Luxor Day Tour from Hurghada: Valley of the Kings & Karnak

Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut's Temple, and Karnak in one day from the Red Sea

A private guided day tour from Hurghada to Luxor covers the Valley of the Kings, Temple of Hatshepsut, Colossi of Memnon, and Karnak Temple, with a dedicated guide, hotel pickup, air-conditioned transport, lunch and snacks. The tour runs roughly 12 to 14 hours, departing at 6 a.m. and returning by evening. You customize the stops based on your interests, and the Luxor Museum is optional if time allows.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time at each

1. Valley of the Kings1h · entry included
2. Temple of Hatshepsut1h · entry included
3. Colossi of Memnon30m
4. Karnak Temple2h · entry included
5. Luxor Museum45m

Luxor private day tour from Hurghada

• Luxury hotel pick-up in Hurghada
• Scenic 3.5-hour drive to Luxor with snacks
• Meet guide and start city tour
• Visit Valley of the Kings
• Explore Temple of Queen Hatshepsut
• Stop at Colossi of Memnon
• Enjoy authentic Egyptian lunch
• Tour Karnak Temple
• Optional visit to Luxor Museum
• Return drive to Hurghada with refreshments
• Arrive back at Hurghada hotel

The experience

The day starts with pickup from your Hurghada hotel at 6 a.m., followed by a 3.5-hour drive to Luxor in a private air-conditioned vehicle. Snacks and water travel with you, so the ride stays comfortable. Your guide meets you at 9:30 a.m. in Luxor and leads you through the sites on foot and by vehicle, explaining the history and significance of each one as you move through them.

The Valley of the Kings opens the tour at 10 a.m. You walk into the burial chambers of Egypt's pharaohs and see the murals and carvings that have survived thousands of years. From there, you move to the Temple of Hatshepsut, built into the cliffs and dedicated to Egypt's only female pharaoh. The Colossi of Memnon, two massive statues that once guarded a mortuary temple, come next as a photo stop. Lunch at a local restaurant happens around 12:30 p.m., giving you a break to eat authentic Egyptian food and absorb the atmosphere. Karnak Temple follows in the afternoon. The hypostyle hall alone holds 134 columns, and the scale of the complex makes clear why it was one of the ancient world's largest religious sites. If time permits, your guide can add the Luxor Museum, which holds statues and jewelry from the region.

The return journey to Hurghada begins around 4 p.m., with more snacks and drinks for the ride. You arrive back at your hotel by 7:30 p.m. Because the tour is private, your guide adjusts the pace and stops to match what interests you most: some travelers spend longer at the Valley of the Kings, others linger at Karnak. The itinerary is a framework, not a fixed schedule.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off in Hurghada.
• private air-conditioned vehicle for the full day.
• a private qualified guide who speaks your language.
• entrance fees to all sites.
• lunch at a local restaurant.
• snacks and water throughout the day.
• shopping time at local bazaars for souvenirs.
• all taxes and fees.

Options for this experience

2 options

Only Car OptionGuide in 9 languages · 9 departure times: the first at 04:00, the last at 08:00Private day tour from Hurghada to Luxor by private car, with a professional driver showing you the sights of Luxor. Guide and entrance fees are not included. The tour lasts 12 hours and includes snacks only. The private car will collect you from your hotel in Hurghada and return you there at the end of the day. Pickup and drop-off in Hurghada are included.

Day Trip From Hurghada, Full DayGuide in 9 languages · 10 departure times: the first at 04:00, the last at 08:30Private day tour from Hurghada to Luxor by private car with a private tour guide, including lunch and entrance fees. The tour lasts 13 hours and includes lunch, snacks and water, in a modern air-conditioned car. The full package covers the private guide, private car, entrance fees, lunch and snacks, so you won't pay anything extra. Pickup is included.

You pick the guide language when booking.

You see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates & prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day10 departure times: the first at 04:00, the last at 08:30

Book up to4h before

AgesAdult (12 and older) · Child (6 to 11 years) · Under 6: can't be included in the booking

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Arabic, Russian and Ukrainian

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. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 2 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelPublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelers

Operated by Egypt Tours Travel

Is this one for you?Book this if you want a private guide who adjusts stops and pacing to your interests, rather than following a fixed group itinerary through Luxor's sites.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Arabic, Russian and Ukrainian.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (6 to 11 years). Under 6: they 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 inside the tombs in the Valley of the Kings?

The Valley of the Kings holds the burial chambers of Egypt's most powerful pharaohs, decorated with intricate murals and hieroglyphics that tell the stories of their lives and journeys to the afterlife. Your guide walks you through the chambers and explains what the carvings and paintings meant to the ancient Egyptians.

How long is the drive from Hurghada to Luxor?

The drive takes 3.5 hours each way. You leave Hurghada at 6 a.m. and arrive in Luxor at 9:30 a.m., then depart Luxor around 4 p.m. for the return journey, reaching your hotel by 7:30 p.m.

Is lunch included, and what kind of food will we eat?

Lunch is included at a local restaurant around 12:30 p.m., where you eat authentic Egyptian cuisine and experience the local dining atmosphere. Snacks and water are also provided throughout the day.

Can I skip any of the temples if I don't want to visit them all?

Yes, the tour is private and customizable, so you can adjust which sites you visit based on your interests. Your guide works with you to make the most of your time in Luxor.

What's the difference between Karnak Temple and the Temple of Hatshepsut?

Karnak Temple is one of the largest religious complexes in the ancient world, with a massive hypostyle hall of 134 columns and multiple temples built over centuries. The Temple of Hatshepsut is a single monument built into the cliffs, dedicated to Egypt's only female pharaoh and known for its distinctive architecture and terraced design.