Skip to content
MARA HOUSE LUXOR
  • HOME: EGYPT TRAVEL ADVICE from Mara
  • MARA HOUSE LUXORExpand
    • Luxor Holidays – 3 night package deal
    • The Salahadeen Feast
    • Compare Mara House to 3 Top Tour Companies
    • Guests’ Photo Gallery – Mara House Luxor
    • Mara House Luxor – Hotel Gallery
    • Guest Book
  • TOURS in EGYPTExpand
    • TOURS IN LUXORExpand
      • Abydos and Dendera tour
      • Karnak Temple Tour
      • Luxor Temple Tour
      • Luxor Holidays – 3 night package deal
      • Luxor & Aswan
      • West Bank Tour – Valley of Kings etc.Expand
        • Medinet Habu: The Pharaoh’s Bargain with Chaos
    • TOURS IN CAIROExpand
      • PRIVATE ACCESS to the GREAT PYRAMID of GIZA
      • Abdeen Palace
      • Antiquities Museum at Tahrir Sq.
      • Cairo Basic Tour – 3 Nights
      • Coptic Cairo, Cave Church & Garbage City
      • Gayer Anderson Houses
      • Giza Plateau
      • Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM)
      • Ibn Tulun Medieval Mosque
      • Islamic Museum
      • Medieval Cairo
      • Saladin Citadel, Sultan Hassan and Rifaii Mosques
      • Saqqara 7-Step Pyramid & Serapeum
    • SMALL GROUP TOURS WITH MARAExpand
      • Family Tour of Egypt – A Child’s Eye View of Ancient Egypt
      • Egypt Tour with Mara – A Journey Beyond the Ordinary
    • First-Time in Egypt? Here’s the Perfect 7-Day Itinerary for You
    • Egypt – 9 nights incl Nile Cruise
    • 2027 Solar Eclipse Package – 11 nights
    • Insider Advice – Hidden Pitfalls in Tour Websites
  • TRANSFORMATIVE TRAVELExpand
    • PRIVATE ACCESS to the GREAT PYRAMID of GIZA – A Once-in-a-Lifetime Experience
    • Sacred Journey of Remembering Along Egypt’s Chakras
  • EGYPT HISTORY & CULTUREExpand
    • Egyptian Rulers & Legends
    • Cairo History & Heritage
    • Luxor History & Heritage
    • Gods of Egypt
    • Muhammad Ali Dynasty
  • Who is Mara?
  • Mara’s Blog
  • Contact Mara
MARA HOUSE LUXOR

Luxor Travel & Accommodation

Luxor isn’t just a destination—it’s the beating heart of ancient Egypt.  From the colossal wonders of Karnak and the haunting beauty of the Valley of the Kings to quiet Nile mornings and hidden temples few tourists ever reach, this city deserves more than a fleeting visit.  And Mara House offers a way to truly live Luxor rather than just pass through it.

In this section, you’ll find personal insights, local travel tips, and behind-the-scenes glimpses of what makes staying in Luxor—and especially at Mara House—so special.  Whether you’re looking for itinerary inspiration, guidance on where to stay, or want to understand why so many travelers return to Luxor again and again, you’ll find it here.

This isn’t just about booking a room.  It’s about choosing an experience—and we believe Luxor should feel like home, with history waiting just outside your door.

Luxor Travel & Accommodation

LUXOR TRAIN STATION – Not for the Faint-Hearted!

ByMara 23/04/201709/08/2025

Avoid tourist traps at Luxor Train Station! Learn about common tactics used by touts and taxi drivers to divert travelers to hotels for commissions.

Read More LUXOR TRAIN STATION – Not for the Faint-Hearted!Continue

Luxor Travel & Accommodation

Egypt Noise Pollution – bring earplugs!

ByMara 26/04/201609/08/2025

If you live in country which has noise control levels and are used to getting a good night’s sleep in quiet surrounding…..please don’t expect this anywhere in Egypt unless you are going to the Desert!  Noise pollution levels in Egypt must be among the highest in the world. There is no awareness in Egypt on…

Read More Egypt Noise Pollution – bring earplugs!Continue

Luxor Travel & Accommodation

“Follow Me” – Don’t do it!

ByMara 23/04/201528/07/2025

Learn about the intriguing encounters that lead travelers to unexpected experiences, both genuine and questionable. Embrace caution…

Read More “Follow Me” – Don’t do it!Continue

several plates of assorded cold salada
Luxor Travel & Accommodation

Nile Cruise Luxor to Aswan – Food!!!

