Luxor Day Tour from Aswan
Luxor Day Tour from Aswan
Private Full-Day Luxor Tour
The Luxor Day Tour from Aswan takes you to the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple with a private Egyptologist, transport, tickets and lunch.
Local experts since 2007 • Private Egyptologist • No shopping stops
dayWest and
East Banks
hoursApproximate
duration
vehicle
BankRoyal tombs
& temples
BankKarnak &
Luxor Temple
cruise pickup
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Luxor Day Tour from Aswan Itinerary
Travel from Aswan to Luxor in a private air-conditioned vehicle and explore the city’s most important ancient sites with your Egyptologist.
Private Full-Day Tour
The visiting order may change to suit opening times, traffic and local conditions while keeping all listed visits.
Stop 1Early Pickup in Aswan
Meet your private guide and driver+
Begin the journey to Luxor
Your Egyptologist and driver meet you at your Aswan hotel or Nile cruise. Relax during the approximately four-hour drive north through the Nile Valley.
Stop 2Valley of the Kings
Royal tombs of the New Kingdom+
Explore Luxor’s royal necropolis
Enter the Valley of the Kings and visit three standard open tombs. Your guide explains the royal burial traditions and vivid scenes from ancient funerary texts.
Stop 3Hatshepsut Temple
Terraced temple at Deir el-Bahari+
A masterpiece of ancient architecture
Visit the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, built against dramatic limestone cliffs and decorated with scenes celebrating the queen’s reign.
Stop 4Colossi of Memnon
Monumental statues of Amenhotep III+
West Bank photo stop
Pause at the Colossi of Memnon, two enormous seated statues that once guarded the entrance to Amenhotep III’s memorial temple.
Stop 5Lunch in Luxor
Meal at a selected local restaurant+
Rest before the East Bank
Enjoy an included lunch at a local restaurant. Drinks beyond those listed in the inclusions are paid separately.
Stop 6Karnak Temple
Egypt’s vast religious complex+
Walk through the Great Hypostyle Hall
Explore Karnak Temple, including its monumental gateways, sacred lake, obelisks and forest of decorated columns.
Stop 7Luxor Temple
Ancient sanctuary in the city centre+
The final monument of the day
Continue to Luxor Temple, connected to Karnak by the Avenue of Sphinxes and shaped by rulers including Amenhotep III and Ramesses II.
Stop 8Return to Aswan
Private drop-off after the tour+
Comfortable journey back
After completing the sightseeing programme, travel back to Aswan and receive drop-off at your hotel or Nile cruise.
Request Your Tour
Send your preferred date, number of travellers and hotel or cruise name. We will confirm availability and pickup time.
Discover Ancient Luxor in One Day
Combine royal tombs and terraced temples on the West Bank with Karnak and Luxor Temple on the East Bank.
Luxor Day Tour from Aswan Prices
The per-person rate decreases when more travellers share the same private guide and vehicle.
Holiday supplements may apply during Christmas, New Year and Easter. Contact us for the confirmed rate on your travel date.
Why Choose This Private Luxor Tour?
A carefully organised day covering the essential monuments on both banks of the Nile.
Completely Private
Your Egyptologist, driver and vehicle are reserved for your party.
Expert Egyptologist
Understand the tombs, temples, rulers and religious traditions of ancient Thebes.
Major Sites Included
Visit the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut, Karnak and Luxor Temple.
No Shopping Stops
Your time is dedicated to sightseeing unless you specifically request otherwise.
Lunch Included
Take a comfortable break at a selected local restaurant in Luxor.
Aswan Pickup
Pickup and return are available from hotels and Nile cruises within Aswan.
Tour Inclusions and Exclusions
Review exactly what is covered before booking your private day trip.
The Price Includes
- Pickup and drop-off from an Aswan hotel or Nile cruise
- Private non-smoking air-conditioned vehicle
- Private English-speaking Egyptologist
- Standard admission to the listed sites
- Lunch at a local restaurant
- Bottled water and a soft drink
- Taxes and service charges
The Price Does Not Include
- Special tomb tickets, including Tutankhamun and Seti I
- Extra activities not listed in the itinerary
- Additional drinks and personal expenses
- Gratuities
- Anything not mentioned as included
Prepare for Your Luxor Day Trip
This is a rewarding but long day, so an early start and comfortable clothing are important.
Early Departure
The drive is around four hours each way. Your exact pickup time is confirmed before the tour.
What to Wear
Choose comfortable shoes, light modest clothing, a hat, sunscreen and sunglasses.
Tomb Tickets
The standard Valley of the Kings ticket covers three open tombs. Special tombs require separate tickets.
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Useful answers before booking this private full-day journey.
Tour Organisation
How long does the tour take?+
The full experience normally takes around 14–16 hours, depending on traffic, pickup location and time spent at each site.
Is this a private tour?+
Yes. Your Egyptologist, driver and air-conditioned vehicle are reserved for your party.
Are entrance tickets included?+
Yes. Standard admission to all listed sites is included. Special tomb tickets are paid separately.
Is lunch included?+
Yes. Lunch at a selected local restaurant in Luxor is included.
How many tombs can I visit in the Valley of the Kings?+
The standard ticket normally allows entry to three open tombs. Tutankhamun, Seti I and other special tombs require separate tickets.
Can the tour start from a Nile cruise in Aswan?+
Yes. Pickup can be arranged from Nile cruises docked in Aswan. Please provide the cruise name and docking details.
Can I finish the tour in Luxor instead of returning to Aswan?+
Please request this before booking. A Luxor drop-off may be arranged depending on your luggage and onward plans.
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