From Hurghada: Luxor Valley of the Kings & Karnak Temple Bus Day Trip - Egyptologist Guide

Travel by bus from Hurghada
to the ancient city of Luxor

After an early-morning pickup from your hotel in Hurghada, travel to Luxor by air-conditioned bus or minivan. During the roughly 5-hour journey each way, enjoy views of the Egyptian countryside.

Explore the Valley of the Kings on the West Bank

In Luxor, meet your professional Egyptologist guide and begin your journey through the ruins of ancient Thebes. Cross to the West Bank to tour the Valley of the Kings, home to the tombs of the pharaohs. The Tomb of Tutankhamun (KV62) can be visited for an additional fee.

See the Temple of Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon

Next, tour the mortuary temple of Queen Hatshepsut with your guide and stop at the Colossi of Memnon for photos. Then enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.

Explore the Karnak Temple complex on the East Bank

After lunch, head to the East Bank to explore the Karnak Temple complex, one of ancient Egypt's most important religious sites, with your guide. Before heading back to Hurghada, enjoy free time to browse local shops or buy Egyptian souvenirs. At the end of the day, return to your hotel in Hurghada by bus or minivan.

※ Travel between Hurghada and Luxor may take longer than stated due to mandatory convoy schedules, checkpoint waiting times, fog and other weather or road conditions.
※ The itinerary is for reference only and the schedule and order may change depending on local conditions.