TEMPLES & SHRINES · EGYPT TEMPLE TOURS
Karnak, both banks at Luxor, Philae on its island and Abu Simbel three hours south. These 15 are compared on pickup time, which tombs are included and how much of the day is spent in a vehicle.
Leave Aswan early for Abu Simbel by air-conditioned group bus. Choose a self-guided visit or add an English, Arabic, French, German, or Spanish guide. Guides such as Waleed Adnan, Ahmed Abdelwahab, Mido, and Mostafa explain the temples before you explore them.
“Mido Excellent guide, presented detailed description of the temples. Bonus, he did it with lot of humor.”
Spend about eight hours on Luxor’s West Bank with a private Egyptologist guide and air-conditioned vehicle. Visit the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut, Medinet Habu, Deir el-Medina, the Valley of the Queens, Colossi of Memnon, and the Tombs of the Nobles. Entry fees and hotel transfers are included.
“We had an outstanding time. Our guide Muhammad did a tremendous job and is very knowledgeable about the history made sure we were comfortable with refreshments.. Our driver Hemid just waiting with more refreshments and the air conditioner on in the vehicle each time we returned.”
Visit Luxor’s West Bank with an English-speaking guide, seeing the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, and Colossi of Memnon before lunch at a local restaurant. Guides such as Alaa Hassan and Asma are praised for clear history, good timing, and useful help with optional tombs.
“Everything was wonderful! Mohamed was a great guide. Nice experience. Thank you so much”
Spend a full day crossing Luxor’s East and West Banks with a licensed Egyptologist guide. Visit royal tombs, Hatshepsut’s temple, the Valley of the Queens, Karnak, and Luxor Temple. A private air-conditioned vehicle, lunch, entrance fees, bottled water, and hotel or cruise pickup are included.
“We had a fantastic day in Luxor with our guide, Ali. He took us to the Valley of the Kings, Valley of the Queens, Hatshepsut’s Temple, and the temples of Luxor and Karnak. Ali was very knowledgeable and explained the history in a clear and interesting way without overwhelming us with too much information. He was also really organized, making sure we stayed on track and had enough time at each site. We appreciated how he pointed out important details and gave us time for photos and breaks when needed. The whole experience was smooth and enjoyable, and having someone like Ali made a big difference. Highly recommend him if…”
Spend 7 to 10 hours exploring Luxor’s West Bank in a private, air-conditioned vehicle with an Egyptologist guide. Visit the Valleys of the Kings and Queens, Deir el-Medina, Hatshepsut Temple, Medinet Habu, and the Colossi of Memnon. Hotel pickup, bottled water, and optional lunch are available.
“perfect experience full day tour with our wonderfull guide Emad, I recommend every bit of this visit”
Leave Sharm after dark for a guided night climb of Mount Sinai, reaching the summit before sunrise. Bedouin guides assist on the trail, then an Egyptologist guide leads a visit to St. Catherine’s Monastery. Bring serious layers, sturdy shoes, snacks, and patience for a long bus ride.
“it was challenging but very worth it, the bedwins were very experienced and helpful as guided”
Visit Karnak and Luxor temples with an English-speaking guide such as Mena Oweda, Mohamed Refaaie, or George. Expect hotel pickup, clear explanations of hieroglyphs and temple design, free time for photos, and an Egyptian lunch. Afternoon departures can offer softer light and Nile views.
“The tour was very nice. The tour guide Hamdi was good and explained everything very well. We really enjoyed this trip. ❤️”
Travel from Luxor to Abu Simbel in a private car, meet an English-speaking guide at the temple, explore the colossal façade and twin sanctuaries, then enjoy lunch in Aswan before returning. Guides such as Mustafa, Hani, and Ahmed Achraf are praised for clear explanations and generous photo time.
“Mou (aka Mahmoud Haggag) was truly the best Egyptologist we could’ve hope for! Very detailed and precise explanations on all the sites we visited. The visit includes all the main points on interest of Luxor and its whereabouts. Get ready for a long but very satisfying day! Thank you Mou”
Travel from Aswan to Abu Simbel in a private air-conditioned car, with hotel or cruise pickup, bottled water, and flexible timing. Choose transport only or add entrance fees, a local guide, and lunch. Expect about three hours each way and roughly three hours at the temples.
“The temple is incredible and it was so worth the effort to go to Aswan and then take the drive there. It is not to be missed.”
Travel from Aswan to Abu Simbel by air-conditioned minibus, with hotel or cruise pickup, about two hours at the temples, and return transport. Choose independent sightseeing or add a guide such as Ahmed. The $24 price excludes temple admission.
“The tour started with 25 minutes delay by picking us up from our hotel. It was fine as we have told that it might be some minutes delay. Tour leader has a good knowledge and he gave us very good information about the place. It seems they arranged different kind of tours together because some people had no idea that we needed to be picked up and dropped off at our hotel. Because at the end when they wanted to drop us off at our hotel many people complaining why they are going to our hotel to drop us off. When I wanted to explain they stopped the car and…”
Explore Luxor’s West Bank in a private vehicle with optional guide service, stopping at the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, and Colossi of Memnon. Guides such as Mustafa, Ahmed Omar, Ayad, Salwa, and Monty have earned strong praise, but guide quality and pickup timing can vary.
“Had a lovely half day tour in Luxor with Emo Tours. Our guide, Toya, was fantastic. Super friendly, welcoming, knowledgeable and engaging. We really valued his storytelling and insight answering all our questions. Thank you for showing us the highlights of Luxor and making sure our trip was so smooth and enjoyable even in the 42° heat!”
Travel from Aswan by private vehicle and motorboat to Philae Temple, where an Egyptologist such as Mary, Eman, or Waleed can explain Isis, Osiris, and Horus. The three-hour outing includes tickets, water, transport, and time for photos, with guides speaking English, Arabic, French, German, or Spanish.
“Aladino was the best tour guide, he gave us a very detailed explanation of the temple history and is very kind. We loved the tour!”
Leave Sharm El Sheikh late at night for Mount Sinai, climb with a Bedouin guide, and reach the summit before sunrise. After the descent, tour St. Catherine’s Monastery with a guide. Expect a long day, cold summit, uneven steps, and spectacular desert views.
“Fantastic guide, who was very informative. Beautiful scenic views. 100% recommend!”
Travel from Hurghada, Sahl Hasheesh, or Makadi to Luxor with a certified Egyptologist. Visit Karnak, the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, and the Colossi of Memnon, with an optional Nile crossing, lunch, drinks, and a small-group setting.
“Our day with Doa was really great. She gave us a lot of background information about ancient Egyptian history and architecture. We would definitely recommend her as a Guide as well as the trip.”
This budget shared shuttle leaves Aswan at 4:00 am, drives about three hours each way, and gives you independent time at Abu Simbel. Hotel pickup, drop-off, and a driver are included. An optional guide may explain the temples outside, with guides such as Ahmed Ashraf, Aida, or Ahmed Abdeen available on some departures.
“An amazing deal for the price. The driver picked us on time and our guide Ahmed Abdeen gived us a pre introduction prior to entering the temple and some highlights inside of it .”
Sunrise, sunset, on foot or by tuk-tuk.
