Walking Tours to discover Luxor

Evan Kingsley wrote on 9/24/2023. Last updated: 11/24/2024

Short Walk: Luxor Temple and Museum Tour

This short yet stirring dose of local culture starts right at the grandeur of Luxor Temple. Unwind in its ancient aura, watching the sun cast mystical shadows over centuries-old hieroglyphics. A mere 0.6 km (0.4 miles) away, you'll find the Luxor Museum, hosting an eclectic collection that whispers tales of Egypt's golden past. Walking this route totaling 1.2 km (0.8 miles) back and forth can be done comfortably in just over an hour, allowing ample time to rummage through relics and still be back in time for tea!

Medium Walk: Luxor Market and Karnak Temple Adventure

Put on your explorer hat for this 3.6 km (2.2 miles) circuit, starting at the bustling Luxor Market. Come, savor the authentic flavors and fragrances, barter for that one-off souvenir, and absorb the local beat. Follow this with a 2.2 km (1.4 miles) walk to the mesmerizing Karnak Temple Complex. This sprawling testament to human ingenuity holds claim to being the second largest religious site in the world! Round off this 3-hour walk with a content heart and a photobook full of memories.

Long Walk: The Valley of Kings Exploration

Here's an all-day adventure beckoning the tireless rover in you. A scenic ferry ride across the Nile brings you right to the edge of history - the Valley of the Kings. This 9 km (5.6 miles) route is a blend of leisure and terrain, guiding you through the resting place of legendary pharaohs and the inspiring Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut. It's a day well spent, traversing 6 to 7 hours, through the moonscape of Luxor's West Bank - a story etched in every stain and every stone. Now, how's that for a walk to remember!


Evan Kingsley

Evan Kingsley

Hey, I’m Evan! Even though I’ve been bitten by a piranha, left stranded in the Sahara when my camel ditched me, and even spent a night in a Bhutanese jail over a supposedly stolen fruit (I swear I didn’t take it!), I still love traveling so much I don’t think I’ll ever stop. With over 130 countries under my belt, I’m always on the lookout for the next wild adventure… hopefully with fewer bites, camel betrayals, and misunderstandings over fruit!

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