Tours/Luxor/Half Day Tour : Luxor Temple and Karnak Temples ( private)
Half Day Tour : Luxor Temple and Karnak Temples ( private)
4.9(16)Luxor5 hours
VIATOR5.0(1)TRIPADVISOR4.9(15)
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At a glance
Duration
5 hours
Price from
$10 / person
Location
Luxor, Egypt
Rating
4.9 / 5 · 16 reviews
Languages
EN
Group
Private
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Hotel pickup
Available
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Icon Tours Egypt
Description
As per the requested time Pickup from your Hotel or Nile Cruise in Luxor by Tour guide then you will be transferred by Private A/C Vehicle to the East Bank where you will visit Karnak Temple, the greatest example of worship in history, dedicated to the God Amon, his wife Mut and their son Khonsu Spend around 3 hours there then Continue your day tour visiting the Temple Of Luxor, it was built by Amunhotep III in 18th Dynasty in the New Kingdom and it was completed by Ramesses II during the 19th Dynasty.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Start times
15 times a day, 5:30 AM–3:00 PM
Next available
Mon, Oct 12
Adult (ages 9+)
$10
Child (ages 3–8)
$8
Infant (ages 0–2)
Free
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $20.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 11.
Tour Options
Private AC car with driver
No guide No tickets
Pickup included
Professional guide&private car
No TICKETS
Pickup included
All-inclusive
Tickets, guide, car
Pickup included
Itinerary
Luxor Temple
Admission included120 min
Embark on an enriching half-day tour of Luxor's East Bank, where you'll explore the awe-inspiring Luxor Temple and the magnificent Karnak Temples Complex. This guided tour promises a deep dive into the historical and architectural wonders of ancient Egypt.
Your journey begins with a visit to the remarkable Luxor Temple, an architectural masterpiece that provides a window into the grandeur of the past. Constructed by kings of the 12th dynasty and expanded upon by the legendary Ramses II, this temple is dedicated to the primary deity, Amun Re. Your guide will share insights into the temple's history and significance as you explore its grand halls and intricately decorated walls.
The Karnak Temple
Admission included180 min
Continuing your exploration, you'll proceed to the sprawling Karnak Temples Complex, among the largest and most impressive temple complexes ever built by mankind. Marvel at the colossal columns, towering obelisks, and intricate hieroglyphics as you learn about the religious rituals and mythological stories associated with this sacred site. The highlight of Karnak is the Temple of Amun Ra, the principal deity of the Egyptian pantheon.
This half-day tour promises to be a captivating journey through Luxor's East Bank, filled with historical insights and architectural marvels. Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of ancient Egypt's past as you explore these iconic temples.
What's included
Included
Egyptologist Guides are Qualified and Fully Licensed
All entrance fees for archaeological sites included in your itinerary
Pick up services from starting point and return
A bottle of water during your trip
Not included
Tipping
Pick up from Airport will be 10$ extra
Pickup Locations & Times
Flexible pick-up available from your preferred location in Luxor
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.9
16 reviews
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How it compares in Luxor
Starting price $10 is 85% below the typical $68 for tours of similar length in Luxor
Excurgo comparison of 4,242 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Half Day Tour : Luxor Temple and Karnak Temples ( private) take?
Half Day Tour : Luxor Temple and Karnak Temples ( private) lasts about 5 hours. The itinerary has 2 stops.
How much does Half Day Tour : Luxor Temple and Karnak Temples ( private) cost?
Prices start at $10 per person for this Luxor experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $20. There are 3 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Half Day Tour : Luxor Temple and Karnak Temples ( private) run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 15 departures a day between 5:30 AM and 3:00 PM.
How much does Half Day Tour : Luxor Temple and Karnak Temples ( private) cost for children?
Children aged 3–8 pay from $8, adults from $10. Infants go free.
Can I cancel Half Day Tour : Luxor Temple and Karnak Temples ( private) for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Flexible pick-up available from your preferred location in Luxor
Pickup points include Pavillon Winter Luxor, Mara House Luxor.
What languages is Half Day Tour : Luxor Temple and Karnak Temples ( private) offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 30 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Half Day Tour : Luxor Temple and Karnak Temples ( private) worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 16 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Icon Tours Egypt.
Reviews(16)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Giana_Z
February 17, 2026 · via Viator
Lively , Engaging and Fun tour of Karnak and Luxor!
