Valley of the Kings & Hatchepsut Temple

Sanctuary Sun Boat IV has just 40 cabins and suites in total, with a chic art deco style. Offering three-, four- and 10-night itineraries, the boat sails between Luxor and Aswan offering guests the chance to explore the legendary sites along the Nile.

The Sofitel Winter Palace is steeped in Egyptian history. Built in 1886, it has hosted world leaders throughout the years as well as notable figures such as Agatha Christie, and the 5th Earl of Carnavon while excavating Tutankhamun's tomb in 1922.

The Oberoi Philae offers a luxurious cruise along the Nile that sails past the landmarks of an ancient civilization. The elegant cruiser sails from Aswan to Luxor or vice versa and courses through Pharaonic dynasties that span thousands of years.

The Sanctuary MS Nile Adventurer is a modern boat with all the amenities for a perfect cruise down the River Nile. Choose between a three night cruise or a more relaxing four night cruise.

Luxor's most contemporary and luxurious spa resort, the Hilton Luxor, has glorious, uninterrupted views from the unique water’s edge location of the River Nile and is the ideal base from which to explore the region’s rich and ancient culture.

The Oberoi Zahra is the finest and most luxurious ship operating on the Nile. The leisurely 7-night cruise gives the perfect balance between sightseeing and relaxation – with on board spa treatments that pamper you like a Pharaoh.

Al Moudira is a luxury boutique property, situated on the West Bank of the Nile. It is a peaceful and stunning desert retreat away from the bustle of Luxor and is situated just outside a local village, giving guests a taste of rural Egyptian life.

Located at the northern end of the town of Luxor, the Karnak Temple has three main sacred areas that honor three gods: Montu, an ancient local warrior god; Amun, the chief god of Thebes; and the goddess Mut, wife of Amun.

The Valley of the Queens is a place near Luxor where wives of Pharaohs were buried in ancient times.

Visit to the Temple of Dendarah, dedicated to Hathor, Goddess of Music, Love and Joy.

The Greco-Roman Temple of Khnum at Esna contains the beautifully preserved Great Hypostyle Hall.

Valley of the Artisans or Deir Al Madina hosts some of the lesser-known tombs of the workers, who have built some of the most colorful and most-preserved tombs in Luxor area, which surprisingly rival the tombs of the kings!

Take a morning motorboat into the West Bank. Explore the Valley of the Kings, Hatchepsut Temple and King Tutankhamun's Tomb. Time permitting, you can also explore another 3 tombs in the Valley of the Queens.

Enjoy sunrise over the West Bank for a view of the valley on a hot air balloon.

Visit the final resting place of the world-renowned Egyptian pharaoh, King Tutankhamun.

The Colossi of Memnon are two huge stone statues, which are all that remains of the Temple of the hedonistic Amenophis III.