The highest and oldest sacred peak in Luxor. Perched high above the Valley of the Kings
A Special Invitation for Hikers, Climbers & Spiritual Seekers
To every adventurer seeking to challenge their body, and to every soul yearning for absolute serenity—this journey was written for you. Here, where the earth meets the sky, you will conquer rugged mountain ridges and connect with the profound, ancient energy of a peak chosen by the ancestors to be the closest point to the stars.
Historical Fast Facts: The Secrets of Thoth Hill
• The Highest Peak: Perched on a dramatic 300-meter-high mountain ridge, it offers the ultimate 360-degree panoramic viewpoint over the Nile Valley.
• 5,000 Years Old: Built during the Archaic Period (c. 3000 BC), this is one of the oldest sacred structures ever discovered on Luxor’s West Bank.
• The Star Alignment: The temple was built with a precise alignment toward Sirius (the Dog Star), the cosmic herald of the ancient Egyptian New Year and the Nile flood.
• The Royal Reconstruction: Around 2000 BC, Pharaoh Sankhkare Mentuhotep III rebuilt the temple using mudbricks, adjusting its axis by 2 degrees to match the star’s shifting position in the sky.
• The God of Wisdom: Initially dedicated to Horus, it became known as Thoth Hill after archaeologists discovered limestone statues of baboons—the sacred symbol of Thoth, the god of wisdom and the moon.
The 5-Hour Itinerary
• 05:30 AM | Hotel Pickup & Transfer: We pick you up directly from your location and transfer you comfortably in a private vehicle to the edge of New Qurna.
• 06:00 AM | The Dawn Gathering: Meet your expert local guide at the trail starting point just before sunrise to grab your trekking poles.
• 06:15 AM | The Ascent (1.25 Hours): Hike up rugged, winding mountain trails as the golden sunrise slowly floods the green fields and ancient temples below.
• 07:30 AM | Conquering the Summit: Reach the peak, stand on the “Crown of Thebes,” and explore the ancient mudbrick ruins of the astronomical temple.
• 08:15 AM | Breakfast, Meditation & Star Lore (2.5 Hours): Enjoy a fresh, traditional Egyptian breakfast (Feteer, local honey, and cheese) with your signature Priest’s herbal tea. Dive deep into 2.5 full hours of pure relaxation, the Sound of Silence ritual, panoramic photography, and telescope scouting in total mountain serenity.
• 10:00 AM | The Descent (1 Hour): Trek back down through the scenic desert valleys, feeling fully refreshed, energized, and at peace.
• 11:00 AM | Return Transfer: Arrive back at the valley where your private transfer awaits to take you back to your hotel or cruise ship.
Exclusive Signature Touches (Only with Us)
• The Priest’s Herbal Infusion: Sip on a specially brewed local herbal tea, crafted from organic mountain herbs that ancient priests used to purify their minds before celestial rituals.
• The Sound of Silence Ritual: Experience 15 minutes of guided absolute silence at the summit, allowing your soul to disconnect from the modern world and sync with the ancient energy of the hill.
• The Astronomer’s View: Use our high-power field binoculars to scout the entire Nile Valley, tracing the geometric lines between Karnak, Luxor Temple, and the mountains from the highest point in Thebes.
• Your Cosmic Souvenir: Receive a personalized, hand-made papyrus token marking your name and the exact date of your alignment with Thoth Hill and the Star of Sirius.