Tour programs vary, and you can see their descriptions below.
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Historical Luxor
The excursion begins with a visit to Dendera, located near the city of Qena. This place is famous for its temple of the Goddess of love and beauty — Hathor.Hathor is one of the most beloved and revered goddesses of Ancient Egypt. Her image is as multifaceted as her patronage. She was the goddess of the sky, love, beauty, music, dance, motherhood, and fertility. Her name literally means “The House of Horus”, which emphasizes her role as the heavenly dwelling of the falcon god Horus, the protector and mother of all pharaohs. This temple is one of the most impressive and best-preserved in Egypt. Here you will see the unique “birthing room”, as well as elegant walls decorated with hieroglyphs and depictions of gods, where ancient colors have been preserved to this day.
After Dendera, you will head to the city of Luxor, considered the largest open-air museum in the world. Here you will see the famous Temple of Karnak.
Karnak is the most grandiose temple complex of Ancient Egypt, which for centuries was the main religious center of the country. It is not just a temple but an entire city built in honor of the Theban triad: the supreme god Amun-Ra, his wife Mut, and their son Khonsu. It is a magnificent architectural structure built by the pharaohs during their reign. You will hear a fascinating story about its history and significance. It boasts majestic columns and statues that inspire awe in every visitor.
Next, you will go to the Valley of the Dead, where you will visit the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and see the Colossi of Memnon.
Optionally, for an additional fee, you can take a boat ride to the Banana Plantation and visit the Valley of the Kings or the Valley of the Queens (the price will be determined on-site). You can book and pay for this part of the excursion directly with the guide on the bus, upon agreement.
This trip also includes lunch in a local restaurant, where you can enjoy traditional Egyptian dishes. At the end of the day, you will return by bus to Hurghada, carrying unforgettable impressions of all the most famous sights of Luxor and new knowledge about the rich history and culture of Ancient Egypt.
This excursion offers a unique opportunity to see some of the most famous landmarks of Egypt and to uncover the great mysteries of our ancestors.
Included in the excursion price:
Entrance tickets according to the program;
Nile crossing by boat;
Lunch (buffet style);
Services of a English-speaking guide;
Transportation service within Hurghada
(El Gouna and Sahl Hasheesh areas require an additional +$10 round-trip per vehicle, up to 6 people per booking. Transfer may be shared).
ot included in the excursion price:
Visit to Banana Island (optional, booked and paid on-site with the guide, +$10 cash);
Visit to the Valley of the Kings or Queens (booked and priced with the guide on the bus, cost varies from approx. $10 to $20, depending on the number of participants and arrangements with the guide);
Drinks during lunch.
Children up to 5 years old inclusive — Free of charge.
What to bring:
Water
Passport photo on your phone
Lunch box (ordered in advance at the hotel reception)
Warm clothes (the bus has air conditioning and can be cool in winter)
Travel pillow
Comfortable shoes
Headwear
Sunglasses
Sunscreen
Money for the excursion and small expenses
Power bank for charging your phone
What’s included in the excursion program*:
Departure from the hotel around 04:00 (exact time confirmed after booking; the journey to Dendera takes about 4 hours with a rest and toilet stop);
Visit to the unique Temple of the Goddess of Love and Beauty — Hathor (Dendera);
Arrival in Luxor, the “Valley of the Living”: visit to the Karnak Temple (scarab beetle statue, sacred lake, obelisks);
Crossing the Nile by boat to the “Valley of the Dead”;
Lunch at a riverside café (buffet style);
The Valley of the Dead: visit to the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon;
Optional trip to the Banana Island and/or to the Valley of the Kings or Queens (extra charge, and only if enough time remains — details in Additional Information below);
Departure from Luxor around 17:00–17:30;
Return to the hotel at approximately 22:00.
*The order of the program may vary depending on the guide’s decision and tourist flow at the sites.
Additional Information:
Transfer on a comfortable bus with two drivers, security, air conditioning, phone chargers, and a toilet;
During the Banana Island visit, tourists who do not purchase this optional trip from the guide will remain on the bus while it crosses via a bypass road and bridge (a long and dusty detour). For this reason, the short boat ride to the plantation is the more comfortable option, with the bus waiting for you on the other bank;
If the guide gathers enough tourists for the optional program to the Valley of the Kings or Queens, others may wait by the entrance to the site, stroll around the bazaar, or take photos by the mountains for about 30 minutes (we recommend bringing extra cash);
Please note: it is common practice in Egypt for guides to offer products for sale during the trip. Be aware that our online service does not control the quality or prices of these items;
To prevent possible odors, the bus toilet may be locked by the driver under the pretext of malfunction. We recommend using toilets at rest stops and tourist sites (about 10–15 EGP). Toilets at lunch and Banana Island stops are free. In urgent cases, if the bus toilet is closed, please contact our booking department for assistance;
This Luxor program is the most extensive and offered by only one organizer in Hurghada. If you agree to all optional add-ons, the total excursion cost can reach up to $85 per adult and $43 per child.