Private Full-Day Luxor Tour to East and West Banks
Traveler rating
4.8/5
Based on 47 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Private Full-Day Luxor Tour to East and West Banks worth booking?
Private Full-Day Luxor Tour to East and West Banks is a 6-hour experience in Luxor, Egypt, from $20 per person. It scores 78 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 47 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 78 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (47)
- Duration
- 6 hours
- From
- $20 per person
Tour the most famous sites on Luxor's West and East Banks in the company of an expert private guide. You'll step back into Egypt's ancient history at the Valley of the Kings, Colossi of Memnon and Hatshepsut Temple. Karnak and Luxor Temples.
What you get
About this experience
Tour the most famous sites on Luxor's West and East Banks in the company of an expert private guide. You'll step back into Egypt's ancient history at the Valley of the Kings, Colossi of Memnon and Hatshepsut Temple. Karnak and Luxor Temples.
What's included
Included
- Transport by air-conditioned vehicle.
- Parking fees, Fuel surcharge and Driver.
- Qualified Egyptologist guide.
- Hotel pickup and drop off.
- All service charges and taxes.
Not included
- Food and drinks, unless specified.
- Entrance fees to all sites.
- Gratuities (recommended).
What you'll see and do
Valley of the Kings
Valley of the Kings, burial place of the kings of Thebes (ancient Luxor), you will have a brief stop at the visitors center. Guides are not permitted inside the tombs, but your guide will tell you what to look for inside the elaborately decorated rooms. If you wish to visit the tomb of King Tutankhamun, an additional cost is payable direct.
90 minutes here · Admission not included
Temple of Hatshepsut
Temple of Hatshepsut, one of the most striking monuments in Egypt. Your guide will introduce you to the history of the temple and the story of Queen Hatshepsut, the famous female ruler of Egypt who posed as a male to gain the throne. There is free time to explore at your leisure as you wander the large courtyards and admire the intricate hieroglyphic decorations.
60 minutes here · Admission not included
Colossi of Memnon
Colossi of Memnon, which mark the site of the funerary temple of Amenhotep III. These two giant statues standing tall and proud on the West Bank are all that remain of the ancient complex.
20 minutes here
The Karnak Temple
Temples of Karnak. Walk along the Avenue of Sphinx to enter the complex as your guide explains how the massive facade was constructed. On entering the Temples of Karnak you will see each legacy left by the various pharaohs as the complex grew even larger. The deeper you go into the complex, the further back in time you will travel, with the oldest ruins dating back over 3,000 years. Walking through the Great Court into the Great Hypostyle Hall, it's hard not to be overwhelmed by the 134 columns towering above you like an ancient forest. At the rear of the complex you will find the sacred lake where centuries ago pharaohs and their offerings to the gods were purified. After a tour of the complex, you will have additional free time to explore at leisure.
120 minutes here · Admission not included
Luxor Temple
Luxor Temple which was once joined to the Temples of Karnak by a two-kilometer long Avenue of Sphinx, a portion of which marks the entrance to the temple. Dominated by statues of the great warrior pharaoh Ramses II, Luxor Temple has survived Nile floods, foreign invasion and thousands of years exposed to the elements. A pure Egyptian temple, the inner walls and columns are decorated with intricate hieroglyphics which your guide will help you decipher. Find out how Alexander the Great wrote himself into Luxor Temple's history, and see one of the original pair of obelisk, the second of which now stands on the Place de la Concorde in Paris.
60 minutes here · Admission not included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Luxortourguide
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 47 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
7 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
6 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Food and drink
2 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
47 verified traveler reviews for Private Full-Day Luxor Tour to East and West Banks. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
The tour guide couldn’t form a single sentence in English
Luxor is a wonderful city and holds the biggest number of archeological sites in Egypt so it definitely worths a visit. Karnak temple and the royal tombs in The valley of the kings were so mesmerizing and really put together all the history and knowledge we got from previously visiting Cairo. So far so good but our tour guide Mohammed was unfortunately a disaster. I honestly hold nothing personal to him but if I knew this in advance, I would rather spend the day seeing the monuments on my own. I am an English teacher and obviously fluent, so I was massively disappointed when I realized that Mohamed COULDN’T SPEAK ANY ENGLISH. He literally was unable to form any sentence that made sense, didn’t understand any of the questions we were asking and struggled a lot to express himself. This was a complete bummer and totally destroyed our experience as we were truly interested to know about Egyptian civilization and history but were left with little to zero information. I tried to inform the travel agency about our experience but they only informed the guide while he was still with us that made things extra awkward and uncomfortable without obviously having the option to change anything at that point. Other than the language barrier part, we booked a full day trip with many locations to be covered and we generally got the impression that he got tired very fast and was rushing into things and skipping locations/information just to finish our day the soonest possible. Our driver was kind and pleasant and could definitely speak way better English than the guide which was even more tragic.
