Eye of Horus Tours, Guides and Tours, Luxor, Egypt Sight-Seeing Tours

Ramses

Enjoy the ease of a tour, with the freedom of independent travel.
Our tours are perfect for travellers with an idependent spirit, backpackers, and families or groups that want flexibility.

You will have the comfort of airport transfers, in country travel, guided tours, and hotels, but without the tour bus, tour group and locked-in itinerary. Tour can start anyday, and you will have private tours to sites or join in small day tours when there are other groups. (all private tours on request)
We offer many other packages, please inquire for additional package offerings.

4 day tour: Cairo and Luxor by Train - Egypt Quick Trip
Budget tour: US$350
3* tour: US$400
4 & 5* starting at US$450
Add US$100 to upgrade any tour to sleeper car on the train
All price based on double occupancy

Day 1: You will be met at Cairo airport and transfer to your selected hotel. You will have the remainder of day at leisure.
Overnight Cairo.
Day 2: After breakfast, your tour in Egypt begins with a visit to the Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx. Your Giza tour includes a short camel ride. You will continue on to visit the stepped pyramid of Dzoser at Saqqara, the oldest stone structure in the world. You will complete your tour with a visit to the former capital at Memphis.
Overnight train to Luxor.
Day 3: You will be met in Luxor and your tour begins with the West Bank including the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple and the Colossi of Memnon. In the afternoon you will visit the East Bank, including Karnak Temple, and Luxor Temple.
Overnight train to Cairo.
Day 4: Arrival to Cairo, where you will visit the Egyptian Museum, Citadel, Mohamed Ali Mosque and Khan El Khalili Market, the oldest market in Egypt
You will then be transferred to Cairo airport for your flight back home.

INCLUDES:
* Meet, assist and escort during your trip to Egypt.
* All Taxes & Services Charges.
* Accommodations:
- 1 night hotel in Cairo
- 2 nights on First class seated train.
* All Sightseeing with Transportation and English speaking Egyptologist covering:
Cairo: Pyramids of Giza, The Sphinx, Saqqara, Memphis, Egyptian Museum, Citadel, Khan El Khalili
Luxor: West Bank-Valley of Kings, Hatshepsut Temple and Colossi of Memnon, East Bank-Luxor Temple and Karnak Temple
EXCLUDES: entry visas, tips and gratuities, entrance fees of the sight seeing, any items not mentioned above

Please note:
A deposit is required for booking, at this time we can only receive deposits from Western Union or by bank transfer.
Remainder of payment can be made in USD, GBP, Euros or LE on your arrival and prior to tour departure.
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8 days: Cairo, Luxor, Aswan & Abu Simbel includes 3 Night Nile Cruise
Budget tour: US$550
3* tour: US$600
4 & 5* starting at US$700
Add US$100 to upgrade any tour to sleeper car on the train
All price based on double occupancy

Day 1:
You will be met at Cairo airport and transfer to your selected hotel. You will have the remainder of day at leisure.
Overnight Cairo.
Day 2:
After breakfast, your tour in Egypt begins with a visit to the Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx. Your Giza tour includes a short camel ride. You will continue on to visit the stepped pyramid of Dzoser at Saqqara, the oldest stone structure in the world. You will complete your tour with a visit to the former capital at Memphis.
Overnight train to Aswan.
Day 3:
Arrival in Aswan and transfer to your Nile cruise ship, you will begin with a visit to the High Dam, followed by a tour to Philae Island to the temple of Isis.
Overnight onboard.
Day 4:
Your cruise ship will prepare a breakfast box to take with you on your early morning departure to the magnificent temples of Ramses II and Nefertari at Abu Simbel. In the afternoon you will set sail to Kom Ombo.
Overnight onboard.
Day 5:
After breakfast, you will tour the temple of Kom Ombo, dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek. You will then sail to Edfu to visit the best preserved temple in Egypt dedicated to the god Horus.
Overnight onboard.
Day 6:
You will be met in Luxor and your tour begins with the West Bank including the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple and the Colossi of Memnon. In the afternoon you will visit the East Bank, including Karnak Temple, and Luxor Temple.
Overnight train to Cairo.
Day 7:
Arrival to Cairo, transfer to hotel. In the afternoon you will visit the Egyptian Museum, Citadel, Mohamed Ali Mosque and Khan El Khalili Market, the oldest market in Egypt.
Overnight Cairo.
Day 8:
Breakfast at your hotel, and the rest of the day is free to explore on your own. You will then be transferred to Cairo airport for your flight back home.

