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.

Itinerary

• Pickup: Your Luxor Egyptologist guide will meet you at your hotel. 
• Karnak Temple: 
  • Start your tour at the Karnak Temple complex.
  • Walk along the Avenue of Sphinxes while your guide explains the construction of the massive facade.
  • Explore the Great Pylons, the Great Hypostyle Hall with 134 columns, the obelisks, and the sanctuary of Philip II of Macedon.
  • Discover the Akh Menu of Tuthmosis III and the sacred lake.
  • Enjoy free time to explore the site at your leisure.
• Luxor Temple: 
  • Proceed to the Luxor Temple, which was once connected to Karnak Temple by a three-kilometer long Avenue of Sphinxes.
  • Enter the Luxor Temple through the Great Pylon, where you will see the two massive statues of King Ramses II and a pink granite obelisk.
  • Learn about the temple’s construction by King Amenhotep III and Ramses II, dating back to around 1400 BC.

Key Highlights: 

• Visit the largest religious temple ever built: Karnak Temple.
• Walk along the historic Avenue of Sphinxes.
• Explore Luxor Temple, known for its beauty and historical significance.
• Receive a personalized tour by an Egyptologist.

What’s Included: 

• 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.

What’s Not Included: 

• Any extras not mentioned in the itinerary.
• Tips for guides.