Luxor Day Trip from Hurghada | Valley of the Kings & Karnak

Discover the ancient wonders of Egypt on a memorable day trip to Luxor from Hurghada. This full-day excursion takes you from the Red Sea coast to the heart of ancient Thebes, giving you the opportunity to explore some of Egypt’s most famous temples, tombs, and archaeological sites with a knowledgeable local guide.
Your journey begins with an early morning pickup from your hotel in Hurghada, followed by a comfortable drive through the Eastern Desert toward Luxor. Although the journey is long, the changing landscapes provide an interesting introduction to Egypt beyond the Red Sea resorts.
Upon arrival in Luxor, begin your sightseeing on the West Bank of the Nile, where the most important royal burial sites are located. Visit the legendary Valley of the Kings, the ancient necropolis where numerous pharaohs of the New Kingdom were buried. Explore selected tombs with their colorful wall paintings and learn about ancient Egyptian beliefs surrounding death, the afterlife, and royal burial traditions.
Continue to the magnificent Temple of Hatshepsut, dramatically built against the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari. Your guide can explain the history of Queen Hatshepsut, her reign, and the architectural features that make this temple one of Luxor’s most recognizable monuments. A stop at the Colossi of Memnon provides an opportunity to see the enormous stone statues that once stood at the entrance of a much larger temple complex.
After a traditional Egyptian lunch, cross to the East Bank to explore the impressive Karnak Temple Complex. Walk through its monumental courtyards and the famous Great Hypostyle Hall, surrounded by enormous columns covered with ancient inscriptions and reliefs.
Depending on your selected itinerary and available time, you may also visit Luxor Temple, particularly beautiful when illuminated in the evening. The temple’s impressive entrance, columns, statues, and connection with the ancient religious center of Thebes make it an important final stop.
At the end of your Luxor day trip from Hurghada, begin the return journey to your hotel in Hurghada. This private or small-group excursion is designed for travelers who want to experience Luxor’s major attractions in one day without arranging transportation, sightseeing, and guiding separately.
Whether you are interested in ancient Egyptian history, archaeology, temples, royal tombs, or photography, this Hurghada to Luxor tour provides a convenient way to explore one of Egypt’s greatest historical destinations while staying in Hurghada.

Price Policy

- All prices are quoted per person, based on the selected accommodation and room occupancy.
- The standard tour price is based on two people sharing a double or twin room.
- Single-room accommodation is available at an additional supplement.
- Child prices depend on the child's age and the services required and will be confirmed at the time of booking.
- The tour price is based on the services and accommodation specified in the confirmed itinerary.
- Prices are subject to availability at the time of booking, particularly for Nile cruise cabins, hotels and domestic transportation.
- Once the booking has been confirmed and the required deposit has been received, the agreed tour price will not change unless the traveler requests changes or upgrades.

Payment Policy

- A 30% deposit is required to confirm and secure the tour reservation.
- The remaining 70% balance should be paid before arrival, according to the payment deadline stated in the booking confirmation.
- Bookings made within 30 days of arrival may require full payment at the time of confirmation.
- Certain services, such as Nile cruise cabins, domestic flights or special arrangements, may require higher or earlier payment because of supplier conditions.
- Payment processing, bank-transfer fees or card/online payment charges, if applicable, may be the responsibility of the traveler.

Price Changes

Quoted prices are based on the availability and rates available when the quotation is prepared. Hotel, cruise and transportation rates may change before the reservation is confirmed.

After the required deposit has been received and the booking is confirmed, the agreed price is protected except for:

- Requested itinerary changes
- Hotel or cruise upgrades
- Additional services or excursions
- Changes in travel dates
- Additional transportation requirements
- Supplier charges that were specifically identified before booking

Optional Experiences

Optional activities such as a Luxor hot-air balloon ride, Nubian Village visit, desert safari, snorkeling, diving, Red Sea boat trip or Nile dinner cruise are not included unless specifically stated in the confirmed itinerary. Their prices will be provided separately.

Important

The final price, inclusions, exclusions, accommodation category and payment deadline will be clearly stated in the traveler's booking confirmation before payment is made.

We understand that travel plans can change. Our cancellation policy is designed to provide reasonable flexibility while covering non-refundable costs related to hotels, Nile cruise reservations, transportation, entrance tickets, and other services booked for your Egypt tour.

Standard Cancellation Charges:

- More than 61 days before arrival: 20% cancellation fee
- 60–31 days before arrival: 35% cancellation fee
- 30–15 days before arrival: 50% cancellation fee
- 14–7 days before arrival: 75% cancellation fee
- 6 days or less before arrival: 100% cancellation fee
- No-show: 100% of the total tour price

Important Conditions

Cancellation requests must be submitted in writing by email or through the booking platform. The cancellation date is considered the date we receive the written request.

Certain services, including Nile cruise cabins, domestic flights, hotels, special events, and prepaid arrangements, may have separate cancellation conditions imposed by the supplier. Any non-refundable supplier charges will be deducted from the applicable refund.

If the tour has already started, unused services are generally non-refundable.

Changes and Postponements

If you need to change your travel dates rather than cancel, we will do our best to accommodate your request, subject to availability and any additional charges imposed by hotels, cruise operators, airlines, or other suppliers.

Force Majeure

In exceptional circumstances beyond our control, such as natural disasters, government restrictions, major transportation disruptions, or other force majeure events, alternative arrangements or credit may be offered where possible. Refunds will depend on the recoverable amounts from our suppliers.

Travel Insurance

We strongly recommend purchasing comprehensive travel insurance covering trip cancellation, medical emergencies, travel interruptions, baggage, and other unexpected expenses before your trip.

By confirming your booking, you acknowledge and accept the cancellation and refund conditions stated above.