Includes/Excludes
Included
- Private round-trip transfer from your hotel or port in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle.
- Expert Egyptologist guide providing in-depth historical context.
- Admission tickets to Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple.
- Fully customizable schedule to fit your preferences.
- Bottled water and attentive personalized service throughout the tour.
Excluded
- Tipping for guide and driver (recommended).
- Any personal expenses or extras not mentioned in the itinerary.
Overview
Step into the heart of ancient Egypt on this exclusive private tour of Luxor’s East Bank, home to two of the most iconic temples in the world: Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple. Explore centuries of history as you wander through monumental halls, towering columns, and intricately carved reliefs, all while your expert Egyptologist brings the stories of the Pharaohs to life. This personalized journey offers an immersive glimpse into the spiritual and political power of Thebes, once the grand capital of ancient Egypt.
Highlights
- Marvel at the Great Hypostyle Hall in Karnak, with 134 colossal columns forming a majestic stone forest.
- Walk along the Avenue of Sphinxes, the sacred path connecting Karnak and Luxor Temples.
- Discover the architectural and artistic legacy of multiple Pharaohs across more than three millennia.
- Explore Luxor Temple, a ceremonial and religious hub, featuring detailed hieroglyphics and grand pylons.
- Learn fascinating historical insights, including Alexander the Great’s connection to Luxor Temple and the story of the obelisk now in Paris.
- Enjoy a private, flexible schedule tailored to your pace and interests.
Itinerary
- Pick-up from your hotel or port in a private, air-conditioned vehicle.
- Begin your tour at Karnak Temple, exploring its expansive complex, the Great Court, Hypostyle Hall, and the sacred lake used in ancient purification rituals.
- Walk along the Avenue of Sphinxes and take in the grandeur of one of the largest temple complexes ever built.
- Continue to Luxor Temple, guided through its towering pylons, carved hieroglyphs, and historical monuments. Learn the stories behind its construction, ceremonies, and royal dedications.
- Enjoy personal time at each site to capture photos or explore at your own pace.
- Return to your hotel or port in Luxor at the end of the tour.