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Luxor - Winter Solstice in Karnak Temple
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Duration - 4 hours, 30 minutes
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Guide optionsGerman, Arabic, English, Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese
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Cancellation PolicyStandard
Overview
Only one day per year, upon the Winter Solstice, you can witness this marvel of extraordinary knowledge of the ancient Egyptians about the science of astronomy. An early rise and a short drive to the Karnak Temple where you experience this exceptional sunrise over the axis of the temple.
Highlights
- Winter Solstice
- Wonder of Astronomy
- Karnak Temple
- Folklore Show
Description
Luxor - Winter Solstice in Karnak Temple
Only one day per year, upon the Winter Solstice, you can witness this marvel of extraordinary knowledge of the ancient Egyptians about the science of astronomy. An early rise and a short drive to the Karnak Temple where you experience this exceptional sunrise over the axis of the temple and the holiest of holy; the sanctuary of the ancient Egyptian God, Amun Ra, God of Sun and Light and Creator of the Universe. The ceremony is adorned with a number of popular folklore dances that represent Luxor heritage.
After the sun moves on to the West Bank towards Hatshepsut Temple, you will have a short time to walk into the Karnak Temple, built by the rulers of Ancient Egypt from the 12th dynasty to the rule of the Ptolemaic pharaohs.
What's included
- Inclusions:
- Private airconditioned transportation
- Pick-up and Drop-off from/to your Luxor Accommodation
- Exclusions:
- Personal Spendings
- Tips and Gratuities
- Sightseeing Entrance fees
- Any other languages than English speaking tour guide is subject for extra charge
Itinerary
- Visited Places:
- Karnak
You will be picked up from your Luxor Accommodation between 4.45 and 5.00AM for a short drive to the Karnak Temple where you will witness the magnificent sunrise over the axis of the temple. Before 08.00 you will have time to walk around the Karnak Temple until 09.00 when you will be brought back to your Luxor Accommodation.
Pick up from a West Bank Accommodation - extra charges apply.
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Luxor - Winter Solstice in Karnak Temple duration is 4 hours, 30 minutes.
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