Embark on an unforgettable journey away from the Red Sea coastline to explore the timeless monument of Luxor during an overnight small-group excursion. Witness the grandeur of one of the world’s most extensive temple complexes at Karnak, and enhance your experience with an optional evening activity such as a tranquil felucca ride along the majestic Nile. The following day, delve into the ancient mysteries of the Valley of the Kings necropolis and Queen Hatshepsut Temple before returning to Hurghada.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Lunch meal at local restaurant.
✔ Private English Egyptologist guide.
✔ Lunch
✔ All transfers by private air-conditioned vehicle.
✔ Pick up and return from your hotel in Hurghada.
✔ Breakfast
✔ 1 Night accommodation at hotel in Luxor.
✖ Any extras not mentioned in the tour.
✖ Tipping.
Pickup Locations
1. Festival Shedwan Golden Beach Resort
2. Diana Hotel
3. Elgezria Hotel
4. Sheraton Plaza
5. Luxor Hotel, Hurghada
6. Empire Hotel Aqua Park
7. Mercury Hurghada
8. Palm Inn Hurghada Hotel
9. Magic Beach Hotel Hurghada
10. Seas Hostel
11. Nefertiti Sun Flower
12. Palma Vision Resort
13. Royal Star Empire Beach Resort
14. Al Dora Residence
15. Triton Empire Inn
16. Arabella Azur Resort - All Inclusive
17. Colour Beach
18. Fox House Resort
19. Sand Beach Hotel
20. A1 Suites
Additional Info: We will meet the travelers in the lobby of the hotel or at the
entrance
Itinerary
Hurghada to Luxor by road for Karnak and Luxor temples visit
1
Hurghada
You will be collected from your Hurghada hotel and embark on a scenic drive in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle for approximately 4 hours towards Luxor for an overnight tour. Upon arrival in Luxor, you'll check into your hotel to unwind and freshen up before we escort you to a reputable local restaurant for lunch. Afterwards, we'll guide you through the treasures of Luxor's East Bank, including the awe-inspiring Karnak Temples Complex. Later, you'll explore the remarkable Temple of Luxor, initiated by a ruler of the 12th dynasty and augmented by the renowned King Ramses II. Situated at the heart of ancient Thebes, this temple, like Karnak, venerates the principal deity Amun Re. Concluding your day's exploration, we'll transport you back to your hotel in Luxor for relaxation and overnight stay.
Duration: 4 hours
2
Temple of Karnak
The Karnak Temple Complex, commonly known as Karnak, comprises a vast mix of temples, pylons, chapels, and other buildings near Luxor, Egypt.
Duration: 60 minutes
3
Luxor Temple
The Luxor Temple is a large Ancient Egyptian temple complex located on the east bank of the Nile River in the city today known as Luxor and was constructed approximately 1400 BCE. In the Egyptian language it was known as ipet resyt, "the southern sanctuary".
Duration: 60 minutes
Valley of the Kings – Temple of Queen Hatshipsut – Colossi of Memnon – Drive back to Hurghada
1
Valley of the Kings
Following breakfast at the hotel, we will arrange transportation to take you across the Nile to explore the west bank. Here, you will have the opportunity to visit the renowned Valley of the Kings, alternatively referred to as the Valley of the Gates of the Kings. This valley in Egypt served as the site for the excavation of rock-cut tombs over a span of nearly 500 years, from the 16th to the 11th century BC. These tombs were constructed for the pharaohs and influential nobles of the New Kingdom era.
Duration: 2 hours
2
Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el Bahari
The mortuary temple of Hatshepsut is a mortuary temple built during the reign of Pharaoh Hatshepsut of the Eighteenth Dynasty of Egypt. Located opposite the city of Luxor, it is considered to be a masterpiece of ancient architecture.
Duration: 2 hours
3
Colossi of Memnon
The Colossi of Memnon are two massive stone statues of the Pharaoh Amenhotep III, which stand at the front of the ruined Mortuary Temple of Amenhotep III, the largest temple in the Theban Necropolis.
Duration: 20 minutes
4
Hurghada
After the tour concludes, you will have the opportunity to explore the Colossi of Memnon, ancient statues associated with King Amenhotep III. Enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant before returning to your hotel in Hurghada.
Duration: 4 hours
Additional info
• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
