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The 14 Best Guided Tours and Day-Trips from Luxor

The 14 Best Guided Tours and Day-Trips from Luxor

The 14 best tours and excursions in Luxor. What are the best guided tours to visit Luxor? And above all, what are the most interesting and beautiful places in Egypt that can be reached from Luxor with day-trips from morning to evening? Where to go, which tour to choose and how to book? A very detailed description of the 14 best tours you can book in Luxor to visit the temples, the Valley of the Kings, and some of the most spectacular and interesting attractions in all of Egypt reachable from Luxor with day-trips, leaving Luxor in the morning and returning in the late afternoon. Including tours with private car and guide to visit the splendid tombs of the pharaohs in the Valley of the Kings, the fabulous mortuary temple of Hatshepsut, the temples of Karnak and Luxor, balloon flights at dawn, Quad desert safaris, and sunset felucca tours on the Nile. The best tours and excursions from Luxor to Aswan, Abu Simbel, and the temples of the Nile valley are not missing, including day-trips from Luxor to Edfu, Kom Ombo, Dendera, and Abydos, and private car transfers with driver from Luxor to Hurghada and from Luxor to Marsa Alam. With my comment, all pros of each tour, the useful information to organize the excursions and direct links to check prices and easily book online with a credit card.

The Best Tours to Visit Luxor with Car and Private Guide
The Best Tours to Visit Luxor with Car and Private Guide

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What Are the Best Excursions and Guided Day-Trips in Luxor?

The Best Tours to Visit Luxor with Car and Private Guide

Are you going to Luxor and would like to take a tour to visit the Valley of the Kings and the phenomenal temples of Luxor and Karnak with a guide? Are you looking for a private car with a driver to visit the wonders of Luxor at your own pace while spending as little as possible? Would you like to go into the desert and drive a Quad yourself, take a hot air balloon flight over the Valley of the Kings at dawn, or take a sunset felucca ride on the Nile? Do you need a private car transfer with a driver to go from Luxor to Hurghada, Marsa Alam, or Aswan?

  • Among the many guided tours and day-trips available to visit Luxor and the most beautiful attractions in Egypt that can be reached from Luxor in one day, offered by local agencies and bookable online, I have selected 14 different tours.
  • These are not the only ones you can book but in my opinion they are among the best and most complete tours and guided day-trips available on the market to visit Luxor and Egypt with a car and a private guide.
  • All guided tours are described below, in a very detailed way, with my considerations, some suggestions and all the pros of each tour.
  • You can book all these guided tours and day-trips easily by credit card through GetYourGuide and Viator. For the great majority of tours you get instant confirmation, while for some, tour confirmation is subject to availability and will be given within 48 hours of your booking.
  • Keep in mind that, not always but often, the cost of the excursions booked online is generally lower than the same tour booked directly at the hotel, at least if you are staying in one of the luxury hotelss. Read carefully, evaluate and see if there is something you like.
  • Before booking remember that in Luxor, as well as in Cairo, any guide, even the best guide from the best company, sooner or later during the tour will do everything to take you shopping, naturally in the shops where he has the commission. Many travelers would do without it, but it’s a “local tradition” that’s really hard to escape… don’t get upset, if you’re not interested, don’t buy anything, actually, no one is forcing you. Instead, smile, promise the guide a tip, and invite them to continue with the visits. That’s how it works around here…
Luxor in One Day: Full Day Tour to Visit Luxor with a Private Car
Luxor in One Day: Full Day Tour to Visit Luxor with a Private Car

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The 14 Best Tours and Guided Day-Trips from Luxor

Luxor in One Day: Full Day Tour to Visit Luxor with a Private Car

A tour to visit the great wonders of Luxor in a single day, with a private car at your complete disposal.

The tour program includes pick-up and drop-off at your hotel, the visit of the Valley of the Kings, the fabulous funerary temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el Bahari, a stop to admire the Colossi of Memnon (pictured in the opening photo of this article ), and concludes with a visit to the temples of Karnak and Luxor.

