Karnak + Luxor Temples (Half Day)
Karnak and Luxor Temples Half-Day Tour
$1
$80
/per person
Experience the best of Luxor’s east bank with the Karnak + Luxor Temples (Half Day) Tour by Egy Tours. This half-day tour combines two of Egypt’s most iconic temples, offering a deep dive into the heart of ancient Thebes.
Start your journey at Karnak Temple, the largest religious complex in Egypt, built over 2,000 years by more than 30 Pharaohs. Explore its towering columns, sacred lakes, massive obelisks, and intricately carved hieroglyphics with the guidance of a licensed Egyptologist.
Continue to Luxor Temple, a stunning example of New Kingdom architecture, famous for its grand pylons, colossal statues, and inner sanctuaries dedicated to Amun-Ra, Mut, and Khonsu. Learn about ancient Egyptian rituals, the Opet Festival, and the political significance of these sacred sites.
Duration
Group Type
Transportation
Travel Styles
✔ Pickup and drop-off from your hotel in Luxor
- ✔ Air-conditioned private vehicle
- ✔ Licensed Egyptologist guide
- ✔ Entrance fees to Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple
- ✔ Bottled water during the tour
- ✔ Taxes and service charges
✘ Personal expenses
- ✘ Meals or snacks
- ✘ Optional Sound & Light Show
Karnak + Luxor Temples Tour offers a combined visit to two of Luxor’s most iconic temples in a half-day experience.
- Karnak Temple: Explore the Avenue of Sphinxes, First Pylon, Great Court, and Hypostyle Hall with 134 massive columns.
- Learn about ancient Egyptian rituals, religious festivals, and the significance of the Opet Festival.
- Photography opportunities throughout both temples, capturing majestic architecture and intricate hieroglyphics.
- Optional Sound & Light Show at Luxor Temple for a magical evening experience.
Itinerary
- Meet your licensed Egyptologist guide for an introduction to Luxor’s east bank temples.
- Walk along the ceremonial Avenue of Sphinxes connecting Karnak to Luxor Temple.
- Visit inner sanctuaries dedicated to Amun-Ra, Mut, and Khonsu.
- Travelers can optionally upgrade to include the Sound & Light Show at Luxor Temple, providing an evening storytelling experience with dramatic lighting.
- Conclude your half-day tour with a rich understanding of Luxor’s most iconic temples.
FAQs
The tour lasts approximately 4 hours, including hotel pickup, visits to both temples, and drop-off.
The tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off, air-conditioned private transport, a licensed Egyptologist guide, entrance fees to Karnak and Luxor Temples, bottled water, and all taxes and service charges.
The tour excludes personal expenses, tips (optional), meals or snacks, and optional Sound & Light Show (can be added).
Yes, the tour is family-friendly and suitable for most travelers. Light walking is required, and shaded rest areas are available.
Yes, photography is allowed throughout both Karnak and Luxor Temples. Tripods may be restricted in some areas.
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