Luxor East Bank Tour
Luxor East Bank Tour
Private Karnak and Luxor Temple Tour with Egyptologist
This private Luxor East Bank Tour reveals the ceremonial heart of ancient Thebes. Explore Karnak Temple, walk through its Great Hypostyle Hall, discover Luxor Temple and follow the story of the Avenue of Sphinxes with a licensed Egyptologist.
Local experts since 2007 • Private Egyptologist • No shopping stops
hoursFlexible
half-day tour
vehicle
complex
TempleRoyal
sanctuary
cruise pickup
included
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Luxor East Bank Tour Itinerary
Visit Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple privately, with hotel or Nile cruise transfers and expert historical explanation.
Private East Bank Tour in Luxor
Approximately four hours of guided sightseeing, followed by lunch and return transfer.
StartPickup from Your Luxor Hotel or Cruise
Private vehicle and licensed Egyptologist+
Your guide and driver meet you at your hotel, Nile cruise or another agreed location in Luxor. The tour can begin in the morning or afternoon, subject to monument opening times.
Stop 1Karnak Temple Complex
Pylons, obelisks and sacred spaces+
Explore Karnak Temple, the vast religious complex dedicated principally to Amun-Ra. Walk through monumental gateways and learn how generations of pharaohs expanded the sanctuary over many centuries.
InsideThe Great Hypostyle Hall
A monumental forest of stone columns+
Stand among 134 columns in Karnak’s Great Hypostyle Hall. Your Egyptologist explains its papyrus-inspired architecture, royal inscriptions and decoration associated with Seti I and Ramesses II.
Stop 2Luxor Temple & Avenue of Sphinxes
Royal renewal and the Opet Festival+
Continue to Luxor Temple, built and enlarged by rulers including Amenhotep III and Ramesses II. See the surviving obelisk, royal statues and colonnades, then discover how the Avenue of Sphinxes linked the temple with Karnak during festival processions.
FinishLunch & Return Transfer
Local restaurant and private drop-off+
Enjoy lunch at a selected local restaurant. Afterwards, your driver returns you to your Luxor hotel, Nile cruise or another agreed drop-off point.
Request Your Luxor East Bank Tour
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Highlights of the Luxor East Bank Tour
Follow the sacred route between Karnak and Luxor Temple through architecture, royal history and festival tradition.
Great Hypostyle Hall
Walk among 134 monumental columns covered with royal and divine scenes.
Explore Karnak Temple →
Avenue of Sphinxes
Discover the ceremonial road once used during the Opet Festival.
Discover Luxor →
Luxor Temple
Explore the royal sanctuary built for divine and royal renewal.
Explore Luxor Temple →
Obelisk & Colossi
See the surviving obelisk and monumental royal statues at the entrance.
See the temple history →
Luxor Temple by Night
Choose a later departure to experience the temple beneath warm illumination.
Plan your Luxor visit →Luxor East Bank Tour Prices
Prices are per person in U.S. dollars and depend on the size of your private party.
Contact us for groups larger than 10 travellers. Holiday supplements may apply.
Luxor East Bank Tour Inclusions and Exclusions
The Price Includes
- Pickup and drop-off at your Luxor hotel or Nile cruise
- Private air-conditioned vehicle
- Private English-speaking licensed Egyptologist
- Standard entrance tickets to Karnak and Luxor temples
- Lunch at a selected local restaurant
- Bottled water during the tour
- All taxes and service charges
The Price Does Not Include
- Drinks at the restaurant
- Personal expenses
- Gratuities
- Optional activities or additional sites
- Anything not mentioned as included
Explore Luxor East Bank with Reliable Information
Read our detailed guides to Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple, plan more time with our Luxor travel guide, or review the official UNESCO Ancient Thebes listing.
Luxor East Bank Tour FAQ
Is the Luxor East Bank Tour private?+
Yes. The vehicle, driver and Egyptologist are reserved for your party.
How long does the tour take?+
The guided sightseeing normally takes approximately four hours. Lunch and transfer times can make the total experience slightly longer.
Which temples are included?+
The tour includes Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple, with an explanation of the Avenue of Sphinxes connecting them.
Are entrance tickets and lunch included?+
Yes. Standard admission to Karnak and Luxor temples, lunch and bottled water are included.
Can I visit Luxor Temple after sunset?+
A later departure may be arranged, subject to current opening hours and availability, so you can experience Luxor Temple illuminated.
Can vegetarian meals be arranged?+
Yes. Please request vegetarian or other dietary options when booking.
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