Trip highlights
- Karnak Temple Complex: Explore the largest religious building ever constructed, featuring the massive Hypostyle Hall with its 134 columns.
- Luxor Temple: Visit the elegant temple located in the heart of the city, dedicated to the rejuvenation of kingship.
- Avenue of Sphinxes: See the historic path that connects the two temples.
- Private Experience: Enjoy the personalized attention of a private expert Egyptologist guide.
- Dining: Enjoy a late lunch at a local restaurant.
Overview
Embark on an enthralling Private Tour to the East Bank of Luxor with an expert Egyptologist. Discover the awe-inspiring Karnak Temple, a historical marvel spanning 2,000 years of history, and the majestic beauty of Luxor Temple. Our guide’s insights will enrich the experience as you explore these iconic sites, while free time allows you to soak in their splendor at your own pace. Cherish memories of Egypt’s past as the journey concludes with a drop-off at your preferred destination in Luxor.
Itinerary
Day 01Half-Day East Bank Discovery
Your adventure commences with a convenient pickup from your hotel, Nile cruise, train station, or airport in Luxor.
First on our itinerary is the awe-inspiring Karnak Temple, a colossal architectural marvel built over the course of 2,000 years. It is a vast open-air museum and the largest religious site in the world. Marvel at the Avenue of Sphinxes at the entrance, the imposing pylons, and the breathtaking Hypostyle Hall with its forest of 134 gigantic columns. Delve into the mysteries of the sanctuary of Philip III Arrhidaeus, the Akh Menu (Festival Hall) of Thutmose III, and admire the towering obelisks and the serene Sacred Lake.
Next, we venture to the captivating Luxor Temple, located in the city center. Historically linked to Karnak by the illustrious Sphinx Avenue (parts of which you can see), this temple was built largely by the esteemed pharaohs Amenhotep III and Ramses II. It exudes timeless beauty and historical significance, having been used as a place of worship continuously for thousands of years.
Throughout the tour, our knowledgeable guide will offer fascinating insights into the rituals and history of Thebes. You will have ample free time at both temples to capture photos and soak in the atmosphere. The journey concludes with a drop-off at your hotel, cruise, or preferred destination in Luxor.
What is included
Included
- Pick up and drop off from your Hotel, Nile Cruise, Train Station, or Airport in Luxor.
- All transfers by air-conditioned Van.
- English-speaking Egyptologist guide at the sites mentioned.
- Late Lunch meal at a local restaurant.
- Bottle of Mineral Water during the excursion.
- All service charges and taxes.
Not included
- Entrance fees to the sites mentioned (Karnak Temple & Luxor Temple).
- Entry visa to Egypt.
- Optional tours not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Optional Activities.
- Tipping (Recommended)
Questions about this trip
Does this East Bank tour visit the Valley of the Kings?
No. This excursion focuses on Karnak and Luxor Temple on the East Bank. The Valley of the Kings is on the West Bank and belongs to a different programme.
Can the tour collect us from a Nile cruise?
Yes. The listed pick-up options include a hotel, Nile cruise, train station or airport in Luxor. Send the exact arrival or accommodation details to agree the meeting time.
Are Karnak and Luxor Temple tickets included?
No. Admission to Karnak and Luxor Temple is excluded. The listed guiding, transport and lunch are included services.
