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Luxor Temple is located on the east bank of the Nile in the city of Luxor, forming a north-south counterpart to Karnak Temple…
Luxor City, Luxor, Luxor Governorate 1362501, Egypt
From RUB 9,243
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Guest User: Very good at decent price. I highly recommend it. It also has parking space. The hotel also has interesting design.
El Horya, from Khaled Ibn Al Walid St
From RUB 10,501
Guest User: Steigenberger Resort Luxor | My Honest Review 🌴 My stay at the Steigenberger Resort Luxor was, overall, very pleasant and offered great value for money. The hotel's general ambiance is excellent; the public areas are well-maintained, and the garden, pool, and the atmosphere by the Nile are all very comfortable. For a five-star hotel in Luxor, I believe its overall facilities and environment are quite competitive. The room was comfortable and clean. Although some of the facilities show their age, they are still well-maintained. The hotel's location is also quite convenient, saving time when visiting attractions like Luxor Temple and Karnak Temple. I also tried the hotel's Lebanese restaurant. The dishes were generally good, but one shrimp dish was quite disappointing. The texture of the shrimp was noticeably tough and dry after grilling, with almost no juice. It didn't live up to the standard I'd expect from a five-star hotel restaurant at that price point. I don't have an issue with using frozen shrimp per se, but the key is that the final quality didn't match the price. I reported this issue to the restaurant manager at the time, but the subsequent resolution wasn't entirely satisfactory. Given that the restaurant is not cheap and positions itself as a five-star hotel restaurant, I believe guests are willing to pay more for the ambiance and service, but they should also receive ingredient quality and culinary expertise that match the price. However, I must give special praise to the waiter, Abdallah. His service attitude throughout the meal was excellent – enthusiastic, polite, and very patient. Even after we reported the issue with the dish, he maintained his excellent service, which prevented the overall dining experience from becoming terrible because of that one dish. His service truly deserves commendation. 👏 Putting aside the minor hiccup at the restaurant, the hotel's stay experience itself was very good. With its pleasant environment, comprehensive facilities, and great value for money, it remains a hotel I would highly recommend in Luxor. I hope the hotel will pay more attention to the quality of its dining and the details of customer complaint handling in the future, and also acknowledge employees like Abdallah who diligently serve guests. This would make the overall experience even more complete. 🌅
Khaled Ben Walid St
From RUB 7,025
BAbidi: Excellent stay for two nights as a solo traveler. The hotel is clean, quiet and clearly a higher standard than most places I used on this trip. Garden/pool area is beautiful. Front desk staff were very friendly and helpful the whole time. Special thanks to the woman at reception — I don’t have her name, but she made check-in and the stay easy. All the team on site were kind.
Khaled Ibn El Waleed, Gazirat Al Awameyah, Luxor, Luxor Governorate
From RUB 5,468
Guest User: When we checked in, a lady named Abeer, who was incredibly nice, made us feel so welcome. It was a stark contrast to the dirty and chaotic environment outside the hotel. She arranged a free extra bed and breakfast for our child, and knowing we had a late flight the next evening, she even offered a complimentary late check-out. We are incredibly grateful to her! The concierge also offered free currency exchange. The hotel's welcome drink was very refreshing and instantly cooled us down after returning from the temple.
Karnak
From RUB 18,310
DinGo®: Three of us booked a deluxe room overlooking the Nile, which came with a very large double bed. The extra rollaway bed was provided free of charge. The balcony offered an absolutely stunning view of the Valley of the Kings, which was truly breathtaking. It's also worth mentioning that the hotel's breakfast was delicious. On our second morning, we were heading to the Valley of the Kings early and wouldn't have time for breakfast, so we asked the front desk if we could take it away. To our surprise, they packed each of us a huge breakfast box containing bread, pastries, a small drink, and water. When we returned, it was still breakfast time, so we even managed to enjoy another meal at the breakfast restaurant. Aside from the water in the toilet being a little yellowish on the second day, our overall experience was excellent!
Khaled Ibn Al Walid, Gazirat Al Awameyah
From RUB 5,564
Guest User: The location is great, and every time I took a taxi from the front of the hotel, the security staff would confirm my destination with the taxi driver, which made me feel that they were really looking out for my safety! All the staff were very friendly, and the restaurant and swimming pool facilities, along with the view, were excellent. The only downsides were that the room was a bit chilly even without the AC on (the heating function seemed not to be working), and although the staff were responsive, the key card frequently malfunctioned, which was a bit inconvenient. Other than that, I was generally satisfied. Also, note that late check-out is available until 6 PM for an additional $30.