Great way to end Luxor with a later tour with Ahmed Abdulteif giving us a lovely introduction to Karnak and Luxor temple . He led us away from crowds and highlighted fun facts and also knew all the best photo shots . We appreciated his dedication , humour and friendly attitude especially when there was so much to see . Favourite time was when it started to be sunset , despite the number of tourist. We had a great time and would recommend for others to try .
Operator response
Thank you very much for your wonderful review and for rating Icon Tours Egypt 5 stars. Your kind words truly mean a lot to our entire team.
We are delighted to know that your experience met your expectations and that you appreciated the service, hospitality, and personal care we always strive to provide. Our goal is to create meaningful and memorable experiences for our guests, and your feedback is a great motivation for us to continue doing our best.
It was a real pleasure having you with us, and we sincerely hope to welcome you again in the future for another memorable experience in Egypt.
Warm regards,
Icon Tours Egypt Team
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TOMOYUKI K
December 31, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Good drip.
It was a very good experience.
This time, we only had a driver and a car without a guide, but the driver was eager to talk to us inside the car, and we didn't get bored during the trip.
Operator response
Thank you very much for your wonderful review and for rating Icon Tours Egypt 5 stars. Your kind words truly mean a lot to our entire team.
We are delighted to know that your experience met your expectations and that you appreciated the service, hospitality, and personal care we always strive to provide. Our goal is to create meaningful and memorable experiences for our guests, and your feedback is a great motivation for us to continue doing our best.
It was a real pleasure having you with us, and we sincerely hope to welcome you again in the future for another memorable experience in Egypt.
Warm regards,
Icon Tours Egypt Team
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Guide52236595397
December 31, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Wonderfull guide
It was a very interesting visit, very good guide who explaned it very well and gave lots of interesting tips. He made it a very pleasant visit.
Operator response
Thank you very much for your wonderful review and for rating Icon Tours Egypt 5 stars. Your kind words truly mean a lot to our entire team.
We are delighted to know that your experience met your expectations and that you appreciated the service, hospitality, and personal care we always strive to provide. Our goal is to create meaningful and memorable experiences for our guests, and your feedback is a great motivation for us to continue doing our best.
It was a real pleasure having you with us, and we sincerely hope to welcome you again in the future for another memorable experience in Egypt.
Warm regards,
Icon Tours Egypt Team
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Vikas S
December 20, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Must visit places in Luxor
After our amazing encounter with Taha the day before, we decided to explore Luxor and the Karnak Temple with him, instead of on our own. We booked our trip with him, and since it was Taha's second trip, he went above and beyond to take us to a nice koshari restaurant for lunch. Taha and the agency provided the best travel experience. Highly recommended.
Operator response
Thank you very much for your wonderful review and for rating Icon Tours Egypt 5 stars. Your kind words truly mean a lot to our entire team.
We are delighted to know that your experience met your expectations and that you appreciated the service, hospitality, and personal care we always strive to provide. Our goal is to create meaningful and memorable experiences for our guests, and your feedback is a great motivation for us to continue doing our best.
It was a real pleasure having you with us, and we sincerely hope to welcome you again in the future for another memorable experience in Egypt.
Warm regards,
Icon Tours Egypt Team
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D5514RWkaim
December 16, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Luxor experiences with Hany
Hang who is guide for the tour is very friendly and professional guide for visitors at Luxor. We had good experiences with him.
Operator response
Thank you very much for your wonderful review and for rating Icon Tours Egypt 5 stars. Your kind words truly mean a lot to our entire team.
We are delighted to know that your experience met your expectations and that you appreciated the service, hospitality, and personal care we always strive to provide. Our goal is to create meaningful and memorable experiences for our guests, and your feedback is a great motivation for us to continue doing our best.
It was a real pleasure having you with us, and we sincerely hope to welcome you again in the future for another memorable experience in Egypt.
Warm regards,
Icon Tours Egypt Team
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Lozznozz
December 3, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Fully recommend this tour with Mansour and Icon Tours
Initially we booked this half day tour for in the morning but having seen Luxor Temple lit up at night we asked if we could change the timing to late afternoon. Nothing was too much trouble for Mohammed at IconTours Egypt and our pick up time was changed without any issues. It was great to start the tour of Karnak at a cooler time and to be at Luxor temple for sunset.
We feel super lucky to have met our guide Mansour. He showed us areas of the temples that were bypassed by bigger tour groups. Often we found ourselves in quiet areas learning about the carvings and the stories they depicted with no one else around - which in busy Egypt is no small feat!
