Shopping Tour in Luxor and Discover Authentic Souvenirs
Luxor, Egypt

Shopping Tour in Luxor and  Discover Authentic Souvenirs

Outty Ranking 54 3.0 · 1 traveler reviews4 hoursFrom $35
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54/100

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Traveler rating

3.0/5

Based on 1 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Is Shopping Tour in Luxor and  Discover Authentic Souvenirs worth booking?

Shopping Tour in Luxor and  Discover Authentic Souvenirs is a 4-hour experience in Luxor, Egypt, from $35 per person. It scores 54 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 3/5 rating across 1 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
54 / 100
Rating
3/5 (1)
Duration
4 hours
From
$35 per person

This personalized shopping tour in Luxor is unique because it offers the convenience .the representative takes you directly to the sources of high-quality souvenirs while also providing the opportunity to witness the local artisans crafting your purchases. This tour includes visits to various places, including a perfumery, a carpet store, an alabaster factory, a papyrus workshop, a spice store, and a jeweler, ensuring a diverse and authentic shopping experience. By investing in a personal shopper, you can avoid the hassle of dealing with fake items and street hustlers, making it both an economic and practical choice.

What you get

    About this experience

    This personalized shopping tour in Luxor is unique because it offers the convenience .the representative takes you directly to the sources of high-quality souvenirs while also providing the opportunity to witness the local artisans crafting your purchases. This tour includes visits to various places, including a perfumery, a carpet store, an alabaster factory, a papyrus workshop, a spice store, and a jeweler, ensuring a diverse and authentic shopping experience. By investing in a personal shopper, you can avoid the hassle of dealing with fake items and street hustlers, making it both an economic and practical choice.

    What's included

    Included

    • Private Tour
    • Pick up services from your hotel and return
    • All transfers by a modern A/C vehicle

    Not included

    • Tipping
    • Lunch (Optional)
    • Any extras not mentioned in the itinerary

    What you'll see and do

    1. Imhotep Alabaster Luxor

      Looking for the perfect gift or memento to remember your trip to Luxor? Look no further than a personalized shopping tour! You'll spend the day with a private guide visiting several great places where you can find high-quality souvenirs and see the various stages of local crafts production. Here are just a few of the highlights: Alabaster: If you're looking for authentic souvenirs, the alabaster factory is the perfect place to start. Watch as skilled craftsmen use the same tools as their ancient ancestors to create beautiful vases, lamps, sculptures, and more. Not only is alabaster a great souvenir, but it's also a good investment since its value increases over time.

      60 minutes here

    2. Lotus Papyrus

      PapyruPapyrus: Luxor is home to many papyrus institutes, and you'll visit a workshop to see how this ancient material was made. Observe the process and the tools the artisans use to create hand-painted papyrus scrolls with images from ancient tombs and temples. s: Luxor is home to many papyrus institutes, and you'll visit a workshop to see how this ancient material was made. Observe the process and the tools the artisans use to create hand-painted papyrus scrolls with images from ancient tombs and temples.

      30 minutes here

    3. Luxor Market

      Perfumes: Stimulate your senses at an oriental perfumery, where extracts of a wide variety of oriental flowers are used to make exquisite, pure oil perfumes. Choose from blended perfumes or pure flower essences like gardenia and jasmine, or go for something exclusive to Egypt, like papyrus and lotus flowers. You can also find a wide range of medicinal oil blends for aromatherapy.

      30 minutes here

    4. Luxor Market

      Gold & Silver: Egypt has always been famous for its gold and silver. Customize your own jewelry, like a gold or silver cartouche or ring with your name engraved in ancient hieroglyphs. Or choose from other jewelry items with ancient symbols, like the Key of Life (Ankh), Eye of Horus, or scarab.

      60 minutes here

    5. Luxor Market

      Carpets: For a colorful and luxurious souvenir, visit a local shop with handmade carpets. Find Bedouin and Nubian kilims, carpets, and rugs with various designs and made of different fabrics like wool and silk.

