From Marsa Alam: Private 2-Day Luxor Tour
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Two-day Marsa Alam to Luxor tour. Explore Karnak Temple, Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, Luxor Temple, and enjoy a Nile felucca ride.
- Destination Marsa Alam
- Duration 48 hours
- Pickup Locations Marsa Alam
- Guide English, German, French
Description
Embark on a two-day journey from Marsa Alam to Luxor, the ancient capital of the Pharaohs and home to some of Egypt’s most iconic monuments. This tour is designed for travelers who want enough time to explore Luxor’s grand temples, legendary tombs, and breathtaking architectural achievements without rushing.
Day 1: Travel to Luxor, Karnak, West Bank Sites & Overnight Stay
Your adventure begins with an early morning pick-up from your hotel in Marsa Alam, followed by a comfortable 4–5 hour drive in an air-conditioned vehicle to Luxor.
Your first major stop is Karnak Temple, the largest temple complex ever built. Walk through the awe-inspiring Hypostyle Hall with its 134 towering columns, explore the Sacred Lake, immense obelisks, and chronicle 1,300 years of ancient Egyptian history in one place.
Enjoy a traditional Egyptian lunch at a local restaurant before heading to Luxor’s West Bank.
Visit the world-famous Valley of the Kings, where over 60 royal tombs are carved deep into the Theban mountains. You’ll have access to three standard tombs; entry to Tutankhamun’s tomb is optional for an additional fee.
Continue to the elegant, terraced Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut, built for Egypt’s first female pharaoh and considered one of the architectural masterpieces of the New Kingdom.
Stop for photos at the Colossi of Memnon, two imposing statues guarding the remains of Amenhotep III’s temple.
Afterward, enjoy a peaceful Nile boat ride (felucca), offering relaxing views of Luxor from the water.
Check in to your 3- or 4-star hotel in Luxor and enjoy a free evening in the city. Dinner can be arranged at your hotel or a local restaurant (optional)
Day 2: Luxor Temple & Return to Marsa Alam
After breakfast at the hotel, visit the beautifully preserved Luxor Temple, famous for its avenue of sphinxes, monumental statues, and ancient inscriptions. The morning light gives this site an unforgettable atmosphere.
Savor another traditional Egyptian lunch before beginning your comfortable return trip to Marsa Alam.
What's included / not included
- Hotel pick up & drop-off
- Private, air-conditioned vehicle
- Egyptologist tour guide
- 1 night in a 3 or 4-star hotel in Luxor
- Day 1: Lunch at a local restaurant
- Day 2: Breakfast at the hotel
- Day 2: Lunch at a local restaurant
- Nile boat ride (felucca)
- Bottled water during the tour
- Entrance fees to all visited sites
- Optional activities
- Personal expenses
- Tips (optional)
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What to bring
- Cash
- Sunglasses
- ID card or Passport
- Comfortable shoes
- Camera
- Sunscreen
Not suitable for
- Wheelchair users
- Babies & Infants
Frequently asked questions
The tour lasts approximately 36–40 hours (two days) total, depending on traffic and hotel check-in/out times.
This private day tour is available daily, so you can choose any day that suits your schedule.
Pickup begins around 5:00 AM from your hotel in Marsa Alam.
You will visit (entrance fees not included):
- Karnak Temple - Valley of the Kings - Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut - Colossi of Memnon - Luxor Temple
- Karnak Temple - Valley of the Kings - Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut - Colossi of Memnon - Luxor Temple
No. Entrance fees to all visited sites, must be paid on-site.
This allows guests flexibility to choose optional tombs or activities.
This allows guests flexibility to choose optional tombs or activities.
Yes. During the tour, you will be served:
Day 1: a traditional Egyptian lunch at a local restaurant
Day 2: breakfast at the hotel
Day 2: a traditional Egyptian lunch at a local restaurant
Day 1: a traditional Egyptian lunch at a local restaurant
Day 2: breakfast at the hotel
Day 2: a traditional Egyptian lunch at a local restaurant
Absolutely. The private format allows flexibility for families and small groups.
Keep in mind that it is a long day (early pickup + long travel time), so consider your child’s comfort when booking.
Keep in mind that it is a long day (early pickup + long travel time), so consider your child’s comfort when booking.
A private, air-conditioned vehicle ensures comfort during the tour.
Yes. You will receive complimentary bottled water during the tour.
Absolutely. A licensed Egyptologist guide accompanies you throughout the tour, offering expert insights into history, culture, and ancient Egyptian mythology.
