5 Days Luxor Heritage Tour | Valley of the Kings, Karnak & Nile Experience
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Duration
5 days
Max Group Size
20
Departure Type
Guaranteed
Guiding Method
Fully guided
Physical level
easy
Operated In
Age Requirement
12 - 99 Ages
About this tour
Discover the timeless beauty of Luxor on this unforgettable 5-day Egypt tour package, where the magnificent treasures of Ancient Egypt come to life. Often called the world's greatest open-air museum, Luxor is home to extraordinary temples, royal tombs, and remarkable archaeological sites dating back thousands of years.
Explore the legendary Valley of the Kings, marvel at the colossal Temple of Karnak, admire the elegant Luxor Temple, and visit the stunning Temple of Queen Hatshepsut. Cruise along the scenic Nile River, experience authentic Egyptian culture, and enjoy free time to discover the city's lively markets, cafés, and riverside atmosphere.
Whether you're passionate about history, photography, or cultural exploration, this 5-day Luxor adventure offers the perfect blend of guided sightseeing and leisure, making it an unforgettable experience in the heart of ancient Egypt.
Route
- 1LuxorAfricaEgyptStart
- 2The West Bank of LuxorAfricaEgyptLuxor
- 3The West Bank of LuxorAfricaEgyptLuxor
- 4LuxorAfricaEgyptEnd
What makes this tour special
Itinerary
08:00–20:00 – Arrival at Luxor International Airport or Luxor Railway Station.
Meet your representative and transfer to your hotel in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle.
15:00 – Hotel check-in and free time to relax.
17:30 – Optional walk along the scenic Nile Corniche.
19:00 – Optional visit to Luxor Souk, where colorful spices, handmade souvenirs, papyrus artwork, and local handicrafts create a lively atmosphere.
20:00 – Optional dinner at a traditional Egyptian restaurant overlooking the Nile.
Overnight in Luxor.
07:00 – Breakfast at the hotel.
08:00 – Departure for the West Bank.
Visit:
08:30 – Valley of the Kings
Explore the royal burial ground of New Kingdom Pharaohs.
Visit three beautifully decorated tombs included with your ticket.
10:30 – Temple of Queen Hatshepsut
Discover one of Egypt's architectural masterpieces built into dramatic limestone cliffs.
11:45 – Colossi of Memnon
Photograph the two giant statues guarding the ancient funerary temple of Amenhotep III.
12:30 – Optional lunch at a local restaurant overlooking the Nile.
14:00 – Return to the hotel.
Free afternoon for swimming or relaxation.
Overnight in Luxor.
Meals: Breakfast
07:00 – Breakfast.
08:00 – Begin your East Bank exploration.
Karnak Temple Complex
08:30 – 11:30
Explore:
Great Hypostyle Hall
Sacred Lake
Avenue of Sphinxes
Obelisks of Hatshepsut
Temple of Amun-Ra
Festival Hall of Thutmose III
Learn how Karnak evolved over nearly 2,000 years into the largest religious complex ever constructed.
12:00 – Optional lunch.
Luxor Temple
14:00 – 16:00
Visit the magnificent Luxor Temple, connected to Karnak by the famous Avenue of Sphinxes. Admire colossal statues of Ramesses II, elegant courtyards, and beautifully preserved hieroglyphics.
Return to your hotel.
Optional evening Sound & Light Show at Karnak Temple.
Overnight in Luxor.
Meals: Breakfast
Breakfast at the hotel.
Enjoy a full day at leisure or choose one of the following optional excursions:
Option 1
04:30–08:30
Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride over the Valley of the Kings.
Option 2
08:00–17:00
Full-day excursion to Dendera Temple.
Option 3
08:00–18:00
Visit the sacred Temple of Abydos.
Option 4
Half-day Felucca sailing on the Nile.
Option 5
Visit Luxor Museum and the Mummification Museum.
Spend the evening relaxing at one of Luxor's riverside cafés or enjoy a traditional cultural performance.
Overnight in Luxor.
Meals: Breakfast
07:00 –Start Breakfast.
Free time depending on your departure schedule.
Optional last-minute shopping.
Hotel check-out by 12:00.
Transfer to Luxor Airport or Luxor Railway Station approximately 3 hours before departure.
End of services.
Meals: Breakfast
Trip includes
Included
4 nights hotel accommodation in Luxor - 4 Star Hotel
Daily breakfast
Professional English-speaking Egyptologist guide
Guiding Method
Fully guided
Lunches and dinners
Drinks during meals
Airport or railway station transfers
Air-conditioned transportation
West Bank guided sightseeing
East Bank guided sightseeing
Entrance fees as per itinerary
Hotel taxes and service charges
Tour Duration: 5 Days / 4 Nights
Start & End: Luxor
Tour Type: Cultural & Historical
Activity Level: Easy to Moderate
Best Travel Season: October to April
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
Bring sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat, and a refillable water bottle.
Some royal tombs (including Tutankhamun's Tomb) require an additional entrance ticket.
The itinerary may vary slightly depending on opening hours, weather conditions, and flight schedules.
Excluded
International or domestic flights
Travel insurance
Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Flight
Sound & Light Show at Karnak Temple
Dendera Temple Tour
Abydos Temple Tour
Nile Felucca Sailing
Horse Carriage Ride through Luxor
Nubian Dinner Experience
Egypt entry visa
Personal expenses
Travel insurance
Tips for guides and drivers
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