About This Tour
Uncover the true soul of ancient Egypt with Tango Travel’s Overnight Luxor Tour from Safaga Port — the perfect solution for cruise travelers who want more than just a taste of Luxor’s treasures. With two full days of exploration and an overnight stay in a 5-star hotel, this itinerary gives you the depth, comfort, and time to appreciate the glory of Thebes at a relaxed pace.
Start with a scenic drive from the Red Sea coast to the Nile Valley. Explore the massive Karnak Temple Complex, stroll through its Hypostyle Hall, and admire centuries of pharaonic inscriptions. Later, cross the river to the West Bank, where you’ll visit the royal tombs in the Valley of the Kings, and the Colossi of Memnon.
But the true magic happens in the evening: head to Luxor Temple, beautifully illuminated after sunset. The majestic statues, colonnades, and pylons glow golden against the night sky — a photographer’s dream and a spiritual experience you’ll never forget.
Spend the night in a deluxe hotel overlooking the Nile or in the city center. On Day 2, visit Hatshepsut’s Temple, the masterpiece built into Deir El Bahari's cliffs. You’ll also have time to shop for handmade alabaster, enjoy authentic Egyptian cuisine, and take in peaceful views of the countryside before returning to Safaga Port, right on time.
Highlights
- All Transportation via Air Conditioned Car
- Multi Lingual Tour Guide
- All Entrance Fees for Sightseeing
What’s Included
- Pickup and return from Safaga Port
- Private A/C transportation
- Expert Egyptologist guide for 2 days
- Entry to all listed sites: Karnak, Luxor Temple, Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut
- 1 night at a 5-star hotel with breakfast
- 2 lunches + 1 dinner
- Bottled water and snacks
- Taxes and service fees
- Guaranteed cruise-safe return
- Optional tombs (Tutankhamun, Ramses VI)
- Beverages during meals
- Tips for guide/driver/hotel
- Personal purchases or spa services
- Any site not listed
Tour Plan
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06:30 AM – Pickup from Safaga Port
Meet your guide at the terminal and drive 3 hours to Luxor in a private A/C vehicle.
09:30 AM – Visit Karnak Temple
Start at Egypt’s largest temple complex:
- Avenue of Sphinxes
- Hypostyle Hall with 134 columns
- Sacred Lake & Obelisks
11:30 AM – Cross to West Bank
Drive over the Nile to Luxor’s ancient burial grounds.
12:00 PM – Visit Valley of the Kings
Explore 3 royal tombs (included).
Optional: Entry to Tutankhamun’s tomb (not included).
01:30 PM – Colossi of Memnon
Photo stop at the two giant seated statues of Amenhotep III.
02:00 PM – Lunch at a Local Restaurant
Enjoy grilled meats, kofta, rice, salads, and Nile views.
03:30 PM – Hotel Check-In
Check in to your 5-star hotel. Rest or enjoy the pool.
06:30 PM – Visit Luxor Temple at Night
Experience the temple dramatically lit under the stars:
- Colossal statues of Ramses II
- Obelisks and papyrus columns
- Ancient Roman frescoes inside the chapel
08:00 PM – Dinner and Overnight Stay in Luxor
Dinner at your hotel or a partner restaurant.
Sleep in comfort, ready for day two.
Hatshepsut Temple, Local Culture & Return
08:00 AM – Breakfast at the Hotel
Enjoy a full buffet before check-out.
09:00 AM – Visit Temple of Queen Hatshepsut
Admire the stunning terraced structure built for Egypt’s most powerful female pharaoh.
10:30 AM – Optional Alabaster Workshop Visit
See how local artisans carve stone using ancient techniques. Great for souvenirs.
12:00 PM – Lunch at a Garden or Nile View Restaurant
Relax over authentic Egyptian cuisine.
01:00 PM – Begin Drive Back to Safaga Port
Enjoy a quiet drive with scenic desert and mountain views.
04:00 PM – Arrival at Safaga Cruise Terminal
On-time return for cruise departure guaranteed.