
Mummification Museum
See preserved remains, coffins and materials connected with ancient burial rituals.
Explore Luxor →
Two-Hour Felucca Ride
Unwind aboard a traditional sailing boat and enjoy the riverside scenery.
See More Nile Experiences →Luxor West Bank Tour with Felucca Ride Prices
Prices are per person and decrease when travellers share the same private guide and vehicle.
Special tomb tickets are not included. Felucca timing and route depend on wind and river conditions.
Why Choose This Luxor Tour?
A balanced private day combining archaeology, culture and a peaceful Nile experience.
Private Egyptologist
Explore Luxor with historical context and personal attention.
Royal Tombs
Visit selected tombs included with the standard Valley of the Kings ticket.
Three Cultural Sites
Combine the Valley, Hatshepsut Temple and Mummification Museum.
Two-Hour Nile Sail
Relax on a private traditional felucca after sightseeing.
No Shopping Stops
Your time is dedicated to the itinerary unless you request otherwise.
Private Transfers
Hotel or cruise pickup and return in an air-conditioned vehicle.
Tour Inclusions and Exclusions
Everything listed clearly for your private day in Luxor.
The Price Includes
- Pickup and drop-off from your Luxor hotel or Nile cruise
- Private air-conditioned vehicle and driver
- Private English-speaking Egyptologist guide
- Standard entrance tickets to the listed sites
- Two-hour felucca ride, subject to sailing conditions
- Lunch at a local restaurant
- Bottled water and soft drinks during the felucca ride
- Taxes and service charges
The Price Does Not Include
- Special tomb tickets in the Valley of the Kings
- Restaurant beverages
- Personal expenses
- Gratuities
- Travel insurance
- Anything not mentioned as included
Prepare for Your Luxor West Bank and Felucca Tour
Plan for both desert archaeological sites and time on the Nile.
Sun Protection
Bring a hat, sunglasses and sunscreen for the exposed West Bank sites.
Flexible Sailing
The felucca route and duration may change according to wind and river conditions.
Photography Rules
Follow current instructions at tombs and museums; restrictions may apply.
Luxor West Bank Tour with Felucca Ride FAQ
Useful answers before booking your private Luxor experience.
Tour Organisation
Which sites are visited?+
The planned visits are the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple and Mummification Museum, followed by a traditional felucca ride.
Is this a private tour?+
Yes. Your vehicle, driver, guide and felucca arrangements are private for your party.
How long does the tour take?+
Allow approximately seven to eight hours, depending on traffic, tomb openings and sailing conditions.
Which Valley of the Kings tombs are included?+
The standard ticket normally includes three tombs selected from those open on the day. Openings are controlled by the antiquities authorities.
Are special tombs included?+
No. Tutankhamun, Seti I and Ramesses V–VI require separate tickets when open.
Is the felucca ride always exactly two hours?+
Two hours is planned, but the final route and duration depend on wind, river conditions and navigation instructions.
Is lunch included?+
Yes. Lunch at a local restaurant is included; beverages during the meal are excluded.
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