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Luxor and Valley of the Kings Day Tour from Hurghada: Uncover Ancient Egyptian Treasures
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Makadi Bay
Uncover ancient Egyptian treasures on a guided day tour to Luxor and Valley of the Kings from Hurghada. Explore the greatest outdoor museum in the world and visit the tombs of pharaohs and nobles.
Uncover ancient Egyptian treasures on a guided day tour to Luxor and Valley of the Kings from Hurghada. Explore the greatest outdoor museum in the world and visit the tombs of pharaohs and nobles.
Duration:
12 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Temple of Karnak - Situated in Karnak, within the Luxor Governorate in southern Egypt, the Karnak Temple is positioned on the eastern bank of the Nile River.
- Valley of the Kings - The rulers from the Eighteenth, Nineteenth, and Twentieth Dynasties of Egypt’s flourishing New Kingdom (circa 1550–1069 BC) were interred in a barren dry river…
- Temple of Karnak - Situated in Karnak, within the Luxor Governorate in southern Egypt, the Karnak Temple is positioned on the eastern bank of the Nile River.
- Valley of the Kings - The rulers from the Eighteenth, Nineteenth, and Twentieth Dynasties of Egypt’s flourishing New Kingdom (circa 1550–1069 BC) were interred in a barren dry river valley opposite the ancient city of Thebes (now Luxor), which is why it is known today as the Valley of the Kings. This name is somewhat misleading, as it also includes burials of some royal family members other than the king, as well as a few non-royal but highly esteemed individuals. The Valley of the Kings is split into the East and West Valleys. The eastern valley is the more renowned of the two, as the western valley contains only a few tombs. Altogether, the Valley of the Kings comprises over sixty tombs and an additional twenty unfinished ones that are essentially pits.
- Hatshepsut - Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut
The mortuary temple of Hatshepsut (circa 1478/72-1458 B.C.E.) originates from the New Kingdom. It is nestled at the base of cliffs in a natural “bay” on Luxor’s West Bank. This location had long been sacred to the goddess Hathor and was the site of the earlier mortuary temple and tomb of King Nebhepetre Mentuhotep (circa 2008-1957 B.C.E.) of the Middle Kingdom (with the ramp visible on the far left). Following the advent of Christianity, Hatshepsut’s temple was repurposed as a monastery, hence its current name, Deir el-Bahri, which means “Northern Monastery” in Arabic.
Hatshepsut was a female pharaoh who depicted herself in art as a male. She acted as co-regent with her nephew Thutmose III (circa 1479-1425 B.C.E.).
The Polish National Academy of Sciences oversees the study and restoration of the temple’s three levels. By spring 1995, the first two levels were nearly finished, while the top level was still undergoing reconstruction.
What's Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- English-speaking tour guide
- Lunch
- All transfers by A/C Van
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- English-speaking tour guide
- Lunch
- All transfers by A/C Van
What's Not Included
- Drinks
- Drinks
Additional Information
Immerse yourself in an iconic historical location for a day. Take part in our guided day tour, discovering the renowned archaeological wonders of Luxor and the Valley of Kings. Often dubbed the world’s most impressive open-air museum, Luxor, previously known as Thebes, is sure to take your breath away. Occupying the west bank of the Nile across from…
Immerse yourself in an iconic historical location for a day. Take part in our guided day tour, discovering the renowned archaeological wonders of Luxor and the Valley of Kings. Often dubbed the world’s most impressive open-air museum, Luxor, previously known as Thebes, is sure to take your breath away. Occupying the west bank of the Nile across from contemporary Luxor is the Valley of Kings, a site that, over an era of almost 500 years, has been the burial place for pharaohs and influential dignitaries.
- Bottle of water
- Passport
- Sun glasses and hat
- Sunscreen
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Location
Makadi Bay
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(28 Ratings)
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Y6046gsahmedb
Mar 24, 2026
Amazing hotel ✅ - We had a wonderful stay at Serenity Alma Heights and overall it was a very enjoyable experience.
The hotel is beautiful, clean, and well organized. The atmosphere is lively and welcoming, perfect for both families and couples looking for fun and relaxation. The staff are very friendly, helpful, and always smiling, which really makes a difference during the stay.
The animation team was amazing – full of energy, always engaging with guests, and providing great activities during the day and entertaining shows at night.
The aqua park and theme park are a big highlight of the hotel, especially for families with kids. There are many pools, slides, and activities, so you never feel bored.
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A-a-a-a-w-w
Mar 12, 2026
A Memorable Day Trip to Luxor from Makadina - I thought this trip was fantastic and not to be missed. Communication was very clear using WhatsApp for updates on the morning pick up at my hotel Makadina Jaz. The drivers were friendly and we were provided with a breakfast croissant and a juice drink. The mini van was comfortable and we stopped half way on route for a break. They sold excellent cappuccinos! The guide was good but talked quite quickly so I had to really concentrate. The Karnak Temple was so impressive. No wonder it has been used as a great film location. Hard to believe it was built over 2,000 years ago. The trip also included an optional cruise on the Nile (€10) which is absolutely worth it, arriving to where we had a buffet lunch. The tour then continued to the Valley of the Kings and then onto Hatshpsot. Both very impressive to see. The mini van returned perfectly on time back to the hotel. One thing to note is to bring extra Euros (this seems to be the preferred currency) just to have handy, especially for the loos.
