Luxor
Egypt
The world's greatest open-air museum โ pharaohs, temples, and the Valley of the Kings
Why visit Luxor?
Luxor is built on the site of ancient Thebes, capital of the New Kingdom pharaohs. The East Bank features the massive Karnak Temple Complex (UNESCO) and Luxor Temple, while the West Bank offers the Valley of the Kings (Tutankhamun's tomb), Valley of the Queens, and the Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut. A hot air balloon ride over the Valley at sunrise is bucket-list.
October, November, December, January, February, March
Hot desert climate; best OctoberโMarch. Extremely hot summers (40โ45ยฐC). Rarely rains.
Egypt e-Visa available for most nationalities. GCC nationals get visa on arrival.
Full visa guide โTop Things to Do in Luxor
- ๐๏ธKarnak Temple Complex (UNESCO)
- โฑ๏ธValley of the Kings (Tutankhamun)
- ๐Hot Air Balloon at Sunrise
- ๐Luxor Temple Night Visit
- ๐บHatshepsut Mortuary Temple
- โตNile Felucca Boat Ride
- ๐ฟColossi of Memnon
- ๐ขNile Cruise (Luxor to Aswan)
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Best Stay Areas in Luxor
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Lightweight cotton clothing essential. Sun hat and sunscreen critical. Modest dress at temples.
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