Response from the operator: I can understand your disappointment with the tour guide, Mohammed. But in otherside he shared us alot of tours with our clients, American, British and we never get a bad comment or a complain at him. Although i offered you to replacing him with another guide but you refused. It`s not your issue or even feel awkward and uncomfortable when we asking you to replace him. At the end we aplogize for that. Wish to you great day.
via Tripadvisor
Setup to con you into buying stuff at 10 times the price
We have booked this tour for 27th May.. The tour guide did turn up at scheduled time at 6 am. He was having good knowledge.. The problem is that these people try to con the tourist by taking them to some shops that are also conniving to con you. They took us to 2 shops. This was not in scheduled program.. They take you on their own and force you to go to these shops. While there were many Souvenir shops at sites that we visited, Ahmad did not allow time to see anything... He kept pressing hard for time. Strangely these guys spent more than an hour of the tour on two con shops rather than at sites. These shops pretend to be Government establishment and say they will issue genuine goods certificate.. One of the shops was of Papherus painting shops. We bought 2 painting at USD 80.. Later at our hotel which was a 5 star property, there was a souvenir shop which was selling the same painting at USD 20.. In market we could get them at USD 8.. So something that costs USD was sold to us at 80 USD through a setup that has been made to con you.. Viator should immidiatly ban such businesses else they are becoming part of the scam.
Response from the operator: During the main tour of luxor.you asked the guide about the local sovunear shops. The guide offerd and explained the differance between the Quality of the local shops and the govermental stores without any pushing from his side and no opligataion to buy or not. And there is flexabilty to return what you got diffrent than the local shops.
via Viator
the tombs were amazing and the tour was a lot of fun
The trip was wonderful! I enjoy every moment! the experience was incredible and the guide's explanation was very entertaining
via Tripadvisor
Great day exploring the east and west banks.
Had an amazing experience experience exploring the valley of the kings, Karnak temple, and various other sites. Would highly recommend if you are visiting Egypt.
via Tripadvisor
GREAT EXPERIENCE
The trip was excellent. The food also was very satisfied. The operator was reliable and very knowledgeable about Egypt history. I'll recommended Luxortourguide to everyone their services is excellent & i'll book again after Covid 19 ends.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 6 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $20 to $70
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 16
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 78
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Private Full-Day Luxor Tour to East and West Banks: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Luxor.
How much does Private Full-Day Luxor Tour to East and West Banks cost?
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Prices start at $20 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Luxor usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Private Full-Day Luxor Tour to East and West Banks take?
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Plan for about 6 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Luxor is not rushed.
Is Private Full-Day Luxor Tour to East and West Banks worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 78 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 47 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Luxor, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Private Full-Day Luxor Tour to East and West Banks?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Private Full-Day Luxor Tour to East and West Banks suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 6-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Private Full-Day Luxor Tour to East and West Banks?
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Around 16 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Luxor can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Luxor and add a light layer if any part of the 6-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private Full-Day Luxor Tour to East and West Banks start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Luxor within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Luxor?
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On Outty we rank every Luxor experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Private Half Day Luxor Tour Valley of Kings & Queens, Hatshepsut, Full Day Tour to East and West Banks of Luxor (Private), Full Day Tour of Luxor private. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Luxor?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Luxor?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Private Full-Day Luxor Tour to East and West Banks?
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Included: Transport by air-conditioned vehicle; Parking fees, Fuel surcharge and Driver; Qualified Egyptologist guide; Hotel pickup and drop off; and All service charges and taxes. Not included: Food and drinks, unless specified; Entrance fees to all sites; and Gratuities (recommended). Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Private Full-Day Luxor Tour to East and West Banks include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 31 listed pickup locations in and around Luxor. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is Private Full-Day Luxor Tour to East and West Banks offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Private Full-Day Luxor Tour to East and West Banks?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Private Full-Day Luxor Tour to East and West Banks wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; and Specialized infant seats are available. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Private Full-Day Luxor Tour to East and West Banks if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Luxor. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about Private Full-Day Luxor Tour to East and West Banks?
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Across 47 reviews averaging 4.8 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, food and drink. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
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