Is trip to Luxor worth it?

Situated in the Nile Valley in Upper Egypt, Luxor is an essential component of any Egyptian itinerary. Known as 'the world's largest open-air museum', it harbours many of the country's most astonishing monuments and is the starting point of the majority of river cruises.



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Luxor is generally considered safe for solo female travelers. However, walking alone at night may not be advisable for women due to cultural concerns and occasional overzealous attention from men. As you travel, confidence and awareness are keys to staying safe.

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Most people come to Luxor to explore the West Bank but there are several draws on this side of the Nile, too. The highlights are the temples of Luxor and Karnak, which were once joined by a 2km-long avenue of sphinxes, some of which still adorn the entrance today.

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Unless you go with a tour group, visiting Luxor independently can be quite overwhelming. The list of archaeological sites and things to do in Luxor is so big that visiting every single temple and tomb would take several days, and loads of money as well!

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The Luxor massacre was a terrorist attack that occurred on 17 November 1997 in Egypt. It was perpetrated by al-Jama?ah al-Islamiyah and resulted in the deaths of 62 people, most of whom were tourists. It took place at Dayr al-Bahri, an archaeological site located across the Nile from the city of Luxor.

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In the touristy areas of Luxor and Aswan, you don't have to dress as modestly as you might in the more local parts of these cities. For example, while visiting Philae Temple in Aswan you might wear a sleeveless shirt and a pair of shorts.

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