Two Day Trip to Luxor from Safaga port – SPSE003
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Calling all history buffs, sun-kissed explorers, and thrill seekers with a Nile-sized thirst for adventure! Are you yearning to unravel the mysteries of ancient Egypt but short on time? Fear not, intrepid traveler, for I bring you the antidote to your temple-trotting woes: a whirlwind two-day trip from Safaga port to Luxor, the City of a Hundred Gates!
Imagine this: you trade the gentle lapping of the Red Sea for the whispers of pharaohs, swapping coral reefs for hieroglyph-laden tombs. In just 48 action-packed hours, you'll be face-to-face with Luxor's awe-inspiring temples, navigating the Valley of the Kings like a modern-day Indiana Jones, and soaking up the sun as you cruise down the mighty Nile. But wait, there's more! This immersive journey isn't just about ticking landmarks off a list. It's about unlocking the secrets that lie beneath the sand, deciphering the stories etched in stone, and feeling the pulse of a civilization that continues to captivate even millennia later.
Intrigued? I bet you are! But hold your horses (or should I say camels?) because this whirlwind adventure comes with a twist. Luxor's treasures are vast, and two days might seem like a mere drop in the Nile compared to its majestic history. So, the challenge lies in optimizing your time, maximizing your experiences, and packing in enough ancient wisdom to leave you breathless - all without feeling like you're on a history-themed rollercoaster.
Don't worry, my fellow explorer, for this is where I come in. This article is your personal map to unraveling Luxor's magic in 48 hours. We'll strategize, prioritize, and sprinkle in some insider tips to ensure your trip is as enriching as it is exhilarating. So, dust off your fedora, grab your metaphorical magnifying glass, and let's embark on a journey through time, where every corner whispers tales of emperors, gods, and a civilization that will leave you spellbound!
Ready to unlock the secrets of Luxor in just two days? Buckle up, history awaits!
Why You'll Love This Trip
What's Included
Included
- All transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicle.
- Pick up services from Safaga Port & return.
- Private English-speaking Egyptologist guide.
- Entrance fees to all the mentioned sites.
- Accommodation for a night at 5* Hotel in Luxor.
- Lunch meals at local restaurant
- Bottled water during your trip.
- Shopping tours in Luxor
- All taxes & service charge.
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- Any extras not mentioned in the itinerary
- Tipping
Itinerary
Love Egypt Tours Representative will pick you up from Safaga Port by the cruise exit door. After that you will be transferred by a modern air-conditioned vehicle to Luxor, approximately 3 hours far from Safaga. Then continue to the famous Karnak Temples the largest place of worship ever built and the greatest example of worship in history. It was constructed from the beginning of the Middle Kingdom to the Greco Roman Kingdom. Within the complex, the great "Hypostyle Hall" is an incredible forest of giant pillars. Continue your tour with a drive to Luxor Temple, originally built during the reign of Amenophis III over 5,000 years ago. Also you will witness some of the best preserved art work in Egypt. Optional tour, enjoying the spectacular Sound and Light Show at Karnak Temples & overnight in Luxor.
Day 02: Luxor West Bank & Optional tour: Hot Air Balloon Over West Bank of Luxor
After breakfast in a hotel, you will be transferred into the West Bank of the River Nile to visit the two colossal statues of Amenhotep III ( Colossi of Memnon ), and then visit the Valley of the Kings, where the magnificent tombs were discovered. Those tombs were carved deep into the desert rock, richly decorated and filled with treasures for the afterlife of the pharaohs, you will visit 3 tombs. Continue the tour to visit the Hatshepsut Temple at El Deir El Bahary, this impressive temple dedicated to the Queen Hatshepsut, the only female pharaoh rises out of the desert plain in a series of terraces and merges with the sheer limestone cliffs that surround it. After that return to your hotel for a quick check-out and lunch before making the return journey to Safaga and the ship.
Prices
Single | $ 708 |
2 Persons | $ 455 |
3 Persons | $ 370 |
4 Persons | $ 328 |
5 Persons | $ 303 |
6 Persons | $ 286 |