Tour Overview
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$53.1
per person
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4 Hours
Duration
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Luxor, Egypt
- Times: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Explore the two principal archaeological sites on the Luxor East Bank of the Nile: the magnificent Karnak Temple and the stunning Luxor Temple on a half-day guided tour. Karnak Temple is the largest religious cult temple ever built in Egypt, dedicated to the god Amun-Re in ancient Thebes. Luxor Temple is renowned for its beauty and is connected to Karnak by a historic avenue of sphinxes. With a private guide, you can enjoy flexibility and personalized attention while discovering the grandeur of these ancient sites.
What To Expect
Discover the most iconic temples on Luxor’s East Bank with the insight of a private guide. You’ll walk through the monumental Karnak Temple complex—the largest religious site in ancient Egypt—where towering columns and sacred chapels reveal the grandeur of Amun-Re’s legacy. Then, explore the elegant Luxor Temple, famed for its striking architecture and its connection to Karnak via the Avenue of Sphinxes. This half-day tour offers a rich introduction to Thebes’ ancient wonders, with plenty of time for questions, photos, and a deeper understanding of Egypt’s history.
What’s Included, What’s Not
- Pickup and drop-off from your hotel in Luxor.
- Private English-speaking Egyptologist guide.
- Entrance fees to Karnak and Luxor temples.
- Bottled water during the tour.
- All taxes and service charges.
- Any extras not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Tips for guides.
Our Detailed Itinerary
Day 1
08:15 | karnak temple
Karnak Temple Complex: "The Most Select of Places"
The Great Hypostyle Hall: 134 massive columns forming a stone forest (the largest religious room ever built)
Obelisks of Hatshepsut: One still standing at 97 feet tall - learn the story of Egypt's female pharaoh
Sacred Lake: Used for priestly purification rituals
Avenue of Sphinxes: Ram-headed sphinxes that once connected Karnak to Luxor Temple (2.7 km)
Multiple Temple Complexes: Dedicated to Amun-Ra, Mut, and Montu - built over 2,000 years by successive pharaohs
10:30 | Luxor temple
Luxor Temple: "The Southern Sanctuary"
Grand Entrance: Flanked by the towering Great Pylon of Ramesses II with colossal statues
Abu Haggag Mosque: Built atop the temple ruins - visible layering of civilizations
Birth Chamber of Amenhotep III: Beautiful reliefs depicting his divine birth
Roman Chapel: Converted to a church then a mosque - shows religious evolution
Court of Amenhotep III: Graceful papyrus columns in a peaceful courtyard
Alexander the Great's Chapel: Added during Greek occupation
Evening Ambiance: Beautifully lit at night - consider returning after dark
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Meeting Place
Any Place in: Luxor, Egypt
الأقصر، مدينة الأقصر،، MJPQ+VVR, Gazirat Al Awameyah, Luxor, Luxor Governorate 1362243, Egypt
Price Breakdown
2 Adults * $75.00
$150.00
1 Child * $50.00
$50.00
Total Price
$53.1
Things to know
What To Bring:
- Comfortable shoes, hat, sun glasses and sunscreen
Children Policy:
- 50% off for children aged from 6 to 12
Additional Info:
- Your booking will be confirmed immediately after completion.
- This is a private tour; only your group will participate in the experience.
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