El Gezira Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit El Gezira
Popular places to visit
Valley of the Kings
Find out about the history of Luxor when you spend time at Valley of the Kings. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this relaxing area.
Luxor Temple
Find out about the history of Luxor when you take a trip to Luxor Temple. Amble around this relaxing area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Karnak
You can find out about the history of Luxor with a visit to Karnak. Amble around this relaxing area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Luxor Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Luxor Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Luxor. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this relaxing area.
Luxor Market
You can do some window-shopping at Luxor Market during your stay in Luxor. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the temples in this relaxing area.
Medinet Habu
You can find out about the history of Luxor with a visit to Medinet Habu. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this relaxing area.
Activities
Hot Air Balloons Ride Luxor Egypt
From Hurghada: Valley of Kings, Hatshepsut, Karnak & Lunch
Full-Day Luxor Tour from Hurghada – Valley of the Kings
Private Half Day West Bank Tour to Valley of the Kings Queen Hatshepsut Temple and Colossi of Memnon
Our pick of the best El Gezira Hotel Deals
Hotel Sheherazade
Not safe for travelers. The manager is not a professional. At 5pm on Feb 22 Sunday, he banged on my door, in a hoodie, without identifying himself. He demanded $25 for airport tranfer. Then I realized this was the manager, one Bahaa. I asked him if that was him, and offered my hand. He merely said ...
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
El Mesala Hotel
Room was extremely dirty, dusty and used. Linens were dirty, someone used the bathroom and was never cleaned. Extremely disappointed!
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Amon Hotel
Room was clean and hotel staff very friendly
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Spring Hotel Luxor
Decent room Nice balcony with Nile view Decent breakfast Good location, next to motorboat and ferry pier Friendly staff
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Embrace Hotel
Lovely room, simple but delicious breakfast and very lovely staff. Great value for money.
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Cleopatra Hotel Luxor
Staff is excellent. Thanks 🙂
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around El Gezira
West Bank
While there might not be top attractions in West Bank, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Luxor Temple and Mummification Museum.
East Bank
If you're spending some time in East Bank, Luxor Museum and Luxor Temple are top sights worth seeing.
Nile River Luxor
Nile River Luxor is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by Nile, a top place to visit in the area.