Hotels in Luxor

Ancient wonders rise from the desert in this living museum where history isn't confined to glass cases. The Luxor Temple's massive columns cast long shadows across stone where pharaohs once walked. Across the Nile, the Valley of the Kings reveals tombs painted with scenes still vibrant after three millennia. Karnak's temple complex dazzles with its forest of carved pillars and avenue of sphinx statues. Take a sunset felucca ride on the river for views that haven't changed since Ramses ruled. The Mummification Museum offers fascinating insights into ancient Egyptian burial practices. Banana Island provides a green respite from temple-hopping. For maximum impact, catch the Sound and Light Show at Karnak when the ancient stones come alive with projected stories.