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Luxor by air is fast becoming as popular as Cairo. One of the main reasons for its popularity is that many tourists do not frequent Luxor as much as Cairo so you can guarantee the trip is more relaxed without the hustle and bustle that takes place especially when visiting Cairo and the airport is certainly not as hectic. it’s one of the trips that we cannot recommend highly enough. Luxor is a city in the Upper (southern) Egypt and the capital of Luxor Governorate. As the site of the Ancient Egyptian city of Thebes (the great capital of Egypt during the New Kingdom), Luxor has frequently been characterized as the "world's greatest open air museum", as the ruins of the temple complexes at Karnak and Luxor stand within the modern city. Immediately opposite, across the River Nile, lie the monuments, temples and tombs on the West Bank Necropolis, which include the Valley of the Kings and Valley of the Queens. Thousands of international tourists arrive annually to visit these monuments.

Cruise the Nile River from Aswan to Luxor on a 5-star cruise that explores the ancient highlights of the Upper Nile. From the Temple of Philae to Kom Ombo Temple and the Valley of the Kings, discover royal tombs to temples. An included sunrise hot-air balloon flight above Luxor’s magnificent West Bank helps take in the scale of the ancient settlement, and onboard entertainment ensures a lively cruise. Discover one of the most impressive temples in Egypt by visiting Abu Simbel 285 km south of Aswan.

Make the most of every precious hour in Cairo with this comprehensive private tour from Cairo or Giza hotels. Skip having to hire cabs on the day, and enjoy a prebooked tour of the ancient highlights in and surrounding the city. Admire the Giza Pyramids, see the antiquities at nearby Memphis, and view the age-old Saqqara and Dahshur pyramids, all with commentary from your Egyptologist driver-guide. Admissions and lunch included.

Sail from Aswan to Luxor on a five-star Nile River Cruise, with plenty of stops at ancient temples and archaeological sites along the way, with this cruise package. You'll visit the Abu Simbel Temple, the Edfu Horus Temple, and the highlights of Luxor's West and East Bank along the way.

Visit Cairo in one day on your Sharm el Sheik vacation, with this comprehensive private day trip by plane. You’ll travel between the two cities by plane to maximize your time in the Egyptian capital and give the sights the attention they deserve. Entry fees to the Giza Pyramids and the Egyptian Museum are included along with a private Egyptologist guide, camel ride, and lunch.

Watch the sunrise over the Nile, Luxor’s West Bank, the Temple of Hatshepsut, and Medinet Habu (Temple of Ramses III) on a magical morning adventure by hot-air balloon. Everything you need is taken care of: 2-way transfers from your hotel, a motorboat to the launch site, and even breakfast, tea, and coffee. The photos will be extraordinary.

Take in some of the best views of Luxor imaginable with a hot-air balloon flight over the ancient city, complete with live English commentary to keep you oriented. This small-group tour includes your flight, round-trip hotel or port transportation, a light breakfast, and a souvenir flight certificate to commemorate your journey.

See the highlights of Aswan and Luxor during a 3-day trip that includes airfare, 4-star hotel accommodation in both cities, transfers by private vehicle, and sightseeing with an Egyptologist guide. Visit the two temples of Abu Simbel plus much more. You’ll fly from Cairo to Aswan, ride a 1st-class train to Luxor, then return to Cairo, making this comprehensive package hassle-free for travelers, as all the details are worked out.

Sailing over Luxor in a hot-air balloon lets you see the full scope of the archaeological site, a perspective that’s impossible to get from ground level. This private guided day tour begins with majestic sunrise views, then continues to the ancient highlights: the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatshepsut, the Colossi of Memnon, and both Karnak and Luxor Temples. Site entrance fees are at your own expense.

View the ancient pyramids and relics of Giza, Saqqara, and Memphis in one day with your own Egyptologist guide. Start at the Giza Pyramids and mysterious Sphinx before continuing to Saqqara to admire Djoser’s step pyramid and visit some Old Kingdom tombs. Later, explore the open-air museum at Memphis, home to statues, sphinxes, and other remnants of what was Egypt’s oldest capital. Your package includes lunch and round-trip transfers.

Set sail along the River Nile on a 5-day cruise from Luxor to Aswan, where adventure meets relaxation. Enjoy a curated itinerary which includes soaring over majestic landscapes in a hot air balloon, horse-drawn carriage rides, and archaeological site visits to places including the Valley of the Kings. With expert Egyptologists guiding you and all the details taken care of, you can focus on making memories and enjoying on-board amenities.

