Karnak and Luxor Temple Tour
Activity Schedule
Key Highlights
- See interesting relics of ancient Egyptian dynasties
- Luxor Temple is a famous temple complex in Egypt
- Visit the largest Temple complex in the World
- Entrance to all temples and lunch is included
- Hotel pick up and drop off and round trip transport are included
Overview
As you explore the Karnak Temple, you’ll come across a huge hall with 134 intricately carved columns and relics of ancient Egyptian dynasties. At the centre of the complex is a sacred lake, where you’ll see a big statue of a scarab (a beetle considered divine by ancient Egyptians) that dates back to the reign of King Amenhotep III.
The construction of the temple of Luxor began during the reign of Amenhotep II; it was expanded by King Ramses II. At the entrance is a huge tower built by King Ramses II.
Itinerary
In the afternoon, you will be picked up in an air-conditioned vehicle from your hotel in Luxor. Accompanied by a guide, you will be taken to the Karnak Temples situated about 3 kilometres north of Luxor.
It is the largest temple complex ever built by man and represents the combined achievement of many generations of ancient builders. The Temple of Karnak is actually three main temples, smaller enclosed temples and several outer temples. The three main temples of Mut, Montu and Amun are enclosed by enormous brick walls. The temple begins with the avenue of Rams, then the first and second pylon, then the hypostyle hall with 134 columns. At the end of the tour, you will reach the sacred lake which lies outside the main hall where a big statue of a scarab dates back to king Amenhotep III which was used for purification.
Further on, proceed to the Luxor Temple. It was constructed for the worship of god Amon Ra whose marriage anniversary to his wife (Mut) was celebrated once a year. The construction of the temple dates from Amenhotep II and Ramesses II. The entrance of the temple is a huge pylon constructed by Ramesses II. It has two huge statues representing the king seated.
After exploring the temple complex, you will be dropped back to your hotel in Luxor.
Inclusions
- Hotel pick up and drop off in air-conditioned coach
- Transportation in air-conditioned vehicle
- English, French, Italian & German speaking guide
- Entrance fees to the archaeological sites
Additional info
Customer Reviews
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Rachel E Phillips
Karnak Temple
Excellent local guide, who knew the site very well. Private bus and guide. Much better quality and value than other tour companies we had trips with in Cairo....
United Kingdom 02/07/2009
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