Banana Island, Egypt

Get in the air-conditioned minivan at your hotel and then drive from Hurghada to Luxor. Arrive at your destination and visit Karnak Temple, which is dedicated to the god Amun, his wife Mut, and their son Khonsu, representing the Theban Triad. Learn about the history from your guide. Next, stop for lunch at a local restaurant. Then, board a felucca to enjoy a sailing trip on a traditional wooden boat. After this, come to the West Bank of Luxor and visit the Valley of the Kings. See 3 tombs, including the Tomb of Tutankhamun. View the Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut. Marvel at the 3 massive terraces that rise above the desert floor and into the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari. A short while later, proceed to the Colossi of Memnon, to see the mortuary temple of Amenhotep III. Following this, go on a boat trip to Banana Island. Finally, return to your hotel in Hurghada.

In the early morning, you will be picked up from your hotel in Makadi Bay in a comfortable air-conditioned minivan and travel to Luxor. Once you arrive in Luxor, you will visit the Karnak Temple, dedicated to the god Amun, his wife Mut, and their son Khonsu, representing the Theban Triad. Learn about the history and mythology of this place from your guide. Next, stop for lunch at a local restaurant. Enjoy a short felucca ride and take in the stunning views while crossing to the other side. Head to the West Bank of Luxor to visit the Valley of the Kings, also known as the Valley of the Gates of the Kings. See three tombs in the Valley of the Kings, including the famous Tomb of Tutankhamun. Then, visit the Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, considered a masterpiece of ancient architecture. Marvel at its three massive terraces that rise above the desert floor and into the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari. Next, go to the Colossi of Memnon, where you'll see the mortuary temple of Amenhotep III. Finish your tour with a boat trip to Banana Island. Finally, you will be transferred back to your hotel in Makadi Bay.

Discover some of the world-famous sites we have and offer in Luxor. This unforgettable day trip includes the visit to the Karnak temple which is one of the largest ancient religious sites in the world. Proceed to visit the famous Luxor temple, which is dedicated to the god Amun- Ra, which is famous for the Obelisk of Ramses II in front of the 1st Pylon. Time to go back to your hotel to check in and get some rest for the second day. Day two begins with a visit to the city of the dead, Colossi of Memnon the only remnants of the temple of Amenhotep III. Valley of Kings the splendor of the grandeur of the architecture, Temple of Queen Hatshepsut the only pharaonic woman who ruled Ancient Egypt. Stay tuned while we ride a Felucca on the Nile to experience the amazing sunset view of Banana Island.

Your local tour leader will pick you up from your hotel and transfer you to the Nile side of Luxor, where your boat is waiting for your journey. Sailing down the peaceful waters of the majestic Nile River, see the imposing Luxor Temple on the East Bank and the pink hills of the West Bank go by, an inspiring and incredibly relaxing experience you’ll never forget.  Experience the peace and tranquility of the Nile water that has been the lifeblood of Egypt since the times of the pharaohs. Enjoy a drink during your boat ride. The boat will sail north of Luxor to an island covered with banana plantations. The boat will sail to the Banana Island, an island covered with banana plantations. Have a relaxing time enjoying the beautiful scenery on a short exploratory tour.  Enjoy a refreshing cup of traditional Egyptian tea and some of the sweetest, most delicious bananas you have ever tasted. Continue sailing and watch the sun set slowly over the Luxor West Bank, take in the scenes around you as you sail along the Nile.

Start your journey with a comfortable pickup from your hotel in Hurghada and board a minivan for a scenic drive to the ancient city of Luxor. Along the way, prepare to travel back in time and explore the wonders of Ancient Egypt. Your first stop is the beautiful Temple of Karnak, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Admire the Columned Halls, grand chapels, and the sacred lake while your Egyptologist guide shares stories about the temple’s role in Egypt’s history. Pass by the Luxor Temple, with its impressive statues and towering pylons, offers a captivating sight reflecting the beliefs of the pharaohs and an introduction to the religion of ancient Egypt. Next we will stop for lunch at a local restaurant and enjoy authentic Egyptian dishes. Then, visit the breathtaking Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut, located on the west bank of the Nile River in Luxor, where you can admire its unique and beautiful architecture. Take unforgettable photos of this structure, built to honor Egypt’s first and only female pharaoh. Your tour continues with a visit to the famous Valley of the Kings, part of the "City of the Dead," home to the tombs of ancient Egyptian rulers. Explore this historical burial site, including the Ramses Tomb to know more about Egypt’s past. Before heading back to Hurghada, you’ll make a stop at the Colossi of Memnon, two massive stone statues that are the only remnants of the Temple of Amenhotep III. After a full day of exploring Luxor’s incredible history and architecture, you’ll be driven back to your hotel in Hurghada with memories to cherish for a lifetime.