Luxor

About The Trip

Luxor is an "open-air museum" that embodies the grandeur of ancient Egyptian civilization. A city of sun and history, it is divided between the East Bank (the interconnected Karnak and Luxor temples, linked by the Avenue of Sphinxes, and the Temples of the Living) and the West Bank (the City of the Dead: the Valley of the Kings and Queens, and its funerary temples such as those of Hatshepsut and the Ramesseum). It boasts a sunny climate and unparalleled monuments that bear witness to the glories of the pharaohs, making it a unique global tourist destination. Description of Luxor: An open-air museum: Every corner tells a story, from the pharaonic palaces that the Arabs called "Al-Uqsur" (Luxor). A crossroads of civilizations: Known as "Thebes" and "the City of a Hundred Gates" to the Greeks, it was an important religious and political center. Nature and climate: Characterized by its year-round sunshine and dry, temperate climate, with a significant contrast between the heat of the day and the coolness of the night, the great Nile River flows through its heart. Major Temples and Monuments: East Bank (City of the Living): Karnak Temple: The largest religious complex in the world, featuring monumental pylons, columns, and obelisks, dedicated to the worship of Amun, his wife, and his son. Luxor Temple: Located south of Karnak, connected to it by the majestic Avenue of Sphinxes, it was built of sandstone and adorned with touches by Hatshepsut and Ramses II. Avenue of Sphinxes: An ancient causeway connecting the two temples, lined with hundreds of sphinx statues, illuminated at night to add a special magic to the visit. West Bank (City of the Dead): Valley of the Kings: Royal tombs carved into the rock for the burial of pharaohs, such as the tomb of Tutankhamun. Valley of the Queens: Contains the tombs of queens and high-ranking officials. Hatshepsut's Mortuary Temple: A unique three-tiered design carved into the mountain, a testament to the ingenuity of the ancient Egyptians. Colossi of Memnon: Two colossal statues representing Amenhotep III, standing guard at the entrance to his now-ruined temple. The Ramesseum: The mortuary temple of Ramses II. Featured Activities: Hot air balloon rides: To view the city and temples from the sky at sunrise. Nile cruises: To enjoy the enchanting atmosphere of Luxor between the two banks of the Nile.