This tour can be booked with different options, so that every traveler can reserve the tour according to their own needs and budget. You can choose the very cheap formula of the car with the driver only, meaning that you will visit the temples individually while the driver accompanies you from one attraction to another. Alternatively, you can request the presence of a guide, or even include the (expensive) entrance tickets in the price, or book the tour already including lunch.

If you choose the formula with entrance tickets included, keep in mind that at the Valley of the Kings, this includes the basic ticket for access to the archaeological site, which includes a visit to 3 tombs but excludes some special tombs. If you want to visit the famous tomb of Tutankhamun or enter the tomb of Seti I, the most spectacular of all the tombs in the Valley of the Kings, these are extra costs that are never included in the basic ticket.

  • Duration of the tour: approx. 9 hours.
  • Guide: you can choose the option with the driver only, or with the addition of an English, Arabic, German, Russian or Spanish speaking guide
  • Tour features: tour on a private basis, the local provider is the well-known Emo Tours Egypt, the reviews on TripAdvisor are excellent.
  • Pros: the convenience of choosing the preferred option based on your needs and how much you want to spend.
The Treasures of the West Bank Tour: Full-Day Guided Tour to the Valley of the Kings and Temples of the West Bank of the Nile from Luxor
The Treasures of the West Bank Tour: Full-Day Guided Tour to the Valley of the Kings and Temples of the West Bank of the Nile from Luxor

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The Treasures of the West Bank Tour: Full-Day Guided Tour to the Valley of the Kings and Temples of the West Bank of the Nile from Luxor

A full-day tour with private car and guide, departing and returning to any hotel in Luxor, that focuses on the major attractions of the West Bank of the Nile, without visiting either Karnak or the Luxor Temple located on the East Bank.

The itinerary of the tour is very interesting, the transfer times between attractions are minimized, and there is practically everything, including some truly magnificent temples and sites that are ignored (due to time constraints) by tours that include a visit to both banks of the Nile in a single day.

The tour starts with a visit to the Valley of the Kings, including the entrance to three pharaohs’ tombs that are covered by the base ticket. If you want, you can ask the guide to purchase an optional ticket to enter the tomb of Tutankhamun or Seti I’s tomb. Then, the tour continues to the fabulous funerary temple of Hatshepsut in Deir el-Bahari, with a stop at the Colossi of Memnon, before reaching the less-visited but impressive temple of Ramses III in Medinet Habu, which, in my opinion, is one of the temples that you absolutely shouldn’t miss in Luxor.

The day ends with a visit to the Valley of the Artisans in Deir el-Medina, to explore the remains of the ancient village of artisans who worked to construct and decorate the tombs of the Valley of the Kings, and the Valley of the Queens. Here, if you are willing to pay a considerable amount, you can purchase a special ticket to enter the tomb of the great queen Nefertari, which is by far the most spectacular tomb in all of Egypt.

The price includes hotel pick-up and drop-off, private transportation with driver and guide, and most importantly, it already includes the basic entrance tickets to the Valley of the Kings, the ticket to visit the Temple of Hatshepsut, the Medinat Habu Temple, the Deir El-Medina site, and the basic entrance to the Valley of the Queens.

  • Duration of the tour: approx. 8 hours.
  • Guide: English.
  • Tour features: tour with private car and exclusive guide, the local operator is Reflections Travel.
  • Pros: this tour provides ample time to properly visit the Valley of the Kings and the lesser-visited Medinet Habu, a small gem.
Luxor in 2 Days: Guided Tour to Visit the Most Beautiful Temples of Luxor with Private Car and Guide at Your Disposal for 2 Full Days
Luxor in 2 Days: Guided Tour to Visit the Most Beautiful Temples of Luxor with Private Car and Guide at Your Disposal for 2 Full Days

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Luxor in 2 Days: Guided Tour to Visit the Most Beautiful Temples of Luxor with Private Car and Guide at Your Disposal for 2 Full Days

A private car and a guide at your disposal for 2 full days, so that you can visit the many attractions in Luxor at a more relaxed pace, having time to visit the temples even by yourself after the initial explanation from the guide, and to focus on what interests you most without rushing.

