This was the location of ancient Thebes; it’s considered the great city of the New Kingdom and Middle Kingdom pharaohs.

The ancient Egyptian Who decorated the Nile banks with their enormous building works, and began the vast tomb structures snugly hidden In the Center of the rocky valley of the West Bank.

The ambition and the hard work of the ancient Egyptian are very appreciated nowadays in the magnificent Karnak Temple complex,

However, there are so many amazing landmarks in Luxor that you will need at less a week for soaking up the grandeur and elegance.

Luxor is mainly an open-air museum, and it’s the best place in Egypt to stop for couple of days and just lose yourself in the beautiful wonders of the ancient world.

Plan your tour with our list of the top tourist attractions in and around Luxor.

So what should you see and do in Luxor?

Temples of Karnak:

 this could be the highlight of your visit to Luxor.

The huge size of the architecture of Karnak temple will definitely impress you and that alone is worth a visit.

The long rows of sphinxes will guide you to this temple entrance, a worthy introduction to a great sight.

TIP: you should go early (before 10am) or late (after 4pm) to avoid and the midday heat and the crowded of tour buses.

A lot of tourists believe that the real beauty of this masterpiece lies in its site –  it’s located in the middle of the city, sitting on the  Nile banks. Very special location.

Valley of the Kings including Tutankhamun’s tomb

This is indeed the most impressive cemetery in the world.

A valley full of 60 different decadent, Complex tombs for a host of kings from the Egyptian dynasties.

The ticket allows you to go to 3 tombs (Ramses 3, 4 and 9 tombs  are the most impressive).

In spite of the fact that all the hieroglyphics inside the tombs are behind Perspex glass but with some imagination you can imagine the hundreds of skilled people drafted in to design these things before centuries ago and your sense of wonder will be restored.

NOTE that Tutankhamun’s tomb is much understated, small and underwhelming but it’s very stunning and definitely deserve a visit.

Valley of the Queens:

Worth a peek, just don’t bank on being blown away.

Hot-air balloon ride:

A hot-air balloon ride is a special experience from all other activities of flight as there is no sensation of motion.

By Flying up to 1500 feet above the world’s biggest air museum, you will feel tranquility and peace.

The earth gradually rotates and descends below you.

Within minutes after soaring off you become at ease while you effortlessly drift over the spectacular, and treetops Luxor landscape.

It’s just like a dream to float gently over the countryside in complete harmony with your surroundings.

Colossi of Memnon:

A distinct rarity in Egypt! You’ll notice these 2 huge beautiful Colossi on your way to your hot-air balloon ride and what a greeting they give.

They are 20 meters tall, these 2 statues give you more than 2000 tonnes of a welcome, sitting regally all day watching the endless hot air balloon flights of tourists. Awesome backdrop.

Check out our trips in Luxor:

Farida : 3 Nights Cruises

Over Day From Hurghada