Overview

Immerse yourself in the splendors of ancient Egypt with a two-day Luxor tour from Marsa Alam, featuring a magical hot air balloon experience. Explore iconic sites such as the Valley of the Kings, Karnak Temple, and Luxor Temple. With personalized guides and comfortable transportation, this exclusive tour offers a comprehensive and memorable journey into Luxor’s archaeological wonders, topped with a breathtaking hot air balloon adventure.

Highlights

Early Morning Pick-Up: Private A.C. car picks you up from your Marsa Alam hotel for the Luxor adventure.
Karnak Temple Exploration: Visit the awe-inspiring Karnak Temple, a vast complex dedicated to Amon Ra, Mout, and Khonso.
Luxor Temple Discovery: Explore Luxor Temple, built by Amenhotep III and Rameses II, central to the Opet festival.
Scenic Nile View Lunch: Delight in a delicious lunch with a Nile view at a local Luxor restaurant.
Hotel Check-in: Check into one of the five hotels with Nile views for a comfortable stay.
Optional Sound and Light Show: Enhance your evening with an optional Sound and Light Show at Karnak, providing historical insights.
Glorious Light Show: Witness the magnificent visual and auditory experience, unfolding the history and significance of Karnak Temple.
Day 2: Breakfast at Hotel: Begin your day with a hearty breakfast at your hotel.
Valley of the Kings Exploration: Visit the Valley of the Kings, exploring tombs of pharaohs from the 18th to the 20th dynasty.
Hatshepsut Temple Visit: Explore the magnificent Hatshepsut Temple, a well-preserved testament to Ancient Egypt's architecture.
Colossi of Memnon Marvel: Witness the impressive Colossi of Memnon, massive stone statues of King Amenhotep III.
Lunch Break: Take a break for a satisfying lunch, complementing your cultural exploration.
Return to Marsa Alam: Conclude your day with a comfortable drive back to your hotel in Marsa Alam.
Visum Excluded

Day 1 :

MARSA ALAM - LUXOR

Embark on a magical overnight trip to Luxor from Marsa Alam, starting with a private A.C. car picking you up from your hotel in the early morning. A knowledgeable private tour guide will accompany you throughout your exploration of Luxor's ancient wonders.

1. Karnak Temple:
No site in Egypt is more awe-inspiring than Karnak. This vast temple complex, dedicated to Amon Ra, Mout, and Khonso, showcases the remarkable achievements of generations of ancient builders and pharaohs. Explore the intricacies of the three main temples, as well as the smaller enclosed temples and outer temples, all spread across 247 acres of land.

2. Luxor Temple:
Luxor Temple, the center of the important festival of Opet, will captivate you with its grandeur. Built by Amenhotep III and Rameses II, the temple served as a venue for the rituals of the Opet festival, aiming to reconcile the human aspect of the ruler with the divine office.

3. Lunch with Nile View:
Enjoy a delightful lunch with a Nile view at a local restaurant in Luxor, immersing yourself in the scenic beauty of the surroundings.

4. Hotel Check-in:
After lunch, check into one of the five hotels with Nile views, providing you with a comfortable and picturesque accommodation setting.

5. Optional Sound and Light Show:
In the evening, enhance your Luxor experience with an optional Sound and Light Show at Karnak. The show begins with a historical introduction, narrating the birth of the great city of Thebes and the construction of the Karnak Temple. Immerse yourself in the poetic description of the artistic treasures and the great legacy encapsulated by the Karnak Temple.

6. Light Show at Karnak:
The show unfolds the glorious achievements of some great Pharaohs, creating a magnificent visual and auditory experience that adds a new layer of understanding to the temple's history and significance.

Day 2 :

LUXOR - MARSA ALAM

Embark on a day filled with ancient wonders and rich history with our revamped itinerary for your visit to the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, and the Colossi of Memnon:

1. Breakfast at Your Hotel:
Start your day with a delicious breakfast at your hotel, preparing you for a day of exploration.

2. Valley of the Kings:
Accompanied by your private tour guide and in a comfortable private air-conditioned vehicle, venture to the Valley of the Kings. This sacred site served as the final resting place for Egypt's rulers from the 18th to the 20th dynasty. Explore tombs, including those of the great pharaoh Ramses II and the boy pharaoh Tutankhamen. Admire the well-preserved decorations inside the tombs, showcasing the material goods believed to be necessary for the rulers in the afterlife.

3. Hatshepsut Temple:
Next, visit the awe-inspiring Hatshepsut Temple, one of the most beautiful and best-preserved temples of Ancient Egypt. Built on three levels with two wide ramps connecting them, this temple stands as a testament to the architectural and artistic achievements of its time.

4. Colossi of Memnon:
Marvel at the Colossi of Memnon, two massive stone statues of King Amenhotep III, the remnants of a once-complete mortuary temple. These statues, crafted from quartzite sandstone blocks transported 700 kilometers from Cairo to Luxor, are an impressive sight and a glimpse into the grandeur of ancient Egyptian architecture.

5. Lunch Break:
Take a break for a satisfying lunch before your journey back to Marsa Alam. Enjoy a meal that complements the richness of your cultural exploration.

6. Return to Your Hotel in Marsa Alam:
Conclude your day of discovery by being driven back to your hotel in Marsa Alam, ensuring a comfortable and convenient return.