A Luxor Day Trip from Hurghada is one of the most rewarding experiences you can add to your Red Sea holiday. Leave the beaches behind for a day and discover the heart of Ancient Egypt, where pharaohs built monumental temples, royal tombs, and one of the world's greatest archaeological landscapes.

Travel from Hurghada to Luxor in a comfortable shared vehicle with an expert Egyptologist guide and visit the Valley of the Kings, Temple of Hatshepsut, Colossi of Memnon, and the magnificent Karnak Temple Complex.

With entrance tickets, lunch, and hotel transfers included, this Hurghada to Luxor day trip offers outstanding value while covering Egypt's most iconic historical attractions in a single unforgettable day.

Why You'll Love This Trip

Luxor is widely known as the world's greatest open-air museum and is home to many of Egypt's most famous archaeological treasures. If you're searching for the best Luxor excursion from Hurghada, this shared tour combines history, comfort, and excellent value into one seamless experience.

You'll explore both the West Bank of Luxor, home to the Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut Temple, and the spectacular East Bank, where the colossal Karnak Temple stands as one of the largest religious complexes ever built.

Unlike planning transport and tickets yourself, everything is organized for you. Your professional Egyptologist guide brings each monument to life while comfortable transportation, lunch, and entrance fees are all included, allowing you to focus entirely on enjoying one of the most popular Hurghada excursions.

Tour Experience

Valley of the Kings, Temple of Hatshepsut & Colossi of Memnon

Your adventure begins with an early hotel pickup in Hurghada before travelling through Safaga and the Eastern Desert towards Luxor. Upon arrival on Luxor's legendary West Bank, you'll visit the world-famous Valley of the Kings, where generations of pharaohs, including Tutankhamun, were buried inside beautifully decorated royal tombs.

Continue to the breathtaking Temple of Hatshepsut, one of Egypt's architectural masterpieces, before stopping at the towering Colossi of Memnon, two gigantic statues that have welcomed travelers for over 3,000 years.

Highlights include:

• Hotel pickup from Hurghada
• Valley of the Kings
• Temple of Hatshepsut
• Colossi of Memnon

Karnak Temple & Traditional Egyptian Lunch

Cross the Nile to Luxor's East Bank and explore the extraordinary Karnak Temple Complex, Egypt's largest ancient religious site. Walk through its famous Hypostyle Hall, admire enormous obelisks, sacred lakes, statues, and temples built by generations of pharaohs over nearly two thousand years.

Afterwards, enjoy an Oriental buffet lunch at a carefully selected local restaurant before continuing your sightseeing.

Highlights include:

• Karnak Temple Complex
• Professional Egyptologist guide
• Oriental buffet lunch
• Free time for photos

Optional Banana Island Cruise & Luxor Market

Before returning to Hurghada, you may choose to join the optional Banana Island Nile Cruise, a relaxing boat trip offering beautiful views of the Nile and lush tropical plantations.

The tour also includes free time at Luxor's local market, where you can browse authentic Egyptian souvenirs, spices, handicrafts, alabaster products, and gifts before travelling back to your hotel.

Highlights include:

• Optional Banana Island cruise
• Luxor Market
• Souvenir shopping
• Comfortable return transfer to Hurghada

Perfect For

• Travelers looking for the best Luxor day trip from Hurghada
• Visitors wanting to see Egypt's most famous ancient monuments
• Couples, families, and solo travelers
• First-time visitors to Egypt
• History lovers
• Anyone searching for the best Hurghada to Luxor excursion
• Travelers wanting an all-inclusive guided cultural experience

Book Your Adventure Today

Step beyond the beaches of Hurghada and discover the timeless wonders of Ancient Egypt on one unforgettable journey. Visit the Valley of the Kings, Temple of Hatshepsut, Colossi of Memnon, and Karnak Temple with an expert guide, comfortable transportation, entrance tickets, and lunch all included.

Reserve your Luxor Day Trip from Hurghada today with Marsa Waves and enjoy one of the highest-rated cultural excursions from the Red Sea with instant confirmation and secure online booking.

Trip Details

• Duration: full day (approx. 12 hours) from Hurghada, returning the same day
• Price: $120 per person, all-inclusive (except the optional Nile cruise)
• Format: shared small-group tour · minimum 2 people per booking
• Pickup: from your Hurghada hotel, early in the morning
• Transport: air-conditioned group vehicle with a professional driver
• Guide: professional Egyptologist speaking your languages
• Meals: Oriental open-buffet lunch included, plus water and soft drinks
• Optional add-on: 45-minute Banana Island Nile cruise (extra cost)

Prices, Discounts & Group

• All-inclusive price: $120 per person (children and group rates below)
•  Children aged 6–10 receive up to 40% off the trip price
• Special rates are available for residents and larger groups
• Minimum group size for a booking is 2 people
• A transfer supplement of $20 applies for deep-south hotels
• All prices include taxes and service charges

What to Bring

• A hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen for daytime protection
• Comfortable clothing and sturdy shoes, as some sites have uneven paths
• Modest clothing covering shoulders and knees for temple visits
• A book, music, or something to enjoy during the long, scenic drive
• Water, and a breakfast box requested from your hotel for the early start
• Your passport, plus a copy, and a camera for the tombs and the Nile
• Cash for the optional Nile cruise, shopping, and tips

Good to Know

• This is a long but rewarding day, with an early start and a scenic drive via Safaga and Qena — the vehicle keeps it comfortable
• Entrance fees to the program's sites are included in the $120 price
• The Banana Island Nile cruise is optional and paid separately on the day
• Temple visits involve walking on uneven ground and some steps, but no strenuous hiking
• Consider asking your hotel for a breakfast box, as the day starts early