From Marsa Alam: Private Luxor Day Tour
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Full-day Marsa Alam to Luxor tour. Visit the Valley of the Kings, Karnak Temple, and Luxor Temple with an Egyptologist and private transport included.
- Destination Marsa Alam
- Duration 14 hours
- Pickup Locations Marsa Alam
- Guide English, German, French
Description
Embark on an unforgettable day trip from Marsa Alam to Luxor, exploring some of Egypt’s most iconic ancient sites. Your journey begins with an early morning transfer from your hotel in Marsa Alam, lasting approximately 4–5 hours. Enjoy the scenic drive as you travel through the Egyptian desert towards the heart of the ancient kingdom.
Upon arrival in Luxor, you will first visit the Valley of the Kings, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This necropolis houses over 60 elaborately decorated tombs of New Kingdom pharaohs, including Tutankhamun (entry to Tutankhamun’s tomb is optional and requires an additional fee).
Next, explore the Karnak Temple, the largest religious complex ever built in Egypt. Highlights include the Hypostyle Hall with its 134 massive columns, towering obelisks, statues, sacred lake, and structures added over 13 centuries by various pharaohs. Your expert Egyptologist guide will bring the temple’s history and legends to life.
Enjoy a delicious lunch at a local Luxor restaurant, refueling for the final stop of your tour: the Luxor Temple. Dedicated to the god Amun and his wife Mut, the temple features colossal statues of Ramesses II and was once connected to Karnak Temple via a grand avenue lined with sphinxes, some of which have been restored.
After a day full of history and exploration, return to Marsa Alam in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle, reflecting on a memorable journey through the treasures of ancient Egypt.
What's included / not included
- Hotel pick up & drop-off
- Private, air-conditioned vehicle
- Egyptologist tour guide
- Lunch at a local restaurant
- 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 around 14 hours, including the transfers.
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):
- Luxor Temple
- Karnak Temple
- Valley of the Kings
- Luxor Temple
- Karnak Temple
- Valley of the Kings
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, a traditional Egyptian lunch at a local Luxor restaurant is included.
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 day, offering expert insights into history, culture, and ancient Egyptian mythology.
