Luxor tour from Marsa Alam: Valley of the Kings private guide

A Luxor day trip that covers four major temples and tombs without the standard group pace.

A full-day private tour from Marsa Alam to Luxor's major sites (Valley of the Kings, Karnak Temple, Hatshepsut's Temple, and the Colossi of Memnon) with a professional Egyptologist guide, air-conditioned vehicle, skip-the-line arrangements, and authentic local lunch. Hotel pickup and drop-off in Marsa Alam are included. Entrance fees and Tutankhamun's Tomb entry are optional add-ons. The tour runs 16 to 17 hours and is led in English, Spanish, Italian, French or other languages.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time at each

1. Karnak Temple1h 30m · entry included
2. Temple of Hatshepsut1h 30m · entry included
3. Colossi of Memnon15m · entry included
4. Valley of the Kings1h 30m · entry included

Explore Luxor's ancient sites

• Travel from Marsa Alam to Luxor
• Visit Karnak Temple complex
• Explore Valley of the Kings tombs
• Enter Tutankhamun’s Tomb (extra fee)
• See Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut
• View Colossi of Memnon statues
• Enjoy authentic local lunch
• Return to Marsa Alam

The experience

You're staying in Marsa Alam and have a free day to see Luxor's most significant pharaonic sites without the hassle of arranging transport or navigating crowds. This tour handles the logistics: a driver picks you up from your hotel, and you travel in a private, air-conditioned vehicle with a professional Egyptologist who contextualizes what you're seeing at each stop. The guide speaks your language and brings the history into focus, not just the names of temples and tombs, but why they were built and what they reveal about ancient Egypt.

The day moves through four major attractions. Karnak Temple is the largest temple complex ever built, with towering columns and hieroglyphics carved into stone that has stood for millennia. Hatshepsut's Temple, the mortuary shrine of Egypt's most powerful female pharaoh, rises in terraced layers carved directly into the desert cliffs. The Colossi of Memnon (two massive statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III) have guarded the entrance to his mortuary temple for over 3,000 years. The Valley of the Kings is where the pharaohs were buried, their tombs cut into the cliffs with wall paintings and hieroglyphs still visible inside. Tutankhamun's Tomb is an optional add-on if you want to see the legendary burial chamber of the boy king.

Skip-the-line arrangements mean you avoid queuing at the gates, and the private format keeps the group small. Just you and your guide, or you and a few other travelers depending on which option you choose. Lunch happens at a local restaurant in Luxor, and you get snacks, cold drinks, and water on the return drive to Marsa Alam. The full experience takes 16 to 17 hours, so plan for an early pickup and a late return.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off in Marsa Alam.
• professional Egyptologist guide in your chosen language.
• private or small-group air-conditioned vehicle.
• skip-the-line entry to Valley of the Kings and Karnak Temple.
• visits to Hatshepsut's Temple and the Colossi of Memnon.
• authentic local lunch at a Luxor restaurant.
• snacks, cold drinks, and water on the return drive.

Options for this experience

4 options

Without Entry FeesGuide in 7 languages · 02:30Explore Luxor on a small group tour in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle, entrance fees not included, with pickup included

Small group tour with entrance feesGuide in 7 languages · 02:30Small group tour covering the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, the Colossi of Memnon and Karnak, with pickup included

Entry fees and Tutankhamun TombGuide in 7 languages · 02:30Includes entrance fees and pickup

Private tour with entrance feesGuide in 7 languages · 02:30A private day trip to explore Luxor with a guide, including lunch and visits to Karnak, the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple and more, with pickup 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 dayDeparts at 02:30

Book up to8h before

AgesAdult (12 and older) · Child (4 to 11 years) · Infant (under 4): free

GroupUp to 100

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

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Paid on siteUS$ 11.27

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Good to know

Easy physical levelNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

Operated by FTS Travels

Is this one for you?Choose the private option if you want the guide's full attention and a flexible pace. Choose the small group option to share the cost while keeping numbers low. Tutankhamun's Tomb is worth adding if the boy king's burial chamber is on your must-see list, though the Valley of the Kings alone contains dozens of other royal tombs. The 16- to 17-hour commitment is substantial, so book this tour only if you have a full free day and can handle an early start and late return.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

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

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 11 years); Infant (under 4): free.

What's inside Tutankhamun's Tomb, and is it worth the extra fee?

Tutankhamun's Tomb in the Valley of the Kings holds the well-preserved murals and burial chamber of the boy king, one of ancient Egypt's most famous rulers. Entry is an optional add-on, so you decide at checkout whether to include it. Many travelers add it because the tomb is one of the most intact burial sites in the valley.

How does skip-the-line entry work at these temples?

Your guide arranges skip-the-line access in advance, so you bypass the queues at the gates of Valley of the Kings and Karnak Temple. You walk straight to the entrance and begin exploring while other groups wait outside.

Can I book this tour as a private group, or will I be with other travelers?

You can choose between a small group option or a fully private tour. The small group option keeps numbers low and shares the cost. The private option is just you, your guide, and your driver. Both include the same sites, guide, and lunch.

What's the drive time from Marsa Alam to Luxor, and when does the day start?

The full tour runs 16 to 17 hours, which includes the drive to Luxor, time at each site, lunch, and the return to your hotel in Marsa Alam. Hotel pickup happens early in the morning so you can maximize time at the temples and tombs.

Is lunch included, and what kind of food is served?

Lunch at a local restaurant in Luxor is included in every option. The meal is authentic local cuisine, giving you a taste of Luxor's food culture alongside the historical sites.