Title: El Gezira Travel Guide: Best of El Gezira, Luxor Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in El Gezira](https://expedia.co.uk/El-Gezira-Hotels.d946001567891587072.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Luxor](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Luxor.d2181.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Luxor](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Luxor.d2181.Travel-Guide-Activities)[El Gezira Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-El-Gezira.d946001567891587072.Car-Hire-Guide)[El Gezira Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/El-Gezira.d946001567891587072.Holidays-City-Breaks) # El Gezira Travel Guide ## Luxor ![Egypt - karnak hypostyle hall columns in the temple at luxor thebes.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/946001567891587072/7ebe5b77-5064-41bd-9dbc-53417de559d2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Egypt - karnak hypostyle hall columns in the temple at luxor thebes.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/946001567891587072/7ebe5b77-5064-41bd-9dbc-53417de559d2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Karnak Temple columns with ancient carvings, Luxor, Egypt](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/946001567891587072/dd5e7426-8edf-464f-ab3e-bc3a1e26432b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit El Gezira Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Luxor travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Luxor.dx2181) --- ### Popular places to visit ![#LifeAtExpediaGroup A hot air baloon ride is one of those must do experiences. To just drift with the wind and the sound and heat of the burners now and then, drifting towards The Valley of the Kings is a magical experience.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6112092/0e32f4ef-ce12-4a31-a97f-b2531e865648.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Valley of the Kings Find out about the history of Luxor when you spend time at Valley of the Kings. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Valley-Of-The-Kings-Luxor.d6112092.Attraction) ![Heiroglyphs at Medinat Habu. Luxor, Egypt](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6112078/f6a148a3-60c6-4e1b-98e6-fa95bc2e6fb0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Luxor Temple Find out about the history of Luxor when you take a trip to Luxor Temple. Amble around this relaxing area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Luxor-Temple-East-Bank.d6112078.Attraction) ![Temple of Karnak, Luxor, Egypt](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6112080/18e4f0dd-6d6b-41e6-a527-e240cb4b2c8c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Karnak You can find out about the history of Luxor with a visit to Karnak. Amble around this relaxing area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Karnak-Luxor.d6112080.Attraction) ![Great Hypostyle Hall and clouds at the Temples of Karnak](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6112082/b3258279-badf-4717-b952-3584d3b7d49e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Luxor Museum You can browse the exhibits at Luxor Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Luxor. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Luxor-Museum-East-Bank.d6112082.Attraction) ![Frescoes inside of the ancient necropolis Valley of the Queens, Luxor, Egypt, Africa](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6112096/edb9e66c-0826-4f64-896f-8a6e86210b3e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Valley of the Queens You can find out about the history of Luxor with a visit to Valley of the Queens. Amble around this relaxing area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Valley-Of-The-Queens-Luxor.d6112096.Attraction) ![The temple of Hatshepsut near Luxor in Egypt](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532455200/d4b5a465-a0ef-4e6e-b430-88824fb2ff7f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hatshepsut's Temple After visiting Hatshepsut's Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Luxor. Make time for the temples and local tours in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hatshepsuts-Temple-Luxor.d553248621532455200.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Temple of Queen Hatshepsut ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/678871/0c72ec66-99d5-4b18-ac19-f200ad9f2b2d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 2-Day Tour: Karnak & Luxor Temples Valley of the Kings Hatshepsut Temple &Memnon £30 per child [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/2-day-tour-karnak-luxor-temples-valley-of-the-kings-hatshepsut-temple-memnon.a678871.activity-details) ![Hot Air Balloons Ride Luxor, Egypt](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1290760/5100d943-d088-47f1-859d-3d21d5c970d1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hot Air Balloons Ride Luxor Egypt £45 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/hot-air-balloons-ride-luxor-egypt.a1290760.activity-details) ![Luxor Nile Cruise 2](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1682667/72c6a3f8-0f12-48ac-b7b8-9dd3858aa8e1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 4-Day 3-Night Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor&Abu Simbel+Balloon £361 per adult **80%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/4-day-3-night-nile-cruise-from-aswan-to-luxorabu-simbelballoon.a1682667.activity-details) ![Luxury Hot Air Balloon Riding in Luxor](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/672988/57e63b82-5534-42ca-b828-b7cdee212923.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Luxury Hot Air Balloon Riding in Luxor £44 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/luxury-hot-air-balloon-riding-in-luxor.a672988.activity-details) ![Private Half Day West Bank Tour to Valley of the Kings Queen Hatshepsut Temple and Colossi of Memnon](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1544351/314d1ab1-3efc-4f4f-b024-a41fdc84d9ac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Private Half Day West Bank Tour to Valley of the Kings Queen Hatshepsut Temple and Colossi of Memnon £11 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-half-day-west-bank-tour-to-valley-of-the-kings-queen-hatshepsut-temple-and-colossi-of-memnon.a1544351.activity-details) ![Private Felucca Ride on the Nile with Transportation](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45936366/390580d0-8e3a-49da-a973-45bdd38c1828.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Private Felucca Ride on the Nile with Transportation £19 per adult **80%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-felucca-ride-on-the-nile-with-transportation.a45936366.activity-details) [See all activities in Luxor](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Luxor.d2181.