Trip highlights
- Experience a two-day guided tour of Luxor from Hurghada.
- Explore the Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple on the East Bank.
- Discover the Valley of the Kings and the Temple of Hatshepsut on the West Bank.
- See the towering Colossi of Memnon.
- Enjoy an overnight stay in Luxor to maximize sightseeing time.
Overview
The Luxor Overnight Tour from Hurghada is a two-day excursion that allows travelers to explore the ancient city of Thebes fully. By staying overnight, guests have ample time to visit the major monuments on both the East and West Banks of the Nile without the rush of a day trip. The itinerary includes visits to the Karnak and Luxor Temples, the Valley of the Kings, and the Temple of Hatshepsut, along with meals and accommodation in Luxor.
Itinerary
Day 01Arrival and Luxor East Bank
The tour begins with a transfer from Hurghada to Luxor in a modern, air-conditioned vehicle. Upon arrival in Luxor, you will check into your hotel to freshen up. You will then enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant before starting your exploration of the East Bank.
The afternoon is dedicated to the massive Karnak Temple complex, a vast open-air museum and the largest ancient religious site in the world, dedicated to the god Amun-Ra. Following this, you will visit the Luxor Temple, located in the city center, known for its well-preserved statues and obelisks. After the tour, you will be transferred back to your hotel in Luxor for an overnight stay. Meals: Lunch.
Day 02Luxor West Bank and Departure
After breakfast at your hotel, the tour continues to the West Bank of the Nile, the ancient necropolis of Thebes. The first stop is the Valley of the Kings, where you will enter the elaborate underground tombs of the New Kingdom pharaohs.
Next, you will visit the Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari, a stunning structure built into the limestone cliffs that honors Egypt’s famous female pharaoh. The West Bank tour concludes with a viewing of the Colossi of Memnon, two massive stone statues representing Amenhotep III. After finishing the sightseeing, you will have lunch at a local restaurant before beginning the return drive to your hotel in Hurghada. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.
What is included
Included
- Pick-up and drop-off services from your hotel in Hurghada.
- All transfers by air-conditioned van.
- English-speaking guide assistance at the sites mentioned.
- Entrance fees to the mentioned sites.
- Meals: Lunch on Day 1, Breakfast and Lunch on Day 2.
- One bottle of mineral water during the excursion.
- All service charges and taxes.
Not included
- Hotel accommodation, unless expressly included in your written booking confirmation.
- Optional tours not listed in the itinerary.
- Optional activities.
- Visa to Egypt.
- Tipping.
Questions about this trip
How are the Luxor visits divided over the two days?
The first day covers the East Bank, including Karnak and Luxor Temple. The second covers the West Bank, including the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple and the Colossi of Memnon.
Is the Luxor hotel automatically covered by the excursion price?
Hotel accommodation is not included unless your written booking confirmation expressly includes it. Confirm the hotel and room cost before booking the overnight excursion.
Are transfers back to Hurghada included?
The package lists hotel pick-up and drop-off in Hurghada and the air-conditioned transfers. Share the hotel details and any onward plans when confirming the two-day schedule.
