18-Hour Luxor Highlights Bus Tour from Hurghada with Egyptologist

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Marvel at the Temple of Karnak and the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut
• 02 Enjoy delicious Egyptian dishes at a high-class restaurant in Luxor
• 03 Visit the Valley of the Kings and be amazed by the Colossi of Memnon
• 04 Follow an Egyptologist guide and discover the history of the Pharaohs

Explore the renowned monuments of Luxor and delve into the Pharaohs' rich history and impressive architectural legacy on this day trip from Hurghada. Visit the Temple of Karnak, the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatshepsut, and the Colossi of Memnon as you discover why Luxor, on the East Bank of the Nile River, is known as the "world's greatest open-air museum." This is one of the most popular excursions for visitors to Egypt's Red Sea region.

Explore the renowned monuments of Luxor and delve into the Pharaohs' rich history and impressive architectural legacy on this day trip from Hurghada.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 18 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Hurghada, Luxor

Languages English, French, German, Polish, Russian

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

Luxor by Bus from Hurghada

• Take a day excursion from Hurghada to see some of Egypt's finest historic sites in the Luxor Valley.
• Benefit from complimentary pickup and drop-off, along with the services of an Egyptologist guide, as you explore some of the most important landmarks of Ancient Egypt.
• After pickup from your hotel, drive to Luxor to visit some of the most famous monuments in Egypt, including the Temple of Karnak.
• Relax over lunch at a local restaurant, then take a traditional Egyptian motor boat to cross the Nile River to the opposite bank (optional).
• See the impressive Colossi of Memnon, the last remnants of the Temple of Amenophis III.
• Be enthralled by the architecture of the Valley of the Kings and visit the Temple of Hatshepsut, one of the female rulers of Ancient Egypt.
• After finishing your program in this historic city, transportation will take you back to your hotel in Hurghada.
• If you plan to stay in Luxor and not return to Hurghada, you need to choose the option (Shared Group with Entry Fees, One Way Transfer to Luxor).

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off in an air-conditioned vehicle
• Soft drinks or water on board
• Egyptologist guide
• Lunch at a restaurant in Luxor (drinks extra)
• Luxor city tour

What's Not Included

• Pickup and drop-off at Sahl Hasheesh, El Gouna, Safaga, or Soma Bay (extra transfer)
• Drinks in the restaurant (extra charge)
• Optional 20-minute cruise (10 EUR paid in cash onsite)

What to bring

• Camera
• Comfortable shoes
• Sunglasses
• Cash

Know before you go

• The journey from Hurghada to Luxor is around 5 hours by minibus. For the long ride, it is recommended that you bring a book or prepare some music.
• If you plan to stay in Luxor and do not return to Hurghada, you must choose the option (Shared Group with Entry Fees, One Way Transfer to Luxor).
• Please provide your hotel room number, as the Egyptian government requires this regarding the COVID-19 protocol. If you do not yet know it, please put N/A and let the local partner know once you do.
• If you prefer to stay in Luxor, you must inform your provider at least 24 hours in advance and receive confirmation.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Hurghada, Egypt

Tour start

Hurghada, Red Sea Governorate, Egypt

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.