VIP Riding Luxor
Trail Ride (2.5 hours) Valley of the Kings
06.01.2025
What can you expect on the VIP Riding Luxor 210-minute Valley of the Kings Ride? Here you’ll find all important information about the stable, the ride, whether photos are taken and my personal review.
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Information
We had the privilege of joining a VIP Riding Luxor 210-minute Valley of the Kings Private Ride. The guide and owner “Karim” was able to accommodate all of our wishes.
Guests could only pay for the ride in cash — in Euros, USD, or Egyptian pounds.
A transfer picked up guests from their hotel.
If desired, guests can borrow a riding helmet free of charge. Helmets are not mandatory.
The stable is run by Karim (Egyptian), who puts the wellbeing of the horses and customer care above everything else.
Stable
The stable is located at the edge of a suburb in Luxor. Right next to the stable, a hotel for guests is currently being built. Karim only keeps stallions. They spend the nights in stalls and the days outside. After every ride, the horses are given double rations of feed. All horses are well-nourished and have been with Karim for many years, as he always reinvests the income into feed for leaner times.
Arrival
Upon arrival, Karim showed us the stable and the horses. His staff prepared the horses for the ride. In front of the stable, a bench served as a mounting block. While we mounted, the staff member held the horses and adjusted the stirrups. Once Karim was in the saddle, the ride began.
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Trail Ride
The ride began at the stable intersection, where we turned left. At the next corner, we turned left again and passed the “Luxor Pottery School.” Shortly after, we reached another intersection, turned right, and crossed the main road. We followed the road to the left until reaching the first roundabout, where we turned right.
This path led us onward until we could finally branch off into the endless expanse of the desert. First, we guided our horses to the right and enjoyed a short, exhilarating gallop over the soft sand. Then we returned and enjoyed the pace again in the opposite direction. Back at the intersection, we turned right again and rode along a rocky desert path into the impressive Valley of the Kings.
Along the way, we took two small side paths to discover hidden, breathtaking spots — including a mysterious small cave, visible in the photo. Otherwise, we stayed on the main path, which led us deep into the desert landscape. Where the terrain allowed, we galloped, but mostly we enjoyed a relaxed walk while the setting sun painted the sky in spectacular colors.
Eventually, we reached a point where we had to turn back — twilight was falling, and it was time to return. We rode back along the same path, leaving the majestic stillness of the desert behind us, and finally returned safely to the stable.
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After the ride
Back at the stable, the staff member came to meet us, held the horse so I could dismount, and immediately brought the horses into their stalls. Saddles and bridles were removed, and the horses were cared for.
The transfer then brought us back to our hotel.
Photos
Karim, the owner, took many photos and videos during the entire ride.
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My Review
I really enjoyed the ride in the Valley of the Kings. Riding through this magnificent valley was a beautiful and unforgettable experience.
VIP Riding Luxor 210-Minute Valley of the Kings Ride
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