Khaled Ibn Al Walid, Gazirat Al Awameyah
From RUB 8,570
Bancha Choaparknoi: I recommend to put the request to get a new renovation room, it’s will perfectly like the photo. The hotel located in the city center and right next to the Nile, there are KFC close by. I don’t recommend to try the Chinese restaurant in the hotel There actin chinese they don’t know how to do fried rice I guess turn out very bad. But the Italian was so good in my option. Trust me I am the Asian!
1 Khaled Ibn Al Walid, Gazirat Al Awameyah
From RUB 5,649
Anonymous User: The lobby has a truly magnificent entrance with views of the pool and the Nile River. The room was spacious, allowing for a very relaxing stay. It was also clean, so I was satisfied. Since I had an early flight the next day and couldn't make breakfast, they prepared a lunch box for me. I was surprised by how much was included: two plates of bread, cheese, ham, and more. They arranged a taxi for my morning flight, but it was quite expensive.
MJQJ+5F4, Al Gwazat, Gazirat Al Awameyah
From RUB 5,347
Denghuaweijin: Aside from being noisy and the room being a bit old, it's a pretty good option for solo travelers on a budget, considering it's only a little over 100 yuan a night, which is much better value than guesthouses that cost over 300 yuan a night.
ش Khaled Ibn Al Walid, Gazirat Al Awameyah
From RUB 1,569
Reyueluoxue: Convenience of check-in: Easy. Just give your name upon entering and they'll arrange check-in. If you knock on the door late at night, someone will come and open it. Security: Just a regular door lock, it's fine. Facilities: Typical 1990s Chinese guesthouse level. The shower drain was clogged and wouldn't drain. The heater was broken on the first day, and I was freezing. Cleanliness: The clogged drain was a bit disgusting. Environment: Average. There was some music playing inexplicably at night and early in the morning. Service: Service response was a bit slow. After reporting a problem, it took half an hour and multiple calls before someone came to help. However, if I had to choose, I would still stay here again because everything here feels pretty much the same, unless you stay in a chain hotel.
Unnamed Road, Karnak
From RUB 1,666
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A guide to the hidden gem of Dendera Temple
Walking into Dendera Temple, I realized that some beauty is so profound, you feel like you have to hold your breath. 😳 This was the niche attraction I was most looking forward to on this trip, and it truly lived up to the hype. Take my advice and buy the ticket for the crypt—it's worth every penny! Legend has it that this is the birthplace of the goddess Hathor, and every year, Horus would travel by sacred boat from Edfu to visit his wife. Standing among those columns, I looked up to see the heads of the goddess Hathor on the capitals, like silent guardians hiding millennia of deep affection within the stone. The blue on the ceiling is preserved beautifully, featuring the goddess Nut, the Eye of Horus, and more... Finding these hidden details felt like playing a private game with the ancient Egyptians; every time I spotted one, my heart skipped a beat. 💙 Above the small chapel on the terrace lies the famous "Dendera Zodiac." Standing before it, I could still feel that ancient urge to gaze up at the stars. 🌌 The crypt wasn't as hard to climb into as I imagined, and it holds the famous "Dendera light" relief. It is said that only priests could enter in ancient times. As I walked down the narrow passage, I felt as if I, too, had stolen a glimpse of the gods' secrets. 🔦 Before leaving, the staff pointed me toward a ladder—now *that* was a tough climb. 😅 The process was arduous, but the statue of the goddess Hathor at the end was absolutely stunning! She stood there quietly, as if she had been waiting for a thousand years just to see you. On the outer wall, there are reliefs of Cleopatra, her son with Caesar, and Ptolemy XIV. This is the only temple in all of Egypt that features Cleopatra. Standing before that wall, I suddenly felt that history isn't just names in a textbook, but that real people once loved, fought, and left their mark here. 💔 Plan a relaxing 3-day trip around Egypt: 👇 Day 1: The heartbeat of the temple 💓 Spend the morning walking into Dendera Temple, getting lost under the gaze of the goddess Hathor; in the afternoon, head to the crypt to find the "Dendera light" relief; in the evening, watch the sunset paint the temple gold on the terrace. 🌅 Day 2: The breath of the Nile 🌊 Spend the morning at Luxor Temple, weaving through the massive stone columns; in the afternoon, visit Karnak Temple to watch the light and shadows dance through the hypostyle hall; in the evening, take a felucca ride on the Nile and watch the sunset turn the water into gold. ⛵ Day 3: Farewells and reunions 👋 Spend the morning at the Valley of the Kings, standing in silence in the tomb of Tutankhamun; in the afternoon, visit the Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut, lingering between the cliffs and the architecture; in the evening, return to Dendera for one last look at that statue of the goddess Hathor, then head home, carrying the light and sand of Egypt with you. ✈️
