Dendera & Karnak VIP Tour with Transfer, Guide & Ticket Options

5.0 (8 reviews) 6–7 hours Free cancellation Private tour

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7-Hour Private Tour to Dendera and Karnak Temples from Luxor — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Visit the magnificent Dendera Temple and Karnak Temple on a private, customizable experience designed around your preferences. Choose the pace, focus, and options that suit you, with private transportation and the flexibility to personalize your day.

Travel with local experts from Luxor who provide authentic insight into ancient Egyptian history, mythology, and local traditions. Enjoy a more personal experience, discover fascinating stories beyond the usual highlights, and create memorable moments without the restrictions of a group tour.

This experience is ideal for couples, families, friends, first-time visitors, and travelers seeking a private and flexible adventure.

We are committed to providing a pleasant journey and an enjoyable, professionally organized trip, backed by our local knowledge and experience in Luxor.

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At a glance

Duration: 6–7 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–9
Guide: Arabic, English
Operated by: Eyes of Egypt

What is included

Included

Included: Discover Hathor Temple, its stunning Zodiac ceiling, sacred chambers, crypts, and ancient details.
Included: Capture memorable moments among magnificent temples, ancient architecture, and timeless scenery.
Included: Choose transfer only, private guide with transfer, or all-inclusive service with entrance tickets.
Included: Enjoy a pleasant, safe, and well-organized journey delivered by our experienced Luxor-based team.
Included: Ideal for couples, families, friends, and travelers seeking an authentic private Egyptian experience
Included: Tailor your tour, choose your pace, and enjoy a personal experience without group restrictions.
Included: Explore monumental halls, towering columns, sacred sites,and the fascinating legacy of ancient Egypt
Included: Enjoy comfortable private transfers with a smooth journey planned around your preferred schedule.
Included: Learn fascinating stories, mythology, and history from experienced local experts based in Luxor.

Itinerary

Luxor

1 h 30 min

Transfer from Luxor to Dendera, you will have a comfortable and convenient ride to this ancient temple complex located about 60 kilometers north of Luxor. The drive takes approximately one hour and a half to arrive.
Dendera Temple of Hathor

2 hours Admission not included

Dendera Temple Complex (Hathor Temple)

Choose your preferred option:

Self-Guided Private Transfer: Private transfers only. No guide or entrance tickets included.

Private Guide & Transfer: Private transfers with a private guide. Entrance tickets not included.

All-Inclusive Private Tour: Private transfers, private guide, and entrance tickets included.

Temple Visit

Explore the magnificent Hathor Temple, including the Grand Hypostyle Hall, famous Zodiac ceiling, crypts, hidden chambers, and rooftop chapels. Discover the temple’s history, mythology, and ancient Egyptian architecture while enjoying great photo opportunities.
Dendera

1 h 30 min

With our transfer service from Dendera to Luxor, you will have a comfortable and convenient ride back to Luxor, The drive takes approximately one hour and a half to arrive in Luxor. During the drive, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of the Nile River and the surrounding landscapes.
Karnak Open Air Museum

1 h 30 min Admission not included

Karnak Temple

Choose your preferred option:

Self-Guided Private Transfer: Private transfers only. No guide or entrance tickets included.

Private Guide & Transfer: Private transfers with a private guide. Entrance tickets not included.

All-Inclusive Private Tour: Private transfers, private guide, and entrance tickets included.

Temple Visit

Head to Karnak Temple, where your guide will provide the entrance tickets when included in your selected option. Explore one of Egypt’s largest and most impressive temple complexes, dedicated mainly to Amun-Ra, Mut, and Khonsu. Discover its monumental columns, ancient inscriptions, sacred areas, and fascinating history while learning about the temple’s construction and significance in ancient Egyptian civilization.
Luxor

30 min

Relax on your private ride back to your accommodation after a fully guided and personalized experience.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Luxor Airport

We provide pickup from any hotel on the East or West Bank, including guesthouses. Please be ready in the lobby at the scheduled time. Comfortable shoes are recommended. Early booking helps ensure smooth permit processing.

Using your ticket

Ticket Information & Prices

Ticket inclusion depends on the tour option you choose:

Self-Guided Transfer: No guide or tickets included. Guests purchase their own tickets at the official temple entrance.

Private Guide & Transfer: A licensed private guide is included, but entrance tickets are not. Your guide will assist you at the official ticket window.

All-Inclusive Tour: A licensed private guide and entrance tickets to both temples are included in the tour price.

Current Ticket Prices:

Dendera Temple: EGP 300 per person.

Karnak Temple: EGP 600 per person.

Payment: Tickets can be purchased online or at the official temple ticket windows. Credit/debit cards are accepted; cash is not accepted.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

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

Options

All-Inclusive Private Tour

Selected by group size: Modern private air-conditioned transfer with Sedan/SUV (up to 3), Minivan (up to 5), or Van (up to 9 guests).

Guide + Car + Tickets: Includes private transfers, a private guide, and entrance tickets to Dendera and Karnak Temples.

Pickup included
Self-Guided Private Transfer

Selected by group size: Modern private air-conditioned transfer with Sedan/SUV (up to 3), Minivan (up to 5), or Van (up to 9 guests).

Private AC Car ONLY: Private transfer to and from Dendera and Karnak Temples. No guide or entrance tickets included.

Pickup included
Private Guide & Transfer

Selected by group size: Modern private air-conditioned transfer with Sedan/SUV (up to 3), Minivan (up to 5), or Van (up to 9 guests).

Car & Expert Egyptologist: Private transfer with a private guide to explore Dendera and Karnak Temples. Entrance tickets not included.

Pickup included