In addition to the 4 major attractions of Luxor, namely the Valley of the Kings, the temple of Hatshepsut, and the temples of Karnak and Luxor, you have time to visit the magnificent temple of Medinet Habu and enter more tombs in the Valley of the Kings in addition to the 3 tombs already included in the entrance ticket. I recommend not to miss (although expensive) the stunning tomb of Seti I, the most spectacular of all the tombs in the Valley of the Kings, or to reach the remote tomb of Ay, unknown to almost all tourists visiting Luxor, reachable only with a guided motorbike ride by the guardian who will personally open the tomb for you.

The tour does not include entrance tickets to the temples, but it includes the availability of a private car with driver and guide for 2 days, with pick-up and drop-off at your hotel in Luxor, as well as lunch on the first day, lunch on the second day, and a 1-hour felucca ride on the Nile.

If things haven’t changed, the tour can be booked with either the small group option or, with a relatively modest supplement, with private car and guide. Don’t hesitate and book the latter option. Of course, you’ll need to book your hotel yourself. I recommend a 3-night stay so that you have two full days to go on the tour.

  • Duration of the tour: 2 days.
  • Guide: Arabic, English, Italian, German, Spanish, French.
  • Tour features: 2-day tour with private car, the tour is organized by the Egyptian branch of the well-known travel agency OceanAir Travels, with its headquarter in the United Arab Emirates.
  • Pros: you can take your time during the visits and see only what really interests you.
  • Other guided tours to visit Luxor in 2 days: a tour including a private car with driver and guide for 2 days to visit the great attractions of Luxor is also offered by Reflections Travel and bookable through Viator | 2-Day Tour: Karnak & Luxor Temples Valley of the Kings Hatshepsut Temple & Memnon. Unlike the previous tour, the cost already includes the entrance tickets to Karnak temple, Luxor temple, the basic ticket to access the Valley of the Kings, and the ticket for the temple of Hatshepsut.
Quad ATV Desert Safari: Quad Bike Desert Tour from Luxor
Quad ATV Desert Safari: Quad Bike Desert Tour from Luxor

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Quad ATV Desert Safari: Quad Bike Desert Tour from Luxor

Don’t expect the high sand dunes of the Sahara, the desert near Luxor on the western bank of the Nile is mostly rocky. But the landscape is grandiose, and considering that the tour takes little time, it would be a shame to miss it.

You will be picked up at your hotel, cross the Nile by boat to reach the starting point of the tour, where you will receive driving instructions. After a short test route, you will personally drive your powerful 250cc Honda Quad/ATV to explore the nearby rocky desert for about an hour and a half, stopping at a scenic point and taking a break for a cup of tea. Transfers from and to the hotel by private car are included. Bring a scarf and sunglasses to protect yourself from dust and avoid wearing contact lenses.

  • Duration of the tour: between 2 and 3 hours in total, with several departure times available.
  • Guide: German, English, Italian, French, Spanish.
  • Tour features: the Quad/ATV tour is generally conducted on a private basis, with a personal guide, and the actual local provider is Nice Tours.
  • Pros: this tour offers the possibility to explore the desert in an active and fun way, and it only lasts for 3 hours, so it won’t take away time from visiting other sites in Luxor. It is an unusual and inexpensive tour.
  • A similar Quad/ATV desert tour in Luxor: is also offered by Egypt Gift Tours and can be booked through Viator | Sunset Quad Bike Safari Tour in Luxor. The tour is conducted in small groups and includes pick-up and drop-off from any hotel in Luxor.
Hot Air Balloon Flight: Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride over the Valley of the Kings in Luxor
Hot Air Balloon Flight: Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride over the Valley of the Kings in Luxor

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Hot Air Balloon Flight: Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride over the Valley of the Kings in Luxor

It is one of the most thrilling and spectacular excursions you can do in all of Egypt, something truly unique. And one of the most highly appreciated tour by visitors to Luxor, with enthusiastic reviews on TripAdvisor.

