Day Trip to Luxor from Safaga Port

Tour Overview

• Duration: Approximately 12–14 hours
• Availability: Daily
• Tour Type: Express
• Pickup Time: 7:00 AM (may vary depending on your cruise ship’s arrival time)

Tour Highlights

This two-day itinerary begins at Safaga Port and takes you to Luxor to explore Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple, as well as the West Bank’s Valley of the Kings and the Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari.

Enjoy an overnight stay at a five-star or luxury hotel and meals at local restaurants. An experienced Egyptologist tour guide will accompany you throughout the trip, and transportation will be provided in an air-conditioned vehicle. All entrance tickets and taxes are included.

If you would like to customize the itinerary, we will be happy to make the necessary arrangements.

Tour Details

A guide and manager from Ramasside Tours will be waiting for you at Safaga Port, holding a sign displaying your name. There is no need to search for them; they will be there to welcome you and ensure you find them easily.

Once the tour begins, your guide will provide personalized assistance throughout the journey. During the drive, your guide will introduce important landmarks along the route and share other interesting information about your trip.

Travel to Luxor in a modern, air-conditioned vehicle. The journey from Safaga takes approximately three hours.

Upon arrival, visit Karnak Temple, one of the largest religious complexes in the world and one of the greatest examples of ancient Egyptian religious architecture. Built over many centuries, from the Middle Kingdom through the Greco-Roman period, the temple is renowned for its magnificent Great Hypostyle Hall, featuring an awe-inspiring forest of massive columns.

After lunch at a local restaurant, head to the West Bank of the Nile to see the two colossal statues of Amenhotep III, known as the Colossi of Memnon.

Next, visit the Valley of the Kings, where the magnificent tombs of ancient Egyptian rulers were carved deep into the desert rock and decorated with elaborate artwork.

Continue to the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari. This extraordinary temple was dedicated to Hatshepsut, one of ancient Egypt’s most remarkable female pharaohs. It rises in a series of terraces from the desert plain, blending harmoniously with the dramatic limestone cliffs surrounding it.

At the end of the excursion, your guide will accompany you back to Safaga Port so you can continue your cruise journey.

Luxor offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, culinary delights, and shopping opportunities. If you have extra time and would like to add more activities, let us know, and we will arrange them for you.

Ramasside Tours has carefully designed this Luxor excursion to help you experience the highlights of Egypt in the most efficient way possible.

If you would like to customize your trip, please let us know.

Important Note: We recommend wearing comfortable walking shoes and bringing a sun hat.

What's Included

The Day Trip to Luxor from Safaga Port includes:

• Round-trip transportation between Safaga Port and Luxor.
• Air-conditioned transportation for all transfers.
• An English-speaking Egyptologist tour guide.
• Entrance fees to all sightseeing attractions included in the itinerary.
• Mineral water during the tour.
• Lunch.
• All taxes and service charges.

What's Excluded

• Personal expenses.
• Tips and gratuities.

Tour Prices

Hotel Plan A: Sonesta St. George, Steigenberger Nile, or Pyramisa.

We highly recommend the shared small-group tour under Plan A. For a private VIP tour, please contact us so we can fully customize the experience according to your requirements.

Large Group Tour (50 people): USD 140 per person.

Important Information About the Day Trip to Luxor from Safaga Port

Upgrade Your Comfort with a Luxury Minivan

Choose a luxury minivan to make your journey even more comfortable. Our minivans offer spacious seating, ample legroom, air conditioning, and refreshments to ensure a pleasant travel experience.

They also provide sufficient space for luggage and personal belongings, keeping everything organized and easily accessible. Enjoy a comfortable journey and arrive refreshed and ready to explore.

Professional Photographer

You can arrange for a professional photographer to accompany you when visiting the pyramids or other selected attractions.

Our photographers will capture your best moments and expressions at some of the most beautiful locations.

Price: USD 50 per day.

Transit Visa

Cruise passengers can obtain a transit visa stamp provided free of charge by Egyptian immigration authorities on board the cruise ship.

Tour Availability and Itinerary

We offer excursions departing from all major Egyptian ports, including Alexandria, Safaga, Port Said, and Ain Sokhna.

If your cruise arrives in Alexandria or Port Said after 7:00 AM or departs before 9:00 PM, we recommend a Cairo day trip focusing exclusively on the Pyramids and the Sphinx. Visiting additional attractions may be difficult due to time constraints.

This recommendation allows you to enjoy an unforgettable experience among these ancient wonders while ensuring you return to your cruise ship on time.

Our tours are generally operated in small groups, but they can also be fully customized as private VIP excursions upon request.

Schedule and Payment

Prices are quoted in US dollars, but payments in euros or British pounds are also accepted.

Accessible Travel

We offer private tours and accessible holiday options for travelers with special requirements. Please inform us of your needs when booking so we can make suitable arrangements.

Better Value Than Cruise Line Excursions

Our prices are generally lower than those offered by cruise lines, with potential savings of up to 40% in some cases.

We believe you deserve an exceptional travel experience without paying unnecessarily high prices. When our prices are higher, this reflects the superior quality of our tours, which typically feature smaller groups and more personalized experiences.

Higher Quality Than Cruise Line Excursions

We are committed to delivering exceptional experiences. Unlike cruise line excursions that often accommodate groups of 50 or more people, our tours are designed for smaller groups.

This allows us to provide a more personalized and enjoyable experience, giving you more opportunities to explore each destination in depth and receive individual attention from your guide.

Hotel Ratings in Egypt

Please note that hotel ratings in Egypt may differ from those in the United States and Europe.

For a genuine five-star service experience, we recommend choosing the luxury hotel option under Plan B. While the standard hotels under Plan A are officially rated five stars in Egypt, their facilities and service levels may be closer to those of a three-star hotel by international standards.

Booking Confirmation

To confirm your reservation, please provide the following information:

• Full names, email addresses, and nationalities of all travelers.
• Number of adults and children, including children's dates of birth.
• Cruise ship name and arrival and departure dates and times.
• Your mobile phone number.
• Copies of your passports.

Child Policy

• 0–5.99 years: Free of charge.
• 6–11.99 years: 50% of the tour price.
• 12 years and older: Full adult price.

Alternative Excursion from Safaga Port

Evening Tour to Luxor from Safaga Port

Depart from Safaga Port in an air-conditioned vehicle and travel to Luxor to visit Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple, two of ancient Egypt's most spectacular historical landmarks.

Continue to the Colossi of Memnon, the Valley of the Kings, and the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut on the West Bank of the Nile.

At the end of the tour, return to Safaga Port.

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Additional Information for All Travelers

Transit Visa

Cruise passengers can obtain a transit visa stamp provided free of charge by Egyptian immigration authorities on board the cruise ship.

Tour Availability

Our tours depart from all major Egyptian ports, including Alexandria, Safaga, Port Said, and Ain Sokhna.

• If your cruise arrives after 7:00 AM or departs from Alexandria or Port Said before 9:00 PM, we recommend a day trip to Cairo focusing exclusively on the Pyramids and the Sphinx. Due to time constraints, visiting other attractions may be difficult. This recommendation helps you enjoy these ancient wonders while ensuring you return to your cruise ship on time.
• Our excursions are generally operated as small-group tours, but they can be fully customized as private VIP experiences upon request.

Itinerary and Prices

Prices are quoted in US dollars, but payments in euros or British pounds are also accepted.

For further information, please contact us at [email protected].