Day trip from Hurghada to Luxor: Four temples in one day

Four major temples fit into one day when you leave at dawn and return by evening.

A full-day tour from Hurghada or El Gouna to Luxor's ancient sites, departing at 5am and returning around 8pm, with hotel pickup, air-conditioned transport, a German-speaking guide and lunch included. The route covers Valley of the Kings, Habu Temple, Colossi of Memnon and Karnak Temple in sequence. Children from age 4 are welcome, and all areas are wheelchair accessible.

Step-by-step itinerary

Full-day Luxor excursion from Hurghada

• Depart Hurghada or El Gouna at 5am
• Transfer by air-conditioned limousine or mini bus
• Visit Karnak Temple
• Explore Valley of the Kings
• See Hatshepsut Temple
• View Colossi of Memnon
• Have lunch during the excursion
• Return to Hurghada or El Gouna around 8pm

The experience

You're picked up from your Hurghada or El Gouna hotel before dawn and driven by air-conditioned minivan to Luxor, roughly 280 kilometers south. The journey itself takes several hours, so most of the morning is spent in transit. A certified German-speaking guide meets you at the first site and stays with the group through all four temples, explaining the history and layout of each one as you move through them.

The itinerary runs Valley of the Kings first: the royal tombs carved into the desert cliffs where pharaohs were buried. From there you move to Habu Temple, then the Colossi of Memnon, two massive stone statues that stand alone in the fields. Karnak Temple, the largest of the four, comes last and is the most complex, with its forest of columns and sacred lake. Lunch is included somewhere in the middle of the day, giving you a break before the final temple.

The whole excursion lasts around 15 hours from pickup to drop-off. You're back at your hotel by 8pm. The pace is steady. You're moving between sites and spending time at each one, not rushing through. If you're staying in Hurghada or El Gouna without a rental car, this is how you see Luxor's temples in a single day.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup from Hurghada or El Gouna.
• air-conditioned minivan transport.
• certified German-speaking guide for the full day.
• lunch during the excursion.
• access to Valley of the Kings, Habu Temple, Colossi of Memnon and Karnak Temple.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 05:00

Book up to8h before

AgesAdult (21 to 39 years) · Senior (40 to 90 years) · Youth (14 to 20 years) · Child (6 to 12 years) · Infant (4 to 5 years): free · Under 4: can't be booked

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and German

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Paid on siteUS$ 28

Prices and times updated 10 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Hurghada Ausflug

Is this one for you?Book this if you're staying in Hurghada or El Gouna and want to see four major Luxor temples in one day: hotel pickup and a 15-hour excursion with air-conditioned transport handles the full logistics.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and German.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (14 to 20 years); Child (6 to 12 years); Infant (4 to 5 years): free. Children under 4 can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What's the difference between Habu Temple and Karnak Temple on this tour?

Habu Temple is a smaller mortuary temple built for Ramesses III, with well-preserved reliefs and a more intimate scale. Karnak Temple is the largest religious complex in Luxor, with towering columns, multiple sanctuaries and a sacred lake. It's the most elaborate stop on the itinerary.

How long do I spend at each temple?

The itinerary doesn't break down time by individual site, but the tour covers four temples across a 15-hour day with lunch included, so you have time to walk through each one with the guide without rushing. The exact duration at each stop depends on the group's pace.

Is the Valley of the Kings included in this tour?

Yes, Valley of the Kings is the first major stop on the itinerary. You'll see the royal tombs carved into the cliffs where pharaohs were buried, with your guide explaining the history and significance of the site.

Does the price include entrance tickets to the temples?

Entrance tickets to the temples are not included in the tour price and are paid separately at each site. Hotel pickup, transport, the guide and lunch are all included.

Can I book this tour if I'm staying in El Gouna instead of Hurghada?

Yes, the tour departs from either Hurghada or El Gouna. You'll be picked up from your hotel in whichever resort you're staying in, and the 15-hour itinerary is the same.