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Luxor

Valley of the Kings, ancient temples, and Nile cruises

Best time: Oct-Apr · Typical stay: 3–7 days

Monthly overview

Each month classified using local weather, crowds, and prices.

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Dec

Seasons

Oct-Nov

18-32°C

Perfect transition weather, comfortable tomb exploration, fewer crowds

Crowds: moderatePrice: moderate

Dec-Feb

10-24°C

Peak season, ideal temperatures, very busy sites, cool evenings

Crowds: very-highPrice: high

Mar-Apr

16-32°C

Warming rapidly, still good weather, occasional sandstorms

Crowds: highPrice: high

May-Sep

25-42°C

Scorching heat, empty tombs, locals siesta all day, bargain prices

Crowds: very-lowPrice: very-low

Top experiences

  • Valley of the Kings — Royal tombs including Tutankhamun
  • Karnak Temple Complex — Massive ancient temple complex
  • Luxor Temple — Temple in the heart of modern Luxor
  • Hot Air Balloon Sunrise — Fly over Valley of the Kings at dawn
  • Multi-Day Nile Cruise to Aswan — Cruise between temples and tombs