Karnak Sound and Light Show with Private Transport
3.9
29 Ratings
Luxor

Witness the charm of the Karnak Temples lighting up the evening sky while the pharaohs of the New Kingdom guide you through your Ancient Egypt exploration during your visit to Luxor.

Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights

Embark on a journey to the Sound and Light Show at Karnak, leaving from your accommodation in Luxor or your cruise ship for an evening filled with authentic Egyptian amusement! The show commences as you traverse the Avenue of Sphinx, transitioning through the magnificent entrance into the Grand Courtyard. As you amble through the monument, a resonant voice of a Pharaoh narrates the chronicle of Upper Egypt and the New Kingdom, highlighting the unique contributions made by rulers such as King Tutankhamun, Ramses II, and Queen Hatshepsut, brilliantly lit against the starry night sky.

The latter half of the Sound and Light Show at Karnak takes place with you comfortably seated overlooking the holy lake. The temple complex illuminates the night as the narrative of Egypt rolls on. Be aware, although the show is appropriate for all ages, the complex can be pitch dark and with booming commentary which might scare younger kids. The surface inside and around Karnak is uneven and sandy, so wearing comfortable, flat-soled shoes is recommended.

What's Included
  • Private transportation by air-conditioned minivans; pick up from hotel/port and drop off.
  • Private, qualified, English speaking representative will pick you up from the hotel to the Performance show.
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
Location
Luxor Sound and Light Show
Karnak Temple,
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
3.9
(29 Ratings)
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Al
Oct 22, 2022
Ready to walk through history? - The show is great, but be prepared to walk about a mile (walk area is poorly illuminated) during the show. The lighting for the show and the sound is very clear.
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Angela_l
May 21, 2022
A very nice way to spend an evening - Very efficient pick up with friendly guide and driver . Great to walk through the temple. Informative light show at the end .
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Brig
Oct 20, 2013
I recommend going by night and day... - <p>I recommend going by night and day. If I had the chance I will go again as it is endless what you can discover . Viator 's guide - Yula was the key to unlocking the secrets and making meaning of the visual aspects to the complex history. I had such a deeper appreciation because of their guide.</p>
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James
Sep 24, 2012
Brilliant, much improved light show... - <p>Brilliant, much improved light show, better visuals and better sound system.</p>
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Manuel
Jun 7, 2012
Excelent performance and the guide was... - <p>Excelent performance and the guide was punctual for the show</p>
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Fatma
Dec 10, 2014
The show started a bit earlier than... - <p>The show started a bit earlier than the announced time but it was good, needs a bit more improvement but it was good and I am glad we attended</p>
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Simone
Jan 11, 2017
The sound and light show was cool, a... - <p>The sound and light show was cool, a little hard to hear in some areas of Karnak but overall good. Through viator you get a tour guide and a driver, but I'm not necessarily sure both are needed since all the tour guide does is escort you to the entrance and receive you at the hotel. If you're comfortable getting a taxi and buying your own tickets, I'd do it that way...</p>
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Worldtravelersocal
Oct 8, 2021
Karnak light show not for us - I would not recommend this activity regardless of your tour company. It requires walking thru the site at night in the dark. At several points there are some videos shown on the wall and that’s it. Walkways are uneven at points and you could fall.
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Yparisa
Feb 2, 2023
Skip it - It is a boring ,walk through the temple. Just go during day and you will see more. Not worth the cost or time spent. I would not recommend.
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Janet
May 15, 2015
The guide offered no value at all to... - <p>The guide offered no value at all to our trip. He didn't speak to us other than pure formalities it's here and We'l meet back here. The trip would have been considerably easier and cheaper to have organised from the hotel and I felt very disappointed</p>
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