ByMara 15/03/201526/07/2025

What kind of food will I eat in Egypt?  Serious question if you are going to be there for any length of time.  18 years ago I went on my first Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan with 25 other Irish people.  I can safely say ‘we ate our way through the cruise!’  Every one…

Read More Nile Cruise Luxor to Aswan – Food!!!Continue

Nile Cruise – First Stop Edfu
Luxor Travel & Accommodation

Nile Cruise – First Stop Edfu

ByMara 14/03/201512/08/2025

If someone suggested to you that a Nile Cruise would be a good idea for your next holiday, what would your automatic reaction be?  Sometimes people tell me they would find it too boring just sitting on a ship 24/7.  It’s usually not a good idea to jump to conclusions.   A Nile Cruise is anything…

Read More Nile Cruise – First Stop EdfuContinue

Luxor Travel & Accommodation

Luxor Hassle Capital of the World?

ByMara 16/05/201303/08/2025

Secret to dealing with street hassle in Luxor! Learn how to navigate the persistent calls of “Fellucca! Tax! Calesh!” and more.

Read More Luxor Hassle Capital of the World?Continue

Page navigation

Previous PagePrevious 1 2

Find out why it’s so much better for you to…

Mara - your host at Mara House Luxor standing outside the ornate wrought Iron door of Mara House Luxor
A personal moment at the door of Mara House — Mara seeing guests off with warmth and gratitude

Private Visits to Great Pyramid, Sphinx and more…

Waiting outside the Great Pyramid of Giza with Mahmoud, ready to step inside for a private visit.

Recent Posts

  • Private Great Pyramid Visits — Limited Dates 2025–2026 15/09/2025
  • Understanding Egypt’s Fierce Goddess of Power & Protection – Sekhmet 09/09/2025
  • In the Hidden Sanctuary: A Meeting with Sekhmet 08/09/2025

Categories

  • Egypt Tours & Experiences (32)
  • Egypt Travel Planning (43)
  • Egyptian History & Culture (28)
  • Living in Egypt: Personal Insights (143)
  • Luxor Travel & Accommodation (26)
  • Mara House Updates & News (7)
  • Recommended Books, Films on Egypt (4)
  • Solo Female Travel in Egypt (1)
  • Transformative-Travel-Egypt (52)
  • HOME: EGYPT TRAVEL ADVICE from Mara
  • MARA HOUSE LUXOR
    • Luxor Holidays – 3 night package deal
    • The Salahadeen Feast
    • Compare Mara House to 3 Top Tour Companies
    • Guests’ Photo Gallery – Mara House Luxor
    • Mara House Luxor – Hotel Gallery
    • Guest Book
  • TOURS in EGYPT
    • TOURS IN LUXOR
      • Abydos and Dendera tour
      • Karnak Temple Tour
      • Luxor Temple Tour
      • Luxor Holidays – 3 night package deal
      • Luxor & Aswan
      • West Bank Tour – Valley of Kings etc.
        • Medinet Habu: The Pharaoh’s Bargain with Chaos
    • TOURS IN CAIRO
      • PRIVATE ACCESS to the GREAT PYRAMID of GIZA
      • Abdeen Palace
      • Antiquities Museum at Tahrir Sq.
      • Cairo Basic Tour – 3 Nights
      • Coptic Cairo, Cave Church & Garbage City
      • Gayer Anderson Houses
      • Giza Plateau
      • Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM)
      • Ibn Tulun Medieval Mosque
      • Islamic Museum
      • Medieval Cairo
      • Saladin Citadel, Sultan Hassan and Rifaii Mosques
      • Saqqara 7-Step Pyramid & Serapeum
    • SMALL GROUP TOURS WITH MARA
      • Family Tour of Egypt – A Child’s Eye View of Ancient Egypt
      • Egypt Tour with Mara – A Journey Beyond the Ordinary
    • First-Time in Egypt? Here’s the Perfect 7-Day Itinerary for You
    • Egypt – 9 nights incl Nile Cruise
    • 2027 Solar Eclipse Package – 11 nights
    • Insider Advice – Hidden Pitfalls in Tour Websites
  • TRANSFORMATIVE TRAVEL
    • PRIVATE ACCESS to the GREAT PYRAMID of GIZA – A Once-in-a-Lifetime Experience
    • Sacred Journey of Remembering Along Egypt’s Chakras
  • EGYPT HISTORY & CULTURE
    • Egyptian Rulers & Legends
    • Cairo History & Heritage
    • Luxor History & Heritage
    • Gods of Egypt
    • Muhammad Ali Dynasty
  • Who is Mara?
  • Mara’s Blog
  • Contact Mara

