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Luxor Hotels, Things to Do & Travel Guide

Pace: balanced Historic Ancient Scenic Mystical
Ideal trip length
3 - 5 days
Busiest
Oct-Apr
Luxor
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Datum
Guests 1 Zimmer, 1 adults, 0 children
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Hotels in Luxor

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At a glance

Climate
Arid
Languages
Arabic and English
Local currency
EGP (EGP)
Local time
(GMT+3)
Ideal trip length
3–5 days
Cost level
2 of 5 · our research
Suggested area to stay
East Bank
Tap water
Bottled water recommended
Tipping
Expected for services.

What this place is for

History

95 · Outstanding

Culture

90 · Outstanding

Food

90 · Outstanding

Family 70 · Good

Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.

Food to try

Koshary Ful Medames Ta'ameya Mahshi

When to visit Luxor

How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.

Best months: January, February, December Busiest: Oct-Apr
  1. Jan
    85

    Cool, pleasant

  2. Feb
    85

    Cool, pleasant

  3. Mar
    80

    Warm, comfortable

  4. Apr
    75

    Getting hot

  5. May
    60

    Hot, sunny

  6. Jun
    40

    Very hot, intense

  7. Jul
    35

    Extremely hot

  8. Aug
    35

    Extremely hot

  9. Sept
    50

    Hot, sunny

  10. Oct
    70

    Warm, pleasant

  11. Nov
    80

    Cool, comfortable

  12. Dec
    85

    Cool, pleasant

Things to do in Luxor

7 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.

Best in the morning

4 places

Explore Karnak Temple Complex

East Bank 3 hrs

Wander through the colossal halls and sacred lakes of ancient Egypt's largest temple.

Outdoors Good for children

Discover the Valley of the Kings

West Bank 3 hrs

Descend into the elaborate tombs of pharaohs, including Tutankhamun.

Indoors Good for children

Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride

West Bank 1.5 hrs

Soar above the Nile and ancient monuments at dawn for breathtaking views.

Outdoors Good for children

See Temple of Hatshepsut

West Bank 2 hrs

Marvel at the unique terraced architecture of the female pharaoh's mortuary temple.

Outdoors Good for children

Best in the afternoon

1 place

Sail the Nile on a Felucca

Nile River 2 hrs

Enjoy a serene traditional sailboat ride, watching sunset over the river.

Outdoors Good for children

Best in the evening

1 place

Visit Luxor Temple by Night

East Bank 2 hrs

Experience the temple's grandeur beautifully illuminated under the evening sky.

Outdoors Good for children

Any time of day

1 place

Explore Luxor Museum

East Bank 2 hrs

View a curated collection of artifacts from Luxor's temples and royal tombs.

Indoors Good for children

Luxor itineraries

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First-timer highlights

3 Days in Luxor — First-Timer Highlights

Uncover the timeless wonders of ancient Egypt on the banks of the Nile.

This 3-day itinerary is perfect for first-time visitors eager to explore Luxor's iconic temples, tombs, and the majestic Nile River. Delve into the rich history of the Pharaohs, witness breathtaking monuments, and experience the vibrant culture of modern Luxor, offering a comprehensive introduction to this open-air museum city.

3 Days 15 Stops
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Tours and activities in Luxor

Guided tours, day trips and tickets to book alongside your stay.

Balloon, East Bank, West Bank, and Valley of the Queens in Luxor Standardtour

Balloon, East Bank, West Bank, and Valley of the Queens in Luxor

9 hours (approx.)
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Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride in Luxor with Transfers Included Standardtour

Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride in Luxor with Transfers Included

3 hours (approx.)
Free cancellationFind deals
Full Day Secrets in Luxor East & West with guide , Car & lunch Standardtour

Full Day Secrets in Luxor East & West with guide , Car & lunch

10 hours (approx.)
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Practical ratings

Our own ratings and key insights for this destination.

Eating & Culinary
Koshary 95 · Outstanding
Ful Medames 87 · Outstanding
Ta'ameya 78 · Very good
Mahshi 70 · Good

Signature Experiences
Explore Karnak Temple Complex 95 · Outstanding
Discover The Valley Of The Kings 91 · Outstanding
Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride 87 · Outstanding
Visit Luxor Temple By Night 83 · Very good
Sail The Nile On A Felucca 78 · Very good
See Temple Of Hatshepsut 74 · Good
Explore Luxor Museum 70 · Good

Best Suitable For
Solo 95 · Outstanding
Couples 90 · Outstanding
Families 85 · Outstanding
Friends 80 · Very good
Budget 75 · Very good
Adventure 70 · Good

Planning & Tips
Hydrate frequently, especially in summer. 95 · Outstanding
Bargain respectfully in markets. 83 · Very good
Dress modestly, especially at religious sites. 70 · Good

Ratings and recommendations are curated from local travel data.

Near Luxor

Straight-line distance from the centre of Luxor.

Aswan
Aswan
Egypt

182 km away

Hurghada
Hurghada
Egypt

208 km away

Sharm El Sheikh
Sharm El Sheikh
Egypt

292 km away

Dahab
Dahab
Egypt

363 km away

Ain Sokhna
Ain Sokhna
Egypt

443 km away

Madinaty
Madinaty
Egypt

499 km away

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Getaways from Luxor

Places people from Luxor travel to, from our own travel research.

Cairo Cairo EG Hurghada Hurghada EG Sharm El Sheikh Sharm El Sheikh EG Aswan Aswan EG Alexandria Alexandria EG Dubai Dubai AE Istanbul Istanbul TR Amman Amman JO Riyadh Riyadh SA London London GB
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