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Explore the magnificent tombs of the Valley of the Kings, the beautiful, unique temple of the female pharaoh Hatshepsut, and the Colossi of Memnon in a half-day tour.
The Valley of the Kings is one of the most important landmarks in the development of cemetery construction in Egypt. The ancient Egyptians gave it its name, and it is one of the most important attractions in Luxor, so Happy Egypt will give you the opportunity to get to know the interesting Valley of the Kings, which is full of archaeological tombs of the ancient kings of Egypt.
the walls were covered with sculptured and painted scenes depicting the dead king in the presence of deities, especially the gods of the underworld, and with illustrated magical texts similar to those found in funerary papyri, designed to help him on his journey through the Netherworld. Know more during your Luxor day tours.
Your guide with Happy Egypt will meet you at the reception of your hotel to commence your Egypt tour to:
The Valley of the Kings:
The Valley of the Kings is one of the most important highlights of the development of the construction of the tomb in Egypt. It was called by the Ancient Egyptians (Ta-Maat) or the place of justice and truth.
It is a long, narrow defile on the west bank of Luxor, which was part of ancient Thebes. It was the burial site of almost all the pharaohs of the New Kingdom (1550-1080 BC).
The plan of the tombs varies considerably but consists essentially of a descending corridor interrupted by deep shafts to baffle robbers and by pillared chambers or vestibules. At the farther end of the corridor is a burial chamber with a stone sarcophagus in which the royal mummy was laid and store chambers around which furniture and equipment were stacked for the king’s use in the underworld.
In many cases, the walls were covered with sculptured and painted scenes depicting the dead king in the presence of deities, especially the gods of the underworld, and with illustrated magical texts similar to those found in funerary papyri, designed to help him on his journey through the Netherworld.
You will just visit three tombs of the open ones; your guide will recommend you the best three tombs to visit during your Luxor day tours.
Hatshepsut Temple:
The temple of Hatshepsut at El Deir El Bahary is unique among the Egyptian temples. It is built in three terraces to commemorate the coronation of Hatshepsut.
Hatshepsut’s famous expedition to the land of Punt (Somalia) is depicted on the second terrace.
Hatshepsut is the daughter of Thutmosis I, the sister-wife of Thutmosis II, and the mother-in-law of Thutmosis III.
She ruled Egypt around (1478) BC for 20-25 years and died naturally from diabetes. The temple is now called Al Deir El Bahary, which means in English (the northern monastery) because the temple was used by the Christians for a while. It is a really amazing temple, you will like and enjoy it.
The Colossi of Memnon:
You will finish or start your tour with a photo stop at Colossi of Memnon, two impressive statues (18 meters) high, left from a huge temple built by Amenhotep.
They are now called Memnon, after the name of Agamemnon, when the statues were making sounds created when the wind blew through the cracks of the statues at dawn. It is a photo stop.
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Sure, Luxor is worthy of your visit, especially with Luxor day tours, owing to the immense historical aspect it has, notably with sites such as the Karnak Temple and the Valley of the Kings. Such features found within the city of Luxor make it possible to appreciate the splendor of the pharaonic civilization of Egypt.
While planning Luxor day trips, pack loose and comfy clothes, sunscreen, a sun hat, and lots of water. And remember to carry along a camera, as well as cash for entrances and gifts.
When you are in Luxor, there are so many things to do in Luxor, for example, going to Banana Island, desert safaris, a one-day Nile cruise, visiting the Luxor Museum, a horse-drawn carriage ride, and the Karnak Temple Sound and Light Show.
Happy Egypt gives you the chance to enjoy an air balloon ride for only 75$, so if you’re thinking of trying it, don’t hesitate. It is one of the things you should do in your Luxor day tours. Happy Egypt will take care of everything for you, all you need to do is decide.
Egypt is widely considered a cheap country, particularly by tourists from Western nations. Even though the luxury experiences may be expensive, lower-cost alternatives for lodging, meals, and even transport are there in plenty, therefore it suits diverse categories of people. Furthermore, Egypt excursions include many activities that vary in price, enabling visitors to enjoy the history and culture without taking out a loan.
Some of the primary sites that are offered during Luxor day tours are the Karnak Temple Complex, the Valley of the Kings, and the Temple of Hatshepsut. All these places are rich in ancient Egyptian history.
Yes, many of the Egypt tours of Luxor provide an extra option of taking a Nile cruise, which offers breathtaking scenery and allows visitors to see Egypt differently.