Book Mara House via direct email to Mara – maraegypt@gmail.com

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NZRrOqIwxlo

Generic selectors
Exact matches only
Search in title
Search in content
Post Type Selectors

Tags

Abydos Temple (10) Ancient Egypt (12) Cairo History & Heritage (24) Cairo Tours (15) Dendera Temple (6) Egypt cultural etiquette (8) egyptian harem (8) Egyptian Rulers & Legends (38) Egypt Temple Tours (7) Egypt Tours (11) Egypt travel costs (9) Egypt Travel Health (6) Egypt travel mistakes (6) Egypt travel safety tips (7) Egypt Travel Tips (45) Family Egypt Tours (7) family friendly (8) famous women in Egypt (10) Food in Egypt (7) Gayer Anderson (6) Giza Plateau (6) Gods of Egypt (8) hidden gems (20) history-culture (42) how to plan a trip to Egypt (11) Is Egypt safe (11) living-in-Egypt (33) Luxor History & Heritage (10) Luxor Travel Tips (10) Luxor West Bank (8) Mara House Luxor (12) medieval (6) Muhammad Ali Dynasty (13) museum (6) Personal Story (12) Pharaonic Egypt (10) Sacred Symbols (6) Small Group Tours (6) Temples in Egypt (14) Temples of Luxor (11) TheSevenKeys (9) tourist traps (24) transformative-travel (46) what are the best temples in Egypt? (6) What to Pack for Egypt (8)

Amazon Associate

Please note that some pages and posts contain affiliate links to Amazon.  If you make a purchase through these links, I may earn a small commission, at no additional cost to you. Rest assured, I only endorse products I’ve personally used and would recommend to a friend.

Follow Mara on Social Media

My Favourite Books on Egypt


Terms & Conditions

Generic selectors
Exact matches only
Search in title
Search in content
Post Type Selectors

© 2025 MARA HOUSE LUXOR - WordPress Theme by Kadence WP

  • HOME: EGYPT TRAVEL ADVICE from Mara
  • MARA HOUSE LUXOR
    • Luxor Holidays – 3 night package deal
    • The Salahadeen Feast
    • Compare Mara House to 3 Top Tour Companies
    • Guests’ Photo Gallery – Mara House Luxor
    • Mara House Luxor – Hotel Gallery
    • Guest Book
  • TOURS in EGYPT
    • TOURS IN LUXOR
      • Abydos and Dendera tour
      • Karnak Temple Tour
      • Luxor Temple Tour
      • Luxor Holidays – 3 night package deal
      • Luxor & Aswan
      • West Bank Tour – Valley of Kings etc.
        • Medinet Habu: The Pharaoh’s Bargain with Chaos
    • TOURS IN CAIRO
      • PRIVATE ACCESS to the GREAT PYRAMID of GIZA
      • Abdeen Palace
      • Antiquities Museum at Tahrir Sq.
      • Cairo Basic Tour – 3 Nights
      • Coptic Cairo, Cave Church & Garbage City
      • Gayer Anderson Houses
      • Giza Plateau
      • Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM)
      • Ibn Tulun Medieval Mosque
      • Islamic Museum
      • Medieval Cairo
      • Saladin Citadel, Sultan Hassan and Rifaii Mosques
      • Saqqara 7-Step Pyramid & Serapeum
    • SMALL GROUP TOURS WITH MARA
      • Family Tour of Egypt – A Child’s Eye View of Ancient Egypt
      • Egypt Tour with Mara – A Journey Beyond the Ordinary
    • First-Time in Egypt? Here’s the Perfect 7-Day Itinerary for You
    • Egypt – 9 nights incl Nile Cruise
    • 2027 Solar Eclipse Package – 11 nights
    • Insider Advice – Hidden Pitfalls in Tour Websites
  • TRANSFORMATIVE TRAVEL
    • PRIVATE ACCESS to the GREAT PYRAMID of GIZA – A Once-in-a-Lifetime Experience
    • Sacred Journey of Remembering Along Egypt’s Chakras
  • EGYPT HISTORY & CULTURE
    • Egyptian Rulers & Legends
    • Cairo History & Heritage
    • Luxor History & Heritage
    • Gods of Egypt
    • Muhammad Ali Dynasty
  • Who is Mara?
  • Mara’s Blog
  • Contact Mara