Legacy of the Elite: The Tombs of Nobles, Ramesseum & Carter’s House
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VIP Private Pickup: Your private Five S Travel chauffeur and expert Egyptologist guide will collect you directly from your Luxor hotel or Nile cruise lobby in a premium, late-model air-conditioned vehicle.
The Grand Ramesseum Temple: Begin your journey at the spectacular mortuary temple of Pharaoh Ramesses II (Ramesses the Great). Marvel at the monumental ruins, the colossal fallen colossus of the king that inspired Percy Shelley’s famous poem Ozymandias, and the deeply carved battle reliefs showcasing the legendary Battle of Kadesh.
The Masterpieces of the Nobles’ Tombs: Proceed to the elite burial grounds of the pharaohs’ highest court officials. Unlike royal tombs, these private chambers offer an intimate window into secular life, ancient high society, and unparalleled artistic mastery:
The Tomb of Ramose (TT55): Admire the exquisite, ultra-refined low-relief limestone carvings showcasing the fascinating transition into the Amarna period under Akhenaten.
The Tomb of Rekhmire (TT100): Explore the vast vizier’s tomb, famed for its detailed biographical reliefs depicting foreign tribute-bearers brings exotic animals to Egypt, and ancient brick-making techniques.
The Tomb of Sennefer (TT96): Descend into the famous “Tomb of the Vineyards,” where the undulating rock ceilings are brilliantly painted to resemble a lush, sprawling grapevine, showcasing stunning color preservation.
Howard Carter’s House & King Tut Replica: Conclude your day at the beautifully preserved mud-brick villa where the legendary British archaeologist Howard Carter lived during his historic quest. Walk through his original living quarters, see his tools, and visit the state-of-the-art exact replica of King Tutankhamun’s burial chamber located right on the grounds.
Comfortable Return: Relax in your private vehicle as you are smoothly transferred back to your resort or cruise ship.
Included
- Private VIP Transportation: Door-to-door private ground transfers from any Luxor hotel or cruise in a luxury, late-model air-conditioned vehicle.
- Expert Private Guiding: Your own dedicated, licensed Egyptologist guide giving deep historic insights.
- All Admission Tariffs: Official foreign entrance tickets to the Ramesseum Temple, Howard Carter's House, and the specific elite ticket covering the Tombs of Ramose, Rekhmire, and Sennefer.
- Premium Refreshments: Chilled mineral water served continuously throughout the day.
- All local service charges, port permits, and local taxes.
Excluded
- Entry Fees of any sites didn’t mention in the itinerary.
- Tipping or any extras not mentioned in the itinerary or Personal expenses.
- Visa
Booking & Cancellation Policy
Any cancellation must be informed in writing. The following cancellation charges will apply based on when the request is received:
45 days or more prior to arrival: 10% of the tour cost is charged.
44 to 15 days prior to arrival: 20% of the tour cost is charged.
14 to 7 days prior to arrival: 25% of the tour cost is charged.
6 days to 48 hours prior to arrival: 50% of the tour cost is charged.
Less than 48 hours or No-Show: No refund.
Important Note: For high peak seasons (including Christmas, New Year, Easter, and the 2027 Eclipse period), a separate tailored cancellation policy will apply to align with strict hotel and cruise non-refundable deposit regulations
