Hurghada to Luxor Full-Day Small-Group Tour (8–10 Pax) with Lunch: Valley of the Kings, Karnak & Hatshepsut Temples

Tour Highlights:

• Small-group excursion from Hurghada in a comfortable minibus (maximum 8–10 people)
• Visit the magnificent Karnak Temple, one of Egypt’s largest ancient temple complexes
• See the iconic Colossi of Memnon, two massive statues guarding the Theban plains
• Explore the Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut, a masterpiece of ancient architecture
• Discover the Valley of the Kings, the royal burial ground of Egypt’s pharaohs
• Enjoy a delicious Oriental open buffet lunch during your tour

Full Description:

7 Highlights of Hurghada to Luxor Full-Day Small Group Tour | Valley of the Kings

Discover the timeless wonders of Luxor on an unforgettable full-day tour from Hurghada. Explore some of Egypt’s most remarkable ancient monuments with the guidance of a professional Egyptologist tour guide, while enjoying comfortable hotel pickup and drop-off.

After an early morning pickup from your hotel in Hurghada, travel to Luxor, the ancient capital of the Pharaohs. Begin your journey with a visit to the magnificent Karnak Temple, one of the largest and most impressive temple complexes in the world.

Enjoy a relaxing lunch at a local restaurant before taking an optional traditional Felucca boat ride across the Nile River to the City of the Dead.

Continue your tour with a stop at the famous Colossi of Memnon, the giant statues that remain from the Temple of Amenhotep III. Then explore the legendary Valley of the Kings, the royal burial site of Egypt’s most powerful pharaohs, renowned for its richly decorated tombs.

Finally, visit the spectacular Temple of Hatshepsut, dedicated to one of Ancient Egypt’s most powerful female pharaohs and admired for its unique architecture carved into the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari.

This full-day excursion offers the perfect opportunity to experience the rich history, culture, and architectural beauty of ancient Luxor.

Useful Informations:⇓

Karnak Temple ⇓

Your first stop on this Luxor tour from Hurghada is the magnificent Karnak Temple on the East Bank—one of Ancient Egypt’s largest religious complexes, expanded over more than 2,000 years and dedicated mainly to Amun-Ra.

• Great Hypostyle Hall with 134 columns (≈21–25 m) and superb carved reliefs.
• Walk a restored section of the Avenue of Sphinxes linking Karnak to Luxor Temple.
• Inside the Amun enclosure: Sacred Lake, scarab statue, obelisks, and statues of Ramesses II.

Lunch ⇓

Enjoy a traditional Egyptian lunch at a local restaurant in Luxor before the afternoon visits.

• Buffet selection: rice, grilled vegetables, meat & kofta, fresh salads, pita bread.

• Outdoor seating available for a relaxed break with your group.

• Optional add-on: a short felucca sail on the Nile or a boat ride to Banana Island — around €10 per person, arranged on the day with your guide and paid on-site

Valley of the Kings ⇓

Next, head to the Valley of the Kings on Luxor’s West Bank—one of the most famous archaeological sites in the world. Cut deep into the desert cliffs, these tombs were the royal burial ground of the New Kingdom.

• Explore the legendary Valley of the Kings, home to more than 60 ancient tombs belonging to famous pharaohs such as Ramesses II, Seti I, and Ramesses III.
• Visit up to 3 royal tombs included with your entrance ticket (tombs are rotated regularly for preservation purposes).
• Optional visit to the Tomb of Tutankhamun for an additional fee of approximately €20, payable on site.
• Admire the beautifully preserved painted reliefs and vibrant hieroglyphs that illustrate the beliefs and journey of the ancient Egyptian afterlife.

Hatshepsut Temple ⇓

Continue to the Temple of  Hatshepsut  (Deir el-Bahari) on Luxor’s West Bank — a breathtaking monument carved directly into the limestone cliffs. Built for one of Egypt’s few female pharaohs, this masterpiece is a highlight of your Hurghada to Luxor day trip.

• Marvel at the Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut, featuring three-level terraces, elegant colonnades, and gently sloping ramps arranged in perfect symmetry.
• Discover exquisite wall reliefs depicting Hatshepsut’s divine birth and her famous expedition to Punt.
• On the upper terrace, admire the impressive Osiride statues, chapels dedicated to Hathor and Anubis, and the sanctuary of Amun.

Colossi of Memnon ⇓

Your final stop is the Colossi of Memnon on Luxor’s West Bank—two monumental statues of Amenhotep III carved from quartzite sandstone and still dominating the plain.

• Each statue stands approximately 18 meters (60 ft) high and once flanked the entrance of the king’s Temple of Millions of Years.
• The Colossi are historically known for the ancient phenomenon of “singing at dawn,” when the stone was said to emit sounds as it warmed in the morning sun.
• Today, they remain a striking and iconic landmark on any Hurghada to Luxor itinerary.

Alabaster & Papyrus Workshops ⇓

Before leaving Luxor, visit a traditional alabaster workshop and a papyrus atelier to see time-honoured crafts up close.

• Enjoy live demonstrations of traditional Egyptian crafts, including alabaster shaping and polishing as well as papyrus preparation and hand-painting.
• Browse a curated showroom and engage with local artisans, learning about the materials, techniques, and stories behind their work.

• Child Prices

  • 1–5 years: €30 per child
  • 6–11 years: €45 per child
  • From 12 years: Full adult price applies

  • Payment Information:

    • Payment is accepted in cash in any currency: Euro (€), US Dollars ($), British Pounds (£), or Egyptian Pounds (EGP).
    • Payment is made at the beginning of the tour.
    • All prices include taxes and insurance.

• What to Bring:

  • Copy of your passport or ID card (a digital copy on your phone is sufficient)
  • Breakfast box: Please order at the hotel reception one day before the excursion (provided free of charge)
  • Comfortable shoes for walking
  • Camera or photo equipment to capture the sights
  • Comfortable clothing suitable for warm weather
  • Sunscreen to protect against the sun
  • Sunglasses for added comfort and eye protection

  Important Information:

  • Please contact us one day before the tour to confirm your final pickup time.
  • Kindly provide your hotel name and room number after arrival.
  • Professional tour guides are available in English, German, French, Arabic, and Russian.