Embark on an indelible exclusive journey from Hurghada to Luxor, a city infused with age-old history and mesmerizing marvels. Uncover the splendor of the Karnak Temple Complex, an expansive outdoor sanctuary showcasing breathtaking temples, soaring columns, and elaborate hieroglyphs. Engage in the enchanting ambiance as you traverse the hallowed precincts and absorb captivating tales of the pharaohs' intrigue.
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Pickup included
Your dedicated chauffeur will collect you from your hotel at approximately 4 am, with a travel duration of approximately 8 hours each way to Luxor.
The Karnak Temple Complex stands as an expansive assembly of structures, including temples, pylons, chapels, and other elements in varying states of decay. Situated near Luxor, Egypt, the appellation "Karnak" is derived from the Arabic word "Khurnaq," signifying a "walled settlement." The greater part of the complex's extant structures trace their origins to the New Kingdom era, which was inaugurated during the rule of Senusret I (reigned 1971–1926 BCE), spanning approximately from 2000 to 1700 BCE. Known as "Ipet-isut" (meaning "The Most Selected of Places") during the 18th dynasty of ancient Egypt, this locale encircling Karnak held paramount significance as the primary temple for the Theban Triad, presided over by the deity Amun. In 1979, it was inducted into the UNESCO World Heritage List alongside the rest of the splendid city of Thebes. El-Karnak, situated 2.5 kilometers to the north of Luxor, takes its name from the adjacent and partially enveloping Karnak complex.
Constructed during the Eighteenth Dynasty of Egypt under the reign of Pharaoh Hatshepsut, the mortuary temple of Hatshepsut, also recognized as the Temple of the Holy of Holies (Egyptian: sr-srw), stands as a remarkable edifice. Situated on the opposite bank of the Nile from Luxor, this site is an essential visit for enthusiasts of ancient architecture. Chiseled into the Deir el-Bahari cliffs, its three expansive terraces soar above the desert landscape beneath. Resting atop the same mountain range as her tomb, KV20, her pyramidal mausoleum, El Qurn, finds its perch. Positioned at the edge of the desert, a kilometer to the east, lies the valley temple, linked to the principal complex through a connecting causeway. The entirety of this structure faces the prominent Eighth Pylon of the Temple of Karnak, a monumental addition by Hatshepsut, from which the grand procession of the Glorious Festival of the Valley would commence.
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