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Luxor Tours: 15 Ways Across the River

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Half of Luxor is the east bank temples and half is the tombs across the river, and the tombs need an early start before the heat. These 15 sort the balloon flights, the full-day crossings and the Hurghada day trips by price and start time.

Hurghada: Luxor Valley of the Kings & Tutankhamun Tomb Trip - Karnak Temple: start with ancient Egypt at full volume
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Hurghada: Luxor Valley of the Kings & Tutankhamun Tomb Trip

1.Luxor Valley of the Kings & Tutankhamun Tomb Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 13,208 reviews · from $76Our pick

Travel from Hurghada to Luxor by air-conditioned van for a full day of temples, royal tombs, and ancient stories. Visit Karnak, the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut’s Temple, and the Colossi of Memnon with guides such as Nana, Doa, or Shaban. Lunch, water, snacks, and hotel transfers are included. Tutankhamun’s tomb and a Nile boat crossing cost extra.

“Doa was amazing! The whole experience would be better in smaller groups as waiting around for everyone to be done was slightly long and tiring :)”

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Luxor Day Trip from Hurghada Small Group & Tutankhamun Tomb - Hatshepsut’s temple and the story of a woman pharaoh
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Luxor Day Trip from Hurghada Small Group & Tutankhamun Tomb

2.Luxor Day Trip from Hurghada Small Group & Tutankhamun Tomb

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 5,366 reviews · 14 hours · from $95

Travel from Hurghada or Safaga to Luxor in a small group of up to eight. Visit Karnak, Hatshepsut’s temple, the Valley of the Kings, Tutankhamun’s tomb if booked, and the Colossi of Memnon. Guides such as Romany Hanna, Christine Isaac, Karam, and Smiley bring the sites to life, while the long minivan ride makes this a full but rewarding day.

“the full day was amazing, our guide Christine Isaac was great so nice and helpful. we learnt so much from her. all good organised went smooth”

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Hot Air Balloon Ride in Luxor Egypt with Transfers Included - The 4:30 am pickup and crossing to the West Bank
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Hot Air Balloon Ride in Luxor Egypt with Transfers Included

3.Hot Air Balloon Ride in Luxor Egypt with Transfers Included

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,319 reviews · from $75Top rated

You’ll leave around 4:30 am, ride by air-conditioned vehicle to the West Bank, attend a safety briefing, and float above Luxor as the sun rises. An English-speaking guide points out Karnak, Hatshepsut Temple, the Colossi of Memnon, and the Nile. Abdo, Youssri, Omar, and Ali have guided flights, though staff may vary.

“Amazing to watch all the balloons being inflated at the same time - and realising there were at least 40! It all seemed chaotic but it was clearly well organised, given how many people were there. A great experience overall and worth getting up for at such an early time”

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Small group Hurghada to Luxor, Valley of the Kings by Van - The 4:00 am departure from Hurghada
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Small group Hurghada to Luxor, Valley of the Kings by Van

4.Small group Hurghada to Luxor, Valley of the Kings by Van

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,470 reviews · from $35

Travel from Hurghada to Luxor in a small group of up to 15, with hotel pickup, lunch, an Egyptologist guide, and visits to Karnak Temple, the Colossi of Memnon, Hatshepsut’s temple, and the Valley of the Kings. Guides such as Ahmed, Nana, Nazer, and Khaled lead tours in several languages. Entrance fees depend on the option selected.

“Everything was great. I have been joining the Spanish tour with Khaled and this guide is amazing. In case I will be coming back to Egypt, I will book a tour with him for sure. Thank you all! It has been an incredible experience:)”

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Luxor: Shared Full-Day Tour to Luxor West and East Banks - The Valley of the Kings and its painted tombs
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Luxor: Shared Full-Day Tour to Luxor West and East Banks

5.Shared Full-Day Tour to Luxor West and East Banks

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,812 reviews · 8 hours · from $90

Spend a packed day crossing Luxor’s east and west banks with an Egyptologist guide. Visit the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut’s terraces, the Colossi of Memnon, Karnak, and Luxor Temple, with lunch included. Guides such as Ahmed Bahaa, Alaa Hassan, Gabriel, and Adam are praised for clear storytelling, photo help, and flexible timing.

