Embark on a journey across the desert from Hurghada to Luxor, an ancient city often referred to as the largest outdoor museum on Earth. This extensive private tour of one day enables you to explore the Karnak Temple, the Colossi of Memnon, the Temple of Hatshepsut, and needless to say, the Valley of the Kings. A meal at lunch is part of the package.
Embark on a journey across the desert from Hurghada to Luxor, an ancient city often referred to as the largest outdoor museum on Earth. This extensive private tour of one day enables you to explore the Karnak Temple, the Colossi of Memnon, the Temple of Hatshepsut, and needless to say, the Valley of the Kings. A meal at lunch is part of the package.
- Hurghada - Guests will be picked up early from their hotel in Hurghada. They will travel in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle to explore the magnificent temples in Luxor. The exact pickup time will be confirmed the day before the excursion. Around 7:00 a.m., there will be a 20-minute stop for a restroom break (for a small fee) or to enjoy…
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Hurghada - Guests will be picked up early from their hotel in Hurghada. They will travel in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle to explore the magnificent temples in Luxor. The exact pickup time will be confirmed the day before the excursion. Around 7:00 a.m., there will be a 20-minute stop for a restroom break (for a small fee) or to enjoy breakfast brought from the hotel. The journey to Luxor will then continue.
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Temple of Karnak - The Karnak Temple Complex, resembling a village, includes several temples, chapels, and other structures. The name Karnak, meaning ‘fortified village’ in Arabic, reflects this layout. Situated in Karnak, Luxor Governorate, on the east bank of the Nile River in southern Egypt, the temple dates from approximately 2055 BC to around 100 AD. It was constructed as a cult temple dedicated to the gods Amun, Mut, and Khonsu. As the largest religious building ever constructed, it was referred to as “most select of places” by the ancient Egyptians.
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Luxor - Following the visit to Karnak Temple, the tour will proceed to a restaurant on the Nile for a buffet lunch. After visiting the Hatshepsut Temple, guests will visit an alabaster stone factory to observe the crafting process. There, they can purchase gifts, use the restroom for free, and enjoy complimentary soft drinks.
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Temple of Hatshepsut - The Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir El-Bahri is one of Egypt’s most unique temples. Unlike most New Kingdom funerary temples, it was constructed from limestone. Built to honor Queen Hatshepsut’s (18th Dynasty) achievements, it served as her funerary temple and a sanctuary for the god Amon Ra. The temple illustrates the conflict between Hatshepsut and her nephew and son-in-law, Tuthmosis III, as many of her statues were destroyed and her Cartouches damaged by Tuthmosis III’s followers after her mysterious death. The renowned temple of Hatshepsut (c.1473–1458 BC), the queen who became pharaoh, is located in Deir al-Bahari on Luxor’s west bank. Its three man-made terraces rise toward the cliff face, creating a breathtaking sight.
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Valley of The Kings - The Valley of the Kings, or Wādī Al-Mulūk in Arabic, also known as the Valley of the Tombs of the Kings or Wādī Bībān al-Mulūk, is a long, narrow valley just west of the Nile River in Upper Egypt. Part of the ancient city of Thebes, it served as the burial site for nearly all the pharaohs of the 18th, 19th, and 20th dynasties (1539–1075 BCE), from Thutmose I to Ramses X. Located behind Dayr al-Baḥrī, the 62 known tombs vary in design and decoration. The tombs typically feature a descending corridor with deep shafts to deter robbers, leading to pillared chambers or vestibules. At the corridor’s end is a burial chamber with a stone sarcophagus for the royal mummy, surrounded by storage chambers filled with furniture and equipment for the king’s use in the afterlife.
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Colossi of Memnon - The Colossi of Memnon are two massive statues of the 18th Dynasty Pharaoh Amenhotep III, originally intended to guard his mortuary temple on the Nile’s western bank, opposite Luxor. These two faceless colossi (the plural of colossus, meaning larger-than-life statue) are the first sight for visitors arriving at the west bank of the Nile opposite Luxor. Their impressive dimensions—standing 60 feet (18 m) tall and weighing an estimated 720 tons each—make them an unforgettable landmark.

- Guided sightseeing by licensed historical guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Lunch included
- All service charges and taxes covered
- Multilingual escort throughout the tour
- Private air-conditioned vehicle for all transfers
- Guided sightseeing by licensed historical guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Lunch included
- All service charges and taxes covered
- Multilingual escort throughout the tour
- Private air-conditioned vehicle for all transfers
- Gratuities
- There is an extra charge for transfers from El Gouna, Sahl Hasheesh, Makadi Bay or Soma Bay 15$.
- Breakfast (please order a Breakfast box from your hotel)
- Gratuities
- There is an extra charge for transfers from El Gouna, Sahl Hasheesh, Makadi Bay or Soma Bay 15$.
- Breakfast (please order a Breakfast box from your hotel)
- Operated by a multilingual guide
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Please dress appropriately
- Operated by a multilingual guide
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Please dress appropriately
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.