Staying in Cairo needn’t mean missing out on Egypt’s other ancient capital—Luxor. On this private tour, fly from Cairo to Luxor for the day, and visit the key highlights: the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el Bahary, the Colossi of Memnon, and the Temple of Karnak. Along the way, get personalized insights into ancient Egypt from your private guide.

Visiting Cairo from Hurghada can mean long cab or bus journeys that don't make the best use of your time. Explore more efficiently by flying to Egypt's capital, enabling you to get the max from your sightseeing time. Visit Giza’s Pyramids, admire Tutankhamun’s treasures at the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), and if time allows, delve into the maze-like Khan El-Khalili bazaar.

Experience Egypt’s iconic Giza Pyramids on this tour from Cairo with an Egyptologist guide. Visit the Giza Pyramids and the Great Sphinx, take an included camel ride on the Giza Plateau, and dine on an included lunch in a nearby restaurant (Depending on option selected).

A Nile River cruise is an essential part of any southern Egypt trip. This 3-day sail from Aswan to Luxor is the perfect way to cover a lot of ground in a short period of time. Enjoy all your meals onboard the vessel and stop at numerous temples and ruins along the way to learn more about ancient Egypt.

Explore the wonders of ancient Egypt from above during this shared early morning hot-air balloon ride above Luxor. See landmarks like the Colossi of Memnon, the Valley of Kings and Queens, and Ramessum Temple as you enjoy stunning bird’s eye views during sunrise. Excursions include an English-speaking guide and pickup and drop-off from your Luxor hotel or Nile cruise.

Experience the Nile River from on board a 5-star ship during a 3-night cruise from Aswan. Your Egyptologist guide escorts you to the Aswan High Dam and Philae Temple, Kom Ombo Temple, and the Temple of Horus at Edfu, and shows you the highlights of Luxor, including the Valley of the Kings. Your package includes all meals, transfers including hotel pickup, but site admissions are your own expense.

Don’t let the distance between Cairo and Sharm el-Sheikh put a stop to you seeing the pyramids. Visit Cairo the easy way with round-trip flights, transportation, and an Egyptologist guide. With the logistics in the hands of local guides, focus on the ancient attractions of Cairo instead. Visits to the Pyramids of Giza and the GEM (Grand Egyptian Museum) are among the itinerary highlights.

Get a bird's eye view over Luxor as you sail over the city in a hot air balloon. Your driver will pick you up at your hotel bright and early and take you to the launch spot, where you'll hop aboard a balloon to take flight. As you soar, you'll be able to look down at some of Luxor's oldest sights, illuminated by the light of the morning sunrise.

Discover Luxor from above with this Hot Air Balloon Trip while riding high above the the Valley of Kings. While flying over famous and ancient temples including Queen Hatsheput's temple and the Nile River. Your pilot is qualified in flying and will be happy to answer questions throughout the experience. Afterwards, get up close with history with a private tour of the temples.

No matter your time constraints, visiting Luxor is an essential part of any trip to Egypt. This private tour saves you time and hassle by taking you there and back in just one day. Fly from Cairo in the morning, spend your day exploring both sides of the Nile in Luxor, and return to Cairo in the evening.

See Luxor without the carbon cost or cash expense of a flight when you book this 2-day tour by first-class seated night train. You’ll glide above ancient monuments in a hot-air balloon, explore the Valley of the Kings and more, and sail the Nile. Your package includes transfers, train tickets, a private guide, a hotel with breakfast, and the balloon and felucca fees: entrance tickets are at your own expense.

See the highlights of Upper Egypt in just five days and four nights with this all-inclusive package from Cairo. You’ll fly from Cairo to Luxor, where you’ll visit the Valley of the Kings and other West Bank attractions before continuing down to the Edfu and Kom Omo Temples. Your tour will conclude in Aswan, followed by a flight back to Cairo.

Discover ancient Luxor in just a day when you book this action-packed door-to-door tour with private Egyptologist guide. Soar over the sights on a sunrise hot air balloon ride, hit the highlights at a pace that works for your group, then enjoy a slice of timeless Nileside life as you cruise the river in a felucca sailboat. Price includes guide, transfers, balloon trip and felucca ride, but excludes lunch and entrance fees.