Luxor day trip from Dahab: Valley of the Kings by flight

The Valley of the Kings holds more royal tombs than any other burial ground in Egypt.

A private day trip from Dahab to Luxor by flight, with an Egyptologist guide leading you through the Valley of the Kings, Temple of Hatshepsut, and Karnak Temple complex. Hotel pickup and drop-off, lunch, and private vehicle transport are included. The tour runs 6 to 7 hours and covers five millennia of pharaonic architecture in a single day.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Valley of the Kings2h · entry included
2. Temple of Hatshepsut2h · entry included
3. Karnak Temple2h · entry included

Explore Luxor's ancient sites by flight

• Pickup from Dahab hotel
• Transfer to Sharm Airport
• Flight to Luxor
• Meet representative at Luxor Airport
• Visit Karnak Temples with Egyptologist guide
• Lunch at local restaurant
• Visit Valley of the Kings tombs
• Visit Temple of Queen Hatshepsut
• See Colossi of Memnon
• Transfer to Luxor Airport
• Flight back to Sharm El Sheikh
• Private transfer to Dahab hotel

The experience

You leave your Dahab hotel in the morning for a drive to Sharm Airport, then fly to Luxor where your guide meets you at the airport. An Egyptologist with academic qualifications accompanies you for the entire day, moving through the sites by private vehicle. The guide speaks English, Spanish, Italian, French or another language, depending on your choice at booking.

The West Bank comes first. You descend into the royal tombs of the Valley of the Kings, where pharaohs including Tutankhamun, Ramesses VI, and Amenhotep II were buried. The tombs themselves are the architecture: carved deep into the rock with painted walls and burial chambers that have survived millennia. Next is the Temple of Hatshepsut, built by the only female pharaoh to rule ancient Egypt, dedicated to the god Amon-Re. You also see the Colossi of Memnon, the remaining statues from an earlier temple of Amenophis III.

After lunch at a local restaurant, you cross to the East Bank to explore Karnak Temple, the largest temple complex in Egypt. The site sprawls across acres with towering columns, a grand hypostyle hall, and structures dedicated to the god Amon and his family. Your guide explains the religious significance and architectural ambition behind each section. Then you visit Luxor Temple before heading back to Luxor Airport for your flight to Sharm El Sheikh, where a private transfer waits to take you back to your hotel in Dahab.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off in Dahab.
• round-trip flights between Sharm and Luxor.
• private vehicle transport throughout the day.
• lunch at a local restaurant.
• an Egyptologist guide with academic qualifications who speaks your chosen language.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day8 departure times: the first at 06:00, the last at 10:00

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AgesAdult (12 to 85 years) · Child (3 to 11 years) · Infant (under 3): free

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, French, Italian and Japanese

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 if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 2 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical effortWheelchair accessibleInfant seats availableNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Your Egypt Tours

Is this one for you?This is a private tour, so you travel with your own guide and driver rather than joining a group. It suits travelers who want to move at their own pace through multiple major sites in a single day and prefer the flexibility and personalized attention of a dedicated guide.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, French, Italian and Japanese.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 11 years); Infant (under 3): free.

What exactly is inside the Valley of the Kings that I'll see?

The Valley of the Kings holds royal tombs carved into rock cliffs, with painted burial chambers and passages leading deep underground. You enter several tombs to see the painted walls and chambers where pharaohs were buried, including the tomb of Tutankhamun. The tombs themselves are the main attraction: the rock-cut architecture and surviving artwork inside them.

How much walking and climbing is involved in this tour?

The tour requires a moderate level of physical fitness. You walk through temple grounds and descend into tomb chambers, some of which involve stairs and uneven surfaces. The Valley of the Kings involves walking between tombs and climbing in and out of the burial chambers. Wheelchair accessibility is available for some areas, though not all tomb interiors are accessible.

Is the flight time included in the 6 to 7 hours, or is that just the ground tour?

The 6 to 7 hour duration covers the ground tour in Luxor: the sites, the guide, and the transport between them. The flights from Sharm Airport to Luxor and back are included in the package but happen outside that timeframe, so plan for an earlier departure from your hotel and a later return.

What's the difference between Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple?

Karnak Temple is a sprawling complex dedicated to the god Amon with multiple structures, towering columns, and a grand hypostyle hall. It's the largest temple site you'll visit. Luxor Temple is a separate, more compact temple also on the East Bank. Both are included in the tour, and your guide explains the religious purpose and history of each.

Does the price include drinks and tips for the guide?

Lunch is included, but drinks are not. Gratuities for the guide are also not included in the tour price, though tipping is customary if you're satisfied with the service.