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Half Day Tour of Luxor To Karnak & Luxor Temples (Private)

Car Tour (driver & guide)

Joined 2025

Ali S.

5.00 / 5

(40 reviews)

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Luxor

Arabic (Native), English

4 hrs 30 mins

Private tour (only you and Ali S.)

Up to 15 people

Discover the heart of ancient Thebes on a private half-day tour to Luxor and Karnak Temples. With your personal Egyptologist guide, explore the grandeur of Karnak’s vast complex and the iconic Luxor Temple along the Nile. This tour is perfect for travelers seeking expert insights and a memorable introduction to Luxor’s most famous landmarks.

Itinerary

This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!

08:00 AM

Meeting Point

Pick up at your Accommodation

- Pick you up wherever you stay in Luxor

Pick Up Time

Your tour begins with convenient pickup from your hotel or cruise in Luxor at your chosen time between 6:00 Am till 3:00 PM

Karnak Temple

Karnak Temple is the largest religious complex ever built in ancient Egypt and one of the most awe-inspiring sites in Luxor. Dedicated primarily to the Theban triad of Amun, Mut, and Khonsu, construction spanned more than 2,000 years, with contributions from successive pharaohs. Covering over 200 acres, it includes towering pylons, sacred lakes, chapels, and obelisks. The highlight is the Great Hypostyle Hall, an immense forest of 134 colossal columns decorated with vivid hieroglyphs that create a breathtaking atmosphere. Walking through Karnak feels like entering a city of temples, each corner revealing a story of devotion, power, and artistry. The temple also served as the center of grand festivals, including the famous Opet Festival, when statues of the gods were carried in procession to Luxor Temple. A visit to Karnak is not just about history—it’s an encounter with the grandeur and spiritual heart of ancient Egypt.

Luxor Temple

Luxor Temple, located in the heart of the modern city, is one of the most elegant monuments of ancient Egypt. Built mainly by Pharaoh Amenhotep III and later expanded by Ramses II, it was dedicated to the rejuvenation of kingship and the Theban triad of Amun, Mut, and Khonsu. Unlike other temples, Luxor Temple was not dedicated to a god in isolation but played a central role in the annual Opet Festival, when the statues of the gods were paraded from Karnak to Luxor to celebrate fertility and renewal. Its grand entrance, once flanked by six massive statues of Ramses II and tall obelisks, leads into beautiful courts, towering columns, and richly decorated chambers. Over the centuries, it became a layered site of history, later housing a Roman chapel and even a mosque still in use today. Illuminated at night, Luxor Temple offers a magical experience where ancient grandeur meets timeless beauty.

End of Tour with Opportunity for Pictures

At the end of the tour, enjoy some free time to take photos and capture the beauty of the temple at your own pace. Your guide will be happy to help you find the best spots for memorable pictures before we begin the return journey.

Drop off at your Accommodation

At the end of your journey, relax as we drive you back and drop you off safely at your hotel or chosen accommodation in Luxor—leaving you with wonderful memories of the day.

Ending Point

The Same place where we picked you up from

Want to personalize this tour?

This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.

Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

*Licensed Egyptologist tour guide

*Hotel pick up and drop off

*Private Transportation (SUV or van, depending on group size)

*Fuel, toll, parking fees

*Bottle of water during the tour

*Service charges & local taxes

What‘s not included

* Entrance fees of all sites of the tour

*Any optional tours

*Tipping

Tour Important Information

• Comfortable walking shoes

• Sunglasses and a hat

• Sunscreen

• Camera or smartphone

• Light clothing suitable for warm weather

Important message from the supplier

I am available for tours every day of the week.

I also offer multi-day tours covering Luxor, Aswan, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Dendera, and Abydos. Last-minute requests are welcome when possible—simply send me a message and I’ll do my best to accommodate you.

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time

Joined 2025

Ali S.

5.00 / 5

(40 reviews)

Identity Verified

Interview-Based Quality Checks

About Tour Guide Ali S.

Hello and welcome to Egypt.

My name is Ali, and I am a licensed freelance Egyptologist tour guide with over 5 years of professional experience. Throughout my career, I have developed a deep understanding of travelers’ interests and expectations, allowing me to deliver informative, engaging, and memorable experiences.

It is my pleasure to guide you in my hometown of Luxor, where ancient history comes to life. I also offer guided tours in other remarkable destinations across Egypt, including:

Aswan & Abu Simbel

Edfu & Kom Ombo

Dendera & Abydos

Dahabiya guided tours

Private Nile cruise guided tours

Private meditation and spiritual tours

All tours are fully customized and privately guided to ensure comfort, flexibility, and a high-quality experience. I look forward to welcoming you and sharing the wonders of ancient Egypt with you.

Best regards,

Ali

Reviews

Lina S.

5 / 5

Mar 10, 2026

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