Cross the Eastern Desert from Safaga Port and give a full day to the world's grandest open-air museum. Luxor lays out its masterpieces one after another: the rock-cut royal tombs of the Valley of the Kings, the terraced Temple of Hatshepsut, the colossal seated statues known as the Colossi of Memnon, the immense Karnak Temple Complex, and the elegant Luxor Temple.
With private transport, an expert Egyptologist guide, a tasty local lunch, and a guaranteed return to your ship, it is the most rewarding way to pack Egypt's ancient heart into a single unforgettable day.
Uncover the treasures of ancient Luxor on a private day trip from Safaga Port that leaves no headline site unseen. Between the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatshepsut, the Colossi of Memnon, Karnak, and Luxor Temple, you enjoy expert guiding, private transport, a satisfying lunch, and a reliable return to your cruise ship.
Your day opens the moment your ship reaches Safaga Port, where a private Egyptologist guide is waiting to welcome you. You board an air-conditioned vehicle and set off across the stark Eastern Desert toward Luxor, Egypt's ancient capital and arguably the greatest open-air museum on earth.
First comes the fabled Valley of the Kings, the burial ground where Egypt's mightiest pharaohs were entombed in richly painted chambers cut deep into the Theban hills. You step inside several royal tombs as your guide unpacks the beliefs and rituals that shaped ancient Egyptian ideas of the afterlife.
Next is the striking Temple of Hatshepsut, its terraces rising against the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari in tribute to Egypt's most accomplished female pharaoh. A short distance on, the two enormous Colossi of Memnon — seated likenesses of Pharaoh Amenhotep III — have kept watch over the Theban Necropolis for more than 3,400 years.
With the morning's discoveries behind you, pause for a flavourful lunch at a hand-picked local restaurant before the afternoon leg begins.
The afternoon is given over to the staggering Karnak Temple Complex, the largest religious site ever raised. You thread your way past forests of colossal columns, sacred lakes, and soaring obelisks while your guide traces the nearly two thousand years of pharaohs who kept adding to it.
A final stop brings you to the graceful Luxor Temple in the middle of the modern city, admired for its commanding statues, grand gateway, and rare layering of Pharaonic, Roman, and Islamic history.
As the day draws to a close, sit back for the scenic drive to Safaga Port, arriving comfortably before your ship departs with the wonders of Luxor still vivid in your memory.
Summer Rates Per Person from (May till September):
| Single | $415 |
| 2:3 Persons | $240 Per Person |
| 4:7 Persons | $155 Per Person |
| 8:15 Persons | $135 Per Person |
| 16:20 Persons | $125 Per Person |
| 21:30 Persons | $110 Per Person |
| 31:40 Persons | $95 Per Person |
Winter Rates Per Person from (October till April):
| Single | $425 |
| 2:3 Persons | $250 Per Person |
| 4:7 Persons | $165 Per Person |
| 8:15 Persons | $145 Per Person |
| 16:20 Persons | $135 Per Person |
| 21:30 Persons | $120 Per Person |
| 31:40 Persons | $105 Per Person |
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Here is what a Min Travel package typically puts in your hands:
For the precise list of what is and is not covered, always refer to the confirmation and itinerary tied to your own reservation.
Holiday Supplement: Trips and Nile Cruises falling over Christmas, New Year, or Easter carry a 25% surcharge, a reflection of how heavily these peak dates are booked.
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Life doesn't always go to plan, and we get that. Here is how a cancellation is handled, measured against your arrival date:
Where money is owed back to you, expect it within 14 business days from the day we receive your cancellation in writing. Do keep in mind that individual hotels and certain cruises enforce tougher rules of their own, and any such condition will be spelled out plainly in your itinerary.
Families are always welcome aboard our tours, and we price younger travelers on a sliding scale:
These reduced rates hold only where a child shares a room with two adults who are each paying in full. Bear in mind that a handful of luxury hotels and Nile Cruises set their own conditions for younger guests, and any such restriction that touches your trip will appear in your itinerary.
Beyond the standard package there are a number of extra experiences you can choose to add. Reserve them ahead of time or sort them out on the spot once you are there, availability permitting. A few of the favorites travelers pick up:
You can pay for these add-ons in either USD or Egyptian pounds (EGP). Booking early is wise, all the more so when you are traveling in the busy season.
Our packages cover a great deal, but a few costs fall outside them and are worth setting money aside for:
It helps to keep a little Egyptian currency (EGP) on hand as you go, particularly for tipping and for picking things up in the local markets.
In Egypt, tipping (known as "baksheesh") is simply how good service is acknowledged. No one is obliged to tip, but the gesture goes a long way and is warmly received. As a rough guide:
Gratuities sit outside your package price, so it's worth keeping a few small USD or EGP notes within easy reach for the moments they're called for.
Egypt is at its most welcoming in the winter, roughly November to February, when mild temperatures make wandering around the pyramids and temples a pleasure rather than an endurance test. It's wise to steer clear of high summer (June to August), when the mercury can climb past 40°C (104°F) across much of the country.
Before you arrive, make sure the following are sorted:
By and large, yes. Egypt puts considerable effort into protecting visitors, particularly at major attractions and in the larger cities, so tourists are generally well looked after. As with any trip abroad, it's still smart to review your government's current travel advisories and keep an eye on local news before and during your visit.
Pulling an Egypt trip together is straightforward once you work through it step by step:
No, gratuities aren't built into the tour price. Tipping, known locally as "baksheesh," is woven into everyday life in Egypt, and it's customary to reward guides, drivers, and hotel staff directly. A sensible approach is to let the quality of service guide you, generally in the region of 10-15% of the bill or service cost.
Discover the wonders of ancient Luxor on an unforgettable two-day shore excursion from Safaga…
