Destination introduction
Often dubbed ‘the world's greatest open air museum’, Luxor's greatest exhibits are the ruins of the Karnak and Luxor temple complexes. On the opposite banks of the Nile lie monuments, temples and tombs. The West Bank's attractions include the Valleys of the Kings and Queens.
Luxor is a great base for touring Upper Egypt - stay here before or after a Nile cruise and absorb the area's staggering history.
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Holidays to Luxor highlights
• The extraordinary, monumental temples of the East Bank, particularly Luxor Temple and Karnak, a breathtaking architectural achievement to rival the Pyramids in scale and ambition.
• The royal necropolis of the West Bank, including the Tomb of Tutankhamun and the Tomb of Nefertari, still as vibrantly colourful as it was when painted over 3000 years ago.
• The peaceful Ramesseum, where the colossal broken statues inspired Shelley's splendid poem Ozymandias.
• The tiny, superb and air-conditioned Luxor Museum, with interesting and well-chosen displays of finds.
• Afternoon tea at the grand deluxe Winter Palace Hotel, for that Agatha Christie touch.
Luxor Honeymoons
All of our Luxor hotels make for fabulous honeymoon settings, but we have specially labelled a few of our favourite, most romantic retreats that we think make the most perfect settings for your dream honeymoon in Egypt.
Egypt tailor made
With some of the biggest attractions in Egypt, Luxor is a must-see destination but after all the excitement of its tombs, valleys and temples, a short stay at a one of the Red Sea resorts is the perfect way to unwind. You can tailor make your holidays to add anything from a stay in Sharm el Sheikh to a cruise down the Nile.
• See our extensive suggestion of Egypt multi-centre holidays for further tailor made holiday ideas.
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• We have Personal Travel Experts who are on hand to answer any questions you may have, guide you through your options and prepare a detailed holiday quotation. Please call 01306 747002 or submit an online quote request.
Luxor Facts
If you would like some more information regarding holiday ideas see our information and facts regarding Luxor.
Sports
• All our Luxor hotels have swimming pools and some have other facilities like tennis and squash courts.
• Keen golfers can tee off on the nearby 18-hole Royal Valley Golf Course.
Shopping
Luxor’s back streets are home to colourful bazaars, where you can haggle over local goods including clay pots and alabaster.
Excursions
Sound & Light Show
This is the highlight of a trip to Luxor – held at Karnak Temple, it easily rivals the one at the Great Pyramids of Giza. There are two performances a night in English, French, German or Arabic.
Hot-air balloon ride
Discover Luxor from the air as you admire its many landmarks from a unique bird’s-eye view.