2-Hour Private Guided Tour to the Karnak Temple in Luxor
Highlights
Luxor
religious, cultural, Story Telling
Private Tour
2 Hours
Easy
English
Description
Explore the World Heritage Site of the Karnak Temple Complex on the East Bank of the Nile River, guided by an expert guide. Gain fascinating insights into the 3000-year-old temple, built in honour of Amon Ra and other deities of the time. Marvel at the stunning obelisk, explore the colossal columns of the Hypostyle Hall and stroll down the impressive Avenue of the Sphinxes.
Itinerary
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Explore the Karnak Temple Complex
- Meet the tour guide at the Karnak Temple Visitor Centre. Start the tour with the grand pylon (massive entrance gate) and the Avenue of Sphinxes. Admire the imposing sphinx statues that once lined the avenue, symbolizing the connection between Karnak and Luxor Temple. The temple was constructed over centuries by various pharaohs, including Amenhotep III, Tutankhamun, Seti I, and Ramses II.
- Enter the Great Court, a vast open area surrounded by colossal columns and statues.
- Proceed to the Great Hypostyle Hall, an incredible forest of 134 massive columns, some reaching over 60 feet in height. Marvel at the intricate carvings on the columns, depicting religious scenes and historical events.
- Visit the iconic obelisks in the temple complex. One of the most famous is the Obelisk of Hatshepsut, a monumental ancient Egyptian obelisk.
- Explore the Sacred Lake, once used for ritual purification ceremonies by the priests.
- Walk through the smaller sanctuaries dedicated to various deities, including the Temple of Amun, the Temple of Khonsu, and the Temple of Ptah. Learn about the religious significance and functions of each sanctuary.
What's Included
What's Excluded
Meeting Point
Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price
| The Group Size and Price | |
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| 1 to 4 | /group |
| 5 to 10 | /group |
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This is a private tour |
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