Is it worth visiting Luxor in summer (August) and how tiring is a day trip?
Based on 2 discussions with 3 participants · Last activity: 2 days ago
TL;DR
Luxor in summer is hot but doable. A private day trip from Red Sea resorts takes about 12 hours (5am departure, back by 6pm) — exhausting but worth it.
What the community said
Some travelers visit Luxor specifically in August simply because that's when they have vacation or school holidays — the off-season heat isn't a dealbreaker for everyone.
1 day ago August — viable
A private day trip to Luxor from a Red Sea resort: pickup around 5am, return around 6pm, roughly 4 hours each way. Manageable with a 10-year-old child, though everyone was tired by the end. The quality of the guide makes a huge difference to the experience.
2 days ago ~12 hours total, 5am departure
A May visit left very strong impressions — the trip was highly enjoyable despite the fatigue. A private tour is recommended over a group tour for more comfort and flexibility.
2 days ago Private tour recommended