Luxor Adventure Info

Why Luxor?

Luxor, often called the “World’s Greatest Open-Air Museum,” stands on the ancient site of Thebes and holds some of Egypt’s most iconic archaeological treasures — all clustered along the Nile.

Suggested 4–5 Day Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival & East Bank Wonders

• Luxor Temple (Night visit recommended) – Stunningly lit and less crowded.

• Karnak Temple – A vast temple complex with giant columns and sacred lake.

• Optional: Sound & Light Show at Karnak.

Day 2: West Bank Tomb Hunting

• Valley of the Kings – Includes tombs of Tutankhamun, Seti I, and more.

• Temple of Hatshepsut – Impressive mortuary temple of Egypt’s first female pharaoh.

• Colossi of Memnon – Giant seated statues, perfect for photo ops.

• Evening felucca ride on the Nile.

Day 3: Local Encounters & Nature

• Balloon ride at sunrise – A surreal view over ancient ruins and the Nile.

• Visit a local village on the West Bank for authentic crafts and food.

• Optional: Bike along rural paths near sugarcane fields.

Day 4: Nile River Cruise Start (Optional)

• Board a cruise to Aswan, stopping at Edfu (Temple of Horus) and Kom Ombo along the way.

• Alternatively, continue exploring more tombs (Nobles’, Workers’ Village).

Nile Cruise Tips

• Duration: Typically 3–4 nights (Luxor to Aswan).

• Best boats: Oberoi Zahra, Sonesta St. George, or more affordable dahabiyas (sailboats).

• Time of year: October–April is most pleasant.