Duration
1 Day Trip
Tour Type
Private
Transportation
Bus
Guided Trip to Karnak and Luxor Temples: Luxor East bank Tour
Visit the age-old Temples of Karnak and Luxor Temple on the Nile’s East Bank on this 4-hour private tour from Luxor. With your own Egyptologist guide, travel by minivan to Karnak, an awesome collection of temples and halls dating back over 3,000 years. Ogle the giant columns of the Hypostyle Hall, walk the Avenue of the Sphinxes, and see other highlights as you learn their history. Then, head for Luxor Temple to admire its columns, courts and statues; and discover how it was embellished by Tutankhamun and Alexander the Great.
Luxor East bank Tour Schedule
Departs Daily
Our representative will pick you up from your hotel in luxor or from Luxor airport. You will then be transferred to the west bank of luxor to enjoy this authentic trip to Karnak and Luxor Temples.
Luxor East bank Tour Itinerary
Private half-day trip to Karnak and Luxor Temples
Depart your central Luxor hotel or Luxor river port by minivan and drive to the Temples of Karnak on the Nile’s East Bank. As you travel, hear how Luxor stands on the 4,000-year-old site of Thebes, Egypt’s ancient royal capital, and how Karnak is the largest of its temple complexes. Discover how this vast collection of buildings was developed by more than 30 pharaohs, including Amenhotep IV and Ramses II.
On arrival, walk along the Avenue of the Sphinxes to the gateway, and then explore inside with your Egyptologist guide. Hear how the huge pylons at the entrance were constructed, and marvel at the courtyards and sanctuaries beyond. The deeper you go into the complex, the further back you step, with the oldest ruins dating back more than 3,000 years. Gaze in awe at the showpiece Hypostyle Hall, crowded with 134 massive columns that tower above you like an ancient forest. Crane your neck upwards and learn about the ingenious methods used to raise them by the long-ago Egyptians. See the sacred lake where pharaonic offerings were purified, and then enjoy free time to stroll around the site at leisure. Continue to Luxor Temple, an ancient temple in the center of Luxor laid parallel to the Nile. Hear how it was built in around 1,400 BC, and added to by Tutankhamun, Ramses II and even Alexander the Great. Admire the two colossal statues of Ramses at the entrance, and the granite gateway obelisk whose original counterpart now stands in Paris’ Place de la Concorde. Then, head inside to gawk at the richly carved inner sanctuaries, papyrus columns and courts. Peep inside the atmospheric anterooms, including the chapel dedicated to Alexander the Great, who rebuilt the room in his name. When the time comes, finish your tour with a drop-off at the start point.
Luxor East Bank Tour Highlights:
- Visiting Karnak temple.
- Visiting Luxor temple.
- Visiting the avenue of sphinkes.
Luxor east bank Trip Scedule
Departs Daily
Our representative will pick you up from your hotel in luxor or from Luxor airport. You will then be transferred to the west bank of luxor to enjoy this authentic trip to Karnak and Luxor Temples. Scheduled Pickups Available upon Request.
Guided Trip to Karnak and Luxor Temples
Start your day with a visit to the Temples of Karnak. Walk along the Avenue of Sphinx to enter the complex as your guide explains how the massive facade was constructed. On entering the Temples of Karnak you will see each legacy left by the various pharaohs as the complex grew even larger. The deeper you go into the complex, the further back in time you will travel, with the oldest ruins dating back over 3,000 years. Walking through the Great Court into the Great Hypostyle Hall, it’s hard not to be overwhelmed by the 134 columns towering above you like an ancient forest. At the rear of the complex you will find the sacred lake where centuries ago pharaohs and their offerings to the gods were purified. After a tour of the complex, you will have additional free time to explore at leisure.
Luxor Temple
Continue to Luxor Temple which was once joined to the Temples of Karnak by a two-kilometer long Avenue of Sphinx, a portion of which marks the entrance to the temple. Dominated by statues of the great warrior pharaoh Ramses II, Luxor Temple has survived Nile floods, foreign invasion and thousands of years exposed to the elements. A pure Egyptian temple, the inner walls and columns are decorated with intricate hieroglyphics which your guide will help you decipher. Find out how Alexander the Great wrote himself into Luxor Temple’s history, and see one of the original pair of obelisk, the second of which now stands on the Place de la Concorde in Paris.
Trip Inclusions
What is included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in lUXOR
- Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle
- Bottled water throughout your trip
- All sightseeing tours mentioned in the itinerary
- Entrance fees
- A professional Egyptologist Guide
- Visiting Karnak temple.
- Visiting Luxor temple.
- Visiting the avenue of sphinkes.
- All taxes and service charges
Trip Exclusions
- Gratuities
- Any personal expenses
- Any Extra not mentioned
Best Times for Visiting Luxor
Luxor weather is perfect all the year. we recommend early start in summer season to avoid the heat.
5 reviews for Guided Trip to Karnak and Luxor Temples: Luxor East bank Tour
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James Hill –
This tour was absolutely mesmerizing! Walking through the Great Hypostyle Hall at Karnak was like stepping into an ancient world. The Luxor Temple, with its massive statues and intricate carvings, was equally stunning. Our Egyptologist guide provided fascinating details, making history come alive. The entire experience was well-organized, and the transportation was very comfortable. A must-visit for history lovers!
Sophia Brown –
I thoroughly enjoyed this trip! The Avenue of Sphinxes was awe-inspiring, and the massive columns at Karnak were a sight to behold. Luxor Temple’s fascinating mix of Egyptian and Greek history added so much depth to the visit. The guide was very knowledgeable and made sure we didn’t miss any details. This is a perfect half-day tour for anyone exploring Luxor!
Ethan Carter –
Visiting the Karnak and Luxor Temples was a dream come true! The sacred lake at Karnak and the stunning obelisk at Luxor Temple were highlights of the trip. Our guide was excellent, explaining the significance of each structure. The private transportation and bottled water made the tour even more enjoyable. I would highly recommend this to anyone visiting Luxor!
Olivia Green –
What a fantastic experience! The Karnak Temple’s Hypostyle Hall was breathtaking, and I loved learning about the historical significance of the sacred lake. The Luxor Temple, with its towering statues of Ramses II, was equally impressive. The guide’s stories about Alexander the Great were a bonus. Everything was perfectly timed, and the tour was both comfortable and informative.
Mason Walker –
This was a wonderful tour from start to finish! The Avenue of Sphinxes was a majestic start, and the detailed carvings in the Luxor Temple were amazing. The guide explained everything so clearly, making history truly come alive. The private vehicle and water provided added great convenience. A great way to explore Luxor’s East Bank in half a day!