Day Tour to the Karnak Complex & Luxor temple

A day tour to the East Bank of Luxor is a must for history lovers and those fascinated by ancient Egyptian architecture. The East Bank is home to some of Luxor’s most iconic sites, including the Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple. Here’s a suggested itinerary for your tour:

Itinerary for East Bank of Luxor Tour

Morning: Karnak Temple Complex

• Start your day early to avoid the heat and crowds.
• Karnak Temple is one of the largest religious structures in the world, dedicated to Amun-Ra.

• Highlights:

  • The Great Hypostyle Hall with its 134 massive columns.
  • The Sacred Lake, used for purification rituals.
  • The impressive Avenue of Sphinxes, which once connected Karnak to Luxor Temple.

Midday: Lunch Break

• After exploring Karnak, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant along the Nile. Many places offer traditional Egyptian dishes like koshari, grilled meats, and falafel.

Afternoon: Luxor Temple

• Located in the heart of the city, Luxor Temple is best visited in the late afternoon or at sunset for a magical experience.

• Built by Amenhotep III and expanded by Ramses II, the temple is famous for:

  • The colossal statues of Ramses II at the entrance.
  • The well-preserved hieroglyphs and chapels.
  • The obelisk (its twin stands in Paris at Place de la Concorde).

Optional Add-ons:

• Luxor Museum – A great place to see well-preserved artifacts, including statues from the Karnak Temple.
• Sound & Light Show at Karnak – If you’re staying overnight, the evening sound and light show at Karnak Temple is a unique experience.

Tour Tips:

✔️ Wear comfortable shoes – there's a lot of walking.

✔️ Bring sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat to protect from the sun.

Inclusions

• fluent experiencied tour guide
• air conditioned car
• mineral water on tour
• lunch
• entrance fees

exclusions

• tipping
• exrta expenses

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