egypt luxor

The city of Luxor is a great place to stay if you want to explore some of Egypt's most famous archaeological sites and ancient temples. Set in green fields overlooking the Nile, the city itself is on the east bank, with a wide range of bars and restaurants to entertain the many visitors who come to see the imposing temples and great Pharaonic burial grounds of the Valley of the Kings and Valley of the Queens. Take to the skies on a hot air balloon ride, flying over the incredible ancient monuments below, before exploring them on foot.

On the east bank, you can visit the Temple of Luxor, built by Amenhotep III, and the nearby Karnak Temple, a magnificent building of enormous proportions. On the western side of the Nile lies the ancient archaeological site of the Valley of the Kings. The resting places of these Egyptian pharaohs are cut into the mountainside, and you can descend the cold stone steps into the tombs themselves. The Nile Cruises either start or finish here, and a trip to Luxor is an essential experience for anyone wanting to get to the heart of Ancient Egyptian culture and beliefs, from its towering temples to the eerie burial sites.