Luxor by Bus from Marsa Alam
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Luxor by Bus from Marsa Alam
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From: Marsa Alamto: Luxor
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Adult price: 95.00 $Children price: 60.00 $
Overview
Embark on the ultimate historical adventure with our top-rated Luxor Day Trip from Marsa Alam by Bus! Operating every Monday, Thursday, and Friday at 04:30 AM, this full-day guided tour takes you through the Eastern Desert to the world's greatest open-air museum, ancient Thebes (Luxor).
Travel in a modern, air-conditioned coach with scheduled comfort stops. Upon arrival, your licensed Egyptologist guide will lead you through the monumental Karnak Temple Complex and the ancient Avenue of Sphinxes. Cross the legendary Nile River on a traditional boat for a delicious buffet lunch on board before exploring the West Bank.
Discover the cliffside Hatshepsut Temple at Deir el-Bahari, marvel at the 21-meter Colossi of Memnon, visit an authentic stone-carving workshop, and enjoy a scenic walk on Banana Island before returning safely to your hotel by 21:00.
Tour Highlights
- Schedule: Departs Mon, Thu & Fri at 04:30 AM (Returns ~21:00)
- Transport: Round-trip air-conditioned coach transfers from all Marsa Alam hotels
- East Bank: Guided exploration of Karnak Temple & Avenue of Sphinxes
- Nile Experience: Scenic Nile boat crossing + complimentary Banana Island stroll
- West Bank: Queen Hatshepsut Temple & Colossi of Memnon photo stop
- Inclusions: All entry tickets, expert Egyptologist guide & buffet lunch
Itinerary (Approximate Schedule)
- 04:30 AM: Hotel pickup in Marsa Alam & scenic drive through Eastern Desert
- 09:00 AM: Arrival in Luxor & guided Karnak Temple tour
- 12:00 PM: Nile River boat crossing & open buffet lunch
- 01:30 PM: West Bank tour: Hatshepsut Temple & Colossi of Memnon
- 04:00 PM: Stone-carving workshop & Banana Island visit
- 05:00 PM: Departure from Luxor (Arrive Marsa Alam ~21:00)
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How long does the bus trip take from Marsa Alam to Luxor?
The drive takes approximately 4 hours each way in an air-conditioned coach, featuring planned rest stops for your comfort.
What is included in the Luxor day trip price?
The $95 rate includes round-trip transfers, entry tickets to all mentioned temples, a licensed guide, a Nile boat crossing, and a buffet lunch.
What should I bring on the Luxor tour?
Bring your original passport, comfortable walking shoes, sunglasses, a hat, water, and order a breakfast box from your hotel the night before.
- Transport along the route
- Entrance tickets
- Professional guide
- Lunch at a local restaurant
- crossing the Nile by boat
- Drinks
- Banana Island visit - optional $10 per person
- Transfers from the suburban areas of El Gouna and Sahl Hasheesh are paid separately - $15 for a group of up to 6 people or $30 for an individual minibus in both directions.
- Take with you:
- Original passport.
- Drinking water.
- sunglasses
- Comfortable shoes.
- Dry rations (must be ordered at the hotel reception on the day of departure and taken with you, it’s free!).
Previous Reviews 5
Victor Phillipson
20 Nov 2025nice trip thank you
Victoriaa Mikhailovna
23 Nov 2025Экскурсия супер, все понравилось!!!
Karl Eccleston
25 Nov 2025Perfect trip we are recommending you
Francesco Cioce
26 Nov 2025Everything was very well organized, and our guide was highly cultured.
Alessandro
26 Nov 2025Imagine an entire ancient city dating back more than 3000 years BC; one day visit is not enough. we have to go again with Remal Sinai