Unlocking Luxor: What You’ll Pay To See Egypt’s Greatest Treasures

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Luxor Attractions Guide & Prices (Approximate - Subject to Change!)
💡 Important Notes on Pricing:

Prices are in Egyptian Pounds (EGP) and US Dollars (USD - Approx Equivalents).

Foreigner Prices Listed: Egyptian/Arab visitors pay significantly less.

Tickets Sold ONLY in EGP: Bring cash (ATMs available near major sites).

Extra Tomb Fees: Apply in Valley of the Kings (Seti I, Ramses V/VI, Tutankhamun), Nefertari (QV66).

Photography Tickets: Required for non-phone cameras inside tombs/museums (often 300 EGP).

ALWAYS CHECK OFFICIAL SOURCES: Ministry of Tourism & Antiquities website or ticket offices for latest prices. Prices can change suddenly.

East Bank Attractions
Karnak Temple Complex:

Foreigner: 300 EGP (~$10 USD)

Survival Tip: VAST & exposed. Go at OPENING (6 AM). Hat, water, umbrella essential.

Luxor Temple:

Foreigner: 260 EGP (~$8.50 USD)

Survival Tip: Best visited late afternoon/sunset for cooler temps & stunning lighting. Open evenings.

Luxor Museum:

Foreigner: 200 EGP (~$6.50 USD)

Survival Tip: Air-conditioned refuge! Perfect midday escape.

Mummification Museum:

Foreigner: 150 EGP (~$5 USD)

Survival Tip: Small, fascinating, AC relief. Combine with Corniche walk.

West Bank Attractions
Valley of the Kings (General Ticket - Covers 3 Standard Tombs):

Foreigner: 400 EGP (~$13 USD)

Extra Tomb Tickets:

Tutankhamun (KV62): 400 EGP (~$13 USD)

Seti I (KV17): 1400 EGP (~$45 USD) - Often closed, check!

Ramses V/VI (KV9): 120 EGP (~$4 USD)

Survival Tip: Hottest, driest, most exposed site. MUST start at 6 AM. Minimal shade. Electrolytes crucial.

Hatshepsut's Temple (Deir el-Bahari):

Foreigner: 240 EGP (~$8 USD)

Survival Tip: Open amphitheater = heat trap. Climb early. Sunscreen neck/ears.

Medinet Habu (Ramses III Temple):

Foreigner: 200 EGP (~$6.50 USD)

Survival Tip: Often less crowded. Great colossal statues & reliefs. Some shaded areas.

Valley of the Queens (Covers 3 Standard Tombs):

Foreigner: 180 EGP (~$6 USD)

Extra Tomb: Nefertari (QV66): 1400 EGP (~$45 USD) - Worth it for preservation.

Survival Tip: Similar heat to VoK. Go early. Nefertari tomb has strict time limits.

Ramesseum (Memorial Temple of Ramses II):

Foreigner: 150 EGP (~$5 USD)

Survival Tip: Large, atmospheric, usually quiet. Fallen colossus is iconic.

Deir el-Medina (Workmen's Village):

Foreigner: 150 EGP (~$5 USD) (Includes village & some tombs)

Survival Tip: Fascinating social history. Tombs here have vivid daily life scenes.

Tombs of the Nobles:

Various Groups: (e.g., Sennofer, Rekhmire, Ramose) ~80-120 EGP (~$2.50-$4 USD) per group ticket (covers multiple tombs).

Survival Tip: Often overlooked gems. Can be combined. Some require climbing.

Other
Hot Air Balloon Ride:

Approx: $50-$100 USD (Highly variable - book reputable companies! Safety first).

Survival Tip: DEPARTURE ~4:00-4:30 AM! Layer clothing (cold pre-dawn, hot after landing). Magical sunrise views.