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Luxor Half Day tour: Karnak and Luxor Temples
5.0(41)Luxor4–5 hours
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At a glance
Duration
4–5 hours
Price from
$15 / person
Location
Luxor, Egypt
Rating
5.0 / 5 · 41 reviews
Languages
EN, ES
Group
Private
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Hotel pickup
Available
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
The Opulence of Egypt
Description
Begin at Karnak: enter through the grand pylon, walk among towering columns of the Great Hypostyle Hall, and learn about Amun-Ra and pharaonic additions. Then visit Luxor Temple on the Nile’s east bank: admire statues, obelisks, and ritual halls. Finish with a stroll along the corniche or a local market for souvenirs.
The standard guided tour price includes an English-speaking Egyptologist. Spanish, French, German, and Italian guides require the separate Foreign Language Guide Add-On ($32 per booking). Selecting a foreign language as your preferred tour language does not include this surcharge automatically.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Start times
17 times a day, 6:00 AM–3:00 PM
Next available
Fri, Oct 9
Adult (ages 11+)
$15
Child (ages 6–10)
$15
Infant (ages 0–5)
Free
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $30.
Larger groups pay less per person.
Out at sunset: the 3:00 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 6:17 PM in the coming weeks.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 8.
Tour Options
Foreign Language Guide ADD-ON
This option does not include a tour, transportation, entrance tickets, or itinerary.
Pickup included
Car + Guide + Lunch
Car + Guide + Lunch
Pickup included
Car + Guide
Car + Guide
Pickup included
Car + Guide + Tickets
Car + Guide + Tickets
Pickup included
Car + Guide + Tickets + Lunch
Car + Guide + Tickets + Lunch
Pickup included
Transfers Only
Transfers Only
Pickup included
Itinerary
The Karnak Temple
Admission not included120 min
A vast ancient complex near Thebes, Karnak features towering pylons, colossal columns, and the Great Hypostyle Hall. Centuries of pharaohs added to its sacred precincts honoring Amun-Ra
Luxor Temple
Admission not included120 min
Luxor Temple stands on the Nile’s east bank, a grand sandstone sanctuary linked to pharaohs’ rituals. Its obelisks, statues, and avenue of sphinxes reflect New Kingdom religious power.
What's included
Included
Guide if you choose
Lunch if you choose
Private Tour
water bottle
Transfer from and to your hotel in LXR by private A/C vehicle. For hotels outside LXR pls contact us
Tickets if you choose
Not included
Tipping
Airport Pickup
Foreign Language Guide (Spanish, French, German, Italian)
Pickup Locations & Times
We pick up all travelers from any point in Luxor
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
41 reviews
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How it compares in Luxor
Starting price $15 is 78% below the typical $68 for tours of similar length in Luxor
Excurgo comparison of 4,238 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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 Luxor Half Day tour: Karnak and Luxor Temples take?
Luxor Half Day tour: Karnak and Luxor Temples lasts about 4–5 hours. The itinerary has 2 stops.
How much does Luxor Half Day tour: Karnak and Luxor Temples cost?
Prices start at $15 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 $30. There are 6 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Luxor Half Day tour: Karnak and Luxor Temples run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 17 departures a day between 6:00 AM and 3:00 PM.
How much does Luxor Half Day tour: Karnak and Luxor Temples cost for children?
Children aged 6–10 pay from $15, adults from $15. Infants go free.
Can I cancel Luxor Half Day tour: Karnak and Luxor Temples 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. We pick up all travelers from any point in Luxor Pickup points include Pavillon Winter Luxor, Mara House Luxor.
What languages is Luxor Half Day tour: Karnak and Luxor Temples offered in?
The experience is available in EN, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Luxor Half Day tour: Karnak and Luxor Temples worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 41 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by The Opulence of Egypt.
