A Day Trip to Luxor from Hurghada

About this tour

A Day Trip to Luxor from Hurghada

A day trip from Hurghada to Luxor is a very popular excursion, allowing visitors to experience some of Egypt’s most incredible ancient sites. Here’s a breakdown of what you can typically expect:

Key Highlights:

• Journey:
  • The journey from Hurghada to Luxor by road takes approximately 3 to 5 hours, depending on the specific tour and traffic.
  • Tours usually involve travel by air-conditioned bus or minivan.
• Sites Visited:
  • Valley of the Kings:
    • This is the burial site of many pharaohs, including the famous Tutankhamun.
    • You’ll have the opportunity to explore several elaborately decorated tombs.
  • Temple of Karnak:
    • One of the largest religious complexes in the world.
    • A truly awe-inspiring site with massive columns and intricate carvings.
  • Temple of Hatshepsut:
    • A stunning mortuary temple dedicated to Queen Hatshepsut, one of Egypt’s few female pharaohs.
    • Known for its unique terraced design.
  • Colossi of Memnon:
    • Two massive stone statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III.
    • These are the remaining remnants of his mortuary temple.
• Tour Included:
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off.
  • Transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle.

• Tour Excluded:
  • Services of an Egyptologist guide.
  • Lunch at a local restaurant.
  • Entrance fees to the mentioned sites.

Things to Consider:

• Long Day:
  • These trips are typically full-day excursions, often lasting 14 to 16 hours, due to the travel time.
• Heat:
  • Luxor can get very hot, especially during the summer months.
  • It’s essential to bring sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water.
• Comfortable Shoes:
  • You’ll be doing a lot of walking, so comfortable shoes are a must.
• Optional Extras:
  • Some tours may offer optional extras, such as a felucca ride on the Nile or a visit to Tutankhamun’s tomb (which may require an additional ticket).

Sedan Car

Max: 2 Passengers

$130

 

Mini Bus

Max: 8 Passengers

$170