A land of legends and the birthplace of a fascinating civilisation, Egypt harbours a thousand-year-old history, ancient remains and an exceptional cultural heritage that absolutely must be explored! The country also boasts a spectacular coastline and year-round sunshine. Its endless beaches and sensational seabed make it a prime destination for diving and offer the best conditions to learn water sports or simply enjoy some time with family or friends in a magical, exotic setting.
Located on the right bank of the Nile, approximately 700 km south of Cairo, Luxor is home to some of the world's most famous monuments. The ruins of the ancient city of Thebes, such as the Temple of Amun, Karnak and the Valley of the Kings, have been listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites since 1979. The city, which was once the ancient capital of Pharaonic Egypt, is a must for history lovers, who can soak up the city's past whilst also enjoying its beautiful hotels.
Luxor combines a highly developed contemporary infrastructure with a strong cultural dimension. Ancient Thebes alone contains some of the most astonishing remains of Egyptian civilisation, including the Valley of the Kings and a number of surprisingly well-preserved temples.
- During Ramadan, the Muslim fasting period, some restaurants and bars in the hotels may remain closed and the entertainment program may be limited.
- Proper attire is required in all the hotels, especially for dinner (long trousers for gentlemen).
We would like to draw your attention to the security measures for travelers to Egypt.
- We advise our customers to use hard-sided luggage with built-in padlocks, or that allows padlocks or seals to be affixed without leaving a gap of more than 1 cm, to prevent the intrusion of any illicit object. If a customer is carrying baggage that does not allow for full security by sealing, the passenger will be required to have their hold baggage laminated prior to check-in in Egypt at their own expense.
- In order to ensure the proper implementation of these measures, we ask our customers to comply with the instructions received from the staff in charge upon departure from Egypt. Any refusal to cooperate with our local partners may result in luggage not being transported.