Luxor Horse Carriage Sunset Ride

A calèche (horse-drawn carriage) ride along Luxor's East Bank corniche is one of the town's oldest tourist traditions, and doing it at sunset adds real atmosphere as the light turns gold over the Nile and Luxor Temple's columns catch the last of the day's light.

The route typically loops through the town's main streets and along the riverside, giving a relaxed, unhurried overview of the East Bank that's a nice contrast to a day spent walking through temples and tombs.

Agree on the route, duration and price with the driver before setting off — this is standard practice and avoids the most common source of hassle with this activity.