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About Sound and Light Show at Karnak Temples

Discover the wonders of Egypt with our expertly crafted tour experience.

The Karnak Sound and Light Show highlights the dramatic history of ancient Thebes. The show narrates the achievements of some great Pharaohs, with poetic descriptions of the ancient treasures. As visitors walk through the complex of temples, pharaohs arise to tell the story of their interesting lives, as haunting music mysteriously flows through this ancient city. Ancient and poetic voices tell the visitors about the birth of Karnak temple and the heroic achievements of pharaohs and god Amun. It is an enchanting and supernatural experience to listen to sound effects and gaze at the magnificent ruins illuminated during the well-presented show.

Duration: 3 hours
Schedule: Daily
Tour Location: Luxor
Pickup Location: Your Hotel in Luxor
Tour Type: Private

Why You'll Love This Trip

  • Explore the Great Karnak temple at night with a unique show
  • Walk around the halls and statues in a spectacle of light and music
  • Very comfortable – Pickup and drop off from / to your location in Luxor
  • Suitable for all ages and genders.
  • Hear the temple’s story through the voices of its pharaoh builders

Attractions Highlight

Tour Itinerary

After sunset, Luxor and Aswan Travel representative will pick you up from your Nile Cruise / hotel in Luxor, for a fantastic 1 hour show at the great complex of Karnak temples. The show begins as you walk along the avenue of Sphinx stopping at the towering facade into the great court and the awesome hypostyle hall. Walking through the complex a booming Pharaoh’s voice narrates the history of rulers shared in building the largest temple in Egypt, more than 2000 years history of construction and various additions left by rulers like; Tutankhamon, Ramses II and Queen Hatshepsut and the Greek and Roman rulers as well. The second part of the Luxor Sound and Light Show at Karnak Temple, starts by finding your seat overlooking the sacred lake, as the complex is illuminated, and the story of Egypt continues. Please note, while the show is suitable for all ages, the ground in and around Karnak is uneven, please wear comfortable flat walking shoes. After ending, you will be transferred back to your Nile Cruise or Hotel in Luxor.

What's Included

Your comprehensive tour package includes everything needed for an extraordinary adventure.

Included in Your Journey

  • Pick up services from your hotel in Luxor and return.
  • All transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicle.
  • Private English Egyptologist guide.
  • Entrance fees to all the mentioned sites.
  • All service charges & taxes.

Not Included

  • Any extras not mentioned in the program.
  • Tipping.

Pricing & Packages

Choose your preferred group size. Prices are quoted in US Dollars per person.

1 traveller

USD per person
$ 120 per person

2 travellers

USD per person
$ 75 per person

3–4 travellers

USD per person
$ 70 per person

5+ travellers

USD per person
$ 60 per person

Pricing Information

Prices are quoted in US Dollars per person per trip except during Christmas, New Year & Easter holidays.

Children's Policy

  • 0 - 5.99 years: Free of charge
  • 6 - 11.99 years: Pay 50% of tour price
  • 12+ years: Pay full tour price as per adult person

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