Private guided experiences · Luxor · Half day
Luxor East Bank: Karnak & Luxor Temple Half-Day
Visit Karnak and Luxor Temple on a private half-day with your own guide, vehicle and entry tickets.
ABOUT THIS TOUR
About this journey
Visit Karnak and Luxor Temple on a private half-day with your own guide, vehicle and entry tickets.
Highlights
Introduction
Have only half a day free in Luxor? Concentrate on two of Egypt’s most remarkable temples without trying to combine both sides of the Nile. Begin among the soaring columns of Karnak, then discover Luxor Temple and the ceremonial heart of the ancient city. This is a focused private experience that works well alongside a cruise embarkation or a separate West Bank day.
Who is this tour for?
Ideal for cruise guests, visitors with limited time and travellers who prefer to separate Luxor’s East and West Bank visits.
Tour photographs
Your journey
Detailed itinerary
01Private day itinerary
0108:00 — Pickup or meeting
Meet at a Luxor hotel, agreed cruise dock or temple entrance; distance from West Bank lodging may change transfer time.
0208:30–10:30 — Karnak Temple
Explore the main precinct, the Great Hypostyle Hall and selected monuments.
0310:30–11:00 — Transfer and refreshment stop
Drive to Luxor Temple; take a short comfort break.
0411:00–12:15 — Luxor Temple
Visit the colonnade, courtyards and surviving royal additions.
0512:15–13:00 — Drop-off
Return to the agreed point. Timing is indicative.
Private tour prices
per adult · 2 adults travelling privately. Final quotation depends on travel date, inclusions and guide language.
Prices are per foreign adult in the same private party. Children, other group sizes and distant hotel zones receive a written quote. All services and cancellation rules are confirmed in writing before payment.
Frequently asked questions
Are both temples and tickets included?
Yes. Standard admission to Karnak and Luxor Temple, private local transport and a licensed guide are covered.
Can we visit Luxor Temple in the evening?
Sometimes, if its opening hours and your reservation allow; confirm this when booking.
Does this include the West Bank?
No. It is an East Bank-only half-day tour. The full East & West Bank programme is separate.
Booking and cancellation
Booking becomes confirmed only after written agreement on itinerary, services, payment and cancellation terms. Cancellation/refund conditions depend on the confirmed suppliers and are given before payment.
What to bring and plan
This route covers Karnak and Luxor Temple on the East Bank. It does not include the royal tombs across the river; an evening temple visit must match the site's opening and your confirmed booking.
- Comfortable shoes, sun protection and your exact hotel or cruise-berth location.
- Bring any regular medication and tell us about mobility or health needs before the itinerary is confirmed.
Map & meeting area
The map is an area reference. Your exact meeting point and pickup time are confirmed in your written itinerary.
Open the mapIncluded
- Private vehicle/driver for your party, with pickup and return in Luxor
- Licensed local guide in the confirmed language
- Standard admission to Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple
- Drinking water in the vehicle
Not included
- Additional monuments, Luxor Sound & Light or optional experiences
- Meals, café expenses, tips and personal purchases
Optional upgrades
- Combine with a separate West Bank half-day
- Private vehicle from a West Bank hotel with crossing time clarified
- Optional local lunch or evening city walk as a separate experience
Good to know
Temple grounds are exposed to sun and have uneven surfaces. Karnak currently lists a 17:00 closure, so the standard visit is scheduled in the morning; late-afternoon alternatives require opening-hour confirmation. Cruise schedules and docking points may change.