Luxor Day Tour from Hurghada, El gouna, Makadi, Soma Bay, Shal H
Hurghada, Egypt

Luxor Day Tour from Hurghada, El gouna, Makadi, Soma Bay, Shal H

Outty Ranking 92 4.9 · 1,025 traveler reviews12 hoursFrom $4090+ Club
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92/100

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Traveler rating

4.9/5

Based on 1,025 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Is Luxor Day Tour from Hurghada, El gouna, Makadi, Soma Bay, Shal H worth booking?

Luxor Day Tour from Hurghada, El gouna, Makadi, Soma Bay, Shal H is a 12-hour experience in Hurghada, Egypt, from $40 per person. It scores 92 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “90+ Club”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 1,025 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing. It sits in the Outty 90+ Club, the top tier of everything we rank.

Outty Ranking
92 / 100
Rating
4.9/5 (1,025)
Duration
12 hours
From
$40 per person

Explore the wonders of Luxor on a full-day tour from Hurghada. See some of Egypt’s most spectacular sites along the Nile River at the city formerly known as Thebes. Tour the Valley of the Kings -  visit the ruins of temples - Nile River boat trip - queen Hatshepsut  and an alabaster factory.

What you get

    About this experience

    Explore the wonders of Luxor on a full-day tour from Hurghada. See some of Egypt’s most spectacular sites along the Nile River at the city formerly known as Thebes. Tour the Valley of the Kings -  visit the ruins of temples - Nile River boat trip - queen Hatshepsut  and an alabaster factory.

    What's included

    Included

    • Hotel pickup and drop-off
    • Local guide
    • Professional guide
    • Lunch
    • cross the nile by boat 4 minute from east to west

    Not included

    • Gratuities
    • Drinks
    • There is an extra payment for transfers from Makadi, Safaga, soma Bay, El gouna or Shal Haseesh
    • The nile boat trip 40 minute extra 10 euro per person

    What you'll see and do

    1. Hurghada

      luxor trip from hurghada our driver will come to pickup you from your Hotel around 04:15am and we will start our drive to luxor from hurghada

      45 minutes here

    2. on the way and around 07:00am we will stop in the rest on the road so you can use the bathroom "extra charge" or eat your breakfast what you order from the hotel.

      20 minutes here

    3. The Karnak Temple

      we will start our visit by The Karnak Temple Complex, commonly known as Karnak, comprises a vast mix of decayed temples, chapels, pylons where you will meet Luxor guide

      120 minutes here · Admission included

    4. We go for Nile from the east bank to take a boat to cross to the other side where is the rest of Luxor day tour from hurghada after we cross to the other side will have a Lunch in our local restaurant

      5 minutes here

    5. Luxor

      when our driver cross from the east bank to the west back we will enjoy have a Buffet Lunch in Hawaii restaurant on the Nile what offer cuisines Mediterranean, Egyptian. drink is extra payment start from 2 EUR

      45 minutes here

    6. Valley of the Kings

      Explore a complex of royal tombs in the Valley of the Kings and with your entrance ticket you can visit 3 tomp The Valley of the Kings, also known as the Valley of the Gates of the Kings, is a valley in Egypt where, for a period of nearly 500 years from the 16th to 11th century BC, rock cut tombs were excavated for the pharaohs and powerful nobles of the New Kingdom

      60 minutes here · Admission included

    7. Temple of Hatshepsut

      The Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut, also known as the Djeser-Djeseru, is a mortuary temple of Ancient Egypt located in Upper Egypt. Built for the Eighteenth Dynasty pharaoh Hatshepsut, it is located beneath the cliffs at Deir el-Bahari on the west bank of the Nile near the Valley of the Kings

      45 minutes here · Admission included

    8. Colossi of Memnon

      The Colossi of Memnon are two massive stone statues of the Pharaoh Amenhotep III, who reigned in Egypt during the Dynasty XVIII. Since 1350 BCE, they have stood in the Theban Necropolis, located west of the River Nile from the modern city of Luxor

      10 minutes here · Admission included

    9. where you will see how they do alabaster and offer for some souvenir and you can use the bathroom for free and have also free soft drink

      30 minutes here

    10. will stop for the rest where you can use bathroom or have dinner for extra charge.

      20 minutes here

    11. Hurghada

      will take you back to your hotel in Hurghada kindly don't forget to order late dinner from your hotel when you order the breakfast box

      Pass by without stopping

    Where it starts and ends

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.

