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

Enjoy a full-day small-group tour from Marsa Alam to Luxor (max 8 guests) in an A/C minivan with a licensed Egyptologist guide. Travel 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. Enjoy 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 Marsa Alam around 2:30 AM

Program of VIP Small Group Marsa Alam 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 admire colors preserved for millennia.

Why Choose This Small-Group Tour

Save 90–120 minutes compared to large coach tours.

Maximum 8 guests for a relaxed, near-private experience.

Licensed Egyptologist dedicated to your small group.

Longer stops at temples and tombs for photos and explanations.

Itinerary of VIP Small Group Marsa Alam to Luxor Day Trip

1

Pick-up

Early pick-up at around 02:30 AM from your Marsa Alam hotel by A/C minivan (max 8 guests). Comfortable overnight 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 Marsa Alam and hotel drop-off.

✅ Included in the Price

Hotel pickup & drop-off (Marsa Alam)

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 on the Nile or visit to Banana Island (€10)

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

Drinks during lunch

Personal expenses

Any extra services not mentioned in the itinerary

💶 Tour Price

Adults (12+ years)€125
Children (6–11 years)€75
Infants (0–5 years)€35

VIP Small Group Marsa Alam to Luxor Day Trip – Booking Form

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📋 What to Bring

🛂 Passport (or clear photo/copy on your phone)
👟 Comfortable walking shoes
🕶️ Sunglasses
👒 Sun hat & sunscreen
💧 Water for the road
🍫 Snacks (optional)
🧥 Light jacket (A/C in vehicles can be cool)
🔋 Power bank for your phone
💵 Cash in EGP for toilets & small purchases

💳 Payment

💶 Pay on pickup (Cash in EUR / USD / GBP or EGP)
🏦 Bank transfer
📲 PayPal
🛡️ Taxes & insurance are included in the price

❓ VIP Small Group Marsa Alam to Luxor – FAQ

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

Yes. Our VIP small-group tour (max 8 guests) runs daily from Marsa Alam by A/C minivan with a licensed Egyptologist, covering Luxor’s main 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 smoother transfers and a more personal experience.

What is included in the VIP small-group tour?

Hotel pickup & drop-off (Marsa Alam), A/C minivan transportation, a licensed Egyptologist (EN/FR/DE/RU), lunch, Nile crossing to the West Bank, and visits to Karnak Temple, Hatshepsut Temple, Colossi of Memnon (photo stop), plus 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?

This is a long full-day experience (about 17–19 hours depending on your hotel location and road conditions). Pick-up from Marsa Alam hotels is typically very early in the morning (often around 02:30–03:30 AM) and will be confirmed after booking.

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 timing, weather, and operational conditions.

Are entrance tickets included?

Yes. Entry to the main sites is included: Karnak Temple, Valley of the Kings (up to 3 tombs with the main ticket), Hatshepsut Temple, and the Colossi of Memnon photo stop.

What about meals and drinks?

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

How do I pay and are taxes/insurance included?

You can pay cash on pickup (EUR / USD / GBP or EGP), 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?

Yes. With fewer guests you’ll move more smoothly, ask more questions, and enjoy more personal attention—almost a private experience at a shared-tour price.

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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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