A hot air balloon flight soaring above the Nile Valley, the fabulous temple of Hatshepsut, the Valley of the Kings, with the opportunity to see the Nile and the temple of Luxor from an unusual perspective. The excursion includes transfers by minivan from all hotels and cruise ships in Luxor, crossing the Nile by boat, and a 40-50 minute balloon flight, a flight certificate, as well as a cup of coffee or tea before takeoff, which usually occurs very early in the morning.

The local provider of this specific hot air balloon tour is HodHod Soliman Hot Air Balloon Luxor, in operation since 1993, not the cheapest but the most well-known and with the best reputation of all companies in Luxor that organize balloon excursions, with FAA certified pilots and balloons inspected annually by the Egyptian Civil Aviation Authority. Keep in mind that the hot air balloon flight is subject to good weather conditions and that any flight can be cancelled – even short notice and without explanation – based on the directives of the Luxor Airport control tower, on which flight authorization depends.

  • Duration of the tour: the total duration is 3 hours from when they pick you up to when they drop you back off at your hotel.
  • Guide: English.
  • Tour features: small group balloon flight.
  • Pros: the view of the Nile and the temple of Hatshepsut from above is magnificent, a unique opportunity and emotion.
Hot Air Balloon & Luxor Tour: Hot Air Balloon Experience Plus Full-Day Guided Tour to Visit Luxor As You Wish with Private Car and Guide
Hot Air Balloon & Luxor Tour: Hot Air Balloon Experience Plus Full-Day Guided Tour to Visit Luxor As You Wish with Private Car and Guide

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Hot Air Balloon & Luxor Tour: Hot Air Balloon Experience Plus Full-Day Guided Tour to Visit Luxor As You Wish with Private Car and Guide

A hot air balloon flight over the Valley of the Kings at sunrise, followed by a full day of touring Luxor with a private vehicle and an expert private guide in Egyptology, ending with a Nile felucca cruise, all in one excursion.

The tour includes hotel pick-up and drop-off, a 40-minute hot air balloon flight, a private car with driver and guide at your disposal, and a 1-hour Nile felucca cruise in the late afternoon before returning to your hotel.

Entrance tickets to the Valley of the Kings and temples are not included, so you can decide which temple to visit and for how long. My suggestion is to focus on the funerary temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari located near the hot air balloon takeoff point, then visit the Valley of the Kings, and end with the magnificent Karnak Temple. You can visit the Luxor Temple on your own in the evening when it is illuminated.

  • Duration of the tour: full day.
  • Guide: Arabic, English, French, Italian, German, Spanish.
  • Tour features: balloon flight in small groups and visit of Luxor by private car with guide, the local operator is Nice Tours.
  • Pros: combine in a one day tour the experience of the hot air balloon, the felucca trip on the Nile and the availability of a car and a private guide to visit what interests you in Luxor at your own pace.
Felucca Sunset Cruise: Private Boat Tour on the Nile from Luxor at Sunset
Felucca Sunset Cruise: Private Boat Tour on the Nile from Luxor at Sunset

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Felucca Sunset Cruise: Private Boat Tour on the Nile from Luxor at Sunset

Experience the magic of the Nile at sunset with a boat tour departing from Luxor. As the sun sets over the river, you enjoy stunning views of the West Bank and the surrounding mountains. You also have the opportunity to see other traditional feluccas sailing along the Nile, while sipping on a refreshing drink and enjoying some snacks.

During the tour, you have the chance to admire the beauty of Luxor from a different perspective, as the golden light of the sunset illuminates the city’s landmarks, such as the Luxor temple and the Karnak temple complex. Your guide provides you with interesting information and stories about the history and culture of the area.

The tour includes private transportation to and from the boat, as well as snacks and drinks. This is a perfect activity for couples or small groups looking to spend a romantic evening on the Nile.

