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Discover ancient Egypt on a private Karnak & Luxor Temples tour with an Egyptologist guide. Explore the magnificent Karnak Temple Complex, one of the largest religious sites ever built, with its towering columns, sacred lake, and intricate hieroglyphs. Continue to the stunning Luxor Temple, beautifully illuminated by history and located in the heart of the ancient city. Enjoy private hotel pickup, transport, and personalized storytelling that brings pharaohs, gods, and legends to life. This unforgettable experience offers deep insight, photo stops, and a flexible pace tailored to your interests. Book now to step into the glory of ancient Thebes.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
* Your private tour guide / driver will pick you up from your accommodation on Luxor’s East Bank.
Itinerary
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1Temple of Karnak
Your expert Egyptologist guide will pick you up from your hotel or Nile cruise on Luxor’s East Bank to begin a private half-day tour exploring two of Egypt’s most iconic temples. Start at the magnificent Karnak Temple Complex, the largest religious site ever built in ancient Egypt. Walk along the Avenue of Sphinxes and admire the monumental gateways and towering pylons that mark the entrance to this vast open-air museum. Discover the legendary Great Hypostyle Hall with its forest of 134 massive columns, intricate hieroglyphic carvings, ancient obelisks, the sacred lake, and the sanctuary of Philip III Arrhidaeus. Your guide will bring the history of the pharaohs to life as you explore. Continue to Luxor Temple, beautifully located in the heart of the city, where you’ll admire elegant statues, grand courtyards, and beautifully preserved reliefs that reflect centuries of ancient Egyptian, Greek, and Roman influence. Enjoy time to explore, take photos, and absorb the timeless atmosphere
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
2Luxor Temple
Continue your journey to Luxor Temple, once connected to Karnak Temple Complex by the legendary Avenue of Sphinxes, part of which still forms the majestic entrance today. Upon arrival, admire the towering statues of Ramses II, grand courtyards, monumental pylons, and intricately carved reliefs that bring ancient Egyptian history to life. Originally begun by Amenhotep III and later expanded by Tutankhamun, Horemheb, Ramses II, and even Alexander the Great, the temple reflects centuries of continuous construction and heritage. Despite Nile floods, invasions, and thousands of years of exposure, it remains remarkably well preserved. After your guided tour filled with history and insights, enjoy some free time to explore at your own pace before returning comfortably to your drop-off point in Luxor.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Pick-up or drop-off from hotels located on Luxor West Bank is subject to an additional charge.
- Pick-up or drop-off services at Luxor Airport are subject to an additional charge.
- Additional supplement applies to guided services provided in languages other than English.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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