Is Luxor Expensive?

Is Luxor expensive to visit?

While Luxor is a popular destination, it is also very affordable and not expensive to visit. The average daily cost is just $18. This is actually one of the main reasons why it's so popular with tourists. When compared to other cities in Africa, many travelers find it to be a very affordable destination. It's in the top 10% of destinations in Africa for its affordability, and our cost analysis found it to be comparable to Cairo and Ouarzazate.

Luxor, Egypt

How expensive is Luxor?

The average cost of traveling to Luxor can vary widely based on many factors, but our calculations based on previous travlers show that the average daily cost is $18 (U.S. Dollars). Your travel style, accommodation preferences, dining choices, and trip duration can alter your individual budget, as you can find a wide array of accommodation, food, and entertainment options available for your visit. Sticking to mid-range hotels, affordable restaurants, and public transit when available can keep your costs close to this calculated average. See more travel costs for Luxor here.

How expensive is a weekend trip (three days) to Luxor?

Based on our calculations from previous travelers, a weekend trip to Luxor will cost around $53 per person. This amount includes sightseeing activities, hotels, restaurants, local transportation, and other travel expenses. For two people, a weekend trip would cost $106.

How expensive is a one week (7-day) trip to Luxor?

On average, a one week trip to Luxor costs about $123 per person. This is based on the previous expenses of actual travelers, and includes accommodation, food, activities, local transportation, and more. For two people, a one week trip costs $246.

Luxor, Egypt

Is it expensive to backpack in Luxor?

Luxor is a fairly common backpacker destination with more than 6 hostels in the area. Dorm beds in hostels average about $13 per night. (See hostel prices in Luxor here.) Keep in mind that you'll find a wide range in prices here, too. The most expensive beds are priced around $56 and the cheapest around $1 per night.

Here are a few sample prices from popular hostels in Luxor.

• $1 for a dorm bed at Bob Marley House Hostel
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• $5 for a dorm bed at Happy Land Hotel
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• $2 for a dorm bed at New Everest Hostel
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Are hotels expensive in Luxor?

Considering our analysis of hotel prices in Luxor, it becomes apparent that they are very affordable in comparison to hotels in other cities. On average, you can expect to spend around $30 per night for a hotel room. The city is home to approximately 8 five-star hotels, presenting an average rate of $75 per night. For a balanced choice catering to both comfort and cost-effectiveness, three-star hotels provide an average rate of $25 per night, while two-star hotels offer an even more budget-friendly alternative at $19 per night.

How expensive are sightseeing activities in Luxor?

Activities and things to do in Luxor can vary in price depending on the type of activity, length, and location. Below are a number of popular activities to give you an idea of what to expect when visiting. Generally, previous travelers have spent $7 per day on sightseeing activities and things to do when visiting, which is more than the country's average of $6.

• Full Day Private Luxor East & West Bank Tour With Egyptian Lunch: $200
• Tour to the West Bank in Luxor : $65
• Luxor full day tour to east and west bank with lunch : $32
• Half-Day Tour to the Valley of the Kings, Deir EL Bahari &Collosi of Memnon : $35
• Luxor Day Tours To East Bank & West Bank: $20
• Tour to The East & West Bank of the Nile: $169
• Sunset Quad Bike Safari Tour in Luxor: $75
• Day Tour to the West Bank : $89

Is food expensive in Luxor?

Food in Luxor can vary in price depending on the restaurant and food options available. Generally, other travelers have spent $6 on food per person per day, which is more than the country's average of $5. To save money, eat at less expensive restaurants, try street food, or cook your own meals when possible.

• Enjoy Half Day Sunset Felucca Ride and Banana Island with Lunch or Dinner: $90
• Luxor Sunset Felucca Ride and Banana Island with Lunch or Dinner: $38
• Dinner Cruise on the Nile River: $43
• Luxor: Dinner on the River Nile with Belly Dancing: $35
• Eat Like a Local:Traditional Egyptian Food / Dinner at Local Family Home - Luxor: $36
• Sunset Felucca Ride and Banana Island with Lunch or Dinner Luxor: $45

Is transportation expensive in Luxor?

The prices of local transportation in Luxor can vary by the type of transit used. Other travelers have spent an average of $4 on local transportation per person per day, which is more than the country's average of $3. To save money, take public transit whenever possible, as it will almost always be cheaper than a taxi or private driver.

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We've been gathering travel costs from tens of thousands of actual travelers since 2010, and we use the data to calculate average daily travel costs for destinations around the world. We also systematically analyze the prices of hotels, hostels, and tours from travel providers such as Kayak, HostelWorld, TourRadar, Viator, and others. This combination of expenses from actual travelers, combined with pricing data from major travel companies, gives us a uniqe insight into the overall cost of travel for thousands of cities in countries around the world. You can see more here: How it Works.