Mara - owner of Mara House and Mara House Tours alking through street with elaborately decorated house painted blue, in Nubian Village, Aswan

You’ve found the right place if…

You’ve been dreaming of Egypt.  Not the packaged, rushed, check-the-box version, but the real one — where ancient stories come alive in your ears, your feet walk sacred ground, and you feel looked after every step of the way.

Whether you’re planning your first-ever visit, returning with deeper questions, or wanting to show your children a world outside the ordinary — Mara House Luxor is your gateway.  And if you’re still in the early planning stage, you’ll find everything you need to structure your trip clearly in my full travel guide to Egypt

“Once in a Lifetime Experiences with Mara!”

Bonus Offers & Specials

Want to travel alone, with your partner, or with your own small group?  I’ll help you plan and book your hotels, transport, guides, and site visits across Egypt — without falling into tourist traps or overpaying.

🌟 Signature Group Tours – Stress-Free

I run small, set-date group tours personally.  No big buses, no hidden add-ons, and no shopping stops.  Just you, our expert guides, and the real Egypt.

Transformative Travel – Where the Nile becomes your inner map.

👨‍👩‍👧 Family Travel – Egypt Through Your Child’s Eyes

I took my 9-year-old grandson on a 16-day trip — and he blew me away with his curiosity, stamina, and joy.  That experience sparked a new kind of tour:

 Day Tours in Egypt – Plan them Your Way, with My Help

Why Choose Mara House for Your Tours in Cairo?
With countless tour options in Cairo, why choose us? Our guests say it best—have a quick look at the reviews on our Mara House Luxor page – at the end of the page

If you’re wondering whether you really need a guide in Cairo, the short answer is: at the Pyramids, yes.  Elsewhere, you might get by on your own—but you’ll miss the stories that bring each site to life and could face the hassle of unreliable taxis. Some places, like the Citadel, are especially tricky to get transport from once you’re there.

Our Cairo tours include entry fees, a knowledgeable guide, travel permits and comfortable air conditioned transport.  There are no surprise costs—any optional extras are listed upfront.

Do you dare to dream that you could be inside the Great Pyramid of Giza, after dark, without the crowds, for 2 hours? Send Mara your Cairo dates. A small group shares the cost.

Check out the list of tours in Cairo and let me know your priorities and how much time you have in Cairo – I will tell you what is possible.

Sightseeing in/from Luxor can be done in 3 days:

Not sure how many days you need or what order to see things in? → Read my detailed Luxor & Aswan itinerary to help you pace it perfectly.

Then, if you are not taking a Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan it is possible to transfer from Luxor to Aswan by road, stopping to see the temples of Edfu and Kom Ombo, spend the night in Aswan.  Next morning visit the Temple of Isis at Philae.  If you have time to stay a second night in Aswan you could go to see the temples of Abu Simbel – email me to discuss your options maraegypt@gmail.com

… If You Want Something Tailor-Made? Let’s Talk.

I understand that no two travellers are the same — so if you’re looking for something more personal, I’m happy to tailor a tour just for you. The easiest way to start is by picking one of the tours I already offer and chatting with me about what you’d like to change or add.

Or, if you’re starting from scratch, simply let me know your arrival and departure dates, along with your list of priorities — whether that’s certain sites, special experiences, or just the pace you want to move at. From there, I’ll help you build something that truly fits.

…and if you are wondering how Mara House offers compare to other Egypt tours here is a detailed comparison table

Stay at Mara House – Your Home in Luxor

Mara House isn’t just a hotel.  It’s your anchor.  Spacious suites, warm hospitality, real conversations and all they help you want.  Stay with us and explore at your pace, with people who care that your trip actually feels like a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

  • Luxor – 3 Nights + 3 Days of Expert Tours at Mara House
    The perfect short stay to explore Luxor without stress. This package includes 3 nights in a private suite at Mara House and 3 full days of guided tours to Luxor’s must-see temples and tombs — including Karnak, the Valley of the Kings, and a full-day trip to Abydos and Dendera.
    Everything’s taken care of: airport pickup, tour planning, even your meals if you like. Ideal for first-timers, solo travelers, couples, or anyone who wants to experience Luxor in comfort — not chaos.

  • Long-Term Stays at Mara House – Sept–Dec 2025 Soft Landing Hub
    Slow travelers, digital nomads, first-timers — this is your safe and supported landing spot in Egypt.

  • Mara House Accommodation

Why Travel with Me?

Because I’ve been where you are — unsure what’s true online, overwhelmed by choice, tired of sales games.  That’s why I’ve built Mara House and these tours the way I have: so your trip to Egypt is everything it’s supposed to be, and nothing you regret.

I don’t use a generic booking engine on my site – though that would free up many hours of my days.  I believe everyone deserves VIP treatment from the first email we exchange – here’s why I believe you are better off skipping the online booking engines and booking directly with me.

Let’s Start Planning

Email me at maraegypt@gmail.com and tell me:

  • When you want to come

  • Who’s coming with you

  • What you’re hoping for

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Mara - Mara House Luxor

Meet Mara

Hi, I’m Mara — the heart behind Mara House Luxor.
Over twenty years ago, I came to Egypt on an ordinary tour. It could have been so much better. And so, over time I created the kind of memorable experiences that I should have had. If you want to know more about the face behind the website, stories and business, click on Who is Mara. I respond personally to all emails: maraegypt@gmail.com