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Cheap Louxor: real prices (2026)

Louxor on a budget: what travellers and locals actually pay in Louxor. Ranges in EGP with an approximate euro equivalent. Use them to haggle and to spot when you're being overcharged.

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Free · in your currency · in English, Spanish and French · Approx. rate: 1 € ≈ 56 EGP

Food & drink

Item or serviceUsual price≈ euros
Water 1.5 L (shop)Local shop10–15 EGP0.18–0.27 €
TeaLocal café15–30 EGP0.27–0.54 €

Tours & activities

Item or serviceUsual price≈ euros
Sunrise hot-air balloonBooked on the spot (local agency) · See online2,000–4,000 EGP36–71 €
Valley of the Kings ticketOfficial ticket office (foreigners) · See online750 EGP13 €

Sights & leisure

Item or serviceUsual price≈ euros
1-h felucca (whole boat)Price agreed beforehand200–400 EGP3.57–7.14 €
Karnak Temple ticketOfficial ticket office (foreigners)600 EGP11 €

Cheapest things in Louxor

Local prices for the cheapest essentials in Louxor, to travel on a budget:

Cheap tours in Louxor

Where to eat cheap in Louxor

Tips to travel cheap in Louxor

  1. Always pay in EGP: paying in euros or dollars usually costs more.
  2. Ask and agree the price before getting in a taxi or starting a tour.
  3. Eat where locals eat, away from the most touristy streets.
  4. Compare tours at several agencies or book online at a fixed price.
  5. Before paying, check on YourLocalPrice whether the price is fair.

Common scams in Louxor

Felucca with no fixed priceAgree price per boat (not per person) and duration before boarding.

FAQ

Is Louxor cheap?

Yes, Louxor is cheap if you pay local prices: water 1.5 l (shop) 10–15 EGP. Visitors who don't know the prices often pay 2 to 5 times more.

How much money do I need per day in Louxor?

Excluding accommodation, at local prices you can get by in Louxor on about 0.71–1.88 € (40–105 EGP) a day for food, water and transport.

What are the cheapest tours in Louxor?

Some of the most popular ones and their local price: Valley of the Kings ticket (750 EGP), Sunrise hot-air balloon (2,000–4,000 EGP).

Where can I eat cheap in Louxor?

At street stalls and simple restaurants in Louxor: Water 1.5 L (shop) (10–15 EGP), Tea (15–30 EGP).

How much is a bottle of water in Louxor?

In a shop in Louxor, a 1.5 L bottle usually costs 10–15 EGP.

How do I avoid being overcharged in Louxor?

Check the usual price before paying, always agree the price upfront and use the YourLocalPrice checker: type what they're asking and it tells you instantly if it's fair.

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