Start your Luxor West Bank tour with a private boat ride across the Nile. Awaiting you are well-prepared bicycles and your guide, ready to set the tone for a remarkable day. Kick off with a hearty traditional upper Egyptian breakfast, and try the best falafel sandwiches in Luxor while you are sitting in a typical Egyptian coffee shop .
Pedal to the Valley of the Kings
The Luxor bike tour takes you through lush fields, where life unfolds with farmers at work, their cattle and children playing and enjoy the beautiful breeze early morning passing by many of the beautiful archeological sites to find yourself at sudden getting closer to valley of the kings, where the scenery will totally change to be a rocky mountain and crystal clear blue sky
This valley served as the final resting place for royalty, their tombs hewn deep into the rock and adorned with intricate murals depicting scenes of the afterlife. Today, you can descend into select tombs, witnessing firsthand the remarkable preservation of these ancient artworks. While many tombs were looted in antiquity, the discovery of Tutankhamun’s near-intact tomb in 1922 ignited global fascination with Egyptology. Note: Access to certain tombs, including Tutankhamun’s, Seti I and Ramses V & VI, may require separate tickets.
Temple of Hatshepsut
At the end of the tour of the Valley of the Kings, we will take the bikes and start cycling to The Temple of Hatshepsut, which stands as a stunning monument to Egypt’s only female pharaoh. Its grand colonnades and terraces merge harmoniously with the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari, creating a vision of architectural brilliance. As you walk its paths, you’ll sense the ambition and power of a ruler who defied conventions, leaving behind a legacy etched in stone. The temple’s intricate carvings narrate tales of divine birth and trade expeditions, making it a compelling highlight of your Luxor West Bank tour.
Lunch Break: A Taste of Home-Cooked Egypt
Pause for a lunch break at a locally run eatery that’s a gem of the west bank Luxor tour. Homemade dishes brimming with authentic flavors provide a delightful respite. This culinary stop highlights the heartwarming essence of Egyptian hospitality.
Temple of Medinet Habu
After lunch, we will go to visit The Temple of Medinet Habu, which was built by Ramses III, is renowned for its vibrant reliefs that remain vivid even today. This sprawling complex served as both a mortuary temple and a fortress, reflecting the splendor of Ramses III’s reign. Walking through its towering gateways and intricately carved walls, you’ll uncover stories of triumphs, rituals, and everyday life, all preserved in remarkable detail. Medinet Habu is a masterpiece that showcases the artistic and cultural richness of ancient Egypt.
Stop at the Colossi of Memnon
Before concluding your tour, pause at the Colossi of Memnon, two massive stone statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III that have stood guard for millennia. They are a favorite spot for photographs and a fitting end to your exploration of Luxor’s West Bank.
At the end, we will cycle to the Nile, where the private boat will be waiting for us to go to the eastern side of the Nile and drive back to the hotel.