  • Duration of the tour: approx. 2 hours, including transfers from and to your hotel.
  • Guide: German, English, French and Spanish.
  • Tour features: tour on private basis, with exclusive crewed felucca, local supplier is Egypt Crown Tours.
  • Pros: the private boat and the view of Luxor temple from an unusual perspective.
  • A different felucca excursion: Nile river felucca ride in Luxor is also offered by Travel to Egypt and can be booked through Viator | Luxor Nile River Private Felucca Ride at Sunset. If things haven’t changed, this tour is more expensive as it includes a stop at Banana Island, where a short walking tour is taken to see the banana plantations.
Edfu and Kom Ombo Tour: Day-Trip from Luxor to the Temples of Edfu and Kom Ombo in the Nile Valley
Edfu and Kom Ombo Tour: Day-Trip from Luxor to the Temples of Edfu and Kom Ombo in the Nile Valley

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Edfu and Kom Ombo Tour: Day-Trip from Luxor to the Temples of Edfu and Kom Ombo in the Nile Valley

The temple of Horus in Edfu, plus picturesque Kom Ombo, is a phenomenal day-trip from Luxor.

Dedicated to the god Horus, the temple of Edfu is located 110 km south of Luxor and is one of the largest temples in Egypt, second only to the temple of Karnak. It is also one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt as it remained buried under the sand for hundreds of years. With its intact roof and walls rich in engravings, the temple of Horus in Edfu is considered the most imposing of all the temples along the Nile between Luxor and Aswan.

Located on a picturesque hill overlooking the Nile, the temple of Kom Ombo is probably the most fascinating of all the temples between Luxor and Aswan. It is dedicated to two gods, the god Horus and the god Sobek, better known as the crocodile god. Inside, you can visit the chapel of Hathor, the goddess of beauty and love, with some well-preserved crocodile mummies.

This tour is available with just an English-speaking driver (recommended if you want to save money and visit the temples on your own, avoiding the cost of a guide), or with the presence of a guide, or with the option that includes entrance tickets to Edfu and Kom Ombo. Keep in mind that if you want to take the fastest route back to Luxor through the desert instead of the road following the Nile, the driver will ask you to pay the toll, so don’t be surprised.

  • Duration of the tour: approx. 8 hours.
  • Guide: driver or driver plus guide, Arabic, German, Russian, English or Spanish speaking.
  • Tour features: private tour, provided by Emo Tours Egypt.
  • Pros: the private car solves the problem of the complex logistics of transportation, making it difficult to visit the same temples by public transportation and return to Luxor on the same day. This excursion is recommended for those who stay in Luxor for at least 3 nights.
  • Another option: a similar tour, which in addition to the temples of Edfu and Kom Ombo also includes the visit of the temple of Esna, is offered by Egypt Private Trips and can be booked with Viator | Private Full Day Tour to Esna, Edfu and Komumpo Temples from Luxor. The tour is available with either an English-speaking driver or with the addition of a German, English, French or Spanish speaking guide.
Aswan e Philae Tour: Guided Day-Trip from Luxor to Aswan Including Philae Temple and Aswan High Dam
Aswan e Philae Tour: Guided Day-Trip from Luxor to Aswan Including Philae Temple and Aswan High Dam

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Aswan e Philae Tour: Guided Day-Trip from Luxor to Aswan Including Philae Temple and Aswan High Dam

A very tiring but attractive tour, dedicated to those who are in Luxor and would like to visit Aswan without staying overnight, by going and returning to Luxor in a day.

During the long journey from Luxor to Aswan along the Nile, which lasts at least 5 hours, a stop is made to visit the temple of Horus in Edfu. Once in Aswan, first you visit the beautiful and photogenic Philae Temple, dedicated to Isis, the goddess of love, by boat. Then, you visit the unfinished obelisk and the Aswan High Dam. If time permits, it is possible to take a felucca ride on the Nile with a view of the sand dunes. The return from Aswan to Luxor is faster by following the new highway through the desert.

The price includes transportation, a guide, lunch, entrance ticket to the temple of Edfu, the ticket for the Philae Temple including the boat to reach it, entrance to the unfinished obelisk, and a visit to the Aswan High Dam.

  • Duration of the tour: the whole day, departing before dawn and returning in the late afternoon.
  • Guide: German, English, Italian, French, Spanish.
  • Tour features: private tour with a chauffeured vehicle and exclusive guide, the local provider is Reflections Travel.
  • Pros: admire the most scenic stretch of the entire Nile valley and visit Aswan in one day without having to pack and unpack your bags. The excursion is recommended for those staying in Luxor for a minimum of 3 nights.

