Private Half-Day Tour to Karnak & Luxor Temples
- 4–5 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 5 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
This immersive half-day tour unveils the architectural splendor of ancient Thebes through its two most iconic temples. Accompanied by an expert Egyptologist guide, begin at the colossal Karnak Temple Complex, wandering through the awe-inspiring Great Hypostyle Hall with its 134 massive columns and discovering obelisks, sacred lakes, and sanctuaries dedicated to the Theban triad. Continue to the beautifully preserved Luxor Temple, where ancient pharaonic elements blend with later Roman and Islamic additions, including the remarkable Abu Haggag mosque built within its walls. Learn about the historic Avenue of Sphinxes connecting both temples while your guide reveals the religious significance and architectural mastery behind these magnificent structures that formed the heart of New Kingdom Egypt.
Inclusions
What's included
- VIP Lunch (Depending on the Tour Options Chosen)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Bottled water
- Entrance Fees (Depending on the Tour Options Chosen)
- Transport by private vehicle
- Qualified Egyptologist guide (Depending on the Tour Options Chosen)
What's not
- Gratuities
- Any personal expenses.
Itinerary
Karnak temple is a complex of temples. The temple is dedicated to Amun Ra, the chief god in Egyptian mythology. Enjoy the Great Hypostyle court and the reliefs and murals that were added through the generations. Feel astonished at the tall obelisks 70 feet high and cut from a single piece of granite. Look at the statues of the different pharaohs who want to show their loyalty to RA. Keep an eye on the magnificent tall columns and their papyrus and Lotus capitals while their shafts are loaded with hieroglyphics
Originally Luxor temple and Karnak were connected with the Ram-Headed Sphinxes Avenue. The connection was to celebrate the annual visit of Ra from Karnak to his wife Mut in Luxor. The temple of Luxor witnessed many historical eras and has its extensions and additions along the ages. Different structures and murals show the Greek, Roman, Islamic, and Coptic influences. Stare at the statues and obelisks of Ramses II. There should be two obelisks at the entrance of the temple but one of them was sent to Paris
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is included for everyone.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Your Egypt Tours
- Wheelchair accessible
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
How it compares in Luxor
- Its from-price is close to the median of the 4411 experiences we list in Luxor.
- It is shorter than most of them.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Luxor
Luxor stands on the site of ancient Thebes, with vast temples on the Nile's east bank and the royal tombs of the Valley of the Kings across the river.
On the east bank, the Karnak temple complex spreads across acres of pylons, obelisks and the forest of columns in its Great Hypostyle Hall. An avenue of sphinxes links it to Luxor Temple in the town centre, which is especially atmospheric when lit up in the evening. The Luxor Museum and the Mummification Museum sit along the riverside corniche.
Top-ranked sights in Luxor: Valley of the Kings, Temple of Hatshepsut (at Deir el-Bahari), Colossi of Memnon.
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