A Journey Through Millennia: Discover the Wonders of Egypt
Wind carries the sands of millennia, bringing the ancient dreams of pharaohs to life. The Nile River flows silently, penning the poetry of time. 🔥 Who could resist a journey through the millennia to Egypt❗ Step onto the golden sands of the Sahara 🌪️ Gaze up at the majestic pyramids 🗿 Unlock the mysterious stories along the ancient Nile River ✨ 🕌【Highlights of the Trip】 ✅ Direct flights from Beijing, no layovers, hassle-free travel ✅ Visit one of the Seven Wonders of the World 👉 The Great Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx, and delve into the grandeur of ancient Egypt ✅ Explore the Grand Egyptian Museum (opening in 2025!) and marvel at the breathtaking golden mask of the Pharaoh ✅ Head to the Red Sea in Hurghada 🌊! Relax on the beach or opt for thrilling desert dune bashing and snorkeling adventures ✅ Travel to Luxor, stroll along the Nile, visit ancient temples, and experience the charm of Nubian villages ✅ Stay in local 5-star hotels throughout the trip for maximum comfort ✅ Includes team transportation + Chinese-speaking guide, no need to plan everything yourself, just enjoy the journey 🗓 Simple Itinerary Overview Day 1|Gather in Beijing, take an overnight flight to Cairo, and begin your dream journey Day 2|Explore Cairo in-depth|Pyramids + Sphinx + Grand Egyptian Museum Day 3|Drive to the Red Sea in Hurghada 🏝️ Relax and enjoy free time, with optional desert dune bashing Day 4|Continue your vacation by the Red Sea, snorkeling to discover the crystal-clear underwater world Day 5|Travel from Hurghada to Luxor, visit temples along the Nile, and explore local markets Day 6|Return from Luxor to Cairo, then fly back to Beijing, completing your journey 💡 Travel Tips 🔸 Egypt has significant temperature differences between day and night! Bring a sun hat and sunglasses for the day, and a light jacket for the evening 🔸 The sun is very strong, so high-SPF sunscreen is a must 🔸 Respect local customs; avoid wearing overly revealing clothing when entering mosques 🔸 Carry some small change for tips 📸 Photo Tips ✨ In front of the pyramids: Light-colored dresses for a dreamy vibe ✨ By the Red Sea: Bright tank tops and beach dresses for stunning shots against the blue sea and golden sands ✨ At temple ruins: Vintage earth-tone outfits to enhance the atmosphere 🍜 Local Food Recommendations ✅ Koshari (Egypt's national dish) ✅ Grilled lamb barbecue ✅ Fresh fruit juices by the Nile 🌍 Cross mountains and seas to witness the Egyptian civilization you've read about in textbooks The silent sands tell the epic stories of millennia ✨ Seize the moment and let's embark on this journey together 🚩 Cairo International Airport
First Time in Egypt? Here Are the Must-Visit Spots!
🇪🇬✨ If it's your first trip to Egypt 🌍, these 5 spots are absolute bucket-list essentials you need to pin! 📍 🏜️ 1. Cairo — A Capital Steeped in History Start your Egyptian adventure in Cairo 🇪🇬. From world-class museums 🏛️ to ancient markets 🕌 and a vibrant urban energy, it’s the perfect place to fully immerse yourself in Egyptian civilization. ✨ 🐫 2. Giza — Witness the Pyramids in Person You can’t say you’ve been to Egypt without visiting Giza! 😍 📍 Great Pyramid of Giza 📍 Pyramid of Khafre 📍 Pyramid of Menkaure 📍 The Great Sphinx 🦁 The actual view is way more breathtaking than any photo! ✨📸 🌅 3. Luxor — The City of Temples and Ancient Tombs If you want a deep dive into Ancient Egypt 🏺, Luxor is a must! Explore the Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, and the West Bank, which is filled with ancient tombs and historical sites. 🏛️ History lovers will be in heaven. 🤎 🚢 4. The Nile River — Cruising the Legendary River The lifeblood of Egypt for thousands of years 🌊. Take a boat ride at sunset 🌅 or, if you have the time, book a Nile Cruise. ⛵✨ It feels just like a scene straight out of a movie! 🎬 🕌 5. Khan el-Khalili — Wander Through Cairo's Old Market Wrap up your trip at this historic bazaar 🛍️. You’ll find everything from souvenirs and spices 🧿 to handcrafted jewelry and charming tea houses ☕. It’s the best way to soak up the local Cairo vibe. ✨ 🇪🇬 Egypt Bucket List for First-Timers 🏙️ Cairo 🏜️ Giza 🏛️ Luxor 🌊 Nile River 🕌 Khan el-Khalili Short on time? 👉 Cairo + Giza is a great start. Want the full experience? 👉 Add Luxor + a Nile Cruise to your itinerary! ✨🐪 📌 Save this post for your Egypt trip planning! Trust me... Egypt is so much more than just pyramids. 🇪🇬✨
