Day Trips & Excursions in Luxor

A four hours privet trip to the West Bank of Luxor to see the valley of the Kings and visit 3 tombs , the visit the temple of Queen HatshepSut   and the Colossi of Memnon

Spend the day exploring Luxor independently with the convenience of a car and driver at your disposal. Available for up to a full day of 11 hours, you can pick from among a range of vehicles, from a town car to a minivan for groups of up to 15 people. Don't worry about hailing cabs or puzzling over directions; simply tell the driver where you want to go and you'll be whisked directly there, making exploring the city a stress-free experience.

Luxor is home to some of Egypt's most remarkable ancient ruins, but group tours can offer limited to time to explore. This private full-day tour ensures a personalised experience and explores both the East and West Banks of the Nile, including the UNESCO-listed Valley of the Kings, the Colossi of Memnon, the temple of Hatshepsut, the Karnak Temples, and the Temple of Luxor. Hotel pickup and lunch is included.

After you being picked up from your hotel in Luxor, you and your private group will get a glimpse of some important historical monuments in the West Bank of Luxor, all led by a professional Egyptologist. During this 5 hour tour, you will see the Valley of the Kings, the Valley of the Queens, the Colossi of Memnon, and the Temple of Queen Hatshepsute. All entrance fees are included on this tour. The day will conclude with drop off at your Luxor hotel.

Rather than grappling with taxis and crowded public buses, check off the highlights of Luxor in style with a private Egyptologist guide. Start at the Valley of the Kings, and tour tombs including Tutankhamun's; progress to the Temple of Hatshepsut; then admire the Colossi of Memnon. After lunch, cross back to the East Bank, and explore the majestic Temple of Karnak before your private driver drops you to your door.

Discover two ancient Nile showpieces on this Edfu and Kom Ombo private day trip from Luxor. With a personal Egyptologist guide, visit Kom Ombo, a famously two-gated temple on high ground above the river. Tour the courts and chambers; discover how it was dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek; and see the mummified crocodiles displayed inside. Then, head for Edfu, dedicated to the falcon-headed Horus, and considered Egypt's best-preserved cult temple. Admire the towering columns and halls as your guide reveals the temple's history, and then return to Luxor.

Explore the tombs and temples of ancient Egypt on a 9-hour, private tour of Luxor's East and West Banks that includes entrance fees, a buffet lunch, and round trip transport from your hotel or cruise ship. Discover a selection of the sites in the Valley of the Kings, tour the Temple of Hatshepsut, and visit the Temple of Karnak and the Luxor Temple of Amun-Ra. This private, Luxor day tour can be customized to your interests, and accommodates groups up to 15 people.

Luxor's ancient attractions draw visitors from far and wide, but accessing the distant city from Hurghada can be a challenge. Travel the distance with ease via air-conditioned vehicle on a private day tour, with round-trip transfer from your hotel. Discover the iconic Valley of the Kings, Deir el-Bahari, and Karnak Temple Complex, and learn about their historic significance from your personal Egyptologist guide.

Visit Habu Temple, the Valley of the Artisans, and Valley of the Queens on private tour of Luxor's West Bank that explores fascinating ancient art and architecture. With a personal guide to lead the way, you'll learn the stories behind the vivid paintings at Habu Temple, as well as tombs built for both workers and royalty. Since this tour includes all entrance fees, round-trip transport from your hotel, water, and snacks, it's a hassle-free way to experience Luxor's West Bank, the site of ancient Thebes.

See the iconic monuments of Luxor's West Bank on a private, half-day tour to the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon. Learn the stories behind the sites as you explore with an Egyptologist guide and visit the elaborate tombs of the ancient Pharaohs. Discover shady arcades and beautifully-preserved bas-reliefs at Hatshepsut's temple, then stand beside the enormous Colossi that have guarded Amenhotep III's burial site for 3400 years.  

Experience the highlights of the Nile's West and East Banks on this private day trip from Luxor. Admire the soaring columns, halls and sanctuaries of breathtaking Karnak and Luxor Temple on the East Bank. Then, switch your sights to the mountain tombs of the Valley of the Kings, and stunning Temple of Hatshepsut, Colossi of Memnon and Temple of Ramses III on the West Bank. As you explore, hear tales of the pharaohs and peoples who built these masterpieces some 4,000 years ago from your very own, private, informative Egyptologist guide.

