Cairo & Nile Highlights
Five days pairing Cairo's ancient and medieval sites with a short Nile cruise extension to Luxor.
Luxor
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Ancient Thebes, split by the Nile into two very different halves. The East Bank, city of the living, holds the temple complexes of Karnak and Luxor. The West Bank, city of the dead, holds the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut’s mortuary temple, and the Colossi of Memnon. Together they form what many call the world’s greatest open-air museum.
Best time to visit: November through February for the mildest temperatures; the West Bank in particular has little shade.
What You'll See
Highlights of Luxor
Valley of the Kings
The royal necropolis holding over 60 tombs, including Tutankhamun’s.
Karnak Temple Complex
The largest religious building ever constructed, expanded over 2,000 years.
Hatshepsut’s Temple
A striking terraced temple built into the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari.
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Moments in Luxor
Common Questions
FAQs about Luxor
Frequently Asked Questions
The general admission ticket covers three tombs; Tutankhamun’s tomb and a few other high-profile tombs require a separate ticket.
Summer afternoons regularly exceed 40°C (104°F) with little shade — an early start is strongly recommended year-round.
Yes — most Nile cruises schedule a full day of Luxor sightseeing as part of their itinerary.
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Trips to Luxor
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Luxor East & West Bank Highlights Tour
A full day covering Luxor’s essential sites on both banks of the Nile — Karnak, the Valley of the Kings, and more.
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