The "Forbidden City" of Egypt, you can't possibly see it all in an afternoon
Traveling from Aswan to Luxor, it was already afternoon, so my first stop was straight to the Karnak Temple on the East Bank of the Nile. The reason is simple: Karnak is the world's largest temple complex. Walking inside feels like falling into a stone labyrinth, with a sense of scale that reminds me of "touring the Forbidden City." · Before entering, you must walk along a processional way lined with ram-headed sphinxes. The ram's head is the incarnation of the god Amun. Between the front paws of each statue sits a small statue of Ramesses II. The pharaoh hid himself in the embrace of the god, which was both an act of piety and politics. It is said that this avenue extends 3 kilometers to the south and leads all the way to Luxor Temple. · Passing through the first pylon—a wall so massive that construction stopped before it was finished—you can still see the mud-brick ramps used by the ancient Egyptians to build it on the inner side. Entering the first courtyard, you are immediately met by several giant granite statues of Ramesses II. Yes, him again. After traveling around Egypt, this pharaoh is everywhere; he is at Abu Simbel, and he is at Karnak. Standing at the feet of the statue is Queen Nefertari, who only reaches about the height of his knees. In the small temple at Abu Simbel, she is as tall as the pharaoh, but here, the rules of scale have returned to the default. · Continuing inward, you enter the second pylon, and the most breathtaking space in Karnak appears before your eyes: the Great Hypostyle Hall. 134 giant sandstone columns are arranged in 16 rows, like a forest grown from stone. The 12 tallest ones in the center exceed 20 meters, and the lotus bud-shaped capitals at the top are large enough to hold nearly 100 people. Looking up, you can still see traces of paint from over 3,000 years ago on the columns; the red, blue, yellow, and green pigments are still roughly discernible under the slanting sunlight. It is said that the entire hall originally had a roof, and light only leaked in from the high clerestory windows in the center. The ancient Egyptians used this method to create an effect of "divine light" indoors. Now that most of the roof has collapsed, the sunlight pours in without obstruction, adding a magnificence of intersecting column shadows. · Passing through the Hypostyle Hall and heading deeper, the obelisk of Hatshepsut pierces the sky. Nearly 30 meters high and carved from a single piece of pink granite, it is the tallest surviving ancient obelisk in Egypt. This female pharaoh had a very cool sentence carved onto the monument: she built the memorial for her father Amun and plated it with the finest gold in the world. · Walking further into the depths of the temple, there is a granite scarab statue. It doesn't look like an ancient artifact and seems a bit inexplicable, but the guide said that walking around it 7 times makes your wishes come true. So, whether they believe it or not, tourists are all circling it, with expressions as pious as if they were completing some kind of ritual. · I originally thought that by reaching this point, I had almost finished touring Karnak Temple, but looking at the map, I realized we had only walked through a small part of the entire complex. It turns out that Karnak is not a place you can "finish seeing." It is too big and has too many elements—pylons, courtyards, hypostyle halls, obelisks, small temples, and open-air museums. Each one is worth stopping to examine closely, but stopping means you won't be able to finish the walk. · When I came out in the evening, the setting sun cast a long shadow from the rearmost obelisk, extending all the way to the stone slabs of the Hypostyle Hall. To be honest, the feeling Karnak gave me was completely different from Abu Simbel. If Abu Simbel is shocking—a miracle carved out by one person's power and faith—then Karnak is oppressive, a mountain of stone piled up over a thousand years. The former makes you marvel at the madness of one person, while the latter leaves you silent before the obsession of an entire civilization.