  • Other options to visit Aswan from Luxor in one day: Reflections Travel offers a shorter tour to visit Aswan from Luxor, departing early in the morning and returning to Luxor in the afternoon. The tour includes private transportation, a guide, lunch, and entrance tickets to the Philae Temple, the unfinished obelisk, and the visit to the great dam. Since the visit to Edfu is not included, the tour is less expensive and faster. Here is the link to investigate Viator | Private Day Tour from Luxor to Aswan High Dam and Unfinished Obelisk and Philae. As an interesting option, check out the tour proposed by Emo Tours Egypt and sold by Viator | Day Tour to Aswan from Luxor by Private Car, with departure and return to Luxor and visits to Edfu, Kom Ombo, Philae, and the Aswan High Dam. The price includes transportation, lunch and a guide, please note that entrance tickets to the temples and the boat to reach Philae are not included and will need to be paid on-site.

Abu Simbel Day-Trip from Luxor: Guided Tour to Visit Abu Simbel from Luxor in One Day
Abu Simbel Day-Trip from Luxor: Guided Tour to Visit Abu Simbel from Luxor in One Day

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Abu Simbel Day-Trip from Luxor: Guided Tour to Visit Abu Simbel from Luxor in One Day

If you are in Luxor, your travel schedule doesn’t take you to Aswan and you still want to visit Abu Simbel, then this becomes an interesting tour. Sure, it is quite a challenge, 7 hours of travel each way, for a total of 14 hours on board the vehicle plus 2 hours (barely enough) to visit the magnificent temple complex of Abu Simbel, built over 3000 years ago by Ramses II for himself and his beloved wife Nefertari. It was saved by UNESCO in the 1960s during the construction of the Aswan High Dam and the contemporary formation of Lake Nasser. Abu Simbel is perhaps the most incredible and impactful of all the temples in Egypt and can be visited in a very long day-trip from Luxor with this tour arranged by EgBride Travel. If things haven’t suddenly changed, admission tickets to Abu Simbel are already included in the price.

  • Duration of the tour: approx. 16 hours.
  • Guide: Arabic, German, English.
  • Tour features: private tour.
  • Pros: being able to reach and visit what is an absolute wonder of Egypt, a unique place in the world.
  • The excursion to Abu Simbel and Aswan from Luxor in 2 days: this is an expensive but very well-organized and calibrated tour, departing from Luxor and lasting 2 days, with a private car and a guide. On the first day, on the way between Luxor and Aswan, you visit the Temple of Edfu and the Temple of Kom Ombo, and in the afternoon, you can explore the bazaar and relax in Aswan. Early on the second day, you travel from Aswan to Abu Simbel, and then return to Aswan in time for lunch and to visit the Aswan High Dam and the Philae Temple. You can then decide to end the tour in Aswan or return by car to Luxor with the driver. The local operator is OceanAir Travels and this is the link to investigate and book the tour GetYourGuide | From Luxor: 2-Day Private Trip to Edfu, Aswan and Abu Simbel. The price includes the car with driver, the guide, and 2 lunches in local restaurants in Aswan, while temple entrance fees are not included and must be paid on-site.
From Luxor to Aswan: One-Way Transfer by Private Car with Driver from Luxor to Aswan with Visits to Edfu, Kom Ombo and Philae
From Luxor to Aswan: One-Way Transfer by Private Car with Driver from Luxor to Aswan with Visits to Edfu, Kom Ombo and Philae

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From Luxor to Aswan: One-Way Transfer by Private Car with Driver from Luxor to Aswan with Visits to Edfu, Kom Ombo and Philae

If you need to transfer from Luxor to Aswan, this is an extremely interesting one-way tour that combines the transfer from Luxor (starting point) to Aswan (ending point) with stops to visits some of the most beautiful temples in Upper Egypt located along the way.