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L5468uulaurap
Sep 11, 2025
Amazing experience - One of the best experiences in Egypt would highly recommend making the trip.
Our tour guid was very knowledgeable and helpful.
The bus journey was comfortable and the sights and history were amazing.
It was still very hot so do take suncream and drink plenty.
Good value for money.
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Luvlylynzi
Jun 5, 2025
5 star experience highly recommend - Went on this trip yesterday, was picked up at 4am by drivers hanny & mahmood in air conditioned mini bus. After picking up other guests hanny gave us water, juice box and breakfast roll and explained we would stop for comfort break half way to Luxor . At Luxor we met our guide ya-ya who took us to Karnak temple, cruise on the Nile (€10 )valley of the kings and the temple of hatshep sut we was also to see how alabaster is carved , buffet lunch ( included )and to the valley of the kings so prepare for a full on day in hot hot hot temperatures. We took a sun brolly which helped and yaya try’s to seek shade when giving talks which was fab. Ya ya is very knowledgeable and passionate about the sites giving incite full information that makes you feel the energy and power of the history of this beautiful place. I normally wait until I’ve finished my holiday before writing reviews but because would highly recommend using this company. I don’t want others to miss out.
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Yehiac2017
May 3, 2025
Discover Egypt history - Great peace of history. If you have someone like karam you will learn a lots about Egypt. Do not your travel operators use local services like Get you Gide App same services fraction of the prices. I will recommended this experience big time.
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Adolfomj2547eu
Apr 16, 2025
Very satisfied - The experience of visiting Luxor is always amazing, it is our second time. The organization of Ranco Travel has been magnificent. Punctuality, sympathy and the guide, Karam, very good. Everybody came out great. 100% recommended.
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Tracygi
Mar 24, 2025
Excellent service and trip - Excellent trip provided by Ranco travel to Luxor. Great communication in the days leading up to the day of the trip. Pick up was 4.30am and this was smooth with no issues, transport was in a comfortable air conditioned van and which we shared with three other couples. We were given a snack and water on the way and smooth journey meant we were able to sleep. The trip itself- wow! Amazing templates and valley of the kings. Well worth the journey. Our tour guide Karam was very knowledgeable and informative and we learnt so much about Egyptian history. Lunch was pleasant, we reached the restaurant by boat (optional extra not to be missed!) cruising down the Nile- another wow! We left after seeing the sights promptly at 4.30pm and after a brief comfort stop and break for complementary ice cream provided, we reached our hotel in good time ready for last sittings at evening meal. THANKYOU
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Angela_h
Jan 26, 2026
Fun day with enthusiastic guidance - Cristine knows and tells a lot. Is very enthusiastic and very friendly.
She was a great guide!!!!
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F5903sfsabrinaz
Feb 9, 2026
The excursion could be more lively and informative - We booked a small group excursion from Hurghada to Luxor and the Valley of the Kings. 14 h became 15.5 h, of which pure driving time to and fro was 9 h. Mega busy day with many very nice impressions. Unfortunately, our guide was a little speechless and left the exploration to us partly on our own. At the last temple, he didn't even go there. Well, the car was dead silent with 8 guests and 2 drivers and two guides.
Transfer worked very well though. Snacks and drinks were also distributed.
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Shatterwood-customs
Dec 26, 2025
Too much too short - Not a bad trip for what it is. Long drive to and back in a Van with pretty uncomfortable seat arrangement and 100’s of checkpoint stops or the 45min wait to be able to leave Safaga city limits.
An additional boat ride across the Nile for a surcharge we did not sign up for, the lunch that was quality wise below average and gave the both of us a hell of a heartburn.
Leaving at 4am you get tho the vallley by 2pm after Karnak and sideswipe Luxor temple to my dismay.
All the “activities” take time off the main visit to the tombs in the Valley. In the end we felt rushed through with very little time (8min per offered by the guide). I would have loved to spend a bit more time without the freight train walk like so many other visitors. It felt push and shove all day leaving 4pm back to Hurghada, the drive raising your neck hair as the guy behind the wheel seems to need to get home quick. Awful!
We brought our own food from the hotel. Water is supplied but warm, refreshments not available or need to be bought from the “shops” they funnel you through ( selling mostly cheap tourist rubbish), also the 1h visit to a craft shop which again takes time off you signed up visit to the temple areas.
All in all we had a mixed mood experience, but the disappointment overshadows the day trip.
The guide made a good effort to explain a few things, but a good read in a history book would be a good lesson for him as some of the history facts mentioned were far from the truth or just plain fiction.
Like Agamemnon. Greek … defeated Troy.:: not Egyptian from Luxor… just because of a statue on the West Bank. Had a brother too ..Menelaus, not Hector. See Greek scribble on his right foot.
Would I do the trip again? Probably yes, but not with this mob.
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