Reviews(41)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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33yayoim
June 28, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Funeral Temple, Colossus of Memnon
The day before, I was taken to Karnak and Luxor temples, where my guide was very easy to understand and I was with my children, but he was considerate and I was able to see the sights with peace of mind, so I personally asked him to take me directly to the Valley of the Kings and other places. With the children, we were well aware of the tough points, and the children waited with us in tough places with many stairs, so we were able to see the sights without stress even in Egypt in the hot June. It was beautiful English, very easy to hear and easy to understand explanations.
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Travel28446260821
June 17, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Luxor and Karnak temples
Barry was our tour guide for the half day - Luxor and Karnak temple tour. Barry was very knowledgeable and shared a lot of great information with us.
We started the tour being picked up from our hotel. Barry looked after all our needs and took us to the first stop, Luxor temple. The temple was fantastic and Barry was able to share some of the smaller details of the pictures and inscriptions that we would not have known without him.
Karnak was the second stop, it truly is a spectacular site. Lots of information that would never have been known, if Barry wasn't there to share his knowledge.
A bonus for this tour was that there was no stop at a souvenir shop. Other tours that we have been on seem to have an obligatory stop, but not this tour. It made the tour much better.
Thanks Barry
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Resort60921972658
May 26, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Fantastic tour
Barry was great, very attentive and great spirit. Great energy and knowledge of Egyptian history.
I highly recommend the tour with Barry.
Viator were very organised in helping me book the tour
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Companion43798503266
March 10, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Top I recommend
Superb day everything was perfect the driver was pleasant and professional
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G3118SVdaniels
April 8, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Barry in the West 5 stars.
Barry is a fantastic Guide. Professional, knowledgeable and experienced. Your better off visiting these amazing sites with him due to the fact he has studied and continues to study the anchient world of the Nile. I'm greatly appreciative of the beauty of Luxor along with its spectacular hospitality. The sites are magnificent. TAK tomb is worth it.
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670dinoa
September 25, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Rewiev for Guide Marwa
The Guide, Marwa fatafeat elsoker was very kind and informative. We visited many places and she explained everything super good! Afterwards we went to eat at the Paris Restaurant with very good food.
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saramJ7960MM
June 26, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Excellent tour with personable and funny guide
Noah gave us an amazing tour. He is personable and very funny, as well as making sure that we were okay in the heat. I would highly recommend his tour. His English is excellent and he was able to help us with finding safe food for someone with allergies. In addition, he is very knowledgeable about the tombs and temples we visited. I especially enjoyed visiting a local artisan shop and touring the historic town/tombs of the artisans
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micahm624
June 25, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Safe, friendly tour guide, knowledgeable and professional service
Our tour guide, Noah, met us in the morning and had everything ready to go for the day. We were able to visit the Valley of the Kings as well as several temples and other tombs. Although it was extremely hot (111 degrees Fahrenheit), our tour guide ensured we stayed hydrated and out of the sun as much as possible. He also made sure we were well-informed of merchants trying to rip us off, and he explained every aspect of the sites carefully. I felt that all of my questions were answered appropriately and professionally, and I felt safe and cared for the whole time. Noah was quite friendly and personable. I would highly recommend his services.
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F2372LHelizabethm
June 25, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Great experience
We had a great time with tour guide Noah. He was very personable, and knowledgeable about the valley of the kings and various temples. He was very helpful and helped us to get gluten free food for a member of our family who as an allergy.
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L302EAricardot
June 19, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Great tour- ask for Marwa!!
Marwa was such an amazing, fun, knowledgeable and great guide - the best we’ve had in Egypt so far. She helped us come up with an itinerary that worked for us, had great explanations and insight, and had a great relationship with all the locals we interacted with. We went to the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut’s temple, Memnon’s colossi, tombs of the nobles, and Valley of the Queens. She was so charismatic and it was very easy to plan, communicate and spend the day with her. Highly recommended!! Ask for Marwa Fatafeat Elsoker when you book!
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