Traveling from Aswan to Luxor, I was captivated by a temple I just happened to pass by
Driving north from Aswan to Luxor takes several hours on the desert highway, passing through a small town called Edfu along the way. Before I left, my only knowledge of it was that it was a stop on the way. After all, I had already seen Philae and Abu Simbel, and I was a bit numb to temples. As it turned out, I was wrong again. · The Temple of Edfu is dedicated to the falcon god Horus, that character with the falcon head and human body who appears in the reliefs of almost every temple. In ancient Egyptian mythology, he is the god of the sky and the protector of all Egypt—pharaohs were considered the earthly incarnation of Horus. Construction of this temple began in 237 BC and took nearly 200 years to complete. · The first thing I saw after getting off the car was the pylon, so tall that I had to crane my neck way back. Both walls are carved with the same scene: a pharaoh holding a rope with captives in one hand and brandishing a weapon in the other, a gesture that feels like a declaration of sovereignty. Passing through the pylon, you enter a large courtyard surrounded on three sides by 32 columns. On one side of the courtyard sits a statue of Horus carved from black granite. What makes it unique is that it isn't in the falcon-headed human form, but is a real falcon, wearing the double crown of Upper and Lower Egypt, its sharp eyes staring at every visitor who enters. · Further inside is the hypostyle hall, the most spectacular part of the Temple of Edfu. The columns here get thicker and thicker; I almost lost my hat looking up at the tops. But what really made me stand there for half a day were the reliefs on the walls. The walls of Edfu are covered with the story of Horus's revenge, carved panel by panel like a comic strip, winding from the courtyard to the hypostyle hall and then to the outer corridor. It doesn't matter if you can't read hieroglyphs; even a layman like me could read the story all the way through, from Horus raising his spear to Set turning into a hippopotamus to flee, and finally being captured. · Next to the hypostyle hall is an inconspicuous little room with a door so low you have to duck to enter; many people walk right past it without a second glance. The guide said this was the perfume laboratory back in the day, with recipes for various balms and incenses carved on the walls. It is said that these recipes were later passed on to Europe and became one of the origins of French perfume. I stood in that little room, stunned for a moment. Above the temple were themes of revenge and divine power, while in the corner of the room were scents and recipes. It is hard to imagine that the ancient Egyptians managed to pack both the wars of the gods and the romance of humanity into the same building.
Step beyond the textbooks and experience ancient Egypt firsthand
🏺 When people think of Egypt, they often think of pyramids, pharaohs, and the Nile. But when you truly step into this land, you will find it is not just about magnificent ruins: the urban bustle of Cairo, the ancient temples of Luxor, and the sunset on the Nile all combine to form a journey that extends from ancient civilization to a modern vacation. 🏜️ Explore the pyramids and get up close to an ancient world wonder Your journey can start in Cairo. Head to the Giza Pyramids to feel the architectural imprints left by ancient Egyptian civilization at the intersection of the desert and the city. The Great Sphinx is also worth a close look. The massive stone statue echoes the pyramids from afar. Standing among the ruins, you can understand the wisdom of the ancient Egyptians through the architectural scale, stone materials, and carving details. HHTravel has specially arranged a private, after-hours visit to the Grand Egyptian Museum, allowing you to immerse yourself in the ups and downs of thousands of years of civilization. 🏛️ Luxor: Discovering the timeless imprints of the pharaohs Travel from Cairo to Luxor, where another scroll of ancient Egyptian civilization slowly unfolds. Visit the Valley of the Kings, enter the tombs where pharaohs were once laid to rest, and admire the well-preserved murals and hieroglyphs. Then, head to Karnak Temple and stroll among the massive stone columns and temple ruins. 🌊 From history to the coast: Experience Egypt in a new way The itinerary also includes a trip to the Red Sea coast, where you can slow down amidst the sea breeze and sunshine. Take a glass-bottom boat to admire the underwater world of the Red Sea. You will also ride in an exclusive 4x4 vehicle through the sand dunes, visit a Bedouin village, ride a camel across the Sahara, climb to the top of a dune to quietly wait for the charming sunset, experience traditional dune bashing, and feel the unique Arabian desert safari. 🍽️ Discover modern Egypt through its spices and streets Beyond the ruins, take some time to step into local life. Try traditional Egyptian cuisine, Arabic coffee, and desserts. Stroll through local markets and experience the modern urban atmosphere beyond the ancient civilization, from spices and handicrafts to street food. 📌 Tap the product card below to start your curated HHTravel Egypt vacation
Plan a National Day Trip to Egypt!
