Luxor East Bank & Banana Island Trip from Hurghada
Overview
From Hurghada we will enjoy a unique tour inside the eastern mainland of Luxor, the city of the great pharaohs. During the day we will have the opportunity to explore two of the greatest and most prestigious temples in Luxor, starting with a visit to the Karnak Temple, the largest religious complex in ancient Egypt, where we will wander between majestic edifices and giant halls such as the Great Hall of Columns, which includes more than 130 towering columns, and learn the secrets of inscriptions and drawings that tell of the greatness of the pharaohs and their religious rituals.
Then we will move to the Luxor Temple overlooking the Nile Corniche, where the fragrant history blends with the beauty of the river scene, to experience the holiness of the location, which served as the focal point of significant religious festivals like the Feast of the Opts, and to view the statues of Ramses II and the pharaonic obelisk.
After a journey filled with the history of the pharaohs and the splendour of the architecture, we will take a peaceful stroll to Banana Island in the middle of the Nile, where we are surrounded by tropical greenery, banana and palm trees in a quiet rural setting away from the hustle and bustle of the city. There we will enjoy a cup of Egyptian tea or fresh juice in the midst of nature and feel the magic of Luxor from a different perspective that combines ancient history with the comfort of nature.
From Hurghada we will enjoy a unique tour inside the eastern mainland of Luxor, the city of the great pharaohs. During the day we will have the opportunity to explore two of the greatest and most prestigious temples in Luxor, starting with a visit to the Karnak Temple, the largest religious complex in ancient Egypt, where we will wander between majestic edifices and giant halls such as the Great Hall of Columns, which includes more than 130 towering columns, and learn the secrets of inscriptions and drawings that tell of the greatness of the pharaohs and their religious rituals.
Then we will move to the Luxor Temple overlooking the Nile Corniche, where the fragrant history blends with the beauty of the river scene, to experience the holiness of the location, which served as the focal point of significant religious festivals like the Feast of the Opts, and to view the statues of Ramses II and the pharaonic obelisk.
After a journey filled with the history of the pharaohs and the splendour of the architecture, we will take a peaceful stroll to Banana Island in the middle of the Nile, where we are surrounded by tropical greenery, banana and palm trees in a quiet rural setting away from the hustle and bustle of the city. There we will enjoy a cup of Egyptian tea or fresh juice in the midst of nature and feel the magic of Luxor from a different perspective that combines ancient history with the comfort of nature.
Inclusion
- Meet and greet service from your hotel in Hurghada by Cairo Top Tours leader.
- Private air conditioning car during your tour.
- All our Luxor sightseeing tours are strictly private.
- Entrance fees and tickets to all the above mentioned sites.
- You will have a tasty lunch in a good quality local restaurant.
- An expert tour guide will be with you during the day tours in Egypt to assist you during your tour.
- Free bottle of water is included during your Egypt Tours.
- Refreshment at a local cafe in Luxor if you have time.
- All service charges and taxes are included.
Exclusion
- Any additional things that are not mentioned in your itinerary.
- Tipping.
- Personal expenses during Luxor day tours.
- Drinks during meals.
- Rates are valid during Christmas and New Year tours in Egypt or Egypt Easter tours.
Itinerary
Our Egyptologist guide will meet you at your hotel in Hurghada at the time you have scheduled with your tour operator. They will then take you to the Hurghada airport to catch your flight to Luxor, where you will begin an amazing journey by visiting the east bank of Luxor, where you can see two of the magnificent temples, including:
The amazing Karnak Temple is more than just a temple; it is a city of temples. The gods Amun-Ra, Mut, and Khonsu were worshipped there, and its gates and other monuments were built over more than two millennia, making it the most significant religious site in antiquity. The Great Ram Road, which connects Karnak to Luxor Temple through elaborate ceremonies, is a lengthy passage flanked by statues of lions' bodies and rams' heads, signifying strength and protection. It greets you as soon as you enter the main gate. We will be amazed by the magnificence of the Great Hall of Columns, one of the greatest architectural feats of ancient Egypt, which consists of 134 massive columns, some of which are up to 23 metres high. Standing between them gives the impression that you are in a massive stone forest, demonstrating the pharaohs' mastery of both construction and decoration. Stories of religious ceremonies and military triumphs are recounted in the inscriptions on the walls and columns, which also demonstrate the strength of the monarchs who have adorned this structure over the centuries.
The Luxor Temple is one of ancient Egypt's most exquisite and poetic constructions. We will enter the temple through the magnificent gate constructed by Ramses II, where you will see his enormous seated statues as though they have been watching over the site for millennia. On the side of the entrance is a beautiful pharaonic obelisk, one of two that were there centuries ago; the other was moved to the Place de la Concorde in Paris. The Hall of Columns, which is characterised by rows of tall columns and other buildings encircled by sphinxes, will be the most noticeable feature when you enter the halls and structures decorated with inscriptions that recount the kings' victories and their religious lives. In the past, there was a lengthy road that connected the temple to Karnak.
After touring the architectural beauty and the history of the pharaohs, you take a leisurely stroll to Banana Island in the middle of the Nile, where you are surrounded by tropical foliage and palm and banana trees in a tranquil rural environment away from the hustle and bustle of the metropolis. Enjoy a cup of Egyptian tea or some fresh juice while you take in the views and discover Luxor's charms from a fresh perspective that combines ancient history with comfort in the centre of nature.
At last, you will be taken back to the drop-off spot where we initially met you.
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Although smaller and less impressive on the surface than its nearby neighbor Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple has a rich history spanning the Pharonic, Roman, Christian, and Muslim eras, making it a very interesting visit.
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