Half Day Tour of Luxor: Valley of the Queens, Habu Temple, And Valley of the workers (Private)
Explore Luxor’s hidden treasures on this half-day West Bank tour. Visit the Valley of the Queens, where royal wives and children were buried in beautifully painted tombs. Discover the impressive Temple of Ramses III at Medinet Habu, famous for its vivid battle scenes, then explore the Valley of the Workers (Deir el-Medina), home of the artisans who built the royal tombs. Led by an expert Egyptologist guide.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At your hotel
- Your tour begins with convenient pick-up from your hotel or cruise port / airport in Luxor at your chosen time between 8:00 am - 12:00 pm.
Valley of The Queen
Explore the Valley of the Queens, one of Luxor’s most enchanting ancient sites. Known in ancient times as Ta-Set-Neferu—“The Place of Beauty”—this serene valley served as the eternal resting place for royal wives, princesses, and children of the New Kingdom pharaohs. Discover nearly 90 tombs carved into the cliffs, including the breathtaking Tomb of Queen Nefertari, beloved wife of Ramses II, whose brilliantly preserved colors and exquisite scenes reveal the artistry, devotion, and beliefs of ancient Egypt’s royal life and afterlife.
Valley of The workers (Deir El-Medina)
Discover the Valley of the Workers, also known as Deir el-Medina, the ancient village of the craftsmen who built and decorated the royal tombs in the Valley of the Kings and Queens. This well-preserved site offers a rare glimpse into the daily lives of ordinary Egyptians. Explore their small but beautifully painted tombs, temples, and houses, revealing their devotion, skill, and community life. Walk through the same narrow streets where the artisans once lived, prayed, and created the masterpieces of ancient Egypt.
Temple of Medinet Habu
Visit the magnificent Temple of Medinet Habu, built by Pharaoh Ramses III, one of the most impressive and best-preserved temples on Luxor’s West Bank. Famous for its towering walls and vividly colored reliefs, the temple depicts dramatic battle scenes, religious rituals, and royal ceremonies. Explore its grand pylons, courtyards, and chapels as your guide reveals stories of ancient power and devotion, offering a deep insight into Egypt’s New Kingdom splendor.
End of Tour with Opportunity for Pictures
At the end of the tour, enjoy some free time to take photos and capture the beauty of the temple at your own pace. Your guide will be happy to help you find the best spots for memorable pictures before we begin the return journey.
Drop off at your Accommodation
At the end of your journey, relax as we drive you back and drop you off safely at your hotel or chosen accommodation in Luxor—leaving you with wonderful memories of the day.
Ending Point
At your hotel or any other preferable spot in Luxor
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This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Licensed Egyptologist tour guide
Hotel pick up and drop off
Private Transportation (SUV or van, depending on group size)
Fuel, toll, parking fees
Bottle of water during the tour
Service charges & local taxes
Entrance fees of all sightseeing of the tour
Any optional tours
Tipping
Tour Important Information
What to bring
• Comfortable walking shoes
• Sunglasses and a hat
• Sunscreen
• Camera or smartphone
• Light clothing suitable for warm weather
Important message from the supplier
I am available for tours every day of the week.
My tour is covering (can start from) Luxor, Aswan, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Dendera, Abydos and Hurghada. Multi-day tours and Last-minute requests are welcome when possible—simply send me a message and I’ll do my best to accommodate you.
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
About Tour Guide Ali S.
Welcome to Egypt!
My name is Ali, and I am a licensed Egyptologist tour guide with over 5 years of professional experience. Throughout my career, I have developed a deep understanding of travelers’ interests and expectations, allowing me to deliver informative, engaging, and memorable experiences.
