Luxor Tour Packages
Luxor, ancient Thebes, is the world's greatest open-air museum: Karnak and Luxor temples on the east bank, and the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut's temple and the Colossi of Memnon on the west.
Luxor at a glance
- LocationEgypt, Africa
- Time zone3 hours 30 minutes behind India (2 hours 30…
- Driving sideRight
- Calling code+20
- CurrencyEgyptian pound (EGP)
- LanguagesArabic
- Power plugsTypes C and F · 220 V
- Ideal stay2 days
Best time to visit: October to April
Top Luxor travel packages
A few of our Luxor itineraries in different travel styles. Every one is private and can be changed to suit you.
Multi-country toursAmman & the Dead Sea · Petra · Cairo &…Jordan & Egypt9 Days | 8 Nights
Cultural holidaysCairo & Giza · Luxor · Aswan & Abu…Egypt Highlights with Nile Cruise7 Days | 6 Nights
Family holidaysCairo & Giza · LuxorEgypt Family Holiday6 Days | 5 Nights
Honeymoon packagesCairo & Giza · LuxorEgypt Honeymoon6 Days | 5 NightsEssential tips for travelling to Luxor
Egyptian pound (EGP). Carry some local currency for markets, small shops and tips, and ask your bank about international card charges before you travel.
Tipping (baksheesh) is customary for most services.
Drink bottled or filtered water; it is cheap and easy to find.
Types C and F · 220 V. Indian two-pin plugs usually fit; carry an adapter for three-pin chargers.
122 (police), 123 (ambulance), 126 (tourist police)
Languages spoken: Arabic.
Domestic flights or overnight trains connect Cairo with Luxor and Aswan; Nile cruises link the two.
Reach Abu Simbel early; tours leave Aswan before dawn.
Carry small notes for tips (baksheesh), which are customary for many services.
Take the sunrise balloon over the west bank.
General guidance. Local rules and services change; we confirm details for your dates.
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Everything you need to know about Luxor
Luxor, ancient Thebes, is the world's greatest open-air museum: Karnak and Luxor temples on the east bank, and the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut's temple and the Colossi of Memnon on the west.
Highlights include Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, Valley of the Kings and Temple of Hatshepsut. Local food worth trying: Egyptian mezze and Molokhia. Plan 2 days here; it suits history lovers, couples. Our Luxor itineraries run from 6 to 9 days and every one can be changed to suit you.
When to go
October to April. Summer is very hot.
How to reach Luxor
- By air: Luxor International Airport (LXR)
- By rail: Luxor station
- By road: Nile cruises to Aswan
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Private, customisable itineraries with prices quoted for your dates, hotel category and group size.
9D / 8NAmman & the Dead Sea · Petra · Cairo & Giza · LuxorJordan & Egypt
Petra's rock-cut city and Egypt's pyramids and Luxor temples in one journey.
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8D / 7NIstanbul · Cairo & Giza · LuxorTurkey & Egypt
Istanbul's empires for three nights, then Egypt's pyramids in Cairo and Luxor's temples: two of the world's great history trips in one.
View itinerary →7D / 6NCairo & Giza · Luxor · Aswan & Abu SimbelEgypt Highlights with Nile Cruise
The pyramids and the Grand Egyptian Museum, then a Nile cruise between Luxor and Aswan.
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9D / 8NCairo & Giza · Aswan & Abu Simbel · LuxorEgypt Grand Tour
Egypt in depth: Cairo's pyramids and museums, Aswan with Philae and Abu Simbel, then three nights in Luxor for Karnak and the Valley of the Kings.
View itinerary →6D / 5NCairo & Giza · LuxorEgypt Family Holiday
Egypt for families: a camel ride at the pyramids, Tutankhamun's treasures, a felucca on the Nile and Luxor's giant temples.
View itinerary →6D / 5NCairo & Giza · LuxorEgypt Honeymoon
A honeymoon among wonders: the pyramids at sunrise, a Nile dinner cruise in Cairo and a hot-air balloon over Luxor's west bank.
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Top things to see in Luxor
LuxorRoyal tombs
Cultural experiences in Luxor
Heritage and landmarks
On the menuFood to try
- Egyptian mezze
- Molokhia
Outdoor activities in Luxor
Many activities are seasonal. Best time for Luxor: October to April. We check operating seasons for your dates.
Luxor travel tips
Visa and entry
Entry rules for Indian passport holders change, including visa-free, visa-on-arrival and e-visa schemes, so confirm the current rules on the official government or embassy website for Egypt before booking flights. Most countries require a passport valid for at least six months beyond your return date. We check the current requirements when we prepare your quote; we cannot guarantee visa approval.
Health and safety
Buy travel insurance that covers medical treatment and evacuation; healthcare abroad can be expensive. Carry prescription medicines in their original packaging with a copy of the prescription. For current safety advice, check the travel advisories published by the Government of India and the embassy in Egypt.
Currency and tipping
The currency is the Egyptian pound (EGP). Tipping (baksheesh) is customary for most services.
Best time to visit
October to April. Summer is very hot.
Getting around
Domestic flights or overnight trains connect Cairo with Luxor and Aswan; Nile cruises link the two.
Local etiquette
- Dress modestly at temples, churches and mosques, and remove footwear where asked.
- Ask before photographing people, and follow photography rules at religious sites and museums.
What to pack
Pack modest clothing that covers shoulders and knees for religious sites and comfortable walking shoes.
Phone and internet
Indian mobile operators sell international roaming packs, or you can buy a local SIM or eSIM on arrival with your passport. Check that your phone is unlocked and supports eSIM before you travel.
Budget
We don't publish fixed prices because the season, hotel category, flights and group size change the cost. Your written quote lists exactly what is included, so you can compare like for like.
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