“The best of the tour was the guide guy, they really explained everything to us and also one of the best things is that he was very welcoming and smiled all day 😊”

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Luxor: Hot Air Balloon Ride over Luxor Relics - The pre-dawn pickup and Nile crossing
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Luxor: Hot Air Balloon Ride over Luxor Relics

6.Hot Air Balloon Ride over Luxor Relics

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,681 reviews · 3 hours · from $88

Start before dawn with pickup in central Luxor, cross to the West Bank, and rise above the Nile Valley for about 30 minutes. You may spot Hatshepsut’s Temple, the Colossi of Memnon, Karnak, Habu Temple, and the Ramesseum. Guides such as Khaled, Yousry, Abdo, and Captain Omar have earned praise for clear briefings and careful landings.

“Great guide and very well organised. We were picked up on time and after picking up some more guests from nearby hotels we went straight to the ferry and then to a waiting car and then straight to the balloon site. The flying was fantastic and very friendly pilot. A great experience!”

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Luxor Day Tour: Valley of Kings & Queens & Hatchepsut Temples - Hatshepsut Temple and the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari
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Luxor Day Tour: Valley of Kings & Queens & Hatchepsut Temples

7.Luxor Day Tour: Valley of Kings & Queens & Hatchepsut Temples

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,496 reviews · from $89

Spend about eight hours touring Luxor’s West Bank in a private, air-conditioned vehicle with a licensed Egyptologist. Visit the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, Medinet Habu, Deir el-Medina, the Valley of the Queens, Colossi of Memnon, and the Tombs of the Nobles. Guides such as Abdo, Roshdy, and Mohamed Awad have earned strong praise for clear explanations and personal service.

“My guide, Mohamed Awad was extremely knowledgeable—he pointed out details I would have easily missed and explained the meaning behind many of the hieroglyphics. I truly appreciated his guidance and would definitely recommend him and book with him again.”

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Full Day Tour to East and West Banks of Luxor - Hatshepsut’s temple brings the West Bank to life
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Full Day Tour to East and West Banks of Luxor

8.Full Day Tour to East and West Banks of Luxor

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,449 reviews · from $15Best value

Spend about eight hours exploring Luxor’s East and West Banks in a private air-conditioned vehicle. Visit the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut, Colossi of Memnon, Luxor Temple, and Karnak. Add a guide, entry fees, and lunch, or keep the low-cost transport-only option.

“This is a great tour for east and west banks in one day. The guide spoke very good english and was very informative. She seemed to have boundless energy. In retrospect it would be better to do it in two days. We also had the misfortune of 41C temperatures which affected our energy levels but the guide was great. There was also a visit to an alabaster factory for the shopping stop. It was interesting to see. We did not take the lunch option but still ended up there and paid separately 500 pounds each. The food was buffet and good but I would have appreciated being asked about the…”

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Luxor: Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut Temple Day Tour - Entering the Valley of the Kings
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Luxor: Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut Temple Day Tour

9.Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut Temple Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 1,404 reviews · 5 hours · from $50

Spend five hours on Luxor’s West Bank with a guide such as Alaa Hassan, Asma, Mohamed Refaaie, or Fatma Anas. Visit the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, and Colossi of Memnon, then eat a local lunch. Hotel pickup, transport, entrance fees on selected options, and an English guide are included.

“Our guide Alaa Hassan was incredibly good. He guided us through the Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut temple and he was very professional, friendly and helpful. Everything was clear from the very beginning and on time. We really appreciated his guidance and company!”

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Hurghada: 2-Day Luxor Tour with Hotel, Balloon, & Boat Ride - The four-hour road from Hurghada to Luxor
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Hurghada: 2-Day Luxor Tour with Hotel, Balloon, & Boat Ride

10.2-Day Luxor Tour with Hotel, Balloon, & Boat Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,113 reviews · 2 days · from $270

Leave Hurghada at 5:00 am for a two-day Luxor trip with a private air-conditioned car, hotel, meals, and an Egyptologist. You’ll visit Luxor and Karnak temples, sail by felucca at sunset, fly over the West Bank at sunrise, and explore the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, and Memnon Colossi. Guides such as Aladdin, Hassan, Hamdy, and Manal have earned strong praise for clear explanations and personal care.

“Mohamed alazeb was really helpful with is. He knows all the history of Egypt.”