It is my pleasure to guide you in my hometown of Luxor, where ancient history comes to life. I also offer guided tours in other remarkable destinations across Egypt, including:
I also offer guided tours in:
● Alexandria
● Cairo & Giza
● White Desert & Oasis
● Aswan & Abu Simbel
● Edfu & Kom Ombo
● Dendera & Abydos
● Dahabiya Nile Cruises
● Private Meditation Tours
● Private Cruise Guided Tours
● Day Trips from Safaga to Luxor
● Day Trips from Hurghada to Luxor
● Day Trips from Marsa Alam to Luxor
● Day Trips from Cairo to Luxor by Flight
Fully Personalized Egypt Tours with an Expert Guide
Please feel free to contact me anytime for:
● Tailor-made trips
● Customized private tours
All tours are fully customized and privately guided to ensure comfort, flexibility, and a high-quality experience. I look forward to welcoming you and sharing the wonders of ancient Egypt with you.
Best regards,
Ali
Reviews
Kate K.
“Amazing tour”
We enjoyed the private tour organized by Ali. The transportation and the guide were excellent
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Ali S.
Thank you so much for your kind words! It was truly a pleasure organizing your private tour. I’m very happy to hear that you enjoyed both the transportation and the guiding experience. I hope to welcome you again for another unforgettable journey in Egypt
Amelie W.
“Had a great experience the first day - booked a second one with Ali”
It is just as the title of this review says - had a great experience with the personalized itinerary Ali planned for me on day one (yesterday) - so a second day followed today. Ali adapted the plans for today twice according to my spontaneous requests and answered all my questions and again I felt very well taken care of. Temples and tombs well explained, having a good laugh or two and never feeling rushed. Thanks Ali!! One can tell that you know what you‘re doing and that you like your job.
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Ali S.
Thank you so much for your kind words, my friend! It truly means a lot to me that you chose to spend a second day exploring with me. I’m really happy you enjoyed the personalized itinerary and that we could adapt everything to match what you wanted to see and experience. That’s always my goal — to make every tour flexible, comfortable, and memorable. I’m glad you felt well taken care of and never rushed, and that we could share some good moments and laughs along the way. It was a real pleasure guiding you through the temples and tombs. You’re always welcome anytime in Luxor — it would be great to see you again!
Amelie W.
“Great personalized day trip ”
Having only 1.5 days for sightseeing in Luxor but a long list of things I wanted to do and see - including some not usually included in „the normal tours“, Ali personalized a perfect itinerary for me. And he also organized my transfer from my previous location to Luxor with a nice driver (thanks Yasser!). All the time knowledgeable and answering all my questions, very friendly, always making sure I was ok in the egyptian temperatures, smartly navigating me to avoid crowds at all the sights, and helping me out quickly with any other question I had regarding my stay in Luxor. Being a female travelling alone I also felt very save and taken good care of at all times. Now I am very tired but full of wonderful Luxor-experiences - Thanks Ali!
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Ali S.
Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful review — it truly means a lot to me. It was a real pleasure planning your itinerary and making sure you could experience as much as possible in your limited time without feeling rushed. I’m very glad you enjoyed the personalized tour and that everything—from the transfer to the visits—went smoothly. Your comfort, safety, and overall experience are always my top priorities, so I’m especially happy to hear you felt well taken care of throughout your stay. Luxor has so much to offer, and I’m glad you left with such great memories. Wishing you a relaxing rest after your trip, and I hope to welcome you back to Egypt again in the future!
$70/ per group
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The river Nile divided Luxor to east and west bank where they used to see there sun god rise from Karnak temple to die at the west bank where they dig tombs and built funerary temples to follow their god's journey into the afterlife. Today I would like to show you my city from my eyes view. To discover the oldest and most ancient Egyptian site in all of Egypt.
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Discover Luxor’s treasures on a private full-day tour exploring both the West and East Banks. Visit the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, and Colossi of Memnon, then cross to marvel at Karnak and Luxor Temples. Guided by a licensed Egyptologist, enjoy personalized insights, hotel pickup, and a journey through ancient history that brings Egypt’s golden age vividly to life.
Full Day Tour of Luxor West & East Bank with Lunch (Private)
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West bank visit in Luxor
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