    Options you can book

    • Day Tour of Luxor from ElGouna

      Explore the wonders of Luxor on a day tour from El Gouna. See some of Egypt’s most spectacular sites along the Nile River. tour the Valley of the Kings and visit the ruins of temples and alabaster Pickup included

    • Day Tour of Luxor from Makadi

      Explore the wonders of Luxor on a day tour from Makadi. See some of Egypt’s most spectacular sites along the Nile River. tour the Valley of the Kings and visit the ruins of temples and alabaster Pickup included

    • Luxor from Sahl Hasheesh

      Pickup included

    • Day Tour of Luxor from Hurghad

      Explore the wonders of Luxor on a day tour from Hurghada. See some of Egypt’s most spectacular sites along the Nile River. tour the Valley of the Kings and visit the ruins of temples and alabaster Pickup included

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    de, en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun
    Group size
    Up to 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Ramashka Tours

    Know before you go

    • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
    • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
    • Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
    • A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
    • Hotel name room number is required before the day trip
    • Copy of the passport and arrival stamp is required to be send by email or whatsapp

    Photos

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 1,025 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    10 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    8 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Food and drink

    6 mentions

    The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

    Organization

    5 mentions

    Pickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.

    Pace and timing

    3 mentions

    Several reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.

    Small groups

    3 mentions

    The group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.

    Traveler reviews

    1,025 verified traveler reviews for Luxor Day Tour from Hurghada, El gouna, Makadi, Soma Bay, Shal H. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    Pioneer08590818440 · September 2026

    Amazing Day in Luxor!

    A very comfortable VIP car came to pick us up directly in front of our hotel, and Ahmed was our driver. He was extremely helpful, attentive, and always tried to stop as close as possible to the entrances, which made the whole day much more comfortable for us. Thanks to Ahmed’s good timing and smooth driving, we arrived in Luxor early enough to avoid the queues and the biggest crowds. He really did his best to make the journey comfortable and enjoyable. We had cold drinks available throughout the whole day, Wi-Fi in the car, and even a movie about Egypt to watch during the journey. Our guide, Said, was very kind, knowledgeable, and well-prepared. We always discussed with him how much time we wanted to spend at each place, so we could explore everything comfortably and at our own pace. At the same time, the day never felt slow or rushed, because there was no unnecessary waiting or wasted time. Everything was very well organized. Said explained everything in great detail, answered all our questions, and made sure we understood the history and everything we needed to know. We saw everything we wanted to see, enjoyed a delicious lunch by the riverside, and even arrived back at our hotel on time. We highly recommend both Ahmed and Said. They made our day in Luxor comfortable, enjoyable, and truly unforgettable. Thank you so much for an amazing day and a wonderful experience!

    via Tripadvisor

    petronellap681 · September 2026

    Unforgettable day in Luxor

    We had an unforgettable day in Luxor! A very comfortable VIP car came to pick us up, and Ahmed was our driver. He did everything he could to make our journey comfortable and enjoyable, and to make sure we were among the first to arrive in Luxor, at the Karnak Temple. (He is the Number 1 driver! 😉) We had cold water and soft drinks available throughout the whole day, there was Wi-Fi in the car, and even a movie was shown for us. Everything really felt VIP! Our guide, Said, was very kind, knowledgeable and well-prepared. He explained everything to us in great detail and made sure we understood everything we needed to know. We highly recommend Ahmed and Said — Number 1 Team! 😊 The whole day was very well organized. We saw everything we wanted to see, had a delicious lunch, and even took a boat ride on the Nile. Thank you so much for an unforgettable day! ❤️

    via Tripadvisor

    L1525PUgilbertg · August 2026

    Great day out with very helpful Ahmed.Five star

    Ahmed our driver was friendly,professional and look after us very well.Given us extra information as well about our trip.

    via Tripadvisor

    rutgen12 · August 2026

    Ahmed our driver made the day!

    What a day! We were picked up from El Gouna at 4am to get an early start, and boy did that matter! The have convoys into the road that travels to Luxor and you could end up waiting for hours. Ahmed our driver was a true star, he got us started early and we didn’t face to queue which meant we were one of the first tours into the temple of Karnak ( after Agatha Christie’s death in the Nile it’s been on my bucket list) and its sheer size and ornate cartouches certainly didn’t disappoint. Our guide Ash was a fountain of knowledge. Of course we were crazy enough to travel to Egypt in August so the heat was unbearable. Ahmed ensured we were as comfortable as can be though with snacks, cold drinks and even an ice cream to top off the trip. Be aware that Driving in Egypt isn’t for the faint hearted- but he got us there and back to the hotel safe and sound either a quiz and little treats from home too! All in all a wonderful day out, lovely people who try to make your experience amazing and sites that are truly worth the visit.

