Day trip to Luxor and Valley of the Kings from Hurghada
Sixty tombs carved into the cliffs of the Valley of the Kings, each one a Pharaoh's burial chamber.
A twelve-hour guided day trip from Hurghada to Luxor covers the Karnak Temple on the east bank of the Nile and the Valley of the Kings on the west, where over sixty royal tombs span nearly five centuries of Egypt's New Kingdom. You visit the mortuary temple of Queen Hatshepsut, walk through the tombs of Pharaohs and nobles, and see the Colossi of Memnon before returning to your hotel.
Step-by-step itinerary
Visit Luxor and Valley of the Kings
- Visit Karnak Temple
- Explore Valley of the Kings
- See Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut
- Karnak Temple Entry included 2h
- Valley of the Kings Entry included 2h
What’s included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Hurghada.
- English-speaking guide (also available in Italian, French, German and additional languages).
- entry to the Valley of the Kings, Karnak Temple, the mortuary temple of Queen Hatshepsut, and the Colossi of Memnon.
- lunch.
- all transfers by air-conditioned van.
- bottle of water.
- Every day 04:00
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Twelve hours from Hurghada to Luxor's Karnak Temple and Valley of the Kings with guide, hotel pickup and lunch included. Walk past sixty royal tombs carved into desert cliffs.
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The experience
The tour starts with hotel pickup in Hurghada and a drive south to Luxor, the ancient city of Thebes. Once there, you begin at the Karnak Temple on the east bank of the Nile, one of the largest temple complexes ever built. The guide walks you through the ruins and explains the dynasties that constructed and expanded it over centuries. After Karnak, you cross to the west bank, where the landscape shifts to desert cliffs and the Valley of the Kings opens up ahead.
The Valley of the Kings is divided into East and West Valleys, and you spend the main part of the day exploring the eastern side, where the royal tombs are concentrated. Over sixty tombs are carved into the rock here, built for Pharaohs and powerful nobles of the Eighteenth, Nineteenth, and Twentieth Dynasties (roughly 1550–1069 BC). Your guide takes you inside several of them, pointing out the hieroglyphics and explaining what each chamber held. The tombs are cool and quiet, and the scale of the undertaking (carving burial chambers deep into solid rock) becomes clear as you walk through them.
You also visit the mortuary temple of Queen Hatshepsut, which sits at the foot of the cliffs in a natural bay on the west bank. Hatshepsut was a female Pharaoh who ruled as co-regent with her nephew, and her temple is one of the most recognizable structures in Luxor. On the way back, you stop at the Colossi of Memnon, two massive stone statues that once guarded a temple now lost to time. Lunch is included during the day, and you return to your hotel by evening.
Top questions
Can I be picked up at my hotel?
You can choose: pickup at your hotel, or go straight to the meeting point. Pickup is included in the price. When you book, you choose your hotel from 35 pickup locations; if yours isn’t listed, you can type in your address. Pickup is about 10 minutes before departure.
What languages is the tour guided in?
Live guide in English, French, German, Italian, Arabic and Russian.
Can children come?
Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 11 years); Infant (under 4).
What is inside the tombs in the Valley of the Kings?
The tombs contain burial chambers carved deep into the rock, decorated with hieroglyphics and painted scenes. They were built for Pharaohs, royal family members, and high-ranking officials of Egypt's New Kingdom, and your guide explains the purpose and history of each chamber you enter.
How do I get from Hurghada to Luxor on this tour?
Hotel pickup is included. A driver collects you from your accommodation in Hurghada and takes you by air-conditioned van to Luxor, then returns you to your hotel at the end of the day. No separate transportation booking is needed.
What is the Karnak Temple?
Karnak Temple is one of the largest temple complexes ever built, located on the east bank of the Nile in Luxor. It was constructed and expanded over centuries by rulers of Egypt's prosperous New Kingdom, and your guide walks you through the ruins and explains the dynasties behind each section.
Who was Queen Hatshepsut?
Hatshepsut was a female Pharaoh of the Eighteenth Dynasty (c.1478–1458 BC) who ruled as co-regent with her nephew Thutmose III. Her mortuary temple, which you visit on the west bank, sits at the foot of the cliffs and is one of the most recognizable structures in Luxor.
What should I bring for a twelve-hour day in the desert?
Bring sunglasses, a hat, sunscreen, and a passport. A bottle of water is provided, and the van is air-conditioned, but the tombs and temples involve walking in the sun and climbing stairs, so sun protection is essential.
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Day trip to Luxor and Valley of the Kings from Hurghada
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