Walk the Avenue of Sphinxes connecting two of the ancient world's greatest temple complexes — Karnak and Luxor — at golden hour, when tour groups thin and the sandstone glows amber. An after-dark visit to Karnak's sound-and-light spectacle caps the evening.
What to expect
Your guide meets you at Qena port and drives you 60 km to Luxor East Bank. Begin with Karnak in late afternoon — the scale of the Great Hypostyle Hall, with its 134 massive columns, is humbling even for seasoned travellers. Walk the recently restored 3 km Sphinx Avenue to Luxor Temple as the sun sets and floodlights ignite the ancient stone. Optional: stay for the Karnak Sound and Light Show before returning to ship.
Good to know
Karnak entry: EGP 220 foreign adult. Luxor Temple entry: EGP 160. Sound & Light Show: EGP 200. If port is overnight or late all-aboard, this evening itinerary is perfectly timed. Confirm all-aboard time before booking the sound-and-light extension.
Sail there
Luxury cruises that call at Qena — book through us, the fare is identical and your concierge stays on your side.