Luxor is the world’s greatest open-air museum. Built over the ancient city of Thebes, it holds the densest concentration of monuments on Earth — and it is the highlight of almost every Egypt trip.
We are Sam and Mo — licensed Egyptologist guides with over 28 years of combined experience in Luxor.
Luxor splits along the Nile. The East Bank holds the temples of Karnak and Luxor, the train station and most hotels. The West Bank is home to the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut’s Temple and dozens of tombs — quieter and more atmospheric.
The vast complex of sanctuaries, pylons and the famous hypostyle hall — the greatest religious site of the ancient world.
Elegant and beautifully lit at night — one of the best evening experiences in Egypt.
The tombs of the New Kingdom pharaohs, cut deep into the cliffs, with extraordinary wall paintings.
A stunning terraced monument built into the cliffs — one of Egypt’s most photogenic sites.
Two giant seated statues guarding the ancient funerary temple of Amenhotep III.
The Valley of the Queens, Nobles & Workers (Deir el-Medina) and Medinet Habu.
A sunrise flight over the West Bank is unmissable. Book the balloon ride.
Abydos & Dendera north of the city, and the Aswan route via the Nile.
Two full days — one East Bank, one West Bank — plus a balloon morning. Extra days let you explore the quieter West Bank tombs.
The sheer volume of history is overwhelming without context. Our licensed Egyptologists bring it to life. See our Luxor East & West Bank tour.
Absolutely — for many travellers it is the highlight of the whole trip.
By a one-hour flight from Cairo, or by Nile cruise from Aswan.
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