Luxor Excursions to Habu Temple, Valley of the Queens & Workers

Discover the lesser-explored yet deeply fascinating side of Luxor’s West Bank with this immersive private excursion to Medinet Habu (Habu Temple), the Valley of the Workers (Deir el-Medina), and the Valley of the Queens. These sites offer a more intimate, artistic, and human-centered perspective of ancient Egyptian life—beyond the grandeur of the Valley of the Kings.

Your journey begins with a comfortable pickup from your hotel or cruise ship. Your professional Egyptologist guide will lead you to Medinet Habu, the impressive mortuary temple of Ramses III. Often overlooked, this temple is one of the best-preserved in all of Egypt, known for its vibrant reliefs, battle scenes, and towering pylons. It’s a visual storytelling masterpiece that reflects both royal glory and religious devotion.

Luxor Excursions to Habu Temple

Next, visit the Valley of the Workers, also known as Deir el-Medina—the ancient village of the artisans who built the royal tombs. Here, you’ll explore the modest homes and stunningly decorated tombs of those who were tasked with creating the resting places of the pharaohs. Their artwork is often more personal and colorful than anything found in royal tombs.

Continue to the Valley of the Queens, the burial site of royal women and children. Highlights include the tomb of Queen Nefertari, considered one of the most beautiful tombs in Egypt (special ticket required), and other richly adorned tombs that shed light on the lives of royal women.

This half-day tour is perfect for history enthusiasts who want to go beyond the typical tourist path and gain a deeper, more personal understanding of ancient Egyptian society—from kings and queens to the skilled workers who served them.