Luxor by Plane: Day Tour from Sharm el Sheikh

4.8 (10 reviews) Sharm el Sheikh, Egypt
Duration15h 30m
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesGerman, English, Italian, French
Group sizeUp to 100 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Step back in time and discover the oldest civilization known to mankind on this exploratory day tour from Sharm El Sheikh to Luxor, in southern Egypt. During this excursion, you will visit Luxor's main tourist attractions, such as the Karnak Temple, the Valley of the Kings, and the Temple of Hatshepsut

What's included

  • Qualified guide speaking English, Italian, and Spanish
  • Lunch at a local restaurant
  • Entrance fees to the temples
  • All transfers by air-conditioned vehicle in Sharm el Sheikh and Luxor
  • Round-trip flight tickets
  • Beverages at the restaurant
  • Any services not mentioned in the program

What to expect

  1. Luxor
    3h
    Early in the morning, our agency's driver will pick you up from your hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle and transfer you to the airport (a journey of approx. 25–35 minutes). You will board the plane to Luxor for a flight lasting about 50 minutes. Upon arrival at Luxor airport, our qualified Egyptologist guide will greet you and accompany you for the entire duration of the tour. The sightseeing begins on the West Bank of the city, or as it was known in the past, the "City of the Dead," which was considered the gateway to the afterlife by the ancient Pharaonic civilization.
  2. Valley of the Kings
    2h · Admission ticket included
    It is composed of two parts: The Eastern Valley, where most of the royal tombs and monuments were built, and the Western Valley, which contains the Valley of the Kings. This is one of the most famous archaeological sites in the history of Egypt and the entire world, as it contains 62 royal tombs of 18th Dynasty kings. Each burial chamber tells stories of the life of the Pharaoh and the royal family, with a style and architecture that create a sense of peace and mystery. The tour program includes access to 3 tombs, but if you wish to visit others, it is possible for an additional fee.
  3. Imhotep Alabaster Luxor
    1h · Admission ticket included
    Alabaster Factory: We will then visit a typical factory where vases and statues of kings are produced in alabaster, an art passed down through generations from our ancient Egyptian ancestors and which continues today. You will see artifacts of alabaster, basalt, and limestone crafted by new generations. Purchasing a gift for yourself or your friends ensures you will have a unique and special souvenir.
  4. Temple of Hatshepsut
    2h · Admission ticket included
    Temple of Queen Hatshepsut: We will then move to the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, built in 1473 – 1458 BC on the West Bank of Luxor. Discovered in disastrous conditions around the mid-19th century, the temple was subsequently restored and opened to the public.
  5. Colossi of Memnon
    30m · Admission ticket included
    Colossi of Memnon: Next, we will reach the Colossi of Memnon. These consist of two massive statues, each 12.90 meters (approx. 42 ft) high and carved from a single block of sandstone. They are the last two commemorative remains of King Amenhotep III, one of the kings of the 18th dynasty, still visible at this site.
  6. Luxor
    1h
    Lunch: After an experience full of emotions and wonder, we will pause to rest, relax, and enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant
  7. The Karnak Temple
    2h · Admission ticket included
    Karnak Temple: The last site on our itinerary will be a visit to the temple complex internationally known as Karnak Temple, dedicated to the cult of the god Amun-Ra. Karnak Temple is the largest, most important, and most famous of the Egyptian temples, and was known in the past as “Ipet-sut,” which means "The Most Select of Places." The Karnak complex includes more than 20 temples built by the Kings of ancient Egypt during the three dynasties (Old, Middle, and New Kingdoms), as well as at the beginning of the Ptolemaic era.
  8. Luxor
    1h
    Shopping: At the end of the visit, one hour will be available for shopping and buying souvenirs at the Papyrus Museum (Papyrus Institute). The word "papyrus" refers to the writing medium that the ancient Egyptians invented to record information, through which many secrets were revealed, some of which are still preserved today.
  9. Sharm El Sheikh
    3h
    Return to Sharm el Sheikh: The souvenirs you bring home, along with the photos you've taken, will fuel your memories of this ancient culture and the exciting adventure you experienced. Your guide will then accompany you to Luxor Airport for your return flight to Sharm

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

VITAL INFORMATION (Luxor by Plane Tour)

MANDATORY: ORIGINAL PASSPORT AND FULL EGYPTIAN VISA.All travelers must bring their ORIGINAL PASSPORT (not a copy).
ATTENTION: The free "SINAI ONLY" visa (which you get on arrival) IS NOT VALID for travel to Luxor. You must have a FULL EGYPTIAN VISA(the $25 sticker visa purchased at the airport upon arrival in Egypt). We will not be responsible if you are denied boarding at the airport due to visa issues.

FLIGHT TIME AND PICKUP: This tour depends on domestic flight schedules. Pickup from your hotel will be very early in the morning (e.g., 4:00 AM / 5:00 AM) based on the flight time. We will contact you via WhatsApp or Email the day before (usually in the evening) to confirm the EXACT pickup time.

Please be ready and waiting at your hotel's main security gate at the confirmed time.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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