Private tour with an exceptional guide Mark
Wow! Where do we start?!
After thinking (and talking!!) a lot about which trip would meet our requirements, we settled on the Small Group Private tour.
From the moment of booking, even pre trip, communication with the travel company was spot on, with specific details and times of pick up.
Carlos, our driver, was spot on, collecting us on time and taking us to the meeting point with other groups of tourists, all with high levels of excitement of the day ahead.
Moving West as the sun rose, towards Luxor, we were treated to an amazing sunrise with spectacular colours bouncing off the desert mountains 🏔️ .
We got to Luxor bang on time and were greated by the wonderful Mark, who’s first words to us were to welcome us to his family. We were more than VIPs, more than his guests and it came across that way!
He explained the programme which he had created for our day which had obviously taken a lot of thought, time and consideration.
Starting at the Karnak Temple, he shared his vast knowledge, experiences, opinions, sense of humour as he guided us through. There were plenty of opportunities for photos and also advice on how to manage the ‘sales men’ on the way out.
Following the temple visit we headed for The Nile, in blistering heat but with a refreshing ice cream in hand, provided by Mark.
We had the option of detouring for a brief visit up to Banana Island, at a small additional cost, and we are so glad we did! It was filled with local experiences, with the group welcoming us into their home, treating us to a demonstration of their skills and an opportunity (not forced) to purchase some local produce!
After this, we headed back downstream to our lunch stop. Again, with so much thought and planning, we were treated to local cuisine, tastes, spices and dishes.
En route to the Valleys, we stopped in a local store for a demonstration on local skills and papyrus making! This was such a unique opportunity for us and to be able to purchase our own unique gift was such a privilege and reflection on our visit to Luxor and the Nile.
With spirits higher that the temperature (a cool 41 degrees) we headed to the Valley of the Kings. Again, using his experience and knowledge, Mark was able to navigate his way and lead us through the crowds who had headed in the opposite direction. We went to three tombs and also took the option to pay to see the legendary tomb of King Tutankhamen - certainly brought some tears to the eye and what an awesome experience.
We headed back to Carlos, who was once again on hand, with air conditioning very welcome indeed, and to our second visit of local skills, using the land’s resources to make statues, ornaments and plaques.
We were really pleased that there was no pressure on us to buy anything, a welcome change from previous trips, and again, we were able to purchase our own unique piece of art.
Our trip ended appropriately at The Valley of The Queens and we took every opportunity to use Mark’s knowledge and guidance to visit every area of the mountainside!
Such a wonderful day, and we are so grateful to Mark for his time, sharing his passion and deep knowledge with us, welcoming us into his Luxor and making it ours for the day!
Also grateful to Carlos who filled the four hour journey to and from Luxor with calmness and precision driving, even timing the journey home spot on so we were able to experience the sunset over the mountains we had seen 12 hours earlier! A perfect photo to end a perfect day!
Diolch Mark and Carlos - if anyone has an opportunity to ask for a guide and driver, we would definitely recommend these two amazing members of our now ‘extended family!’ - five stars
samhyde72 · авг. 2026 г. · через Tripadvisor
We had a very pleasant...
We had a very pleasant private trip to Luxor and really enjoyed the whole experience. Our driver took us safely to Luxor and back to Hurghada, which was especially appreciated considering the long journey.
Our guide, Ahmed, was very knowledgeable and made sure we learned a lot about Egyptian history and the places we visited. He was friendly, informative and happy to answer our questions.
The meal included in the trip was good, and the short boat trip on the River Nile was the icing on the cake — especially in the heat of the day! It was a lovely way to cool down and enjoy the scenery.
Overall, a very enjoyable and well-organised trip. We would definitely recommend it.
Bartlomiej_L · авг. 2026 г. · через Viator
Amazing from start to finish!!!
What's can I say.... well it was the perfect day. My son who is 12 and myself were treated like VIPs all day long. Never felt so special.
Our driver Yusuf arrived on time and he went above and beyond getting us breakfast and drinks and an ice cream each twice during the day. I felt safe on our journey from Hurghada to Luxor and back again and he was amazing with my son and treated him like a friend all day. He opened my door for me at every stop like a gentleman.