What is the program for this one-way transfer/excursion? You will be picked up from your hotel in Luxor, and during the journey from Luxor to Aswan, the tour includes two stops to visit the Temple of Horus in Edfu and the temple dedicated to the god Sobek in Kom Ombo. Once you arrive in Aswan, the tour continues with a visit to the Temple of Philae and the Aswan High Dam, before being accompanied to the hotel you have booked in Aswan. If you wish, you also have the option of returning to Luxor with the driver.

You can choose from various options depending on whether you want only the car with a driver, whether you also want a guide, or whether you want to book temple entrances and lunch as well.

  • Duration of the tour: approx. 12 hours
  • Guide: chauffeur or chauffeur plus Arabic, German, Russian, English or Spanish speaking guide.
  • Tour features: one-way transfer/tour on strictly private basis, local supplier is Egypt Tours Online
  • Pros: to add to the car transfer from Luxor to Aswan, not only the visits to Edfu and Kom Ombo, but also include two of the biggest attractions in Aswan.
  • If you want to book only the direct transfer from Luxor to Aswan: no stops at the temples along the way, if you are looking for a private car with a driver to take you in about 4 hours from Luxor to Aswan (240 km via the fast road through the desert) without any intermediate stops, you can book the Viator | Private Transfer Luxor to Aswan service, managed by Special Trips and available with a driver who speaks (a little) several languages; or the Viator | Private Transfer Luxor to Aswan service provided by Luxor Travels. Alternatively, check out Viator | Transfer from Luxor to Aswan operated by LadyBird Egypt Tours, which offers different options, including the pure transfer from Luxor to Aswan or combinations that include a stop at Edfu and Kom Ombo
Dendera e Abydos Tour: Full-day Trip from Luxor to Two of the Most Beautiful and Least Visited Temples in Egypt
Dendera e Abydos Tour: Full-day Trip from Luxor to Two of the Most Beautiful and Least Visited Temples in Egypt

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Dendera e Abydos Tour: Full-day Trip from Luxor to Two of the Most Beautiful and Least Visited Temples in Egypt

If you stay in Luxor for several days, are a curious traveler, and want to visit two of the most beautiful and least visited temples in Egypt, then the full-day excursion from Luxor to Dendera and Abydos could be particularly interesting.

The temple dedicated to Hathor, the goddess of joy, love, motherhood, and beauty in Dendera, is one of the most splendid temples in Egypt, famous for its magnificent hypostyle hall with 18 columns and incredible blue-colored ceiling.

Abydos, the most sacred city in the time of the pharaohs and a pilgrimage site for the ancient Egyptians, is a very special place. From the temple of Abydos the view extends over the desert on the horizon, closed by a high cliff where a gorge opens that was the gateway to the afterlife for the ancient Egyptians. And it is here in Abydos that you can visit the temple of Seti I, an ancient place of worship, built of white limestone, and one of the most complete temples in Egypt.

The Dendera temple is located in the town of Qena, about 80 km north of Luxor, while Abydos is located on the left bank of the Nile, 100 km northwest of Dendera, and 174 km from Luxor via the fastest road.

  • Duration of the tour: full day.
  • Guide: available with English speaking driver only or with the addition of the guide. The tour can be booked with different options, with or without the entrance ticket to the temples already included.
  • Tour features: tour on a strictly private basis.
  • Pros: the convenience of a car with a driver to visit two magnificent temples that are difficult to reach by public transportation, especially if you want to visit them in a single day trip from Luxor and return.
  • If you want to visit only the Dendera Temple: if you only have half a day available, you can consider visiting the Dendera temple only, which is located much closer to Luxor than Abydos, and can be reached with a total tour duration of about 5 hours. Here is the link to investigate: Viator | Private Half-day: Dendera Temple From Luxor. In addition to the private car, the price includes a guide and the entrance ticket to the temple. The quality/price ratio is good even with 2 participants and becomes even higher if you travel with family or a group of 4 friends.
From Luxor to Marsa Alam: Transfer by Private Car or Minivan with Driver
From Luxor to Marsa Alam: Transfer by Private Car or Minivan with Driver

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From Luxor to Marsa Alam: Transfer by Private Car or Minivan with Driver

How to get from Luxor to Marsa Alam? Are you in Luxor and need to move to Marsa Alam because you wish to spend a few days by the sea on the Red Sea coast? This happened during my last trip to Egypt, and looking online for how to do it, I found this solution, very convenient and not too expensive.

