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Private Luxor Tour: Dendera, Karnak & Luxor Temples with Guide

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Overview

Explore the stunning temples of Dendera, Karnak, and Luxor on a fully private and customizable tour tailored to your group’s preferences. Led by an English-speaking local guide (other languages available for an extra fee), you will enjoy insider knowledge, cultural immersion, and memorable encounters with Egypt’s ancient traditions. This tour is ideal for families, friends, and adventure seekers seeking flexibility and comfort. Pricing is per group, not per person, and tickets are not included since costs depend on group size; they must be paid directly at the temple ticket offices. As proud locals from Luxor, we promise a professionally organized and enjoyable journey, ensuring a relaxed, insightful, and authentic experience. Enjoy private transportation, tailored itineraries, and expert guidance to make your day in Luxor unforgettable.

Activity location
  • Luxor
    • Luxor, Egypt
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • Luxor
    • Luxor, Egypt

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What's included, what's not

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    All service charges included, with *no hidden fees*, making your experience hassle-free.
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    Expert English-speaking local guide (other languages available for extra fee).
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Private guided tour of Dendera, Karnak & Luxor Temples
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    Bottled water, snacks, and soft drinks throughout the tour
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Convenient pickup and drop-off from any Luxor hotel or Nile Cruise.
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Personalized itinerary tailored to your interests and pace.
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle (Sedan, SUV, Minivan, or Van depending on group size).
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Tickets not included; pay on-site: Dendera 300 EGP, Karnak 600 EGP, Luxor 500 EGP.
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    **Non-English guides available for an extra fee, paid directly to the guide on the day.**

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Luxor
  • 1h
** Transfer to Dendera Temple** Begin your journey with a scenic transfer from Luxor to the Dendera Temple parking area, approximately 60 km away. Due to standard safety procedures and road conditions, the drive takes around 1 to 1.5 hours. Enjoy views of the rural landscape along the way.
Dendera Temple Complex
  • 1h 30m
  • Admission ticket not included
**Dendera Temple Complex (Hathor Temple)** Travelers first **purchase entrance tickets at the temple counter**, then begin the tour with the guide. Inside, visitors will: * Walk through the **grand Hypostyle Hall** with its towering Hathor-headed columns. * Admire the **ceiling zodiac**, one of Egypt’s best-preserved astronomical ceilings. * Explore the **crypts and hidden chambers**, learning their historical and religious significance. * Climb to the **rooftop chapels** for panoramic views of the surrounding temple grounds. * Hear **insider stories and legends** about Egyptian gods, rituals, and temple architecture. This visit provides an immersive cultural experience and fantastic photo opportunities.
Dendera
  • 1h
**Return Transfer to Luxor & Arrival at karnak temple ** After the Dendera visit, travel back to Luxor with optional stops for photography or a brief rest. The tour continues with a direct transfer to the East Bank of Luxor, concluding at the entrance to karnak temple .
Temple of Karnak
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket not included
** Karnak Temple Complex ** Travelers first **purchase entrance tickets at the temple counter**, then begin the tour with the guide. Head to the East Bank of Luxor to explore the vast Karnak Temple, one of the largest religious complexes in the world. Walk through the iconic Hypostyle Hall with its towering columns, and learn about the site’s evolution over 2,000 years of construction by successive pharaohs.
Luxor Temple
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket not included
** Luxor Temple ** Conclude your tour with a visit to Luxor Temple, beautifully illuminated in the late afternoon or early evening. Discover its fascinating blend of Pharaonic, Roman, and Islamic history. Your guide will highlight the temple’s unique connection to Karnak via the Avenue of Sphinxes. After a full day of exploration, enjoy a comfortable transfer back to your hotel, Nile cruise, or chosen drop-off point in Luxor.

Location

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    Luxor
    • Luxor, Egypt
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    Luxor
    • Luxor, Egypt

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