Includes:
- Meet, assist and escort during your trip to Egypt.
- All Taxes & Services Charges.
- Hotel Accommodations, including breakfast:
2 nights hotel in Cairo
- Other accommodations:
3 nights on cruise ship, full board
2 nights on First class seated train.
- All Sightseeing with Transportation and English speaking Egyptologist covering:
Cairo: Pyramids of Giza, The Sphinx, Saqqara, Memphis, Egyptian Museum, Citadel, Khan El Khalili
Kom Ombo: Unguided - Temple of Kom Ombo.
Edfu: Unguided - Temple of Edfu.
Aswan: High Dam and Philae Temple
Abu Simbel: Unguided - Temple of Ramses and Nefertari
Luxor: West Bank-Valley of Kings, Hatshepsut Temple and Colossi of Memnon
East Bank-Luxor Temple and Karnak Temple
Excludes entry visas, tips and gratuities, entrance fees of the sight seeing, any items not mentioned above
Please note:
A deposit is required for booking, at this time we can only receive deposits from Western Union or by bank transfer.
Remainder of payment can be made in USD, GBP, Euros or LE on your arrival and prior to tour departure.
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Day tours and short trips, from Luxor from US$10

Based on double occupancy

East Bank tour: Karnak & Luxor Temples (1/2 Day) Karnak Temple is the largest temple complex in the world. Your guide will be happy to let you enjoy this tour at your own pace. It is also possible to visit the Luxor Museum with the same guide. $15 Per person
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Karnak Light & Sound: The trip takes place in the evening and you have a choice of travelling to Karnak by taxi or caleche (a horse drawn carriage). The whole temple and grounds are bathed in light whilst listening to the story of the temple. $10 per person
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The West Bank: Tour I: Visit the Valley of the Kings. Visit three tombs, Queen Hatshepsut's Temple and the Colossi of Memnon. On your tour you will be collected from your hotel or apartment by an air-conditioned mini bus and you have your own Egyptologist guide. You can take your time with your tour and enjoy the amazing historical sites. It is also possible to visit the tomb of King Tutankhamen on this visit. $30 per person
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The West Bank: Tour II Ramesseum, Medinet Habu, and either Deir el Medina or The Valley of the Queens. This private tour compliments the West Bank: Tour I and includes a visit to Gurna village where you can see hand made items. Take your time and enjoy the delightful tombs. $30 per person
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Dendara & Abydos (full day) Begin the day with a visit to Abydos. The paintings of the Gods and Pharaohs on the walls of the Osiris Temple at Abydos are among the most beautifully preserved in Egypt. Then continue to Dendara to visit the Temple of Hathor. $55 per person
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Dendara Temple (1/2 Day) This temple is about 1 hour north of Luxor and this makes for a quieter visit. Your Air-conditioned minibus and a guide will collect you from your hotel or apartment. You then join the convoy to Dendara and make the journey north. This is a special temple surrounded by the desert it also has wonderful ceiling paintings. $35 per person
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Edfu Temple, Kom Ombo, Aswan Dam & Philae Temple (1 Day) In your own private air-conditioned minibus you will travel out by convoy, and return by first class train at 6pm. Your guide will take you to visit Edfu then Kom Ombo temples. You will then visit the High Dam in Aswan and the Island Temple of Philae. You will then board your train and return to Luxor at 9:30pm. Your Egyptologist guide will stay with you the whole time. $80 per person
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Abu Simbel, Edfu Temple, Kom Ombo, Aswan Dam & Philae Temple (2 Days) After collection from your hotel or apartment in your own private air-conditioned mini bus you will join the convoy out to Edfu and Kom Ombo temples. Then you visit Philae with an option to see the Unfinished Obelix. There is an overnight stay in a 3-star hotel before you journey by minibus to Abu Simbal. You return to Aswan and have a light lunch before the return by convoy to Luxor arriving back at 6pm $150 per person
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Abu Simbel Travel in convoy from Aswan on A/C minibus to see the magnificent temples of Abu Simbel. Your guide will begin to explain the history of the site. As one of the few ancient Egyptian sites which largely escaped destruction and damage by past invaders of the country, the interior of both temples at Abu Simbel is astounding. The attraction of the temples is further enhanced by their scenic location on the edge of Lake Nasser. After visiting the temples there may be time for a short visit to the small visitor's center which documents the UNESCO relocation project, before returning to the minibus for the drive back to Aswan. The drive is approximately 3 hours each way. $60 per person
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Cairo By Plane (1 day) This is an exciting and hectic city and your guide will show you the Pyramids, Sphinx and Cairo Museum. Air Conditioned minibus and lunch included. $300 per person
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Cairo By Train (2 Days) Pyramids, Sphinx and Cairo Museum. Air Conditioned minibus, guide and lunch included. Overnight train leaves Luxor at 11.25pm. $170 per person
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Hot Air Balloon Flight: at Dawn You will be collected from your hotel or apartment and cross the Nile by motorboat. There is a safety talk over a light breakfast of coffee & cake. You will fly from Queen Hatshepsut’s temple over the West Bank. After the flight there is a small celebration and you are presented with a certificate of the flight and a T shirt. All transport and insurance is provided. We use the same balloon company as the leading UK travel agents in Luxor. $80 per person
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Felucca Sailing: Picnic (1/2 Day) Visit Banana Island and then have a picnic on a sandbank in the middle of the Nile. You glide quietly along the Nile with a chance to see local life as you pass by. $25 per person

