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Make exploring Luxor simple–and avoid the crowds–with private round-trip transfers from your hotel to several of the city’s top landmarks: the Valley of the Kings, Temple of Hatshepsut, Colossi of Memnon, and the Valley of the Queens. Explore at your own pace or upgrade to include an Egyptologist guide who speaks English, German, or Spanish to uncover sights you might otherwise have missed (extra expense).

Take the guesswork out of sightseeing–and avoid the crowds–on this full-day tour of Luxor, with private transfers from your hotel to each landmark included. Visit top city highlights across the East and West banks, including the Valley of the Kings, Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, Colossi of Memnon, and both the Karnak and Luxor Temples. Upgrade to include a guide and/or entry fees–extra cost.

Booking a 'felucca' sailboat ride in Luxor will save you the hassle and time of organizing it on the ground. With this trip, ride a private white-sailed felucca on the River Nile as the sun sets behind the West Bank hills. Soak in the views, and learn about the sights from a guide, and Egyptian tea. Ideal for families and couples, with hotel transfers

Get a bird's eye view of Luxor's ancient sites from aboard a hot air balloon. Your driver will pick you up and take you to the launch site in an air-conditioned vehicle, where you'll attend a safety briefing before getting ready to fly. You'll then head up to the sky, with a local guide on board to point out sights and tell you about their history and relevance.

Explore the East and West Banks of Luxor—and take the guesswork out of sightseeing—on this private full-day tour, including air-conditioned transfers from your hotel or Nile cruise. Visit key highlights including the Valley of the Kings, the Colossi of Memnon, and Karnak Temple and learn about history, culture, and architecture along the way. Enhance your visit by upgrading (extra cost) to an Egyptologist tour.

Discover the beauty of ancient Egyptian history with a visit to the Valley of the Kings in the west Bank of Luxor and the Valley of the Queens. The Valley of the Kings is an archaeological site containing the tombs of the Egyptian pharaohs, including the famous tomb of King Tutankhamun. The Valley of the Queens is a site containing the tombs of queens and noble women . And also Learn about the Temple of Medinet Habu Mortuary temple of King Ramses III one of the largest temples in ancient Egypt. It is distinguished by its exquisite design and beautiful See the funerary temples and tombs on the Nile’s West Bank. Visit the Valley of the Kings, valley of the queens, the Colossi of Memnon and Hatshepsut Temple, dedicated to the most famous powerful queen of Egypt Queen Hatshepsut

Private Transfer: Luxor to Hurghada (via Dendera Temple) Experience more than just a ride. Turn your transfer between Luxor and Hurghada into an unforgettable sightseeing adventure. Our premium service offers a smooth journey with a special stop at the magnificent Dendera Temple, allowing you to explore one of Egypt's best-preserved treasures along the way.

The ancient Egyptian sites on Luxor’s West Bank are spread out, making it tricky to visit them in one day. This private tour handles the planning and navigation, meaning you can fully relax and take in the experience. Enjoy an itinerary that includes the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatshepsut, and the Colossi of Memnon.

Explore Luxor–and avoid long taxi lines and the hassle of public transport–on this private, half-day tour, including round-trip transfers from your hotel, boat, or the airport. Visit Karnak and Luxor Temples, two of the city’s most important Ancient Egyptian landmarks, and choose to go at your own pace, explore with an Egyptologist, or upgrade to include a guide plus all entry fees.

Take the guesswork out of exploring Luxor—and leave the crowds behind—on this private tour of the Karnak and Luxor Temple complexes. Step inside the ancient walls, stand before well-preserved statues, and uncover hidden gems you’d otherwise have missed. Dive even deeper into Ancient Egypt’s history and culture by exploring with an Egyptologist (extra cost) and hearing their insights and stories along the way.

Explore the top highlights on the East Bank of Luxor with this half-day private guided tour. Enjoy pickup from your Luxor hotel or Nile cruise, transfers by air-conditioned vehicle, and visit the Temple of Karnak and Luxor Temple with an experienced local guide, who can provide historical insights and answer your questions.