If you haven’t made plans for National Day yet and are looking for an affordable yet enriching international travel experience, consider Egypt this time! 📜 Highlights of the Trip ✅ Explore the Giza Pyramids and the Great Sphinx, visit the Grand Egyptian Museum, and immerse yourself in the stories of the pharaohs. ✅ Visit Luxor Temple and Karnak Temple, enjoy a horse-drawn carriage ride through ancient ruins, and sail on a traditional Nile River felucca. ✅ Stay 3 nights at a 5-star resort by the Red Sea! Enjoy ample free time for beach relaxation, snorkeling, sunbathing, and unwinding. ✅ Discover Mediterranean charm in Alexandria, with stops at the Citadel of Qaitbay and the Alexandria Library for a unique Egyptian experience. ✅ Stay in carefully selected 5-star hotels throughout the trip, with international buffet breakfasts included. Savor local specialties like roasted pigeon and Mediterranean grilled fish. ✅ Pure sightseeing with no shopping stops. Fly with Hainan Airlines, with nationwide connections for a hassle-free departure. 🗓️ 10-Day Itinerary Overview D1 Gather in various cities → Shenzhen D2 Fly from Shenzhen to Cairo|Grand Egyptian Museum D3 Cairo → Red Sea Hurghada D4 Red Sea → Luxor|Karnak Temple + Luxor Temple, Nile River felucca D5 Luxor hot air balloon|Dendera Temple, return to Red Sea D6 Full day of free activities at the Red Sea, beach vacation D7 Red Sea → Cairo|Islamic Old Town, Hanging Church D8 Cairo round trip to Alexandria|Library, Montaza Gardens, Citadel of Qaitbay D9 Fly from Cairo to Shenzhen D10 Disband in Shenzhen, return to respective cities 💡 Travel Tips ▪️ Departure on September 28 for National Day, avoiding peak crowds. ▪️ Two package options available to suit your needs. ▪️ Don’t forget sunscreen and a hat for Egypt; the sun is strong in the ancient sites. ✔️ This trip is ideal for: · First-time visitors to Egypt who don’t want to plan their own itinerary. · Those who want to combine historical sightseeing with a beach vacation. · Travelers looking to go abroad for National Day without too much hassle. · Fans of culture, history, photography, and island getaways. I truly recommend everyone to visit Egypt at least once in their lifetime. Not because it’s mysterious, but because when you see the pyramids, temples, and the Red Sea with your own eyes, you’ll suddenly realize: the world is vast and absolutely worth exploring. If you’re interested in going to Egypt, let me know your [number of travelers + duration], and I’ll send you the complete itinerary and pricing details! ✨
Egypt 9D8N Guide | Sharm El Sheikh Edition🤩
#bucketlistdestinations Finally made it to Egypt, the place I've been dreaming about forever! 🇪🇬 This was a 9-day, 8-night trip where I hit up Cairo → Sharm El Sheikh → Hurghada (just passing through) → Luxor. Got to see the pyramids, dive in the Red Sea, and ride a hot air balloon. Honestly, Egypt is totally worth the trip! Putting together a route you can just copy for your first time visiting 👇 DAY 1|Cairo Classic Check-in 📍Giza Pyramids → Sphinx → Egyptian National Museum → Khan el-Khalili Bazaar · Hit up the pyramids in the morning when the light's better and it's not so hot. For the Sphinx, don't just squeeze into the crowd at the front; the side angles are way better for photos 📸 · Keep an eye on the museum's closing time. The Mummy Hall is a must-see. Seeing artifacts from thousands of years ago right in front of you is honestly mind-blowing. · The Khan el-Khalili Bazaar has more of a local vibe in the evening. You can start bargaining at about a third of the asking price, but watch out for tourist traps. · We got a guide plus a private car for the whole trip, which was super stress-free. They picked us up and dropped us off, so we didn't waste any time on unnecessary detours. 🌊 DAY 2-4|Sharm El Sheikh Chill Time 📍Snorkeling + Sunbathing + Just Zoning Out We stayed at the Four Seasons Sharm El Sheikh, the biggest one in Africa. Seriously, it's the most beautiful hotel I've ever been to, hands down! You could literally just hang out at the hotel the whole time. The Red Sea is so blue it doesn't even look real. Your phone camera just can't capture how amazing it looks in person 😭 Even if you can't swim, you can still try snorkeling. The underwater coral and little fish are everywhere! Try not to pack your schedule too tight these days. The rest of the trip can be pretty exhausting, so having a few days to just chill is actually the best way to go. ✈️ DAY 5|Sharm → Hurghada → Luxor The flight from Sharm to Hurghada is about 1 hour, then it's another 4-hour private car ride to Luxor. If you've got the time, I'd suggest booking an evening flight so you can catch the desert sunset on the way 🌅 🎈 DAY 6|Luxor Highlight Day! 📍4 AM Hot Air Balloon → Valley of the Kings → Colossi of Memnon → Medinet Habu · The hot air balloon ride is seriously a once-in-a-lifetime experience! When the sun rises over the Nile, it's just unbelievably beautiful 😭 Make sure to book it ahead of time! The first flight of the day is the best! · If you're pressed for time, you can pick and choose which parts of the Valley of the Kings to see. The Colossi of Memnon is worth a quick look as you pass by. 🌅 DAY 7|Luxor → Cairo Luxor Temple → Karnak Temple → Sunset Felucca Spend the morning exploring more of Luxor, then head back to Cairo in the evening. Don't plan too much for this day. You'll be pretty tired from the early hot air balloon ride the day before, so taking some time to rest will make it way more comfortable. ✈️ DAY 8|Cairo → Beijing And that's a wrap on our 9-day, 8-night Egypt adventure! 💡Practical Tips 1️⃣ When you land at Cairo Airport, get a SIM card and exchange some Egyptian pounds first (definitely use a money changer! The SIM card line takes forever). 2️⃣ Pack some extra snacks. The food in Egypt isn't that great! 3️⃣ Try to buy your attraction tickets ahead of time through official channels to skip the lines. 4️⃣ There aren't flights from Sharm to Hurghada every day, so make sure to check before you book your trip. #Egypt #EgyptTravel #Cairo #Pyramids #SharmElSheikh #RedSea #Luxor #HotAirBalloon #ValleyOfTheKings #NileRiver #TravelEgypt #BucketList
Egypt hot air balloon vs Turkey hot air balloon, is it really worth it?
