Luxor east bank tour karnak & Luxor temple
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Daily private half-day tour with a qualified Egyptologist guide to exploring the East Bank of Luxor to see two of the most impressive temples in, You'll see two of the most impressive temples in Upper Egypt Karnak and Luxor temples .
Itinerary
Pickup from Hotel in Luxor
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Early morning our tour representative will pick up you from your hotel in Luxor, to start your half day tour, accompanied by your Egyptologist tour guide to visit the East bank of Luxor.
Visit to Luxor Temple
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Starting by a tour to the majestic Luxor Temple which was built by Amenhotep III and Ramses II for ritual and festivals and dedicated to the goddess Mut, who was the wife of the God Amon.
Visit to Karnak Temple
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Proceed the tour to visit the famous Karnak Temple, the greatest buildings ever built for worship in history, Karnak temple are dedicated to the God Amon husband of the Goddess Mut.
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Karnak temple was built by generation after generation of pharaohs over more than 2000 years. Amun-Ra, his wife Mut & their son Khonsu together representing the Theban triad.
Historical Background: The Opet Feast
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Thebes is the Old name of Luxor, In Ancient times, people were coming here in a tour, but a holy tour, it is the celebration of the anniversary of marriage of Amon & Mut, that holy tour in Luxor to the two temples, Karnak & Luxor temples, was happening during the Opet Feast.
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The holy tour for the statue of God Amon sailing in Nile from his temple (Karnak temple) to arrive to his wife temple (Luxor temple), he was able to visit her & stay together in the holy shrine in Luxor temple just one night every year, then after this night other tour back from Luxor temple to Karnak temple.
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This procession was marked by groups of women doing acrobatic dances together with dark dancers, probably Nubian who jumped and merged with the drums & a lot of Egyptian were travelling to attend this holy tour in Ancient Thebes – Luxor now.
Important Note
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Note: if pick up from Luxor airport, or the West Bank there will be an extra cost added to the current price.
Included/Excluded
- Pick up services from your hotel or Cruise & return.
- All transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicle.
- Private English-speaking Egyptology guide.
- Entrance fees to all the mentioned sites.
- Lunch meal at good quality local restaurant in Luxor.
- Bottled water on board the vehicle during the tour.
- Shopping tours in Luxor.
- All taxes & service charge
- Any extras not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Tipping ( Guide & Driver ).
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Preparing For Your Egyptian Journey
When preparing for your trip to Egypt, meticulous packing will ensure a comfortable and enjoyable experience in this land of ancient wonders. To assist you, we have compiled a list of essential items:
Health and Wellness:
An anti-diarrheal medication to address potential traveler's diarrhea.
Broad-spectrum sunscreen with a high SPF to protect against intense solar radiation.
A comprehensive first-aid kit, well-stocked to manage minor ailments and injuries.
Footwear:
Comfortable and durable walking shoes are essential for excursions and exploring historical sites.
Photography:
A reliable camera to capture the breathtaking scenery and create lasting memories.
Financial Essentials:
Your credit card for convenient cash withdrawals and secure transactions.
Communication:
A phrasebook or dictionary to facilitate basic communication with locals.
Recreational Activities:
A diving mask and snorkel for exploring the vibrant underwater ecosystems.
Swimwear for enjoying aquatic activities.
Appropriate Attire:
Lightweight, breathable clothing to mitigate the effects of high temperatures.
Clothing with long sleeves and legs for respectful visitation of religious sites.
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