      30 minutes here

    6. Luxor Market

      Spices & herbs: In Luxor market, many different herbs and spices can be found. Don't miss the opportunity to buy hibiscus, fenugreek, caraway, anise, and more for your own herbal tea collection. And for the foodies, find spices like coriander, cumin, saffron, ginger, cinnamon, and even more exotic items like doum, tamarind, carob, and sahlab. After your shopping tour, you'll be taken back to your hotel in Luxor with all your new treasures in tow.

      30 minutes here

    Where it starts and ends

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 20 minutes before departure.

    Options you can book

    • only car

      Pickup included

    • car+ lunch

      lunch 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
    Luxor Booking Tours

    Know before you go

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

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    Traveler reviews

    1 verified traveler reviews for Shopping Tour in Luxor and  Discover Authentic Souvenirs. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    Laura_T · January 2024

    Not for Westerners unless it is your first day in Egypt.

    The tour was ok. We already went to the papyrus, alabaster and perfume places when we went on other tours so we booked this to go to the markets and wander around without the hassle of being harassed but we were still harassed because they saw white people coming and didn’t listed to the guide. We got stuck in every shop we went into and felt pressured to buy. Honestly we only lasted 1.5 hours wanted to go back to the hotel. The guide and driver were nice but didn’t understand that Westerners don’t buy Egyptian tablecloths or traditional clothes because we don’t use them at home. We want tourist bits and pieces. We wanted t-shirts for women but Egypt only has them cut for men because they don’t recognise the shape of a woman’s body: think 1980s t-shirt fashion.

    Response from the operator: We thank you very much about your review , it helps us to be more better , you helped us to solve this things thank you .

    via Viator

    Good to know

    Duration
    4 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Price range
    $35 to $50
    Hotel pickup
    Included for all travelers
    Booked in 30 days
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    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by Luxor Booking Tours, who run 4 experiences we rank across 2 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 45.6.

    See everything Luxor Booking Tours runs

    Why this scores 54

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)83
    Review evidence (18% weight)13
    Booking momentum (14% weight)0
    Value for money (12% weight)68
    Listing quality (10% weight)78
    Local standing (8% weight)39
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Shopping Tour in Luxor and  Discover Authentic Souvenirs: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Luxor.

    How much does Shopping Tour in Luxor and  Discover Authentic Souvenirs cost?

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    Prices start at $35 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 Shopping Tour in Luxor and  Discover Authentic Souvenirs take?

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    Plan for about 4 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 Shopping Tour in Luxor and  Discover Authentic Souvenirs worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 54 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3/5 across 1 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 Shopping Tour in Luxor and  Discover Authentic Souvenirs?

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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 Shopping Tour in Luxor and  Discover Authentic Souvenirs suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Shopping Tour in Luxor and  Discover Authentic Souvenirs?

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    Around 0 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 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Shopping Tour in Luxor and  Discover Authentic Souvenirs 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 Shopping Tour in Luxor and  Discover Authentic Souvenirs?

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    Included: Private Tour; Pick up services from your hotel and return; and All transfers by a modern A/C vehicle. Not included: Tipping; Lunch (Optional); and Any extras not mentioned in the itinerary. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Does Shopping Tour in Luxor and  Discover Authentic Souvenirs include hotel pickup?

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    Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 80 listed pickup locations in and around Luxor. Be ready about 20 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.

    What languages is Shopping Tour in Luxor and  Discover Authentic Souvenirs offered in?

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    It is offered in German, English, Italian, French and Spanish. 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 Shopping Tour in Luxor and  Discover Authentic Souvenirs?

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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 Shopping Tour in Luxor and  Discover Authentic Souvenirs wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; Transportation options are wheelchair accessible; and All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to Shopping Tour in Luxor and  Discover Authentic Souvenirs 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 booking options are available for Shopping Tour in Luxor and  Discover Authentic Souvenirs?

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    There are 2 options to choose from, including only car, car+ lunch. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.

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