Visit Luxor's ancient tombs and temples on a full-day, private tour from Marsa Alam to Luxor by car that includes hotel pickup and drop-off, lunch, and entrance fees. This 14-hour tour explores a UNESCO World Heritage Site that spans the East and West Banks of the Nile River: follow the imposing Avenue of Sphinxes into the Temple of Karnak, take in three tombs in the Valley of the Kings, then visit the Temple  of Medinet Habu and the towering Colossi of Memnon.

Spread your sightseeing net to cover two of ancient Egypt's lesser-known sites on this private, full-day tour from Luxor. Traveling by air-conditioned minivan with your personal Egyptologist guide, head northward to the Temple of Osiris at Abydos, built around 1300 BC. Explore the sanctuaries and halls notable for their impressive reliefs, and learn how the temple was commissioned by Seti I and his son, Ramses II. Then, continue to Dendera to visit the Temple of Hathor, a Roman-era building adorned with fascinating decorations showing Roman emperors and Egyptian deities.

See the best of the West Bank's ancient tombs, temples, and monuments on a 5-hour private tour. The details can be tailored to you, but you'll descend into three tombs in the Valley of the Kings, pay your respects to Egypt's only female Pharaoh at the Temple of Hatshepsut, then stand at the feet of the Colossi of Memnon, iconic desert landmarks for 3,400 years. The flexibility of a private tour means you can explore the things that interest you, learning about ancient Egyptian culture along the way.

Visit two of Egypt's most intriguing temples on a private 10-hour tour to Abydos and Dendera from Luxor. With an Egyptologist guide, explore the Temple of Abydos, once a cult center to Osiris and coated in reliefs. After lunch (own expense), visit the ancient healing Temple of Hathor in Dendera. See the halls, shrines, and famous Dendera zodiac star chart, inscribed on a chapel ceiling. Entrance fees and hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Rather than spend hours negotiating trains and haggling with taxis, treat yourself to a private tour - with Egyptologist guide - when you visit the Temple of Hathor at Dendera. Travel in air-conditioned comfort direct from your door to the temple of ancient Egypt's goddess of love. In between marveling at the brilliant colors of its astrological roof and sacred lake, there will be time to explore independently.

Luxor is home to some of Egypt's most remarkable ancient ruins, but group tours can offer limited to time to explore. This private full-day tour from Marsa Alam ensures a personalised experience and includes a tour of the UNESCO-listed Valley of the Kings; visits to the Colossi of Memnon, the temple of Hatshepsut, and the Karnak Temples; and a felucca cruise along the Nile. Hotel pickup and lunch is included.

See the highlights of Luxor's East Bank and West Bank on one spectacular day of exploring tombs, temples, and ancient monuments. Traveling with a private guide ensures personal service, with time to ask questions about the beautifully-preserved art and architecture you'll see throughout the day. Visit the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatshepsut, Karnak Temple, and Luxor Temple, pausing for an included Egyptian lunch at a local restaurant; hotel pickup and drop-off make this a convenient option, and all entrance fees are included.

Visit the West Bank's most important monuments on the back of a donkey, the traditional method of transportation for the ancient Egyptians. During this 5-hour tour from Luxor, climb on your trusty steed and follow your Egyptologist guide to sites like the Colossi of Memnon, the Temple of Ramses III (Medinet Habu) and the Valley of the Kings (Necropolis of Thebes). Imagine what life was like for the ancient Egyptians as you travel on a donkey's back and learn about the history of the area through your guide's informative commentary.

Luxor is home to some of Egypt's most remarkable ancient ruins, but with just one day to spare, a private tour is the best way to maximise your time. This private full-day shore excursion from Safaga Port includes a tour of the UNESCO-listed Valley of the Kings; visits to the Colossi of Memnon, the temple of Hatshepsut, and the Karnak Temples; and a felucca cruise along the Nile. Port pickup and lunch is included.