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in El Gezira ![Hotel Sheherazade](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11520000/11515300/11515239/6e96cd50_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Sheherazade Gezira Al Bairat Luxor £33 13 Feb - 14 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Luxor. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Valley of the Kings and Mummification Museum ... 8/10 Very Good! (83 reviews) Great location , lovely outside space , parking was on the street Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=14%2F02%2F2026&selected=11515239&PinnedHotelID=11515239&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=946001567891587072) ![El Nakhil Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20640000/20633200/20633106/aa794e8c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### El Nakhil Hotel Gezira El Bairat Luxor Stay at this hotel in Luxor. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Valley of the Kings and Mummification Museum are located ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (16 reviews) Good and clean hotel. Many upgrades Very helpful and friendly staff Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=20633106&PinnedHotelID=20633106&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=946001567891587072) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=20633106&PinnedHotelID=20633106&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=946001567891587072) ![El Mesala Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4730000/4724100/4724092/5fe6f435_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### El Mesala Hotel Al Ramla, West Bank Luxor £32 16 Feb - 17 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this spa hotel in Luxor. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Valley of the Kings and Luxor Corniche are located ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (46 reviews) Great Nike location on the West Bank for trips to all West Bank activities. Friendly staff and great room rate with nice breakfast on the roof top terrace with views of Luxor temple and the Nile Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=16%2F02%2F2026&endDate=17%2F02%2F2026&selected=4724092&PinnedHotelID=4724092&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=946001567891587072) ![Embrace Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19930000/19921200/19921167/2666b1e4_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Embrace Hotel West Bank Luxor Luxor Governorate Fully refundable £71 9 Mar - 10 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Luxor. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Valley ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (68 reviews) Lovely room, simple but delicious breakfast and very lovely staff. Great value for money. Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=09%2F03%2F2026&endDate=10%2F03%2F2026&selected=19921167&PinnedHotelID=19921167&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=946001567891587072) ![Alhambra Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11520000/11515100/11515002/d02dac92_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Alhambra Hotel El Halfa Street Gezira El Bairat Luxor £28 8 Feb - 9 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this spa hotel in Luxor. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Valley of the Kings and Mummification Museum are ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (81 reviews) Very clean room and all amenities specially the restaurant area was made the atmosphere very relaxing with the fountain and plants Staffs were exceptionally helpful and cheerful. I highly recommend this hotel. Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026&selected=11515002&PinnedHotelID=11515002&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=946001567891587072) ![Spring Hotel Luxor](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23240000/23237400/23237363/fb38721e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Spring Hotel Luxor Ramla Street - West Bank Luxor Luxor Governorate £38 1 Mar - 2 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this guesthouse in Luxor. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Valley of the Kings and Luxor Corniche are located ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (25 reviews) Our "room" was a roomy two bedroom apartment, much better than a standard hotel room. The hotel is family owned and managed, somebody is always available if you need. There is a restaurant/breakfast area on the last floor with a spectacular view of the Nile. Tours can be booked through them with ... Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F03%2F2026&endDate=02%2F03%2F2026&selected=23237363&PinnedHotelID=23237363&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=946001567891587072) [See all 440 properties in El Gezira](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026®ionId=946001567891587072) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check El Gezira hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=946001567891587072&startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08)[7 Feb - 8 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=946001567891587072&startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=946001567891587072&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09)[8 Feb - 9 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=946001567891587072&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=946001567891587072&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[13 Feb - 15 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=946001567891587072&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) --- ### Other neighbourhoods around El Gezira ![Panorama of Hatshepsut Temple](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/921725814872186880/a387abdc-8628-4d07-b9a8-6b001504c7c2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### West Bank While there might not be top attractions in West Bank, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Luxor Temple and Mummification Museum. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Luxor-West-Bank.dx921725814872186880) ![Luxor Temple](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2181/5e7ec78d-be8d-4914-91f5-1cf79d82511c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### East Bank If you're spending some time in East Bank, Luxor Museum and Luxor Temple are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Luxor-East-Bank.dx921723722369556480) ![Luxor Temple is a large Ancient Egyptian temple complex on east bank of Nile river in Luxor. View from Nile river](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633981717739/76f18e29-1a1b-4688-af37-c90e44e6256c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Nile River Luxor 4.5/5(7 area reviews) Nile River Luxor is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by Nile, a top place to visit in the area. 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