I actually struggled for a long time over whether to take a hot air balloon ride in Egypt, and the only reason was that I had already done it in Turkey. But after checking the prices, I stopped hesitating—hot air balloon rides in Luxor cost less than one-sixth of those in Cappadocia, Turkey. With that number in front of me, I just went for it without second thoughts. · The only thing to keep in mind is to choose the first flight to watch the sunrise. The first flight means departing before dawn, around 4:30 AM. A shuttle bus will be waiting at your hotel entrance. You board in the dark, half asleep, and head to the Nile River, then transfer to a small boat to cross to the launch site on the west bank. When you arrive, it’s still completely dark, but several huge balloons are already standing on the open ground. Staff are using burners to fill them with hot air, and the roaring flames sound especially loud in the early morning desert. · After the balloons stand upright, the pilot gives a brief safety briefing, then steps into the basket, signaling us to follow. The basket is small, with about 20 people squeezed inside, shoulder to shoulder. Then there’s a loud blast as the burner above us ignites, and the ground slowly starts to sink away. · The ascent is very smooth. Before takeoff, some older passengers worried about a roller coaster-like weightless feeling, but it actually feels more like being gently lifted by a hand. Below is early morning Luxor, with only a faint glow on the Nile in the distance. Then the sun rises on the east bank, gradually brightening the entire landscape. · The flight lasts about 30 minutes. The pilot occasionally adjusts the height and angle, sometimes rotating the basket so everyone can see different views. But overall it’s very quiet. Besides the intermittent roar of the burners, most of the time you just hear the wind. From high above, the Nile splits the land in two—the east bank is the city of the living, with temples and homes crowded together; the west bank is the world of the dead, with the entrances to the Valley of the Kings’ tombs like a row of open eyes set into the bare mountains. The ancient Egyptians separated life and death by a river, and only when floating in the air can you see both sides at once. · To be honest, just in terms of scenery, Luxor can’t quite compare to Cappadocia. Cappadocia’s landscape looks like an alien planet, and the hot air balloons floating above create an unreal, dreamlike feeling. Luxor’s backdrop is mainly the Valley of the Kings’ mountains and the Nile’s water, so the terrain is much more “normal,” lacking the impact of those unique formations. The scale of simultaneous takeoffs is also smaller. In peak season, over 100 balloons launch at once in Cappadocia, filling the sky with colorful balloons, and just watching the other balloons is worth the price. In Luxor, only a few dozen balloons take off at the same time, so the spectacle is less impressive. · But the question comes back to that number: one-sixth. Hot air balloon rides in Turkey often cost two or three hundred dollars, while in Luxor you can fly for just a few dozen dollars, including transfers, the river crossing, and a flight certificate upon landing. For this price, you can float above the pharaohs’ tombs to watch the sunrise, with the 4,000-year-old Nile beneath your feet. What else do you need? By the time you land, the sun is fully up, and the ground temperature starts to rise. The alternating hot and cold creates a surreal feeling. You’re back at the hotel by just after 8 AM, with the whole day ahead of you, completely unaffected.
A glimpse of a thousand-year-old Egypt in 10 days｜I personally explored these wonders
A glimpse of a thousand-year-old Egypt ⚡️ 10 days|I personally explored these wonders 5??? I spent 10 days from Cairo to Luxor along the Nile River 🌊 visiting these ancient sites ??♀️ ✨ Cairo pyramid area The Giza pyramids stand tall in the desert 🏜️ The Sphinx quietly watches over Recommended to come at 8 AM Fewer people and perfect for photos 📸 ✨ Egyptian Museum 180,000 artifacts and treasures Golden masks dazzle the eyes ?? It’s best to hire a guide Too many exhibits can be overwhelming ✨ Luxor temple Stunning by day and even more beautiful at night Recommended to visit both morning and evening The light show is magical ✨ ✨ Abu Simbel temple Worth leaving at 3 AM Sunrise is breathtaking ?? Remember to bring enough water and sunscreen Although you may encounter some “friendly” local tricks on the way It’s just poverty causing it Nothing more than small survival tactics I was a bit tired at the time But looking through the photos at home Instantly healed me ❤️ These ancient wonders are worth it!
