Luxor Private Day Tour from Hurghada: Temples, Tombs & Lunch

Summary

Explore Ancient Luxor: Private Temples and Tombs Tour

You’ll walk among ancient temples and royal tombs with your own Egyptologist guide on this private Luxor tour from Hurghada. See Karnak, Hatshepsut’s temple, Tutankhamun’s tomb, and more—all in one day, with a real taste of local life along the way.

What’s the experience like?

Warm air hit me as we stepped out in Luxor—different from Hurghada’s sea breeze. Our guide, Ahmed, met us right at the hotel door before sunrise. The drive was quiet at first, but as we got closer to Luxor, you could see farmers already working in the fields. First stop: Karnak Temple. Walking through those giant columns, I kept thinking how old everything felt—like touching history. Ahmed pointed out faded carvings on the walls; some still had bits of color if you looked close enough.

The Valley of the Kings came next. It’s tucked away behind dusty hills—easy to miss if you didn’t know where to look. We ducked into Tutankhamun’s tomb (KV62). It’s smaller than I expected but seeing his golden mask’s resting place gave me goosebumps. The air inside was cool and a little musty. Outside, vendors called out selling cold hibiscus juice—honestly, it was a relief after all those steps.

Hatshepsut’s temple looks almost modern with its clean lines against the cliffs. Our guide shared stories about her reign and why she built here—he even showed us a spot where bats sometimes hide in the shadows (didn’t see any today). The Colossi of Memnon are just off the road; two massive statues standing guard over empty fields. We stopped for photos while Ahmed explained their ancient purpose.

Lunch was at a small local restaurant in Luxor—not fancy, but the grilled chicken and rice tasted better than anything I’d had all week. Bottled water kept coming (it gets hot by midday). On the way back to Hurghada, I watched the Nile shimmer through the window and realized how much we’d packed into one day.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Luxor Temples and Tombs Tour

• Visit Karnak Temple Complex
• Explore Valley of the Kings
• See Temple of Hatshepsut
• View Colossi of Memnon statues
• Tour Tomb of Tutankhamun

Top questions

Is this tour suitable for children or older travelers?

Yes! Most travelers can join in—there are specialized infant seats available and you can go at your own pace since it’s private.

How long do we spend at each site?

Your guide adjusts timing based on your interests—you can linger longer or move on when you’re ready.

What kind of food is served for lunch?

You’ll get classic Egyptian dishes like grilled meats, rice, salads—served fresh at a local restaurant in Luxor.

Are entrance fees included?

The tour covers transfers and guiding; entrance fees are usually paid on site so you have flexibility over which tombs or extras you want to visit.

What’s included

Your own Egyptologist guide for the day; private air-conditioned transport; pick up and drop off right at your Hurghada hotel; bottled water throughout; lunch at a local spot in Luxor; infant seats if needed; flexible schedule so you can enjoy each site your way.