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Luxury Sunrise Balloon Ride in Luxor with Hotel Pickup - What you see during the 30-minute flight
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Luxury Sunrise Balloon Ride in Luxor with Hotel Pickup

11.Luxury Sunrise Balloon Ride in Luxor with Hotel Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,104 reviews · from $60

Leave your Luxor hotel or boat around 4:30 a.m. for the West Bank launch site. After coffee or tea, you board a large basket for a sunrise flight over the Nile, Valley of the Kings, desert, and ancient landmarks. Pilot Ramadan has earned praise for smooth, calm flights. The outing lasts about three hours, with pickup, drop-off, and fees included.

“You may have to be man handled into/out of the basket...however don't let that put you off. Fabulous experience.”

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Hurghada: Luxor Tour with Valley of Kings, Karnak & Tut Tomb - The pre-dawn pickup and five-hour road journey
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Hurghada: Luxor Tour with Valley of Kings, Karnak & Tut Tomb

12.Luxor Tour with Valley of Kings, Karnak & Tut Tomb

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,082 reviews · 15 hours · from $103

Travel from Hurghada to Luxor in a small group of up to 15, with an Egyptologist guide, lunch, snacks, water, and entrance tickets. You’ll see Karnak, Hatshepsut’s temple, the Colossi of Memnon, and the Valley of the Kings. Add Tutankhamun’s tomb for one of Egypt’s most memorable visits.

“I am overall really happy that we booked this trip. Our guide Huda is an amazing tourguide. She has immense knowledge and a captivating personality. She was actively engaged throughout, gave thorough and satisfying answers to questions, and told stories in an engaging way. During the trip, she paid attention to everyone, making sure no one was left behind. She has a unique style and an entertaining, approachable personality. We also did a short Nile boat trip to the restaurant in Luxor which was a surprise for me. The only negative for me was the length of the bus journey. Sitting in one place for such a long time is…”

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VIP Luxor Day Tour from Hurghada, Small group the top operator - The Nile crossing and lunch on Luxor’s east bank
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VIP Luxor Day Tour from Hurghada, Small group the top operator

13.VIP Luxor Day Tour from Hurghada, Small group the top operator

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 980 reviews · from $130

Leave Hurghada around 4:15am for Luxor with driver Ahmed and guide Said. Visit Karnak, three Valley of the Kings tombs, Hatshepsut’s temple, and the Colossi of Memnon, with lunch and hotel transfers included. Expect a small-group minibus, Wi-Fi, charging points, snacks, and a very full 12 to 15-hour day.

“After advise from our driver Ahmed, we exchanged day to go on our trip, and we are so happy we did! He showed up at the agreed upon pickup time with a clean, comfy and cozy bus filled with ice cold drinks and plenty of snacks including both chocolate, dates, and all kindRead more”

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Hurghada: Small-Group Luxor Highlights & Tut Tomb Day Tour - The five-hour journey from Hurghada
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Hurghada: Small-Group Luxor Highlights & Tut Tomb Day Tour

14.Small-Group Luxor Highlights & Tut Tomb Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 928 reviews · 15 hours · from $105

Leave Hurghada before dawn for a full day in Luxor with an Egyptologist guide such as Adam, Hamdy, or Ahmed Bahaa. Visit Karnak, the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, and the Colossi of Memnon. Lunch, snacks, water, hotel transfers, and optional felucca sailing are included, while Tutankhamun’s tomb and entrance fees depend on your chosen option.

“Adem was a very good guide. He explained everything clearly without making it boring. We were very satisfied. Thank you for everything”

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Hurghada: Luxor Highlights & King Tut Tomb Tour with Lunch - The 4.5-hour journey from Hurghada
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Hurghada: Luxor Highlights & King Tut Tomb Tour with Lunch

15.Luxor Highlights & King Tut Tomb Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 902 reviews · 15 hours · from $150

Travel from Hurghada to Luxor by air-conditioned minivan with an Egyptologist guide such as Adam, Hamdy, or Mohamed Alazeb. Visit Karnak, three Valley of the Kings tombs, Tutankhamun’s tomb, Hatshepsut’s Temple, and the Colossi of Memnon. Lunch and a traditional felucca ride are included, with private groups available.

“Amr as our tour guide was fantastic. Professional, very knowledgable and patient. We had an amazing day tour and saw the most incredible sites in Luxor! Our transportation with Abdo was equally brilliant. He was very kind, drove with great professionalism and had an excellent car. Overall we highly recommend this tour to everyone.”

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