Luxor Day Tour from Safaga Port

Safaga Port to Luxor Day Tour

Explore Egypt’s Open-Air Museum in One Unforgettable Day

Make the most of your time in port with a perfectly organized Luxor day tour from Safaga Port. Travel inland to discover the heart of ancient Egypt, visiting legendary temples and royal tombs on both sides of the Nile. With a private Egyptologist guide, comfortable transportation, and guaranteed return to your cruise ship, this shore excursion is the ideal way to experience Luxor in one day.

Tour Highlights

• Full-day shore excursion from Safaga Port

• Visit Karnak Temple on the East Bank

• Explore the Valley of the Kings

• Discover the magnificent Temple of Queen Hatshepsut

• Stop at the Colossi of Memnon

• Private English-speaking guide

• Lunch at a local restaurant

• On-time return to your cruise ship

Detailed Itinerary

Morning – Pickup from Safaga Port
Upon arrival of your cruise ship at Safaga Port, your Memphis Tours representative will meet you directly at the cruise exit door holding a personalized sign. Begin your journey to Luxor in a modern, air-conditioned vehicle.

🚗 Driving Time: Approximately 3 hours (one way)

East Bank Tour – Karnak Temple

Arrive in Luxor and start your exploration at the awe-inspiring Karnak Temple Complex, the largest religious site ever constructed. Built over centuries from the Middle Kingdom through the Greco-Roman period, Karnak was dedicated to the god Amun-Ra, his consort Mut, and their son Khonsu.

Walk through the legendary Hypostyle Hall, a breathtaking forest of gigantic columns, and admire sacred lakes, towering pylons, and intricate hieroglyphs that tell the story of ancient Egypt’s glory.

Lunch Break

Enjoy a freshly prepared lunch at a local restaurant in Luxor, included in your tour.

West Bank Tour – Colossi of Memnon, Valley of the Kings & Hatshepsut Temple

Cross to the West Bank of the Nile and stop at the impressive Colossi of Memnon, two massive statues guarding the remains of the mortuary temple of Amenhotep III.

Continue to the world-famous Valley of the Kings, burial ground of Egypt’s most powerful pharaohs. Explore beautifully decorated tombs carved deep into the desert rock, created to protect royal treasures and guide kings into the afterlife.

End your tour at the stunning Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir El-Bahari. This unique terraced temple, dedicated to Egypt’s only female pharaoh, rises dramatically from the desert and blends seamlessly with the surrounding limestone cliffs.

Return to Safaga Port

In the late afternoon, depart Luxor and drive back to Safaga Port. You will arrive before 6:00 PM, ensuring a safe and timely return to your cruise ship.

📍 Distance: Approximately 220 km

What’s Included

✔ Pickup & drop-off from Safaga Port
✔ All transfers by air-conditioned vehicle
✔ Private English-speaking Egyptologist guide
✔ Entrance fees to all mentioned sites
✔ Bottled water during the tour
✔ Lunch at a local restaurant
✔ All taxes and service charges

What’s Not Included

✖ Any extras not mentioned in the itinerary
✖ Personal expenses
✖ Tipping (optional)

Why Choose This Safaga to Luxor Shore Excursion?

• Designed specifically for cruise ship schedules

• Visit Luxor’s top attractions in one day

• Private guide for a personalized experience

• Comfortable, safe, and reliable transportation

• One of the best shore excursions from Safaga Port

Book Your Luxor Shore Excursion from Safaga Port Today

Spaces are limited per cruise day. Reserve now and experience the timeless wonders of ancient Egypt with complete peace of mind.