It is a private car one-way transfer service with driver from any hotel in Luxor to any hotel on the Marsa Alam coast, including the resorts of Safaga, El Quseir, Port Ghalib and Marsa Alam itself.

They came to pick me up at my hotel in Luxor, very punctual, the car was comfortable and clean, the driver kind and very polite, we made two stops along the way, if you have to make the same transfer I recommend it.

  • How long does the transfer from Luxor to Marsa Alam last? About 5 hours, the actual duration of the transfer depends heavily on the location of your resort on the Marsa Alam coast.
  • Driver: English speaking.
  • Transfer features: private car one-way transfer with a driver only, without a guide, from the hotel where you are staying in Luxor to the resort you have booked in Marsa Alam. The actual service provider is Luxor Egypt Tours.
  • Pros: the undeniable convenience of the door-to-door service, you don’t have to think about anything except looking at the panorama (sometimes spectacular) during the transfer.
From Luxor to Hurghada: Transfer by Private Car or Minivan with Driver
From Luxor to Hurghada: Transfer by Private Car or Minivan with Driver

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From Luxor to Hurghada: Transfer by Private Car or Minivan with Driver

Are you looking for a private car transfer from Luxor to Hurghada? And are you wondering who to turn to in order to reach Hurghada from Luxor in the best way? There are several agencies in Luxor that offer private car transfers that cover the 310 km distance between Luxor and Hurghada. The first agency that I suggest is the same one that I used for a similar transfer from Luxor to Marsa Alam.

It is Luxor Egypt Tours, they offer various departure times, from before dawn to early afternoon, based on your needs. Generally, the cars and minivans are in excellent condition, all comfortable and air-conditioned, the drivers are very polite and punctual.

  • How long does the transfer from Luxor to Hurghada last? Between 4 and 4 and a half hours depending on the location of your hotel on the Hurghada coast.
  • Driver: English speaking.
  • Transfer features: private car one-way transfer with a driver only, without a guide, from your hotel in Luxor to the resort you have booked in Hurghada.
  • Pros: the convenience of a private car; if things haven’t changed, the price is the same for 1 to 8 participants, making the cost of this transfer extremely attractive for those traveling with family or a group of friends.
  • Another option: please see Viator | Private Transfer Luxor to Hurghada, arranged by Special Trips, the service is available in Arabic, German, Chinese, Russian, Portuguese, Korean, Japanese, English, Italian, French, Dutch and Spanish speaking driver.
  • If you want to visit the temple of Dendera during your transfer from Luxor to Hurghada: it’s not a bad idea. By dedicating just over an hour more to your transfer, you can make a stop in Dendera to visit the magnificent Temple of Hathor, one of the best-preserved temples in all of Egypt. Here is the link to investigate and book with Viator | Private Transfer: Luxor, Dendara Temple, Hurghada, several departure times available.
The Best Guided Tours and Day-Trips to Visit Luxor and the Nile Valley
The Best Guided Tours and Day-Trips to Visit Luxor and the Nile Valley

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Important!

  • Before booking please read the full description of the tour you like in the official page of Viator and GetYourGuide carefully, please check what is included and what is not, meeting points, times of departure and cancellation policies.
  • After booking, if you have any queries or doubts, immediately contact Viator or GetYourGuide customer service in order to receive assistance.
  • Shortly before the tour you will usually be contacted with an email or a message on your phone by the organizer. But if not, you, at least the day before the excursion, reconfirm the tour with the local supplier, it is always very wise do so, with the exact place and time of departure/pick-up. Usually, your hotel can help.
  • Read the reviews. If the majority of the reviews are positive that’s a good thing. And always check all the info you read here in the official page of each tour, things change and the official site provides the latest updates.

Last Update: March 7th 2023

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