CAIRO & LUXOR / THE EXPERIENCE
Luxor: temples, tombs & timeless Egypt.
A CLOSER LOOK AT YOUR DAY
Walk through thousands of years.
Travel from Hurghada to Luxor by air-conditioned bus with an Egyptologist guide. Visit Karnak Temple, the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple and the Colossi of Memnon, with standard entrance tickets, lunch and drinks included.
After an early hotel pickup, travel to Luxor with scheduled rest stops and an Egyptologist guide. Visit Karnak Temple, have lunch, cross to the West Bank, explore the Valley of the Kings with entry to three standard tombs, then visit Hatshepsut Temple and the Colossi of Memnon. An optional Nile boat trip may be offered before the drive back to Hurghada.
THE JOURNEY, STEP BY STEP
How it all unfolds.
Early hotel pickup and drive to Luxor with rest stops as scheduled
Leave your hotel early and travel to Luxor by air-conditioned bus, with rest stops as scheduled. Bring passport or ID and prepare for a full day of road travel and walking.
Visit Karnak Temple with your Egyptologist guide
Visit Karnak Temple with your Egyptologist guide and explore its monumental temple complex. Standard entry is included in the tour.
Lunch at a local restaurant
Take a break for lunch at a local restaurant. Lunch and drinks are included; discuss dietary needs before booking so the available options can be checked.
Cross to Luxor’s West Bank
Continue to the West Bank for the next sightseeing section. Follow the guide for the transfer arrangements; an optional leisure Nile boat trip is a separate extra.
Visit the Valley of the Kings with entry to three standard tombs
Enter the Valley of the Kings and visit three standard tombs included with the program. Special tombs, including Tutankhamun where available, require separate tickets.
Visit Hatshepsut Temple and stop at the Colossi of Memnon
Visit Hatshepsut Temple and stop at the Colossi of Memnon. Wear comfortable shoes and use sun protection for the outdoor sightseeing.
Optional Nile boat trip if offered and purchased
If a Nile boat trip is offered, you can choose it as a paid extra after checking the price and timing. It is not included in the standard tour price.
Drive back to Hurghada
Travel back to Hurghada for hotel drop-off after the sightseeing program. Allow around 15 hours for the day, with timing dependent on traffic and operations.
Timings and the order of stops can change with conditions and operational arrangements. Your confirmed trip instructions give the final meeting details.
KNOW WHAT YOU’RE CHOOSING
The details, made simple.
Included in your experience
- A/C bus transportation
- Egyptologist guide
- Karnak Temple standard entry
- Valley of the Kings standard entry + 3 standard tombs
- Hatshepsut Temple
- Colossi of Memnon
- Lunch
- Drinks
- Hurghada pickup/drop-off
Extra or not included
- Tutankhamun and other special tomb tickets
- Optional Nile boat trip
- Personal expenses
A LITTLE PREPARATION GOES A LONG WAY
Before you go.
Hotel pickup & transfers
Hurghada hotel pickup and return are included. Transfers outside Hurghada are quoted separately. Send your exact hotel and all travellers’ ages to confirm the complete transfer price and pickup time.
What to bring
Bring comfortable walking shoes, sun protection and a light layer. Carry the identification requested in your trip instructions and allow for a long day of travel.
A few things to know
Paid extras: Special tombs such as Tutankhamun require separate tickets if available. A Nile boat trip, if offered, and personal purchases are extra.
YOUR QUESTIONS, ANSWERED
A little clarity.
How much is the Luxor bus tour for a couple or a family of four?+
Two adults pay €130. Two adults with two children aged 4–9 pay €200; guests aged 10 and over pay the adult fare. Infants aged 0–3 have a separate €20 fare and must be included in your booking details. These are the standard fare totals with Hurghada pickup, before any outside-Hurghada transfer supplement or chosen extras.
How many guests can join, and is the tour private?+
This is a shared bus tour for a maximum of 30 guests. The booking is not for a private bus.
Is Tutankhamun’s tomb included?+
No. Special tombs such as Tutankhamun require a separate ticket if available.
Is the Nile boat trip included?+
No, it is optional if offered on the day.
What about pickup from hotels outside Hurghada?+
Hurghada pickup and drop-off are included. Any applicable supplement for hotels outside Hurghada is confirmed before booking.
What information do you need for hotel pickup?+
Send your hotel name, room number when available, and phone or WhatsApp number. We confirm your exact pickup time after checking the hotel.
Is the trip suitable if I have limited mobility?+
The day includes bus travel, walking and steps at the sites. Tell us your mobility needs before booking so transport and site access can be checked.
Can you accommodate dietary requirements?+
Tell us your allergies or dietary requirements before booking. Special meal arrangements depend on availability and need advance confirmation.
Are optional tickets and the Nile trip compulsory?+
No. Standard admissions are included. Special-entry tickets and a Nile boat trip, if offered, are paid extras; check the price and available time before purchasing.