Luxor day trip from Hurghada: Private guide, Valley of the Kings

See five ancient sites in one day without arranging transport or tickets yourself

A private day trip from Hurghada to Luxor with a live Egyptologist guide covers Karnak Temple, Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, Colossi of Memnon and a 45-minute Nile lunch cruise. Your guide speaks English, Italian, French or German. Hotel pickup in Hurghada is included, and the air-conditioned vehicle, all entry fees and bottled water are provided. The tour runs 16 to 18 hours door-to-door.

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Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Luxor's ancient sites

• Visit Karnak Temple complex
• Enjoy Nile Cruise Lunch
• See Colossi of Memnon statues
• Tour Valley of the Kings
• Visit Temple of Hatshepsut

Stops and time spent at each 5 stops

1. Karnak Temple Entry included 2h
2. Nile River Entry included 1h
3. Colossi of Memnon Entry included 10m
4. Valley of the Kings Entry included 2h
5. Temple of Hatshepsut Entry included 1h

What’s included

• Private air-conditioned vehicle and private Egyptologist guide.
• hotel pickup in Hurghada.
• entry fees to Karnak Temple, Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple and the Colossi of Memnon.
• 45-minute Nile lunch cruise with meal onboard.
• bottled water throughout the day.
• all taxes and fees.

Times

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• Monday to Saturday 05:00
• Sunday 04:30 05:00

Information

Private day trip from Hurghada to Luxor with Egyptologist guide, Nile lunch cruise and visits to Karnak, Valley of the Kings.

Group Private

Live guide English, French and German Another language? ›

Meeting point and pickup Hotel pickup included. See the pickup points

Ages Adult (10 and older) · Child (3 to 9 years) · Infant (under 3)

Cancellation and refunds Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund. It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Good to know

Low physical effort Wheelchair accessible Stroller-friendly Infants must sit on laps

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The experience

You're picked up from your Hurghada hotel and driven to Luxor by private vehicle. The Egyptologist guide meets you and walks you through Karnak Temple, the largest religious complex in ancient Egypt. You'll stand in the Great Hypostyle Hall and see the sacred lake. From there, the route moves to the Colossi of Memnon, two towering statues of King Amenhotep III where you have time to photograph them before heading to lunch.

The 45-minute Nile cruise happens midday with lunch served onboard. After you return to the west bank, the guide takes you to the Valley of the Kings, where Egypt's greatest pharaohs are buried. You walk through the tombs the guide chooses to show you. If you want to enter King Tutankhamun's tomb, that's an optional add-on you pay separately. The last stop is Hatshepsut Temple, the mortuary temple of Egypt's first female pharaoh, with its distinctive terraced architecture rising from the desert floor.

The vehicle is air-conditioned throughout, and bottled water is provided during the day. Your guide handles all the entry fees and knows which sites to visit in an order that avoids the heaviest crowds. The return drive to Hurghada takes place in the evening, and you're back at your hotel by late night. If you're traveling with infants or small children, they can ride in a pram or stroller, and the tour suits all fitness levels.

Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, French and German.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 9 years); Infant (under 3).

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.

Can I book this tour if I'm staying in El Gouna or Sahl Hasheesh instead of Hurghada?

Pickup from El Gouna, Sahl Hasheesh or Soma Bay is available for an extra charge of 10 dollars per person, added at checkout.

What exactly is inside Karnak Temple that I'll see?

Karnak Temple is the largest religious complex in ancient Egypt. You walk through the Great Hypostyle Hall, a forest of massive columns, and see the sacred lake where priests once performed rituals.

Is entry to King Tutankhamun's tomb included?

Entry to King Tutankhamun's tomb is optional and costs 700 EGP extra, paid separately on the day. The Valley of the Kings visit includes access to other royal tombs your guide selects.

How long is the Nile cruise, and what's included with lunch?

The Nile cruise lasts 45 minutes with lunch served onboard. The meal is included in the tour price, and you have time to relax on the water before continuing to the next site.

Will I have time to take photos at each stop?

Yes. At the Colossi of Memnon you have dedicated time for photography, and your guide builds in moments at each site. The pace is set by your group, not by a fixed schedule for many people.

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