All Luxor Tours & Excursions in 2026

Pickup was super early via van and then ferry to cross the Nile. We waited for hours with hundreds of other travelers flying with many different companies. Good thing we scheduled our first morning in Luxor, as all flights were cancelled by the agency that regulates balloon rides. We were dropped off at a meeting point for our next tour of Valley of the Kings/Queens, rather than a returning back to our hotel. This was convenient. We did have the next day available, so we rebooked and hoped for the best. That night happened to be Egypt’s return to standard time, so clocks fell back and we were picked up an hour earlier. Same process as previous day… van, ferry across the Nile, wait hours in the dark while being pestered by vendors selling goods, mostly children. But this day the balloons went up. What a glorious sight to see the balloons inflate on the ground… have your camera ready We were given premium spots in the balloon because the workers recognized that we had returned a second day. (Most people around us the previous day couldn’t rebook, as they were leaving Luxor.) The flight was epic. It feels like nothing when you leave the ground and float through the air. We had great views of the sunrise, Valley of the Queens, and the other balloons. All went well with the flight and landing. Transfer back to our hotel was smooth. Highly recommend this experience!

My friend and I booked this full-day Luxor tour and it genuinely exceeded every expectation. Over the course of one remarkable day, we visited the Valley of the Kings, the Valley of the Queens, Hatshepsut Temple, Luxor Temple, and Karnak Temple — an ambitious itinerary that was pulled off seamlessly thanks to two exceptional people. Our driver, Mahmood Salek, was outstanding from start to finish. He navigated a packed schedule with impressive efficiency, getting us to every site safely and on time without a single moment of stress. Beyond logistics, Mahmood added real warmth to the day — sharing his knowledge of the local area and giving us a genuine window into life in Egypt. That personal connection made the experience feel so much richer than a standard tour. Our Egyptologist guide, Alaa Korany, was simply in a class of his own. His depth of knowledge across every single site was extraordinary, and what set him apart was his ability to tailor the experience to our interests and keep up with every question we threw at him. His passion for Egyptology is completely authentic — you can feel it — and it made each monument come alive in a way that no guidebook ever could. We cannot praise him highly enough. We had a little extra time before our flight, and both Mahmood and Alaa went out of their way to make sure we used it well and left with smiles on our faces. That level of care and hospitality speaks volumes. If you're visiting Luxor, do not hesitate to book this tour. Ask for Mahmood and Alaa by name — you won't regret it.

I travel a lot and and I love history. In my first time in Egypt I needed tours that would allowed me to learn as much as possible in a digestible way. This is exactly what I got in this tour. Amira gave me the depth I wanted while exploring the West side of Luxor. She was able to give me enough details about the temples and tombs to make me feel knowledgeable about ancient Egypt afterlife traditions. Amira is very experienced with more than 26 years as a guide and she is able to dispense her expertise at the right amount. The tour took about seven hours, including lunch. We covered multiple temples, the valley of the kings, the valley of the queens and the city of the artisans, with a brief stop by the Colossi. The pace was comfortable and conducive to a lot of Q&A interactions. This is a tour for people who want to go beyond the highlights and I highly recommend it.

Our 4-day Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor was absolutely unforgettable and one of the highlights of our Egypt trip. The ship was beautiful, clean, comfortable, and the views along the Nile were breathtaking every single day. Watching the sunrise and sunset from the deck while sailing between ancient temples felt magical. What truly made this experience exceptional was our guide, King Mina. He was beyond amazing — knowledgeable, professional, friendly, and incredibly passionate about Egypt’s history. Every temple and historical site came alive through his storytelling. He answered every question with patience and made the entire journey both educational and fun. His organization and care for the group made everything smooth and stress-free from start to finish. The excursions to Abu Simbel, Luxor, Edfu, Kom Ombo, and all the temples were perfectly arranged, and the hot air balloon experience was unforgettable. The staff onboard were also wonderful, always welcoming us with smiles and excellent service. If anyone is considering a Nile cruise in Egypt, I highly recommend this experience — and if you can, ask for King Mina as your guide. He truly made the trip special and memorable. 10/10 experience that we will never forget!

I didn’t get to ride the balloon because of the weather conditions, it had to be cancelled. However, the communication, transportation and prompted refund were excellent and on time as soon as I requested for the refund. This was one of the best experiences I had in my entire Egypt trip(after diving in the Red Sea). I would recommend anyone to book through them if you want to book a balloon rides.

Easy communication, on time pick up with comfortable car. Driver was drove safely. Our guide Dr Michael was very nice and knowledgeable. He kindly treated us to local breakfast on the way to Denderah. Michael took his time explaining the important parts of the temples and we also had plenty of time to explore alone. We never felt rushed and return around 5pm. Thank you Muchael, the driver and Emo tours.

We had an excellent guide who was very knowledgeable and went into detail about the sights we visited. A stop was made at an alabaster factory, which seems like a tourist trap, but it was low pressure; overall the tour was hassle free, as described, and very enjoyable.

The boat was very well kitted out and comfortable. Doesn’t look much from outside but inside everything was excellent. The staff on board were all very kind and helpful. The cleanliness on board was certainly 5* and the staff work hard to keep it so. The food on board was good, there was always something to appeal to everyone. Good choice of drinks also and reasonably priced. Our guide, Mahmoud, was really excellent! We feel so lucky to have had him with us for the duration of the cruise. He was very knowledgeable and also very kind.