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Egyptologist-Led Luxor Tour: Explore Howard Carter House and Ramesseum Temple

Luxor

Venture away from the usual routes and enhance your knowledge of early Egyptian history through this Luxor-based excursion, guided by a specialist in Egyptology.

Duration: 5 hours

Cancellation: 1 day learn more

Highlights

Howard Carter House - Begin with pickup at your cruise ship or Luxor hotel at 6 am, 7 am, or 8 am, then travel to the Ramesseum Temple in a private vehicle, a roughly 40-minute trip. Explore the mortuary temple that was built by Pharaoh Ramesses II, from the king’s massive, 62-foot (19-mt) memorial statue to a series of intricate reliefs depicting battles and festival scenes. As well as depictions of the afterlife, Then explore some less familiar, hidden treasures of Luxor. You will visit Howard Carter House, the residence belonging to the British man who became famous after discovering the tomb of Tutankhamen (Tutankhamun). There you will see all his possessions, including his tools and camera. Also, be amazed at the impressive replica of Tutankhamen’s (Tutankhamun’s) tomb begin the return trip to Luxor, where this tour concludes with drop-off at your hotel or cruise ship.

What's Included

All taxes and handling charges included.
Comfortable air-conditioned transportation.
Guidance from a qualified Egyptologist.
Convenient hotel pickup and drop-off.
Tours guided in English.

What's Not Included

Tipping & Gratuities
Tour Guides for (Spanish, French, German, or Italian) Languages (20 USD per day)
Tour Guides for (Czech, Japanese, Chinese, or Russian) Languages (40 USD per day)
Pick-up outside Luxor City (10 USD per person)
Sightseeing entrance fees are to be paid on spot by credit card

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