Luxor Day Trip from Hurghada - Valley of Kings & Karnak Temple
Luxor day trip from Hurghada - visit Valley of the Kings, Karnak Temple, Hatshepsut Temple. Combine Red Sea relaxation with Egypt's greatest monuments.
Free cancellation up to 14 days before
About this tour
Transform your Red Sea beach holiday into an extraordinary cultural adventure with this comprehensive Luxor day trip from Hurghada. Journey inland to the world's greatest open-air museum, where the ancient city of Thebes flourished as Egypt's magnificent capital for over 1,500 years. Begin your exploration in the legendary Valley of the Kings, the sacred burial ground where 63 pharaohs were entombed in elaborate rock-cut sepulchers between 1550-1070 BCE. Descend into three royal tombs adorned with vivid wall paintings depicting the pharaoh's perilous journey through the afterlife, including scenes from the Book of the Dead and the Book of Gates. Marvel at the preserved colors that have remained vibrant for over 3,000 years in the dry desert air. Continue to the spectacular mortuary temple of Hatshepsut, Egypt's most successful female pharaoh, whose three-tiered limestone temple rises dramatically against the Theban cliffs. Built around 1470 BCE, this architectural masterpiece demonstrates the sophisticated engineering skills of ancient Egyptian builders. Pay respects at the towering Colossi of Memnon, two massive quartzite statues of Amenhotep III that have guarded the Theban necropolis for 3,400 years. Cross the Nile to Luxor's East Bank for the crown jewel of your Egypt tour - the awe-inspiring Karnak Temple complex. Walk through the Great Hypostyle Hall, where 134 towering sandstone columns create a stone forest that has inspired visitors for millennia. This Hurghada excursion perfectly combines relaxation and culture, allowing beach lovers to experience Egypt's pharaonic heritage without sacrificing their resort vacation.
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Valley of the Kings
Enter three magnificently decorated royal tombs where pharaohs like Ramses IV and Ramses IX rest eternally. Witness the incredible preservation of hieroglyphic texts and colorful wall paintings depicting the ancient Egyptian journey to the afterlife in stunning detail.
Hatshepsut Temple
Explore the architectural masterpiece of Egypt's most powerful female pharaoh, whose three-tiered limestone temple rises majestically against the Theban cliffs. Learn about her remarkable 22-year reign and the sophisticated building techniques used in 1470 BCE.
Colossi of Memnon
Stand beside these two massive 18-meter-tall quartzite statues of Amenhotep III that have guarded the Theban necropolis for 3,400 years. Hear the legend of the 'singing statues' that once greeted the dawn with mysterious musical sounds.
Karnak Temple Complex
Walk through the world's largest religious complex, spanning 2,000 years of construction. Marvel at the Great Hypostyle Hall's 134 towering columns and the sacred lake where priests performed purification rituals in this magnificent temple dedicated to Amun-Ra.
Pricing
Standard
| Season | Solo | 2-4 Pax | 5-8 Pax | 9-16 Pax |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peak (Oct-Apr) | $180 | $120 | $95 | $75 |
| Low (May-Sep) | $150 | $100 | $80 | $65 |
Includes
- Expert Egyptologist guide fluent in multiple languages
- Luxury air-conditioned vehicle with Wi-Fi and USB charging
- Hotel pickup and drop-off from all Hurghada resorts
- All entrance fees to Valley of Kings, temples and monuments
- Delicious Egyptian lunch at 5-star Luxor restaurant
- Bottled water, soft drinks and snacks throughout the day
- Traditional felucca boat ride across the Nile River
- Comprehensive historical guidebooks and maps
Excludes
- Gratuities for guide and driver (recommended $10-15 per person)
- Personal expenses, shopping and souvenirs
- Special tomb tickets (Tutankhamun, Ramses VI, Nefertari)
- Travel insurance and medical expenses
Why book with us?
- Licensed tour operator
- 4.9/5 from 2,000+ reviews
- Free cancellation (14 days)
- Small group or private