    via Tripadvisor

    sheff0742 · July 2026

    Five star trip to Luxor

    After such a brilliant visit to the Pyramids we decided to book another trip with Ahmed. Punctual early pick up saw us arrive 1st in Karnak! Had a fantastic day taking in the temples and tombs of Luxor, our knowledgeable guide Said was great, providing insight into the history of the Tombs. Karnak Temple should definitely not be missed if visiting Egypt. Would certainly recommend booking with Ramashka Tours and Ahmed, travelling in comfort and providing cold drinks, snacks and ice cream through the very hot day was much appreciated. Thanks again to Ahmed for making our Egypt excursions so comfortable and enjoyable.

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    12 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun
    Price range
    $40 to $180
    Hotel pickup
    Included for all travelers
    Booked in 30 days
    359
    Verdict
    90+ Club

    Why this scores 92

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

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)93
    Review evidence (18% weight)100
    Booking momentum (14% weight)100
    Value for money (12% weight)100
    Listing quality (10% weight)65
    Local standing (8% weight)69
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Luxor Day Tour from Hurghada, El gouna, Makadi, Soma Bay, Shal H: questions travelers ask

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

    How much does Luxor Day Tour from Hurghada, El gouna, Makadi, Soma Bay, Shal H cost?

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    Prices start at $40 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Hurghada usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Luxor Day Tour from Hurghada, El gouna, Makadi, Soma Bay, Shal H take?

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    Plan for about 12 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 Hurghada is not rushed.

    Is Luxor Day Tour from Hurghada, El gouna, Makadi, Soma Bay, Shal H worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 92 out of 100, which we label "90+ Club". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 1,025 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Hurghada, and how flexible the cancellation terms are. Scoring 90 or above puts it in the Outty 90+ Club, the top tier of everything we rank.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Luxor Day Tour from Hurghada, El gouna, Makadi, Soma Bay, Shal H?

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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 Luxor Day Tour from Hurghada, El gouna, Makadi, Soma Bay, Shal H suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 12-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Luxor Day Tour from Hurghada, El gouna, Makadi, Soma Bay, Shal H?

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    Around 359 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 Hurghada 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 Hurghada and add a light layer if any part of the 12-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Luxor Day Tour from Hurghada, El gouna, Makadi, Soma Bay, Shal H 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 Hurghada 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 Hurghada?

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    On Outty we rank every Hurghada experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Hurghada Diving Adventure one Day with two Dives Boat Trip, Hurghada to Cairo: Pyramids & Museum for First-Time Visitors, Hurghada Scuba Diving Full Day Boat Trip With Lunch & Transfer. 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 Hurghada?

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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 Hurghada?

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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 Luxor Day Tour from Hurghada, El gouna, Makadi, Soma Bay, Shal H?

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    Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off; Local guide; Professional guide; Lunch; and cross the nile by boat 4 minute from east to west. Not included: Gratuities; Drinks; There is an extra payment for transfers from Makadi, Safaga, soma Bay, El gouna or Shal Ha; and The nile boat trip 40 minute extra 10 euro per person. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Does Luxor Day Tour from Hurghada, El gouna, Makadi, Soma Bay, Shal H include hotel pickup?

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    Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 42 listed pickup locations in and around Hurghada. Be ready about 15 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.

    What languages is Luxor Day Tour from Hurghada, El gouna, Makadi, Soma Bay, Shal H offered in?

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    It is offered in German and 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 Luxor Day Tour from Hurghada, El gouna, Makadi, Soma Bay, Shal H?

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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 Luxor Day Tour from Hurghada, El gouna, Makadi, Soma Bay, Shal H wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Not recommended for pregnant travelers. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to Luxor Day Tour from Hurghada, El gouna, Makadi, Soma Bay, Shal H if the weather is bad?

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    This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.

    What do travelers say about Luxor Day Tour from Hurghada, El gouna, Makadi, Soma Bay, Shal H?

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    Across 1,025 reviews averaging 4.9 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. One thing to know: Several reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.

    What booking options are available for Luxor Day Tour from Hurghada, El gouna, Makadi, Soma Bay, Shal H?

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    There are 4 options to choose from, including Day Tour of Luxor from ElGouna, Day Tour of Luxor from Makadi, Luxor from Sahl Hasheesh, Day Tour of Luxor from Hurghad. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.

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