Excursion Spectacular temples of luxor tour at Safaga

Discover Luxor treasures during this full day excursion.

Depart the pier for the scenic, approximately 3.5-hour drive to Luxor via the Eastern Desert and Nile Valley.

Luxor Museum & Lunch

Upon arrival in Luxor, proceed to the Luxor Museum. This marvellous museum overlooks the west bank of the Nile River, and has an amazing collection of ancient artefacts. Displays range from magnificent Pharaonic art to items used in everyday life, such as pottery and jewellery, including a carefully selected assortment of items from the Theban temples and necropolis. It includes items from King Tutankhamun Tomb, a collection of 26 new kingdom statues and the Royal mummies of two pharaohs. At the conclusion of your visit to the Luxor Museum, proceed for lunch one of Luxor deluxe hotels.

Karnak Temple Complex

After lunch, transfer to the nearby Karnak Temple the largest religious complex ever built by man. Built, enlarged and decorated over a period of nearly 1,500 years, the grand Karnak Temple Complex is the most important sanctuary of the cult that worshipped the sun god, Ra-Amun. The entrance and main axis are lined by ram-headed Sphinxes leading to the first Pylon, and into the Great Court. This is the largest single area of the Karnak Temple, and highlighted by 134 huge columns. Your visit covers the most important parts of this magnificent temple complex. You will have a chance to see the impressive Avenue of the Sphinx, linking Karnak with Luxor Temple and view the massive statues of Ramses II, the great halls and pylons, and the pink granite obelisk of Queen Hatshepsut.

Luxor Temple

Next, a short drive takes you to the spectacular Luxor Temple, located in the centre of the city. The grandeur of this beautiful temple, and its excellent state of preservation, never fail to amaze visitors. The original temple complex was built during the New Kingdom on the site of an older sanctuary. Over the centuries, various rulers made additions that included statues, chapels, a colonnade and a sun court. Ramses II added a statue of himself and a pair of 82-foot (25-metre) obelisks; one of them was taken to Paris in 1835, and today stands in the Place de la Concorde.

Afternoon Tea & Snacks

Following your visit, enjoy an afternoon tea and refreshments before commencing the approximately 3.5-hour drive back to the pier.

Points of interests

points of interest seen on this excursion may include: Luxor, Luxor Museum, Karnak Temple Complex, Luxor Temple, Lunch, Afternoon Tea & Refreshments

Note

Please note: Total drive duration is approximately 3.5 to 4 hours each way. This tour involves an extensive amount of walking for approximately 1000 meters (.62 miles) over some inclines, uneven and sandy surfaces, with a few steps at the Luxor temple entrance. It is suitable for guests with limited mobility and those who utilize a wheelchair however guests must be able to get in/out of the vehicle with no assistance or that of their travelling companion. Guests with limited mobility can visit the Luxor temple and remaining sites depending on each guest's abilities. Foldable wheelchairs, scooters and walkers can be accommodated on the coach. Guests are advised to wear lightweight clothing with rubber-soled walking shoes, and bring sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses and a camera from the ship. A jacket or shawl is also recommended to wear during the ride in the air-conditioned coach.