Luxor Private Full Day Tour from Hurghada

Embark on an indelible exclusive journey from Hurghada to Luxor, a city infused with age-old history and mesmerizing marvels. Uncover the splendor of the Karnak Temple Complex, an expansive outdoor sanctuary showcasing breathtaking temples, soaring columns, and elaborate hieroglyphs. Engage in the enchanting ambiance as you traverse the hallowed precincts and absorb captivating tales of the pharaohs’ intrigue.

Your dedicated chauffeur will collect you from your hotel at approximately 4 am, with a travel duration of approximately 8 hours each way to Luxor.

The Karnak Temple Complex stands as an expansive assembly of structures, including temples, pylons, chapels, and other elements in varying states of decay. Situated near Luxor, Egypt, the appellation “Karnak” is derived from the Arabic word “Khurnaq,” signifying a “walled settlement.”

The greater part of the complex’s extant structures trace their origins to the New Kingdom era, which was inaugurated during the rule of Senusret I (reigned 1971–1926 BCE), spanning approximately from 2000 to 1700 BCE.

Known as “Ipet-isut” (meaning “The Most Selected of Places”) during the 18th dynasty of ancient Egypt, this locale encircling Karnak held paramount significance as the primary temple for the Theban Triad, presided over by the deity Amun.

In 1979, it was inducted into the UNESCO World Heritage List alongside the rest of the splendid city of Thebes.

El-Karnak, situated 2.5 kilometers to the north of Luxor, takes its name from the adjacent and partially enveloping Karnak complex.

Constructed during the Eighteenth Dynasty of Egypt under the reign of Pharaoh Hatshepsut, the mortuary temple of Hatshepsut, also recognized as the Temple of the Holy of Holies (Egyptian: sr-srw), stands as a remarkable edifice. Situated on the opposite bank of the Nile from Luxor, this site is an essential visit for enthusiasts of ancient architecture.

Chiseled into the Deir el-Bahari cliffs, its three expansive terraces soar above the desert landscape beneath. Resting atop the same mountain range as her tomb, KV20, her pyramidal mausoleum, El Qurn, finds its perch. Positioned at the edge of the desert, a kilometer to the east, lies the valley temple, linked to the principal complex through a connecting causeway. The entirety of this structure faces the prominent Eighth Pylon of the Temple of Karnak, a monumental addition by Hatshepsut, from which the grand procession of the Glorious Festival of the Valley would commence.

The Coptic and Arabic designations for the Valley of the Kings are “dme” (also spelled “dme” in Arabic) and “Wd al-Mulk,” respectively. The Valley of the Kings, referred to as “Wd Abwb al-Mulk” in Arabic, constitutes a valley in Egypt renowned for its rock-carved tombs, which were meticulously crafted over a span of over 500 years, spanning from the 16th to 11th centuries BC. This monumental endeavor unfolded during the reign of the Eighteenth through the Twentieth Dynasties of Ancient Egypt, encompassing the sepulchers of pharaohs and distinguished nobles from the New Kingdom.

The colossal stone sculptures representing Pharaoh Amenhotep III, famously referred to as the Colossi of Memnon (Arabic: el-Colossat or es-Salamat), proudly stand before the once-magnificent Mortuary Temple of Amenhotep III, which was the most majestic sanctuary within the Theban Necropolis. Their longstanding presence since 1350 BC made them renowned landmarks recognized by the Greeks, Romans, early modern explorers, and Egyptologists.

Between the years 20 and 250 AD, intricate Greek and Latin inscriptions, amounting to 107 in total, were intricately etched onto these sculptures. Many of these inscriptions mistakenly associate the statue with the Greek mythological figure Memnon, an erroneous identification at that time.

The intricate relationship between the Greek term for the entire Theban Necropolis, the Memnonium, and the designation of the northern colossus as “Memnon” remains a contentious subject, sparking fervent debate among scholars.

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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• Private transportation.
• Private Egyptology guide.
• Lunch at Luxor.
• Pickup and Drop service from Hurghada Hotels!
• Entrance fees (Only if option selected).

• Entrance fees to (Temples) $35 Per Person to (Obligatory Fees unless option selected).

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• This Tour is Provided by LOGY Tours.
• Tour Timezone & Starts at Africa/Cairo.
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• Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
• Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.