𓂀Royal tombs, monumental temples and sunrise over the west bank

Luxor

Explore Luxor through a clear East Bank and West Bank collection, from Karnak and Luxor Temple to royal tombs, Hatshepsut and sunrise balloon launch grounds.

The destination

Why Luxor stays with you

Luxor is organised around the Nile. The West Bank holds the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, the Colossi of Memnon and the sunrise balloon experience. The East Bank brings together Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, Luxor Museum and the Mummification Museum. Complete day trips connect both sides with a licensed Egyptologist guide.

Why visit

  • West Bank: Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple and Colossi of Memnon
  • West Bank: sunrise hot-air balloon flights
  • East Bank: Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple
  • East Bank: Luxor Museum and Mummification Museum

Best for

Ancient Egypt · Photography · Day trips · Private touring

Suggested time

Full day from Hurghada · Overnight · 2–3 days

Popular experiences

Luxor day trip from Hurghada · West Bank royal tombs and Hatshepsut Temple · West Bank hot-air balloon sunrise

Before you go

The Luxor travel handbook

A destination is more than a collection of tour cards. These are the practical details that shape the right timing, pace, clothing and route.

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Best time

October to April; summer visits should begin very early

Ideal stay

2–3 nights, or one intensive day from Hurghada

Travel rhythm

Temple and tomb days with considerable walking and heat exposure

What to wear

Breathable modest clothing, closed walking shoes, hat and strong sun protection

Family note

Older children interested in history usually enjoy private guided routes; long day trips are demanding for very young children.

Access note

Tombs, temples and balloon baskets are not uniformly step-free; share mobility needs before the route is selected.

Practical route notes

  • Individual tombs can close or rotate; the guide selects available visits within the confirmed ticket category.
  • Hot-air balloons operate only with aviation and weather approval.
  • A Hurghada day trip is very long; an overnight stay offers a calmer experience.
  • Carry water and avoid treating every monument as a rushed checklist.

Two banks · one ancient capital

Cross the Nile. Change the story.

The collection is organised geographically so guests immediately understand what belongs to the royal West Bank and what belongs to the monumental East Bank.

Royal tombs & sunrise

West Bank

Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, the Colossi of Memnon landscape and sunrise balloon flights all belong to Luxor's West Bank.

  • Valley of the Kings
  • Hatshepsut Temple
  • Colossi of Memnon
  • Hot Air Balloon

Temples & museums

East Bank

Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, Luxor Museum and the Mummification Museum form the core East Bank collection.

  • Karnak Temple
  • Luxor Temple
  • Luxor Museum
  • Mummification Museum

Both banks in one route

Complete Luxor experiences

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Luxor by Bus

A complete Luxor day from Hurghada by shared coach, organised between Karnak on the East Bank and Hatshepsut Temple with the Valley of the Kings on the West Bank.

  • Karnak Temple — East Bank
  • Hatshepsut Temple — West Bank

Adult price

£70

Under 3 free · ages 3–11 half price

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