Felucca Sailing: Sunset (2 Hour) In your own private felucca you can enjoy the peace and quiet of sailing on the Nile and see the glorious sunset. $15 per person
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Camel Riding (2 Hours) Ride by the Nile and through local villages for a sight of local life. $20 per person
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Horse Riding (3 hours) Firstly you cross the Nile and then a local car will take you from the boat to the stables. You can choose to ride in the desert or by the Nile. $20 per person
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Pricing Policies:
 All of our tours can be customized to fit your time, budget, and interests.
 All prices are in US Dollars, and based on double occupancy. For currency conversion, click here.
 All day trips leave in small groups, private tours are also available, please ask.
 All tours are accompanied by a professional tour guide, and are by A/C transport.
 Additional accommodation nights can be arranged upon request.
 Trains may be upgraded to sleeper with additional fee.
 Hotels can be upgraded to 4* or 5* with additional fee.
 Discounts may be available for large groups, or booking of multiple tours, please ask.
 Discounts may apply for children under 13, depending on the tour.
 A deposit may be required for some tours, at this time Western Union or bank transfer are the only ethods available to send deposits

Entrance fees are not included in the price of any tours:

We do not charge in advance for site entrance fees to add flexibility to your program as you may choose to skip one or more sites depending upon your interests.
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Nile Cruises from US$220

Based on double occupancy

A cruise down the Nile in Style!

We can book in over 300 ships which means we can find a cruise to fit any scedule or itinerary. We use only 4 and 5 star cruises.
Our cruises include guided tours to the temple of Philae and the High Dam in Aswan and Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, Colossi of Memnon, Luxor Temple and Karnak Temples in Luxor. You will also enjoy undguided visits to Kom Ombo and Edfu en route.
3, 5 and 7 night tours also available, please inquire for pricing.

3 days/2 nights Nile Cruise

Day 1:
Arrival in Aswan and transfer to your Nile cruise ship, you will begin with a visit to the High Dam, followed by a tour to Philae Island to the temple of Isis. Sail to Kom Ombo.
Overnight onboard.

Day 2:
After breakfast, you will tour the temple of Kom Ombo, dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek. You will then sail to Edfu to visit the best preserved temple in Egypt dedicated to the god Horus.
Overnight onboard.

Day 3:
You will be met in Luxor and your tour begins with the West Bank including the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple and the Colossi of Memnon. In the afternoon you will visit the East Bank, including Karnak Temple, and Luxor Temple.

Includes:
- Meet, assist and escort during your trip to Egypt.
- All Taxes & Services Charges.
- Accommodations 2 nights Nile cruise full board.
- All Sightseeing with Transportation and English speaking Egyptologist covering:
Aswan ��' High Dam & Philae Temple
Kom Ombo ��' Unguided-Temple of Kom Ombo
Edfu ��'Unguided-Temple of Edfu
Luxor - Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, Colossi of Memnon, Luxor Temple & Karnak Temples

Excludes: Entry visas, Tips and gratuities, entrance fees to the sites, and any items not mentioned above.

Please note:
A deposit is required for booking, at this time we can only receive deposits from Western Union or by bank transfer.
Remainder of payment can be made in USD, GBP, Euros or LE on your arrival and prior to tour departure.

Luxor Market

We are happy to help you plan a tour to match your interests and budget.

Valley of the Kings

There are discounts for children.