From$750
From$750
From$750
Step beyond standard sightseeing and enter the world of professional exploration with this archaeology-focused overnight tour in Luxor. Designed for history enthusiasts and curious travelers, this experience offers rare access to restricted areas through special permits, allowing you to explore sites not typically open to the public.
Accompanied by an expert guide with deep archaeological knowledge, you will gain detailed insights into excavation methods, ancient construction techniques, and the historical significance of each site. This tour goes beyond surface-level storytelling, offering a deeper understanding of how ancient civilizations lived, worked, and built their legacy.
The overnight format ensures a relaxed pace, giving you ample time to fully absorb each location without feeling rushed. You’ll explore lesser-visited areas, quiet zones, and hidden corners that reveal a more authentic and undisturbed perspective of Luxor’s past.
With private transportation, carefully arranged permits, and comfortable accommodation, this tour combines exclusivity with convenience. It is ideal for travelers seeking a more intellectual and immersive journey—transforming a visit into a true archaeological experience.
Round-trip transfers in an air-conditioned vehicle
Overnight accommodation in Luxor
Professional Egyptologist guide
Special permit access to selected tombs
Breakfast and lunch
Bottled water during the tour
Small group or private experience
All taxes and service charges
Entrance fees to all sites
Tips for the guide and driver
Early Morning Pickup: Begin your journey with a comfortable transfer in a modern, air-conditioned vehicle. Travel through the Eastern Desert toward Luxor while your guide introduces the historical importance of Upper Egypt.
Visit Karnak Temple:
Arrive at Karnak, the largest religious complex ever built. Your Egyptologist will guide you through the Hypostyle Hall, where 134 massive columns tower above, explaining architectural alignments, religious symbolism, and construction phases spanning over 2,000 years.
Explore hidden corners often missed by regular tours, including smaller chapels and sacred lake areas.
Visit Luxor Temple:
Continue to Luxor Temple, connected historically to Karnak by the Avenue of Sphinxes. Study the temple’s layered history, including contributions from Amenhotep III, Ramses II, and later Roman modifications.
Your guide will highlight inscriptions, statues, and ceremonial spaces used during the Opet Festival.
Check-in & Evening:
Transfer to your hotel or Nile-side accommodation. Enjoy dinner and optional evening relaxation. This downtime allows you to absorb the historical depth experienced throughout the day.
Breakfast & Departure:
After breakfast, cross to Luxor’s West Bank, known as the land of the dead, where pharaohs were buried in elaborately decorated tombs.
Visit Valley of the Kings (Special Permit Access):
Enter selected tombs requiring special permits, such as the Tomb of Seti I or Tomb of Ramses V & VI. These tombs feature some of the finest preserved wall paintings in Egypt.
Your guide will interpret funerary texts like the Book of the Dead and Amduat, explaining their spiritual significance and artistic techniques.
Visit Valley of the Artisans (Deir el-Medina):
Explore the workers’ village where the artisans who built the royal tombs lived. This site provides rare insight into daily life, social organization, and craftsmanship. The tombs here are smaller but exceptionally detailed and colorful.
Visit Temple of Hatshepsut:
Continue to the mortuary temple of Queen Hatshepsut, one of Egypt’s most powerful female rulers. Analyze its unique terraced design, relief scenes of trade expeditions, and political symbolism that legitimized her reign.
Optional Stop: Colossi of Memnon:
Pause for photos at these massive statues of Amenhotep III, once guarding a vast temple complex.
Lunch & Return Transfer:
Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before beginning your return journey. Relax during the drive back, reflecting on an extraordinary archaeological experience.
Evening Arrival:
Arrive at your hotel, concluding your exclusive overnight Luxor tour.
| Tour Option | 1 Person | 2 to 3 Persons (PP) | 4+ Persons (PP) |
| 1. Transfers Only | $70 | $40 | $25 |
| 2. Transfer + Professional Guide | $140 | $85 | $60 |
| 3. All-Inclusions (Transfer+ Guide + Accomodation) | $210 | $145 | $110 |
Option 1: Transfers Only
Private A/C vehicle with a professional driver.