See Luxor at its most dazzling by sailing on the River Nile at sunset. This private felucca tour allows you to soak up unobstructed views of the ancient city from both banks of the Nile. As you sail, you can sip on tea while taking in the view of landmarks such as Luxor Temple from the water.

Discover Luxor Tours while driving north from Luxor for a day to see one of the most complete temple in Egypt. Hathor temple at Dendara may be the best preserved in Egypt with full color still visible on its walls

Get off the beaten path with a private, half-day tour to Dendera to see the Temple of Hathor and its famous ceiling depiction of the zodiac with this day tour. Your Egyptologist guide will pick you up at your hotel and take you out to the temple complex at a time of your choosing, where you’ll have plenty of time to explore before returning to Luxor.

Simplify exploring the highlights of Luxor's East Bank on this private tour. Instead of figuring out what to prioritize and how to travel between attractions, leave the organization to your driver. Enjoy an itinerary with stops at the Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple, with flexible trip options to customize your experience to your liking.

See the highlights of Luxor's West Bank in just one day on this private tour, led by an Egyptologist guide. You’ll visit the Valley of the Queens and the Valley of the Kings, see the Colossi of Memnon, and spend time at the Hatshepsut Temple, dedicated to one of Egypt's most revered queens.

This isn’t just a checklist of tombs and temples—it’s a deep dive into the hidden soul of ancient Thebes. Led by a passionate Egyptologist, you’ll venture beyond the typical stops to explore lesser-seen treasures like Medinet Habu and the artisan tombs of Deir el-Medina. With private hotel pickup, flexible pacing, and rich storytelling that connects each site, this full-day West Bank tour offers a more personal, in-depth journey through Egypt’s royal past. Ideal for travelers who crave more than the basics—this experience brings the pharaohs and their people vividly to life.

Enjoy a more personalized Luxor experience when you book this private tour, with transfers direct from your hotel or cruise ship. You'll see the Valley of the Kings, Temple of Hatshepsut, and Colossi of Memnon, then cross the Nile to Karnak and Luxor temples. The basic package includes transport and bottled water; upgrade to add a licensed guide, a guide and entry fees, or a guide, entry fees, and lunch.

Discover ancient Egypt's highlights on this 5-star, full-board cruise from Luxor to Aswan. Spend two days exploring Luxor, including the Valley of the Kings, one day taking in Kom Ombo and Edfu, and a day exploring Aswan, including Philae Temple and the Aswan High Dam. Your package includes guiding, transfers and meals from lunch on day 1 to breakfast on day 5, but entrance fees are at your own expense.

From Luxor, a shared hot-air-balloon flight rises at dawn for aerial views of the Nile, Valley of the Kings, and Hatshepsut Temple. The itinerary passes by the Colossi of Memnon and Luxor Temple, while the balloon climbs to about 1,500 feet and stays airborne for roughly an hour. Hotel or Nile cruise pickup and drop-off simplify the early start. Licensed pilots lead the flight with English commentary and a flight certificate provided as a memento. The shared group can include up to 20 travelers.

Experience the ancient landmarks of Luxor from a different perspective when you embark on this hot-air balloon ride. Climb aboard your private balloon and soar over the ancient monuments and landscapes just as the sun is about to rise. Enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding areas and sip on complimentary tea or coffee upon landing.

Step into ancient Thebes on a private tour from Luxor to the Valley of the Queens, Valley of the Artisans, and Habu Temple. You’ll see the tombs of ancient queens, then enter the valley where Egyptian workers lived during the New Kingdom. Habu Temple has some of Luxor’s most beautifully preserved ancient art, depicting everything from fierce battles to festival scenes in brilliant colors. Traveling with a private guide means the flexibility to explore at your own pace, learning the fascinating stories behind each place you see.

Set sail on the River Nile—and escape the crowds—on this private boat ride from Luxor, timed to soak up views of the sunset and with the option to include a traditional Egyptian dinner (extra cost). Step onboard a felucca, sail along the ancient waters, and enjoy plenty of photo opportunities along the way.