- Start your coastal journey at the Karnak Temples on the eastern bank of the Nile River in Luxor. Stroll down the Sphinx Avenue on your way into the compound as your knowledgeable tour guide expounds on its monumental construction. Understand the heritage left behind by the numerous pharaohs of the area who progressively enhanced the complex’s size. The further you delve into the complex, the farther back in history you’ll journey – the most ancient ruins are more than 3,000 years old!
Step into the Great Hypostyle Hall via the Great Court and wonder at the 134 columns rising above you like an archaic woodland. At the compound’s end is the Sacred Lake, the site where pharaohs and their tributes to the deities were formerly sanctified centuries ago. Take some time to wander on your own before moving on to the next venue.
- Head southward to the Luxor Temple, which once connected to the Karnak Temples via Sphinx Avenue. Graced by statues of the formidable warrior Pharaoh Ramesses II, the originator of Egypt’s 19th dynasty, this temple from 1400 BC has withstood numerous Nile deluges, foreign assaults, and millennia under severe weather. Be captivated by the enigmatic inner walls and columns decorated with elaborate hieroglyphs that your guide will assist you in understanding, and learn about the temple’s fascinating past.
- Egyptologist the languages included in the pricing (English,French…)
- Port pickup and drop-off
- Viator’s Worry-Free Shore Excursion Guarantee
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
- Qualified Egyptologist guide
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- A supplement for the Russian language Guide is 800L.E
Upon reaching the harbor of Luxor, embark on a private half-day journey to discover ancient Egypt on Luxor’s east bank of the Nile River. Disscover two of Upper Egypt’s eminent architectural marvels – the Temples of Karnak and the Luxor Temple – while gaining insights about Egypt’s intriguing past from your knowledgeable Egyptologist guide. This personalized expedition affords you the flexibility to decide the duration of your stay at each temple.
- Transport is wheelchair accessible; however, be prepared for uneven surfaces at the sites visited. These may be difficult for those with walking disabilities or those using a wheelchair.
- As there is walking involved, comfortable shoes are recommended.
- Missed port or late ship arrival: You will be issued a full refund in the event that your ship does not make it to port in time for the start of your tour or activity. You will also be issued a full refund for tours and activities cancelled due to a ship’s inability to get into port.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.