Desert and History: Holiday in Luxor

Difficulty

Moderate

Comfort

Midscale

Weight limit

80 kg / 176 lb

This horseback riding tour includes a daily beautiful horseback ride on Luxor's West Bank and visits to all important sites and is a unique holiday opportunity to view the world's biggest open-air museum (Luxor, Egypt) from the back of a horse. Enjoy the magnificent environment and culture with our friendly, fit, and trustworthy horses, which are suitable for both novice and expert riders.

Other dates are available on request. Contact the organizer for more information

El Nobi O. is the provider of this trip

4.9 7 reviews

The provider speaks: English

My name is Nobi, I am the owner of the stables. We are a family business. We have been operating since 1995.

Tour highlights

Egyptian Cooking Experience

Сook and eat a local Egyptian meal with the family in the stable owner's family home

Sugar Cane and Banana Plantation Ride

You will ride through the endless sugarcane and banana fields witnessing the farmers in their daily life

Desert Sunrise Ride

Enjoy a really peaceful ride up to the desert and watch the sunrise over Luxor and see the magnificent hot air balloons taking off

Explore the Ancient Egyptian Heritage

Feel the atmosphere of the Ancient Egypt in the world's biggest open-air museum in Luxor. Experience this fascinating original culture!

Felucca Ride on the Nile

A ride in a traditional Egyptian felucca along the picturesque banks of the Nile

Mountain Adventure

This ride will take you up to the Mount Thebes, through secret valley, caves that are well off the beaten track for some breathtaking panoramic views

Route details

Check in

Morning check in at accommodation

Lunch at accommodation

Enjoy a delicious lunch on the roof terrace of the accommodation

To the stables

You are given a tour of the stables, meet the guides and horses, and get matched with a horse that is suitable for you.

Nile and Village ride

To get to know your horse, start with an easy leisurely 1.5-hour ride through the villages and palm-lined paths along the west bank of the River Nile

Dinner at the stables

Relax and enjoy a superb home-cooked dinner that is authentically Egyptian

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Difficulty

Moderate

Tour provider's comments

Suitable for any level of rider with normal fitness. If you are unsure or have physical limitations, inquire as to whether this trip would be appropriate for you. We would be pleased to go over your options with you.

Accommodation

Comfort

Midscale

Flat

5 nights

Apartments are shared, with a maximum of four people per apartment.

Travel recommendations

Group meeting place

Qina, Luxor

Tour conditions

Included

5 nights’ accommodation;
All meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner);
Bottled water during the horseback rides;
Private guided West Bank tour as mentioned above;
Private guided East Bank tour as mentioned above;
Felucca sailing trip;
All horse rides as mentioned;
Guides (riding and non-riding).

Extras

airport pick up and drop off (can be arranged at additional cost from/to Luxor and Hurghada airport);
visa;
insurance;
airline tickets;
entrance tickets sightseeing tours – about 1340 EGP;
personal expenses;
optional tours/activities;
tips;
Optional hot air balloon ride - US$75;
Optional camel ride - US$25;
Optional private tour to Valley of the Queens and Deir el Medina - US$60.

Group size

up to 8 tourists

Duration

6 days

5 nights

It's important to know

riding outfit (helmet, trousers, jodhpurs/chaps or/and boots);
sunscreen;
mosquito repellent;
normal travel essentials.

Tour reviews

4.9

Based on 7 reviews

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Petros

24 Feb, 2024

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Incredible people, stunning horses, impeccably cared for—our experience with Mohamed was truly magical!

24 Feb, 2024
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Jane

13 Feb, 2024

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A group of 5 of us embarked on a week-long riding holiday with Nobi and his horses (and even his camels!). His horses were in excellent condition, fit, and a delight to ride, especially for experienced riders like us. Throughout the week, I had the pleasure of partnering with 5 different horses, each of which I loved for their enthusiasm, responsiveness, good manners, and beauty. We also had the opportunity to see the sand paddocks where the horses live 24/7, enjoying access to shade, water, and feed at all times, unlike many local horses that are stabled. I wholeheartedly recommend Nobi and his operation, a definite 5-star experience!

13 Feb, 2024

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Katie

11 Feb, 2024

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Nobi's stables are absolutely fantastic, and the horses receive exceptional care. As a locally owned family business, it stands out as the best in the area. The guides are incredibly friendly and skilled with the horses. Each horse is thoughtfully matched with its rider, and there's a diverse selection of rides to choose from. I highly recommend this stable to anyone looking for a memorable riding experience.

11 Feb, 2024