Sound & Light Show at Karnak Temples

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Have you ever wondered what life have been thousands years ago? You will know about them through the splendid Sound and Light Show at the Karnak Temples, the greatest example of worship in history and was dedicated to the God Amon, his wife Mut and their son Khonsu. It was constructed from the beginning of the Middle Kingdom to the Greco Roman Kingdom. You will be transferred to see the Karnak Temples where you will attend the spectacular Sound and Light production. This spectacle will take about 75-minute first takes you around the temple grounds, and finally the last act is played while you are seated along the Great Sacred Lake. The performance relates the history of Luxor as the capital of the ancient world.

Experience the beauty of the Temples of Karnak illuminated against the darkness of night as the pharaohs of the New Kingdom take you on a journey into Ancient Egypt during your stay in Luxor.

Depart for the Sound and Light Show at Karnak from your Luxor hotel of cruise ship for an evening of entertainment Egyptian style! The show begins as you walk along the Avenue of Sphinx, passing through the towering facade into the Great Court. Walking through the complex a booming Pharaoh's voice narrates the history of Upper Egypt and the New Kingdom as the various additions left by rulers such as King Tutankhamun, Ramses II and Queen Hatshepsut are illuminated against the night sky.

The second part of the Sound and Light Show at Karnak finds you seated 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 complex is very dark and commentary loud which younger children may find frightening.

Inclusion

Sound and Light Show; Hotel pickup and drop off (selected hotels only).

Exclusion

Food and drinks, unless specified; Gratuities (optional).

Hours of operation

Pick up from your hotel is approximately 1 hour prior to show start time (exact pick-up time to be confirmed at time of booking).

Duration

Approximately 1.5 - 2 hours.

Location Tour departs from centrally located Luxor hotels or Luxor Port. Tour returns to original departure point.

Additional Information The ground in and around Karnak is uneven and sandy. Please wear comfortable, flat walking shoes.

Location

Tour departs from centrally located Luxor hotels or Luxor Port. Tour returns to original departure point.

Additional Information The ground in and around Karnak is uneven and sandy. Please wear comfortable, flat walking shoes.

Policies This tour require 2 passengers minimum in order to operate. Complete information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, will be included on your Confirmation Voucher.

All information requested must be supplied or booking is subject to automatic cancellation