06:30 AM – Pickup from Safaga Port

Meet your private guide and driver at the cruise terminal. Begin your 3-hour journey in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle toward Luxor.

09:30 AM – Arrive at Karnak Temple

Start your visit on the East Bank of the Nile:

• Walk along the Avenue of Sphinxes
• Explore the Great Hypostyle Hall with its 134 columns
• See obelisks, sacred lakes, and towering pylons
• Hear stories of gods Amun, Mut, and Khonsu

11:00 AM – Cross the Nile to the West Bank

Enjoy a scenic drive across the river, viewing local farms and villages along the way.

11:30 AM – Visit Valley of the Kings

Enter three tombs (included) carved into the desert hills:

• Optional entry to King Tutankhamun’s tomb (ticket not included)
• Learn about ancient funerary rituals and see hieroglyph-covered walls

01:00 PM – Stop at Colossi of Memnon

Take photos of the giant twin statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III. Hear the myths about their “singing” at dawn.

01:30 PM – Lunch at a Local Restaurant

Enjoy a hearty Egyptian meal with Nile views or garden setting. Typical dishes include grilled meats, rice, salad, and fresh bread.

02:30 PM – Optional Visit to Alabaster Workshop

Short cultural stop to see traditional carving techniques and shop for handmade pieces.

03:00 PM – Begin Drive Back to Safaga Port

Relax and enjoy desert views as you return to your cruise ship.

06:00 PM – Arrive Back at Cruise Terminal

You’ll be returned in time for boarding with plenty of margin.