Tours to Karnak and Luxor Temples

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Duration

4 Hour

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

Unlimited

Languages

English

About this tour

Discover the timeless beauty of Luxor’s East Bank with a guided tour to the magnificent Karnak Temple Complex and the majestic Luxor Temple.

These two ancient treasures reveal the power, faith, and artistic brilliance of Egypt’s New Kingdom. With a professional Egyptologist guide, you’ll walk through sacred halls, towering columns, colossal statues, and beautifully decorated chapels that tell the story of pharaohs, gods, and rituals that shaped ancient Egyptian history.

 

Tour Details

Duration

1 Day

Tour Availability

Every Day

Pickup Location

Hotel in Luxor

Tour Type

Private

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    HIGHLIGHTS

    • <p data-start="726" data-end="810">Explore the <strong data-start="738" data-end="763">Karnak Temple Complex</strong>, the largest religious structure ever built.</p>
    • <p data-start="813" data-end="887">Walk along the <strong data-start="828" data-end="850">Avenue of Sphinxes</strong>, linking Karnak and Luxor Temples.</p>
    • <p data-start="890" data-end="961">Discover the impressive <strong data-start="914" data-end="932">Hypostyle Hall</strong>, with 134 massive columns.</p>
    • <p data-start="964" data-end="1070">Visit the <strong data-start="974" data-end="989">Sacred Lake</strong>, the Obelisks of Hatshepsut and Thutmose I, and the temple’s grand courtyards.</p>
    • <p data-start="1073" data-end="1153">Tour the stunning <strong data-start="1091" data-end="1107">Luxor Temple</strong>, dedicated to the rejuvenation of kingship.</p>
    • <p data-start="1156" data-end="1261">See statues of Ramses II, the great colonnade, and beautifully lit temple halls (if visiting at night).</p>
    • <p data-start="1264" data-end="1339">Learn the mysteries of ancient Thebes from a licensed Egyptologist guide.</p>
    • <p data-start="1342" data-end="1413">Enjoy convenient private transportation from your hotel or Nile cruise.</p>

    Included/Excluded

    • Pick up and drop off at your hotel in Cairo
    • One Lunch at a local restaurant
    • Entrance fees to the above-mentioned sites
    • English-speaking guide at the sites mentioned above
    • Bottle of Mineral Water during Excursion
    • All transfers by air-conditioned Van
    • All service charges and taxes
    • Visa to Egypt
    • Optional tours not mentioned at the above itinerary
    • Tipping

    Itinerary

    Pickup from Your Hotel or Nile Cruise

    Your private Egyptologist guide meets you in the lobby for a comfortable transfer to Karnak Temple in an air-conditioned vehicle.

    Stop 1: Karnak Temple Complex

    Begin your journey at Karnak, a breathtaking open-air museum dedicated to the Theban Triad: Amun-Ra, Mut, and Khonsu.

    Your guide will lead you through:

    • The Great Court and First Pylon

    • The Great Hypostyle Hall, one of the most impressive architectural achievements in history

    • The Obelisks of Hatshepsut and Thutmose I

    • The Temple of Amun-Ra

    • The Sacred Lake, used for ritual purification

    • The Festival Hall of Thutmose III

    You will explore carved reliefs, colossal statues, and sacred spaces that reveal the immense power and religious devotion of the ancient Egyptians.

    Stop 2: The Avenue of Sphinxes

    Walk along part of the ancient Avenue of Sphinxes, once used for grand ceremonial processions linking Karnak to Luxor Temple.

    Stop 3: Luxor Temple

    Continue your tour at Luxor Temple, a beautifully preserved complex that served as the center of royal ceremonies.

    Highlights include:

    • Statues of Ramses II

    • The Great Colonnade

    • The Sun Court of Amenhotep III

    • Ancient chapels, shrines, and Roman-era additions

    • A glimpse of how Luxor Temple becomes magical at sunset or under evening lights

    Your guide will help you understand the temple’s role in royal coronations and the Opet Festival.

    Return Transfer

    After your tour, enjoy a comfortable ride back to your hotel or Nile cruise.

    Durations

    Fullday (+7hours)
    Multi day

    Language

    English

    Frequently asked questions

    You can book the tour online or by calling, emailing, or chatting with us. If you want a custom trip or to change the schedule, please let us know right away and we'll get right on it.

    Since each of our tours is a custom-tailored experience, the client is free to make any changes or additions they want to make their vacation truly unique.

    We speak your language, so don’t worry We know the importance of language in communication, so all our tours are available in English, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, German, French, Chinese, and Japanese, and if there is any language required we will do our best to provide it to you.

    When and where the tour happens is completely up to us. If you want to start at a different time, you should write it in the comments section of your booking form or send an email.

    We accept credit cards online in a safe way. Wire Transfer and PayPal are also ways to pay us.

    You are more than welcome to leave a tip at the end of the trip if you were happy with the service. A gift that makes them feel important and happy would be great.

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