Tour Details
| From | $ 85 / per person |
|---|---|
| Duration | 1 day , |
| Destinations | Hurghada, Luxor, |
| Tour Availability | Everyday |
| Tour Type | Sharing , |
| Pickup Location | Soma Bay |
One Day Trip From Soma Bay to Luxor – Small Group
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Description
Why Book This One-Day Trip From Soma Bay to Luxor?!
Just a few hours from Soma Bay lies Thebes, ancient Egypt’s legendary capital and the world’s greatest open-air museum.
On this trip you will explore the awe-inspiring Valley of the Kings, the home of the royal tombs; Hatshepsut Temple, a masterpiece of ancient architecture carved into the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari; and the Colossi of Memnon, all located in Thebes Necropolis, the land of the afterlife world for the pharaohs.
Cross the Nile to the East Bank and marvel at the largest temple in the world, Karnak Temple.
This trip from Soma Bay to Luxor is a perfect blend of culture, beauty, and discovery — all in a few hours, while enjoying comfortable door-to-door AC transportation and a seamless, quieter experience with a small group.
Savor one of the best local Egyptian dishes, and discover the ancient Egyptian world with affordable prices and flexible cancellations—just contact Golavita.
Includes
- Pickup from your Soma Bay Hotel.
- All Transfers by AC Modern Vehicle
- Expert Tour guide
- Licensed expert driver
- Entrance fees for all the sites mentioned
- Meals as Mentioned in the Program
Excludes
- Guide and Driver Tipping
- Tutankhamun’s tomb at the Valley of the Kings
- Beverages
- Personal expenses
Itinerary
Explore the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, Colossi of Memnon, and Karnak Temple
05.00 AM - pickup time from your hotel in Soma Bay. Take your seat in the air-conditioned vehicle after bringing your boxed breakfast bag from the hotel.
The road to Luxor takes around 4 hours and includes one rest stop for snacks, tea or coffee, breakfast, or even leg stretching.
09.00 AM - Marvel at the Valley of the Kings
Take electric trams to the tomb area. You are amid the pharaonic miracles now, and your Egyptologist takes you to the best ever 3 tombs of the opened ones in the Valley, including
KV1 – Tomb of Ramses VII, KV2 – Tomb of Ramses IV, KV6 – Tomb of Ramses IX, KV8 – Tomb of Merenptah, KV15 – Tomb of Seti II, KV47 – Tomb of Siptah, etc.
Explore the secrets and facts of this site, and embark amid the inscriptions of the afterlife beliefs, like the Book of the Dead, Book of Gates, Book of the Amduat, Book of Caverns, and Litany of Ra.
If you want to visit KV62—Tomb of Tutankhamun, KV17—Tomb of Seti I, and KV9—Tomb of Ramses V & VI, tell your Egyptologist at the Book ticket office to help you book an extra ticket.
10.30 AM - Move to Hatshepsut Temple
11.45 AM - Explore Hatshepsut Temple
Take a shuttle train (electric cart) from the entrance to the base of the temple, meeting this pharaonic architectural miracle carved completely in a cliff into three terraces with dazzling columns; it is a dramatic contrast that is unlike any other Egyptian temple.
Arrive at the first terrace with pillars and statues, and explore the second terrace with colorful wall reliefs showing:
Hatshepsut’s divine birth and her claim to the throne, Her famous expedition to the Land of Punt (a trade mission), Offerings to gods and depictions of religious festivals.
Marvel at the Chapel of Hathor and Anubis, and meet the Great Statues of Hatshepsut as a pharaoh; she was the first lady to rule Egypt successfully.
12.00 PM - Your visit to the Hatshepsut Temple ends, and you go ahead to the Colossi of Memnon.
12.10 PM - Discover the Colossi of Memnon
You are in front of the Amenhotep III Mortuary Temple, where the king was mummified, standing before the massive stone statues, each about 18 meters (60 feet) tall, made to be guards, and their mysteries still puzzle the archaeologists.
Explore the secrets behind the sounds that come from their insides.
12.25 PM - Your stop ends, and it is time to cross to the east bank of Luxor.
12.45 PM - Lunchtime
Experience one of the top delicious Egyptian meals, like grilled chicken or kofta, rice, tahini, salad, vegetable stew, and freshly baked bread. Vegetarian options are usually available.
01.45 PM - Go ahead to the Karnak Temple
02.00 PM - Karnak Temple Visit
Embark on the first pylon with an avenue of Rams-Headed sphinxes that leads into the massive gateway to the Great Temple.
Explore the Great Hypostyle Hall with 134 giant columns, many over 20 meters tall, arranged like a stone forest.
Explore the walls and columns that are covered in hieroglyphs and scenes of pharaohs making offerings to gods.
Visit the Sacred Lake, Obelisks of Hatshepsut and Thutmose I, Sanctuary of Amun, Side Chapels and Reliefs, and even more.
04.00 PM - Take your seat in the private vehicle going back to Soma Bay after an unforgettable day tour.
08.00 PM - You arrive at your hotel in Soma Bay.
Meals Included:
Lunch
Attractions highlight
What to bring
- Passport or ID
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Sunglasses, hat, and sunscreen
- A light jacket in winter
Is the road from Soma Bay to Luxor safe?
Sure, it is one of the most famous tourist roads in Egypt and is distinguished with a high-security system.
How long does the trip from Soma Bay to Luxor in one day take?
It lasts approximately 14–16 hours, including travel time and visiting the attractions, besides the lunch and finally returning back to your hotel.
Can I customize this trip?
Sure, you can add days, visit more attractions, and experience activities.
Is the tour suitable for children or elderly travelers?
Absolutely. It’s advisable to assess individual physical comfort levels beforehand.
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Excellent private tour with a very knowledgeable , intelligent and tour guide. Ashraf went the extra mile to make sure our two day trip went smoothly and took us to all the best sites in Luxor. He also gave detailed interesting information throughout. He also has a fun character and was fun to talk to outside the tour!
We had the best guide ever, Ashraf! He is super skilled with a big heart. We became friends. I could definitely recommend Ashraf and the guided travels he does!
We arranged the tour a few weeks in advance before arriving in Egypt. Akram presented us with a complete private tour program, starting in Hurghada, visiting Cairo, the Black and White deserts, Alexandria and finally returning to Hurghada.
Everything run smoothly, from the different drivers, who picked us up and dropped us off, always punctual and safe (especially Hamada, 'Medo'!) to the guides, in particular Reeham in Cairo who was just outstanding and Ahmed in the desert tour who welcomed us in his home together with his family before taking us and preparing our dinner in the desert!
The overnight stays were all planned in great detail.
It was definitely an incredible experience during these 4 days!
A huge thank you to Akram!
Great service. We had a wonderful time.
Our guide Abdel Salam was very kind, spoke excellent English and shared his extensive knowledge with us. We had a private AC car.
Visited most of the main sites in Cairo over two days.
Would highly recommend.
Really great day out, Akram , knowledgeable and fun,Akram was good company. A really excellent itinerary and experience, with all the hassle taken out and a lot of positives added in. Highly recommended to everyone!
Great private tour to see desert and abandoned Roman ruins. Excellent service. We had private jeep, driver and tour guide. Amazing adventure, more than we expected. I strongly recommend this service. They can take you to some cool and unknown places far from main routes. Thank you for the amazing time!
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