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Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple — Rates, Photos & Booking Help

A private guided tour of the Luxor East Bank — the monumental Karnak Temple complex and the majestic Luxor Temple. Included in our Nile cruise packages, or from $60 per person as a Luxor day tour.

4 Hours Private Tour Luxor East Bank 🏛️ Ancient Temples
This East Bank tour is already included in our Nile cruise packages, so if you are sailing with us you will visit these sites as part of your cruise — this page is mainly for booking it as a standalone Luxor day tour. Karnak Temple is vast and requires a fair amount of walking, so comfortable shoes, a hat, sun protection, and water are highly recommended.
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Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple — Overview

Discover the monumental legacy of ancient Thebes on the East Bank of Luxor. This private half-day tour explores the two most important religious sanctuaries of the New Kingdom: the sprawling Karnak Temple complex and the beautifully preserved Luxor Temple, connected by the legendary Avenue of Sphinxes.

Begin your journey at Karnak Temple, the largest religious complex ever constructed. Built over 2,000 years by generations of pharaohs, it is a city of temples dedicated to the Theban triad. Wander through the breathtaking Great Hypostyle Hall, a forest of 134 massive sandstone columns towering into the sky, and marvel at the towering obelisks of Queen Hatshepsut and Thutmose I.

Continue to Luxor Temple, situated right in the heart of the modern city. Built primarily by Amenhotep III and Ramses II, this elegant temple was the center of the Opet Festival. Admire the colossal statues of Ramses II flanking the entrance, the intricate wall reliefs, and the unique blending of Pharaonic, Roman, and Islamic history layered throughout the site.

Photos

The massive pylons and entrance of Karnak Temple The Great Hypostyle Hall with its towering columns Statues of Ramses II at the entrance of Luxor Temple The ancient Avenue of Sphinxes connecting Karnak and Luxor Temples

Rates

Solo Guest

1 guest

$80per person

2 to 6 Guests

per person

$60per person

7+ Guests

per person

$55per person

Children

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Free Infant

Infants up to 4 years old join free of charge.

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50% Discount Per Child

Children from 4 to under 12 years old receive a 50% discount.

Best For

Every visitor to Egypt — no trip to Luxor is complete without witnessing the sheer scale of Karnak and the elegance of Luxor Temple. It is perfect for architecture enthusiasts, photographers, and anyone looking to immerse themselves in the grandest monuments of the pharaohs. Since both sites are large and involve significant walking, bringing comfortable footwear is essential.

What You’ll See

  • The sprawling Karnak Temple complex, the largest religious site in the ancient world
  • The Great Hypostyle Hall featuring 134 colossal sandstone columns
  • The towering Obelisks of Hatshepsut and Thutmose I
  • The majestic Luxor Temple, built by Amenhotep III and Ramses II
  • The ancient, newly restored Avenue of Sphinxes

Tour Includes

  • Pick-up service from your hotel
  • Egyptology guide
  • Entrance fees to sightseeing as per the program
  • All transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicle
  • Bottled water during your trip
  • All taxes & service charge
  • Drop-off at your hotel

Tour Excludes

  • Tips
  • Meals and beverages
  • Any extras not mentioned in the itinerary

Tour FAQ

How long is the tour?
About 4 hours covering both temples, plus transfer time. It is usually booked as a half-day tour.
Is this included in a Nile cruise?
Yes. The East Bank tour (Karnak and Luxor Temples) is included in all standard Nile cruise itineraries without any extra fee. This page is for booking it on its own as a Luxor day tour.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, for the standalone day tour. Private pickup and drop-off at your Luxor hotel are included in an air-conditioned vehicle.
How far apart are the two temples?
They are approximately 3 kilometers (about 1.8 miles) apart, connected historically by the Avenue of Sphinxes. We will drive you comfortably between the two sites.
When is the best time to go?
Early morning or late afternoon are ideal to avoid the midday heat and heavy crowds, offering the best lighting for photography.
Is the tour private?
Yes. You have your own Egyptologist guide and a private vehicle, and the per-person rate falls as the group grows.
Can children join?
Absolutely. Infants up to 4 are free, and children from 4 to under 12 receive a 50% discount.
Please Note: Prices are calculated based on entrance fees, fuel price and local taxes as at June 30, 2020. Any increase in entrance fees, fuel price or local taxes will be reflected on any unpaid tour immediately. However, any pre-paid tour will not be affected by the change of rates. We highly recommend booking your tours in advance to be protected from price fluctuation.

Early Booking Benefits

💰 Payment & Deposit
  1. Deposit: only 20% deposit at the time of booking.
  2. Installments: 0% interest, equal monthly installments. The last installment is required 30 days before the tour date.
🛌️ Tour Privileges — all tours booked 6 months in advance get
  1. A private guide free of charge, without supplements.
  2. Your choice of guiding language: English, French, Italian, German or Spanish.
📅 Flexibility (Changes)
  1. Date change: free of charge, with respect to seasonality price, up to 7 days before the tour date.
  2. Tour swap: free of charge, with respect to the price difference between both tours, up to 7 days before the tour date.
  3. Name change: free of charge up to 7 days before the tour date.
📉 Price Fluctuation Protection
  1. Price increase guarantee: your price is protected against any future increase in tour rate, fuel price, government taxes or entrance fees.
  2. Price drop guarantee: you receive a refund of the difference if the price drops (same booking conditions).
🌍 National / Global Shutdown Protection

Examples: pandemic, airspace closure, or force-majeure events affecting all tours.

  1. Postpone travel date free of charge: move your travel to a later date, keeping the exact same booked plan, benefits and conditions.
  2. Full refund: receive a 100% refund.