Luxor & Valley of the Kings Day Trips from Sharm El Sheikh

Sharm el Sheikh Red Sea resort is situated about 306 km far from Luxor. But in spite of the long distance you still can visit Luxor from Sharm el Sheikh on a day trip by air. The flight takes 55 minutes from Sharm el Sheikh to Luxor. Most important known attractions in Luxor: Karnak temples and Luxor temple, newly opened Avenue of Sphinxes and Deir El Bahari Hatsheput temple. Valley of the Kings with its beautifully decorated tombs and Queen Nefertari unique chamber.

Karnak Temple during day trip to Luxor from Sharm El Sheikh

Luxor Tour Day trip from Sharm El Sheikh

Available Tue Wed Fri Sat
Pick up 05:00 AM
Duration 15 Hours

price £203

Two gigantic statues inside Luxor temple

Private Day Trip to Luxor

Available Tue Wed Fri Sat
Pick up 05:00 AM
Duration 16:30 Hours

price £211

Horse riding at the pyramids

Hot Air Balloon Cairo Luxor

Available Every day
Pick up 05:00 AM
Duration 2 Days

price £468

Hot-air balloon ride over Luxor

Luxor with Hot Air Balloon

Available Tue Wed Fri Sat
Pick up 05:00 AM
Duration 2 Days

price £445

Great Hypostyle hall at Karnak temple

3 Days Tour to Cairo Luxor by Train

Available Every day
Pick up 01:00 AM
Duration 3 Days

price £332

Valley of the kings tombs

Luxor 3 day tour with Pyramids excursion

Available Wed
Pick up 05:00 AM
Duration 4 Days

price £702

The biggest statue of Scarab in Egypt, Karnak temple

Luxor 2 days + Cairo 2 days tour

Available Wed
Pick up 05:00 AM
Duration 4 Days

price £702

Rams alley in Karnak temple

2 Days Luxor Tour from Sharm El Sheikh

Available Every day
Pick up 05:00 AM
Duration 2 Days

price £390

Scarab at Karnak temple

Cairo Luxor by Sleeper Train

Available Every day
Pick up 05:00 AM
Duration 2 Days

price £351

Good to know

  1. Passport with full Egyptian visa is required for day trip to Luxor from Sharm el Sheikh.
  2. Luxor temple opens at 6 am and works until late night.
  3. Avenue of Sphinxes is now opened to public. You can walk it either from Luxor to Karkan temple or vice-versa. The distance around 4,5 km.
  4. You can do Sound & Light show at Karnak temple.
  5. Hot-air balloon ride over Luxor can be experienced in an early morning.

FAQs

Can I visit Luxor from Sharm el Sheikh?

Yes, you can visit Luxor from Sharm el Sheikh on a day trip by plane.

How far is Luxor from Sharm el Sheikh?

The distance between Sharm El Sheikh and Luxor is 306 km and you need to cross the Red Sea to reach the city.

Can I do a hot-air balloon in Luxor on a one day trip?

No, you can not do a hot-air balloon ride in Luxor on a one day trip. You have to stay overnight as the activity takes place at dawn.

What is included in a day trip to Luxor from Sharm el Sheikh?

A day trip to Luxor from Sharm el Sheikh includes pick up and drop off at your hotel, round trip flight tickets, entrance fees to the sights, lunch in a local restaurant and an English speaking guide.

Can you visit Luxor from Sharm El Sheikh by bus?

Yes, you can visit Luxor from Sharm El Sheikh by bus, you need to take the ferry first from Sharm El Sheikh to Hurghada and then take a bus from there to Luxor.

Published: 08 Feb 2022 Last update: 02 Dec 2021