These great temples are awe inspiring but to be given the opportunity to get a true picture of the thought and meaning behind their creation was great. Mansour not only made our tour memorable by sharing his knowledge but also by encouraging us to question things. Mansour’s background and being well traveled meant we shared a sense of humour so a lot of laughs were had which is always a massive bonus.
Operator response
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your review about your tour with us! 🌟
We truly appreciate your kind words and are so happy to know that you had a great experience.
At Icon Tours Egypt, our goal is to make every journey enjoyable and unforgettable, and we’re glad we could meet your expectations. Your feedback means a lot to us — it reminds us why we love what we do and encourages us to keep giving our best.
We’re grateful for your trust and support, and we hope to welcome you again soon for another wonderful adventure in Egypt!
Warm regards,
ICON TOURS EGYPT
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tylermF508TT
October 27, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Great experience
We had a fantastic day in Luxor with our guide Mansour! He took us through the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatshepsut, and the Colossi of Memnon, sharing fascinating history and stories at every stop. Mansour was knowledgeable, friendly, and made the entire experience enjoyable and easy. We really appreciated how he brought the sites to life and helped us get great photos. Highly recommend him to anyone visiting Luxor!
1 people found this helpful
Operator response
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your review about your tour with us! 🌟
We truly appreciate your kind words and are so happy to know that you had a great experience.
At Icon Tours Egypt, our goal is to make every journey enjoyable and unforgettable, and we’re glad we could meet your expectations. Your feedback means a lot to us — it reminds us why we love what we do and encourages us to keep giving our best.
We’re grateful for your trust and support, and we hope to welcome you again soon for another wonderful adventure in Egypt!
Warm regards,
ICON TOURS EGYPT
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aristrofl
October 27, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Very good guide!
Absolutely unforgettable experience — my guide brought ancient Egypt to life with passion and depth. Very easy to get along with.
1 people found this helpful
Operator response
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your review about your tour with us! 🌟
We truly appreciate your kind words and are so happy to know that you had a great experience.
At Icon Tours Egypt, our goal is to make every journey enjoyable and unforgettable, and we’re glad we could meet your expectations. Your feedback means a lot to us — it reminds us why we love what we do and encourages us to keep giving our best.
We’re grateful for your trust and support, and we hope to welcome you again soon for another wonderful adventure in Egypt!
Warm regards,
ICON TOURS EGYPT
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alexmX7504AT
September 19, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Great, insightful, fun tour!
We had an amazing tour with Ali! He was super punctual, our funniest guide during our stay in Luxor but managed to keep everything professional enough to teach us a lot! 100% recommended 💯💯👍😁
1 people found this helpful
Operator response
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your review of the tour you booked with us. We greatly appreciate your feedback and are thrilled to hear that you had a positive experience. AT Icon Tours Egypt , our utmost priority is to ensure that our customers have a memorable and enjoyable journey. We are delighted that we were able to meet your expectations and provide you with a satisfying tour experience. Your kind words serve as a testament to the hard work and dedication of our team. We are constantly striving to deliver exceptional service, and your feedback motivates us to continue our efforts in providing unforgettable travel experiences. We genuinely value your trust in our travel agency and look forward to serving you again in the future. Should you have any further questions or require assistance with future bookings, please do not hesitate to reach out to us. Once again, thank you for choosing icon tours Egypt . We appreciate your support, and we hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back on another remarkable tour soon! Warmest regards,
[ICON TOURS EGYPT]
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marissagQ2140UW
September 12, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Amazing experience!!
We can't say enough good things about our wonderful tour and also the guides! We only initially booked for 1 day, and loved this tour company so much, we booked a 2nd day with them! Abdo knew so much information, it was absolutely incredible and he was very kind and respectful, and provides us with snacks and drinks. Great overall experience!!
Operator response
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your review of the tour you booked with us. We greatly appreciate your feedback and are thrilled to hear that you had a positive experience. AT Icon Tours Egypt , our utmost priority is to ensure that our customers have a memorable and enjoyable journey. We are delighted that we were able to meet your expectations and provide you with a satisfying tour experience. Your kind words serve as a testament to the hard work and dedication of our team. We are constantly striving to deliver exceptional service, and your feedback motivates us to continue our efforts in providing unforgettable travel experiences. We genuinely value your trust in our travel agency and look forward to serving you again in the future. Should you have any further questions or require assistance with future bookings, please do not hesitate to reach out to us. Once again, thank you for choosing icon tours Egypt . We appreciate your support, and we hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back on another remarkable tour soon! Warmest regards,
[ICON TOURS EGYPT]
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