Pick-up and drop-off at your hotel or cruise ship.
Excludes: Guide, entry tickets, lunch, and tips.
Option 2: Transfer + Professional Guiding
Everything in Option 1.
A licensed, English-speaking Egyptologist guide for the full duration (approx. 8 hours).
Excludes: Entry tickets and lunch.
Option 3: All-Inclusions
Everything in Option 2.
All Entry Fees: Pre-purchased tickets to avoid long lines.
Lunch: Typically at a high-quality local restaurant.
Bottled water, taxes, and service charges.
Pricing & Payment Policy
At Book Egypt Direct, all prices are quoted in US Dollars (USD) unless otherwise stated. However, we are happy to accept payments in other major international currencies, including Euros (EUR) and British Pounds (GBP), based on the official exchange rate on the day the payment is made.
Our prices are determined according to current market conditions, seasonal demand, and service availability. Therefore, rates may change without prior notice. Once a deposit or full payment has been received, your booking rate is confirmed and guaranteed.
What’s Included in Our Packages
Our published package prices generally include:
Comfortable accommodation (as specified in your selected itinerary)
Private or group transportation
Professional, licensed tour guides
Daily breakfast and other meals as indicated
Entry tickets to included attractions
Domestic flights or transfers (when applicable)
24/7 on-ground support
For the exact details of what is included or excluded, please refer to your booking confirmation and final itinerary.
Holiday Supplement
A 25% surcharge applies to all Nile cruises and tour packages scheduled during Christmas, New Year, and Easter, due to increased demand during the peak holiday season.
To ensure a smooth booking process with Book Egypt Direct, our payment and deposit policies vary depending on the type of service booked:
Once your payment is processed, you will receive a written confirmation, a custom itinerary, and travel documents by email. All payment receipts will also be provided for your records.
We understand that travel plans may need to change. If you need to cancel your tour, our cancellation policy is as follows:
Refunds (when applicable) are processed within 14 working days of receiving a written cancellation notice. Please note that some cruises or accommodations may apply stricter cancellation terms, which will be clearly communicated in your itinerary.
At Book Egypt Direct, we are proud to offer family-friendly travel experiences. Our children’s pricing policy is as follows:
Children’s discounts apply only when sharing accommodation with two full-paying adults. Please note that some Nile Cruises and luxury hotels may apply different policies or restrict bookings for young children—these will be outlined in your itinerary if applicable.
Some unique experiences are optional and not included in the standard package. You can book these add-ons in advance or arrange them on-site (subject to availability). Optional experiences may include:
These optional tours are payable in USD or local currency (EGP). We recommend booking them in advance to ensure availability, especially during peak season.
While our packages are inclusive, we recommend that travelers budget for the following personal and incidental expenses:
We advise travelers to carry small amounts of local currency (EGP) for convenience, especially when visiting local markets or tipping service staff.
Tipping, known locally as "baksheesh", is a widely accepted custom and considered a sign of gratitude for good service. While not mandatory, tipping is strongly encouraged and appreciated by service staff. Below are suggested tipping amounts:
Unless specifically stated, tipping is not included in your package price. We recommend preparing small bills in USD or EGP for tipping convenience.
Special permits allow entry to restricted tombs and archaeological areas not included in standard tickets, such as high-value royal tombs in the Valley of the Kings. These permits provide a more exclusive and in-depth experience.
Photography rules vary. Some tombs allow mobile photography, while others may require an additional permit or prohibit cameras. Your guide will inform you at each site.
The tour involves moderate walking, including stairs and narrow passages inside tombs. Comfortable shoes and a reasonable level of fitness are recommended.
This experience focuses on in-depth archaeological exploration, including restricted areas, detailed explanations, and smaller group sizes for a more personalized experience.
From $750
Price start from$750
At Book Egypt Direct, we create memorable and affordable journeys that go far beyond the ordinary. From standing before the majestic Pyramids to uncovering hidden gems in Egypt’s ancient alleyways, every experience is designed to inspire.
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