
Private Tour of Luxor Highlights – East & West Bank with Guide
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 77 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Private Tour of Luxor Highlights – East & West Bank with Guide worth booking?
Private Tour of Luxor Highlights – East & West Bank with Guide is a 8-hour experience in Luxor, Egypt, from $8 per person. It scores 82 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 5/5 rating across 77 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 82 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (77)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $8 per person
Experience the best of Luxor in one full day on this private guided tour. Visit the iconic temples and tombs of the East and West Banks, including Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, and
What you get
- East & West Bank of Luxor: Karnak, Luxor Temple, Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple
- Private tour with licensed local guide
- Transportation in private air-conditioned vehicle
- Optional stops for photos and refreshments
- Valley of the Kings,Hatshibsut ,Colossi of Memnon,Temple of Karnak,Luxor Temple according to options
About this experience
Experience the best of Luxor in one full day on this private guided tour. Visit the iconic temples and tombs of the East and West Banks, including Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, and the Colossi of Memnon. Your licensed local guide will bring ancient Egyptian history to life with fascinating stories, while your private driver ensures comfortable and stress-free transportation throughout the day. This tour is perfect for first-time visitors, history enthusiasts, and anyone who wants an in-depth, personalized Luxor experience.
What's included
Included
- East & West Bank of Luxor: Karnak, Luxor Temple, Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple
- Private tour with licensed local guide
- Transportation in private air-conditioned vehicle
- Optional stops for photos and refreshments
- Valley of the Kings,Hatshibsut ,Colossi of Memnon,Temple of Karnak,Luxor Temple according to options
Not included
- Meals and refreshments
- Tips for guide and driver (optional)
What you'll see and do
Luxor
Hotel/Nile Cruise Pick-up Meet your local guide and private driver at your hotel or cruise dock.
Pass by without stopping
Valley of the Kings
The magnificence of the architecture used for burial, there are many kings buried in this valley : Seti, Tutmosis, Tutankhamun, several Ramses, Meremptah and Amunhotep. Enter several royal tombs (optional extra ticket for Tutankhamun). Learn about burial rituals, hieroglyphics, and pharaonic history.
120 minutes here · Admission not included
Temple of Hatshepsut
Explore the terraced mortuary temple of Egypt’s famous female pharaoh.
90 minutes here · Admission not included
Colossi of Memnon
The temple of "Memnon" which is the remains of the funerary temple of "Menhotep".
10 minutes here
The Karnak Temple
The Karnak Temple, the greatest example of the workship in history, was dedicated to the god Amun, his wife Mut and their son Khonsu to reprsent the trinity of Thebes. Listen and de amazed as this ancient history is explained.
120 minutes here · Admission not included
Luxor Temple
The Luxor Temple built by Amenhotep III in the 18th Dynasty of the New Kingdom and completed by Ramses II.
90 minutes here · Admission not included
Luxor
Return Transfer Drop-off at your hotel or Nile cruise dock.
Pass by without stopping
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 5 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
Car +French Guide +Ticket
Car +French Guide +Ticket Pickup included
Car +Italian Guide +Ticket
Car +Italian Guide +Ticket Pickup included
Car +Spanish Guide +Ticket
Car +Spanish Guide +Ticket Pickup included
Modern Car +Professional Guide
Transfer and Guide Pickup included
Car + English Guide +Ticket
Car +English Guide +Ticket Pickup included
Private Car & Driver Only
Private Car & Driver Only Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, en, it, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Ancient Wonders Tours
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The cost for the mentioned sightseeing is about 48$ per person
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Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $8 to $114
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 27
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Why this scores 82
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Private Tour of Luxor Highlights – East & West Bank with Guide: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Luxor.
How much does Private Tour of Luxor Highlights – East & West Bank with Guide cost?
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Prices start at $8 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 Tour of Luxor Highlights – East & West Bank with Guide take?
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Plan for about 8 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 Tour of Luxor Highlights – East & West Bank with Guide worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 82 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 77 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 Tour of Luxor Highlights – East & West Bank with Guide?
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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 Tour of Luxor Highlights – East & West Bank with Guide suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Private Tour of Luxor Highlights – East & West Bank with Guide?
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Around 27 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 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private Tour of Luxor Highlights – East & West Bank with Guide 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 Full Day Tour of Luxor West Bank Temples and Tombs (Private), Luxury Sunrise Balloon Ride in Luxor with Hotel Pickup, Luxor Day Tour: Valley of Kings & Queens & Hatchepsut Temples. 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.
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