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Home/Destinations/Luxor/Luxor in 2 days
2 days · Luxor itinerary

Luxor in 2 Days: The Ideal Itinerary

Two days in Luxor lets you take in both banks of the Nile at a relaxed pace, with a balloon ride and a felucca sail. This 2-day Luxor itinerary covers the West Bank tombs and the East Bank temples — with the top-rated tours to book.

At a glance

  1. 1Day 1: West Bank & balloon
  2. 2Day 2: Karnak & Luxor Temple
  3. 3Sunset felucca sail
  4. 4Optional Dendera day trip

Day 1: the West Bank

Begin with a dawn balloon ride, then explore the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon.

Day 2: the East Bank

Visit the vast Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple, finishing with a relaxing sunset felucca sail on the Nile.

Optional: a Dendera day trip

With more time, add a day trip north to the wonderfully preserved and colourful Temple of Hathor at Dendera.

Book the experiences in this itinerary

Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in Luxor — prices per person.

Luxor Half day Valley Of The King and Hatshepsut and Memnon
Luxor
Luxor Half day Valley Of The King and Hatshepsut and Memnon
5.0(75)·5 hours
from$15/ person
via Viator
Hot Air balloon Trip in Luxor
Luxor
Hot Air balloon Trip in Luxor
5.0(27)·1–3 hours
from$120/ person
via Viator
Karnak And Luxor Temples Private Tour
Luxor
Karnak And Luxor Temples Private Tour
5.0(78)·4–5 hours
from$61/ person
via Viator
Private Sunrise or Sunset Felucca Ride on the Nile in Luxor
Luxor
Private Sunrise or Sunset Felucca Ride on the Nile in Luxor
5.0(23)·2 hours
from$29/ person
via Viator
Luxor Tour to Valley of Kings, Hatshepsut and Memnon
Luxor
Luxor Tour to Valley of Kings, Hatshepsut and Memnon
5.0(55)·4–5 hours
from$75/ person
via Viator
Hot Air Balloon Ride and East Bank in Luxor
Luxor
Hot Air Balloon Ride and East Bank in Luxor
5.0(18)·5 hours
from$108/ person
via Viator
Luxor Temples and Karnak Tour
Luxor
Luxor Temples and Karnak Tour
5.0(49)·5 hours
from$70/ person
via Viator
Sunset Felucca Cruise on the Nile in Luxor
Luxor
Sunset Felucca Cruise on the Nile in Luxor
5.0(20)·2 hours
from$22/ person
via Viator

Luxor in 2 days — FAQ

Is 2 days enough for Luxor?
Two days is ideal — one for the West Bank tombs and a balloon ride, and one for the East Bank temples and a felucca sail, with the option of a Dendera day trip.
What should I not miss in 2 days in Luxor?
The Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatshepsut, Karnak and Luxor Temple, a sunrise balloon ride and a sunset felucca sail.
Is a balloon ride worth it on a 2-day Luxor trip?
Absolutely — a dawn flight over the West Bank monuments is a highlight of Luxor and easy to fit into the first morning.

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