A must see!
Khaled Elsmaky was extremely knowledgeable and had a great sense of humour, perfect English- thank you for an extremely memorable day!
MeganAce0306 · Apr 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Things to do in Luxor
Luxor: Valley of Kings, Hatchepsut Temple ,Karnak & Luxor-DayTour
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Overview
Learn about Egypt's ancient history with this private tour led by a quallified Egyptologist guide. You'll visit the Valley of the Kings, the Valley of the Queens, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut . Karnak & Luxor Temples all in just one day. this tour includes round-trip transportation from your Luxor hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle.
What you'll see
- Valley of the Kings2 hours
Your qualified Egyptologist Guide will pick you up from either your hotel/Nile Cruise in Luxor or Luxor International Airport and accompany you on your visit to the West Bank where you can see the famous Valley of the Kings where there are many kings buried in this valley. The most known tombs are King Tutmosis I, Tutmosis III, Tutankhamun, King Ramssess VI, King Mrenptah and AmonhotepII.
- Temple of Hatshepsut1 hour
Then proceed to visit the majestic Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, which was built by Queen Hatshepsut, daughter of Thutmosis I, who ruled Egypt about 20 years during the 18th Dynasty 1490-1469 B.C the only pharaonic woman who reigned ancient Egypt.
- Colossi of Memnon20 minutes
After this we will carry onto the colossi of Memnon where you have the opportunity to take some photographs.
- Valle Delle Regine1 hour
Then Move to visit the magnificent Valley of the Queens where the tomb of the Great Queen Nefertari lies.
- The Karnak Temple2 hours
We now journey to the East Bank in Luxor. Lunch at a local restaurant. After your lunch we will proceed to visit Karnak Temples the greatest example of worship in history dedicated to the God Amon, his wife Mut and their son Khonsu.
- Luxor Temple1 hour
End your tour by visiting the beautiful Temple Of Luxor which was built by Amunhotep III in 18th Dynasty in the New Kingdom and it was completed by Ramesses II during the 19th Dynasty. After you have finished your tours you will be transferred back to your Hotel in Luxor or Luxor International Airport.
What's included
- Admission to Luxor Temple
- Admission to Hatshepsut Temple
- Bottled water
- Egyptologist Guide is Qualified and Fully Licensed
- Lunch
- Private A/C vehicle
- Picking you up from your starting point and return
- Admission to Colossi of Memnon
- Admission to Valley of the Kings & Queens
- Admission to Karnak Temple
Not included
- Any other options
- Tipping
Good to know
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Traveller reviews
4.8★1,087 reviews
100% would recommend!
The very best tour I have ever had the pleasure to have in Egypt - Khaled was extremely knowledgeable, completely fluent in English, exceedingly polite and courteous, and very wonderful to spend the day with.
W6934SVmichaels · Apr 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Good guide and photographer
I had an amazing experience with my tour guide and driver. The day trip was fun, packed with knowledge, and my guide was incredibly kind—he even helped me with photos since I was traveling solo. I had two cameras, and he happily used one to capture dream-worthy shots. Totally recommended!
alanpV4634DO · Apr 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Excellent Day tour of Luxor
Great day in Luxor - Hassan Maghripy and our driver Omran looked after us superbly - covered all the sites at the pace we were happy with. It was very hot and the driver made sure we weren't hanging about in the sun when he picked us up. We opted for the tour versus TUI standard offering - fewer queues, more tailored tour and flexible so that we got to spend the time we're we wanted to. highly recommended
Rebeccaisabrit · Apr 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Luxor 1 day with Khaled Elsmaky
5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ An unforgettable day in Luxor with Khaled! We had an amazing full-day tour of Luxor with our guide Khaled, and we couldn’t be happier. From the moment he picked us up, his warmth and kindness made us feel immediately at ease. Khaled’s knowledge of Egyptian history is truly impressive — he brought every site to life with fascinating stories and details that you would never find in a guidebook. The Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, Karnak, the Colossi of Memnon — each stop was explained with passion and depth, making the whole experience incredibly enriching. What made the day even more special was Khaled’s personality. He was funny, witty, and genuinely caring — always making sure we were comfortable, hydrated, and happy. His courtesy never wavered throughout the entire day. If you are visiting Luxor, stop searching and book with Khaled. He is not just a guide — he is the reason this day became one of the highlights of our entire trip to Egypt. Highly recommended! 🙏
Paolo C · Apr 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Great tour with Khaled
Khaled El Malsky was a fantastic guide. Showed me so much of Luxor on a tight timeline. Would highly recommend.
93nikhilg · Apr 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Knowledgeable and friendly local Luxor guide
Hassan Maghribi was my local Luxor guide. Picked up promptly at 7am from my hotel. Hassan set the tone early at Luxor Temple — he explains things clearly, laces facts with stories, and keeps the tour interactive by asking questions rather than just lecturing. Impressive given he’s only been guiding in English for a year. At Karnak and Hatshepsut Temples he gave a solid introduction then let me roam freely. Valley of the Kings he’d pre-selected three vividly coloured tombs — a thoughtful call that made the hieroglyphics really land. Quick stop at the Colossi of Memnon, then lunch to finish. He’s also practically useful — stepped in when the vendors got pushy and helped with haggling. Day wrapped around 3:30pm, well-paced throughout. Knowledgeable, relaxed, and clearly passionate about what he does. Well worth booking.
521gabbies · Apr 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Lovely day tour full of history
Khaled is a very good guide, very knowledgeable about Egyptian history and very helpful, looking after us the all time. It was extremely interesting and we loved learning and seeing history. The driver Mohamed really polite and really safe driver, always ready with a cool car for us after being in the sun. For us the best part was the Valley of the Artists/Workers. Then we finished off at a local restaurant with authentic and delicious egyptian food.
Cruiser01891360797 · Apr 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Super good , a real experience
Very good organized experience. The driver and guide were super! Mohammed our driver and guide Mohsen were extra ordinary. He showed us everything with many informations and is a Very gentle and charming man. Nothing could be better. Whaw! Thanks
Veerle9450 · Apr 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Fantastic Trip to Dendera
We took a private tour with Nelly to Dendera temple, north of Luxor. She was a fantastic guide- friendly, highly knowledgeable and passionate about Egyptology. This ended up being our favourite temple, and we think we were very lucky to have such an excellent guide take us round! The temple itself is beautiful, and remarkably preserved, the ceilings in particular. We also did the catacombs which were excellent. I would say this is absolutely worth taking the tour from Luxor, and I'd 100% recommend booking with Nelly, if you want an amazing guide!
matthewmV6721MU · Apr 2026 · via Tripadvisor
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