Weekend Guide · Egypt
Weekend in Luxor
Luxor — often called the world’s greatest open-air museum, home to ancient temples and tombs of pharaohs on both sides of the Nile..
2 days recommended Luxor, Egypt Est. $326 for 2 days
Day 1
Arrive & Explore Luxor
Valley of the Kings
Ancient burial site of Egypt’s pharaohs, including the tomb of Tutankhamun
Karnak Temple
One of the largest temple complexes ever built, dedicated to the god Amun-Ra
Luxor Temple
Beautifully illuminated at night, this temple celebrates ancient Egyptian deities and kings
Day 2
Hidden Gems & Local Flavours
Colossi of Memnon
Two massive stone statues that once guarded a grand temple complex
Valley of the Queens
Burial site of royal wives and children, including the exquisitely painted tomb of Queen Nefertari
Temple of Hatshepsut (Deir el-Bahari)
Dramatic terraced mortuary temple built into limestone cliffs for Egypt's most powerful female pharaoh
Local Tips
- 1Egypt is one of the best-value destinations in the world.
- 2Egypt's major tourist areas — Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, and the Red Sea resorts — are heavily policed and generally safe for visitors.