What people are saying about Luxor
Valley of the Kings
Valley of the Kings is a must see in Egypt. The burial place of a ton of historical figures including King Tut. Give yourself plenty of time when going though because it takes a long time to see everything.
GullyLuxor Temple
Luxor Temple 🏛️ – The Living Legacy of Ancient Thebes is a mesmerizing testament to Egypt’s rich history. ✨ Located in the heart of Luxor, this temple was a center of religious and political life for millennia. Its grand pylons, towering statues, and intricately carved walls tell stories of pharaohs, gods, and ancient ceremonies. 🌞 Visiting at sunrise or sunset enhances the magic, as the temple glows in golden light. 🌟 Walking through its majestic halls, you can feel the spirit of Thebes come alive. Luxor Temple is not just a site—it’s an unforgettable journey into the grandeur of ancient Egypt. 🏺
Sadman AayanKarnak
Karnak Temple, located on the east bank of the Solo River in Luxor, Egypt, is the world's largest ancient temple complex, dedicated to the sun god Amun-Ra. The most spectacular part is the Great Hypostyle Hall, with its 134 massive sandstone columns. Standing beneath them is a truly awe-inspiring experience, as if stepping back in time. To explore, simply follow the central axis. Inside, there's also the Scarab Stele; it's said that turning it seven times clockwise brings good luck. The Hatshepsut Obelisk is the tallest surviving obelisk in Egypt. The Avenue of the Rams leads directly to Luxor Temple. Karnak Temple is undoubtedly one of the must-see attractions for any traveler to Egypt.
朱朱HelloNile
At that time, on the way from Luxor to Hurghada, I began to miss the Nile River infinitely. Every time I saw the river, I couldn't help but marvel in my heart. It was just a natural scenery, but it had an unreal beauty, flat and vast. I always lived in southern China and always thought that rivers came from valleys, magnificent or winding, with mountains on both sides, but the Nile River was still flat on both sides. I think there would be no Egypt without the Nile River. In such a hot and dry place that is not suitable for living, it should be this river that can pass through thousands of years without changing and keep people. Now, I have been away from Egypt for more than ten days. The most frequent flash in my memory is still the Nile River. Its beauty seems to allow anything to happen. I suddenly understand Agatha very much. If you face such a miracle every day, it is not surprising that you can write any story. Finally, I actually want to say that the Old Falls Hotel is worth staying (if the budget allows, but the afternoon tea is very bad, so be careful.
86338633Colossi of Memnon
There are several statues of kings, all sitting, with their bodies made of huge stones. Their faces are broken and even a little sunken, which makes them look a bit funny. They are quietly placed on the lawn and are free to visit.
fooler0809Ancient Thebes with its Necropolis
The epitaphs on the tombstones of the ancient tombs here generally have a sentence, which translates into Chinese as "The cattle, sheep and crops that the Pharaoh entrusted us to manage are all growing well, and we have not deducted the slightest bit from the tributes we paid to the Pharaoh." Historians believe that it is this description of "there is no silver here" that reflects the Pharaoh's lack of control over the local area at that time.
还不曾去过倒悬山！Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut
It is located in the valley, just below the cliff, and is very impressive. There is still a short distance after entering the scenic area. You can take the scenic area's small car to the bottom of the long road. This is a building that has entered the architecture textbook.
fooler0809Medinet Habu
It's often said that you haven't truly been to Egypt if you haven't been to Luxor; similarly, you haven't truly been to Luxor if you haven't visited the Temple of Habu. Medinet Habu was an important temple complex located on the southern tip of the western bank of the Thebes during the late New Kingdom period of ancient Egypt. Its main structure was the mortuary temple of Pharaoh Ramses III of the Twentieth Dynasty, representing the last major construction project of his reign. It is relatively well-preserved, with intact statues and exquisite murals. During the Coptic era, this complex developed into a sizable city, serving as the religious and economic center of Thebes for a long time. The buildings incorporated temples, palaces, and other functions. The exterior reliefs depict scenes of Ramses III's campaigns. The city was later destroyed by a plague in the 9th century.
D了个YLuxor Museum
The Luxor Museum is a history museum located in Luxor, Egypt. Opened in 1975, it sits on the east bank of the Nile, between the Luxor Temple and the Karnak Temple. The main building is a modern structure with two-story galleries. Its collection primarily consists of artifacts from the New Kingdom period (c. 1550-1069 BC), encompassing sculptures, pottery, and jewelry. Key exhibits include the model of Tutankhamun's bier and sacred boat, and a black granite bust of Amenhotep III. The stone relief of Thutmose III and the wooden statue of Tutankhamun are considered the museum's most prized possessions.
水漫三楼Sindbad Hot Air Balloons
Islam service very good!
ShinshinmeiDestinations near Luxor
