VIP Small Group Hurghada to Luxor Day Trip | Valley of the Kings, Karnak & Hatshepsut

Enjoy a full-day small-group tour from Hurghada to Luxor (max 8 guests) in an A/C minivan with a licensed Egyptologist guide. Move comfortably and make the most of your time exploring ancient Thebes.

Visit the Valley of the Kings (entry to 3 tombs included with the main ticket), the Temple of Hatshepsut, and the vast Karnak Temple complex. Savor a delicious lunch at a quality local restaurant. Get a near-private experience without the private-tour price.

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Tour Information

ItemDetails
AvailabilityEvery day
DurationApprox. 17 hours
Pick-up TimeFrom Hurghada 4:30 AM

Program of VIP Small Group Hurghada to Luxor Day Trip

1

Karnak Temple

Explore the Great Hypostyle Hall and Sacred Lake as your Egyptologist explains the stories behind this vast complex.

2

Hatshepsut Temple

Admire the cliff-cut terraces of Deir el-Bahari and learn about the reign of Queen Hatshepsut.

3

Colossi of Memnon

Pause for photos at the monumental twin statues guarding Luxor’s West Bank.

4

Lunch & Felucca Ride

Enjoy lunch at a quality local restaurant, then opt for a relaxing felucca crossing on the Nile.

5

Valley of the Kings

Enter three richly decorated royal tombs included with the main ticket, and see the colors that survived millennia.

Why Choose This Small-Group Tour

Save 60–90 minutes versus standard coach tours.

Group size capped at 8 guests for a near-private feel.

Dedicated Egyptologist guiding your group throughout.

More time inside temples and tombs for photos and deeper stories.

Itinerary of VIP Small Group Hurghada to Luxor Day Trip

1

Pick-up

Early pick-up at 04:30 AM from your Hurghada hotel by A/C minivan (max 8 guests). Comfortable drive to Luxor with a short rest stop en route.

2

Karnak Temple

Discover the Great Hypostyle Hall, the Sacred Lake, and avenues of sphinxes while your Egyptologist explains the worship of the Theban Triad and key pharaonic additions.

3

Lunch & Nile Crossing

Relax over lunch at a quality local restaurant, then cross the Nile to the West Bank (optional felucca boat ride subject to weather).

4

Valley of the Kings

Guided visit to the royal necropolis. Enter three tombs included with the main ticket (tomb selection rotates and is subject to availability). Admire vivid wall scenes and hieroglyphs.

5

Hatshepsut Temple

Explore the elegant terraces of Deir el-Bahari and learn about the remarkable reign of Queen Hatshepsut.

6

Colossi of Memnon

Photo stop at the monumental twin statues of Amenhotep III, guarding the entrance to his ancient mortuary temple.

7

Crafts Stop & Return

Short visit to a traditional alabaster workshop and papyrus showroom. Evening drive back to Hurghada and hotel drop-off.

✅ Included in the Price

Hotel pickup & drop-off (Hurghada)

Transportation by A/C minivan (max 8 guests)

Licensed Egyptologist guide (EN • FR • DE • RU)

Lunch at a quality local restaurant

Nile crossing to the West Bank (“City of the Dead”)

Entrance – Karnak Temple

Entrance – Temple of Hatshepsut (Deir el-Bahari)

Visit – Colossi of Memnon (photo stop)

Entrance – Valley of the Kings (access to 3 tombs with main ticket)

❌ Not Included in the Price

Optional felucca boat trip to Banana Island (€10)

Entry to Tutankhamun’s Tomb in the Valley of the Kings (optional €20)

Drinks during lunch

Personal expenses

Round-trip transfer from Makadi Bay / Sahl Hasheesh — €5 per person

Round-trip transfer from Safaga / El Gouna / Soma Bay — €10 per person

💶 Tour Price

Adults (12+ years)€70
Children (6–11 years)€45
Infants (0–5 years)€15

VIP Small Group Hurghada to Luxor Day Trip – Booking Form

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📋 What to Bring

🛂 Passport or ID card
👟 Comfortable shoes
🕶️ Sunglasses
👒 Sun hat
🍫 Snacks
👕 Comfortable clothes
📷 Camera
💵 Cash

💳 Payment

💶 Cash upon pickup in GBP, EUR, or USD
🏦 Bank transfer
📲 PayPal
🛡️ Tax & insurance are included in the price

❓ VIP Small Group Hurghada to Luxor – FAQ

Can I visit Luxor from Hurghada on a VIP small-group day trip?

Yes. Our VIP small-group tour (max 8 guests) runs daily by A/C minivan with a licensed Egyptologist, covering Luxor highlights in one day.

How many people are in the group and what vehicle is used?

Groups are capped at 8 guests. You’ll travel in a comfortable, air-conditioned minivan for quicker transfers and fewer stops.

What is included in the VIP small-group tour?

Hotel pickup & drop-off (Hurghada), A/C minivan transport, licensed Egyptologist (EN/FR/DE/RU), lunch, Nile crossing to the West Bank, and entry to Karnak, Hatshepsut, Colossi of Memnon (visit/photo stop), and the Valley of the Kings with access to 3 tombs using the main ticket.

Is Tutankhamun’s Tomb included?

Tutankhamun’s Tomb is optional and requires a separate ticket (≈ €20). Your guide can help you purchase it on site if you wish.

How long is the trip and what time is pick-up?

Total duration is about 15–17 hours. Pick-up from Hurghada hotels is around 04:30 AM. The road journey is roughly 4–5 hours each way, depending on traffic and checkpoints.

Is the felucca sail on the Nile included?

Your Nile crossing to the West Bank is included. A traditional felucca sail may be available as an optional experience depending on conditions and timing.

Are there extra transfer fees from nearby resorts?

Yes, if you’re staying outside central Hurghada: Makadi Bay / Sahl Hasheesh €5 per person; Safaga / El Gouna / Soma Bay €10 per person (round-trip).

What about meals and drinks?

Lunch at a quality local restaurant is included. Drinks are not included and can be purchased on site.

How do I pay and are taxes/insurance included?

You can pay in GBP / EUR / USD upon pickup, or via bank transfer or PayPal. Tax & insurance are included in the tour price.

Is a small-group tour worth it vs. a big bus tour?

Definitely. With fewer guests you’ll move faster, ask more questions, and enjoy more time inside the sites—almost a private experience at a shared-tour price.

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Enjoyed the day, a very memorable experience that will stick with me for my life time. Thank you very much

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What a memorable trip with the best driver Ahmed who was more than professional and helpful on every step of the way.

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Very good guide through the secrets of Luxor many suggestions on the tours we gladly accepted

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Our guide Nasch was very nice and brought us very close to Egyptian history. It was great how much he knew everything and told us every single story and explained the hieroglyphics to us himself. That’s great!

Kira

A Perfect Day with Ahmed

Our trip from Hurghada to Luxor was fantastic! Ahmed guided us through the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, and Karnak Temple with passion and deep knowledge. Everything was well organized and unforgettable.

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