Now our guide Professor Mark. He now had a forever place in both mine and my sons hearts. His knowledge and the way he treated us like family was truly beautiful. He made sure that the tour was best suited to my sons needs and if tou get the chance and have children with you go to banana island and meet the people and animals that live there so so special. If you meet Mark you will know what I mean about the knowledge he has and the way nothing is too much even allowing me to use his WiFi hot spot to contact my husband. I now feel I have a friend for life. I wish him and his family health wealth and happiness.
Book this trip you shall not regret it.
K2107EVfrancescal · авг. 2026 г. · через Tripadvisor
Luxor day visit
We had an absolutely fantastic day on our Luxor tour yesterday. The itinerary was well organised and offered a great mix of history, culture and relaxation. Visiting the Valley of the Kings was an unforgettable experience, and the river cruise along the Nile was a lovely way to take in the scenery. Banana Island was a fun and relaxing stop, and the visit to the basalt factory was really interesting and gave us a chance to see local craftsmanship.
Our guide, Samira, made the whole experience even better. She was incredibly kind, friendly and welcoming throughout the day. Her knowledge of Egyptian history was outstanding, and she explained everything in a way that was both engaging and easy to understand. She was always happy to answer questions, looked after everyone in the group and made sure we had an enjoyable experience from start to finish.
A big thank you as well to our driver, who got us safely to each destination and made the long journey comfortable.
We would highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Hurghada or Luxor. It was excellent value for money, packed with amazing experiences, and made even more special thanks to Samira’s passion and expertise. Five stars!
David_W · авг. 2026 г. · через Viator
Professor Ahmad Elsisi...
Professor Ahmad Elsisi was incredibly knowledgeable, kind, and easy to understand throughout the entire tour. His passion for Egyptian history and his engaging explanations made every site come alive. A special thank you as well to our driver, Bob, who was professional, friendly, and made the journey between sites safe, comfortable, and stress-free. I would definitely recommend this tour to anyone visiting Egypt.
Celina_A · авг. 2026 г. · через Viator
Unforgetable experience
Everything was excellent from start to finish. The trip to Luxor was well organised, professional, and thoroughly enjoyable. A special thank you to Professor Ahmed Elsisi, our guide, whose knowledge, professionalism, and friendly approach made the experience truly memorable. The entire team was helpful, welcoming, and well organised. Highly recommended!
Alis_C · авг. 2026 г. · через Viator
Unforgettable
Honestly, it was magical; Maria is the kindest guide we have ever met, and we travel a lot. Always smiling, available, and knows her subject perfectly.
The site is breathtaking, and the boat trip on the Nile was memorable. This day will remain forever etched in our memory.
The drivers are also top-notch and take great care of us. The traditional restaurant chosen is also great.
My wife and children loved it; it’s a 10/10.
Chems and his family.
chamseddiner2023 · июль 2026 г. · через Tripadvisor · Переведено
Perfect day in Luxor
We were picked up on time by our driver David. He always provided us with water on the way to Luxor. In Luxor, the guide Osama Mohawes conducted the tour with us. Osama informed us very well and entertainingly. He individually addressed our wishes so that we could experience a special day in Luxor. It was a lot of fun, and we can highly recommend Legacy, Osama Mohawes, and David. Thanks to the great team, we felt very comfortable.
Trail61010052204 · июль 2026 г. · через Tripadvisor · Переведено
Wonderful tour in Luxor
We were picked up very punctually by our very nice driver David. He made several stops with us on the way to Luxor and ensured that we always had something to drink. Upon arriving in Luxor, the guide Osama Mohawes welcomed us. He explained everything very well and addressed all our wishes. As needed, we could also adjust the tour; Osama always offered us alternatives to make this tour something special for us. Conclusion: a tour with Legacy Tours, Osama Mohawes, and our driver David: a clear recommendation! Thank you for everything
niklasjeremyn · июль 2026 г. · через Tripadvisor · Переведено
Trip to valley of the kings.
We had an excellent day today with our tour guide Professor Ahmed Elsisi .We went to the valley of the kings ,Temple of Hatshepsut and colossi of Memnon .He was very informative and went into alot of detail on our tours .He was friendly and answered any questions we asked.I would definitely recommend this tour especially with Professor Ahmed Elsisi.
Getaway39862302372 · июль 2026 г. · через Tripadvisor
