Hurghada to Luxor Tours – Ultimate Egypt Budget Tours for Families and Groups
Joined 2025
Guided exploration of Karnak Temple Complex – the largest religious site in ancient Egypt. Visit the Valley of the Kings – tombs of legendary pharaohs like Ramses IIl. Marvel at the Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari. Capture the grandeur of the Colossi of Memnon – monumental statues of Amenhotep III. Enjoy a freshly prepared Egyptian lunch at a reputable local restaurant. Optional felucca or motorboat ride on the Nile River.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At your hotel
- The meeting point will be arranged according to the guest’s location. Start early with a comfortable transfer across the Eastern Desert. Rest stops provided en route.
Karnak Temple Complex
Your journey begins at Karnak, a sprawling city of temples dedicated to the Theban Triad: Amun-Ra, Mut, and Khonsu. Walk among 134 towering columns in the Great Hypostyle Hall, admire the sacred lake, and learn about the kings who built this religious epicenter over 2,000 years.
Lunch Break
Savor a traditional Egyptian meal featuring grilled meats, rice, fresh bread, and seasonal vegetables. Vegetarian options available.
Valley of the Kings
Cross to Luxor’s West Bank to explore the royal necropolis. Descend into elaborately decorated tombs and witness vibrant wall scenes narrating the pharaohs’ journey to the afterlife.
Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut
Admire Egypt’s most celebrated female ruler’s temple, perfectly aligned with the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari. Learn about her reign, divine birth, and famous expedition to the Land of Punt.
Colossi of Memnon
Stand before the 18-meter statues of Amenhotep III, the last sentinels of his once-grand mortuary temple. Hear the legend of the “singing” colossus that enchanted ancient travelers.
Optional Nile Boat Ride
If time allows, enjoy a serene boat ride along the Nile for a unique view of Luxor’s skyline.
Return to Hurghada Evening
Evening arrival back at your hotel with lasting memories of Egypt’s golden age.
Ending Point
Drop off at your hotel
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This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
*Transportation air-conditioned vehicle via Kia, MG, or Hyundai limousine car, or Toyota Hiace microbus (depending on group size)
*Gasoline fee
*Toll fee
*Professional licensed Egyptologist guide
*All entrance fees to the sites listed in the itinerary
*Lunch at a clean, reputable local restaurant
*Bottled water during the tour
*Drinks during lunch
*Tips for driver and guide (optional)
*Personal spending
*Optional Nile boat ride (available at additional cost)
Tour Important Information
*Best For: Families, friends, history lovers, and travelers seeking budget-friendly Egypt tours without sacrificing quality
*Accessibility: Not wheelchair accessible inside some tombs and temple areas
*What to Bring: Passport or ID
*Comfortable walking shoes
*Hat, sunglasses, sunscreen
*Light jacket in winter months
*Camera or smartphone for photography
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Joined 2025
About Tour Guide Mahmoud M.
My name is Mahmoud and I am a graduate of Minia University, Faculty of Tourism and Hotels, Department of Tour Guiding. I am fluent in English and German, and I have been working as a licensed tour guide in both languages since August 2000.
I have extensive experience guiding tourists in Luxor, Aswan, and the region behind the High Dam on Lake Nasser, where the majestic ancient Egyptian temples relocated from Old Nubia are located.
In addition to guiding, I also organize and manage customized tour programs in Aswan and Luxor, helping visitors explore Egypt’s rich history and breathtaking monuments with deep cultural insight and professional care.
$300/ per group
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