[2025 Luxor Attraction] Travel Guide for Pillar Hall in Karnak Temple (Updated Aug)

#summervacay Luxor Survival Guide (Especially for Summer: May-Sept) 1. Battle the Heat & Sun (Your #1 Enemy): HYDRATE RELENTLESSLY: Carry 3L+ water/person/day. Add electrolytes (powder/tablets). SUN ARMOR: SPF 50+ Sunscreen: Apply 30 mins pre-sun, reapply every 2 hours (more if sweating). Wide-Brimmed Hat: MUST cover neck. UV-Blocking Sunglasses. Lightweight, Loose, Long-Sleeved Shirt & Pants: Linen/cotton is best. Covering skin > exposed skin. UV Umbrella/Parasol: Lifesaver in open sites (Karnak Courtyard, VoK). TIMING IS CRITICAL: START AT DAWN (6 AM SHARP): Finish major outdoor sites (VoK, Hatshepsut, Karnak Courtyard) by 10:00-10:30 AM MAX. MIDDAY (11 AM - 4 PM): RETREAT! AC hotel room, pool, Luxor Museum, Mummification Museum, long lunch in shaded restaurant. NAP. LATE AFTERNOON/EVENING (4 PM+): Explore Luxor Temple, Karnak (if energy remains), Corniche, markets. COOLING AIDS: Cooling towel (soak in water), handheld fan/misting fan. 2. Beat Dehydration & Heat Illness: Symptoms (Act IMMEDIATELY): Headache, dizziness, nausea, cramps, excessive fatigue, dark urine. Get to shade, sit, sip water/electrolytes, cool skin. Heatstroke (EMERGENCY): Confusion, rapid pulse, hot/dry skin, loss of consciousness. CALL FOR HELP IMMEDIATELY. 3. Food & Water Safety: Water: ONLY drink bottled/sealed water. Check seals. Use for brushing teeth. Food: Eat well-cooked, hot food. Peel fruits. Avoid salads/ice from dubious sources. Reputable restaurants/hotels safest. "Pharaoh's Revenge" is real! 4. Smart Transportation: West Bank: Hire a private car/van with A/C + driver for the day. Negotiate price BEFORE getting in. Stops at VoK, Hatshepsut, Habu, etc. Nile Ferry: Cheap & scenic for crossing between East/West Banks. Taxis: Use ride-hailing apps (Careem) if possible, or agree on meter/fare BEFORE ride. Caleches (Horse Carriages) / Donkeys: Only for short, scenic hops if you must. Negotiate firmly beforehand. Welfare concerns exist. Walking (East Bank Corniche): Pleasant early morning or evening. Avoid midday. 5. Cultural Sensitivity & Avoiding Scams: Dress Modestly: Shoulders & knees covered (especially women) shows respect & reduces hassle. "Baksheesh" (Tips): Small change expected for minor services (WC attendants, someone "guiding" you vaguely). Have small bills (5-10 EGP). Not required for shop purchases. The Firm "La, Shukran" (No, Thank You): Essential phrase. Say it firmly, clearly, without stopping walking to overly persistent vendors/touts. Avoid eye contact if needed. Don't feel guilty. "Free" Gifts/Guides: Nothing is free. Politely decline unsolicited "help" or items handed to you. Shops/Prices: Haggle expected in bazaars (start ~50% of asking price). Fixed prices in museums/restaurants. 6. Essential Packing: Footwear: STURDY, broken-in walking shoes/sandals (rocky, uneven terrain). Daypack: For water, sunscreen, hat, umbrella, camera, cash, tissues/WC paper. Power Bank: Phone dies fast using maps/camera. Basic Meds

#summervacay Luxor Attractions Guide & Prices (Approximate - Subject to Change!) 💡 Important Notes on Pricing: Prices are in Egyptian Pounds (EGP) and US Dollars (USD - Approx Equivalents). Foreigner Prices Listed: Egyptian/Arab visitors pay significantly less. Tickets Sold ONLY in EGP: Bring cash (ATMs available near major sites). Extra Tomb Fees: Apply in Valley of the Kings (Seti I, Ramses V/VI, Tutankhamun), Nefertari (QV66). Photography Tickets: Required for non-phone cameras inside tombs/museums (often 300 EGP). ALWAYS CHECK OFFICIAL SOURCES: Ministry of Tourism & Antiquities website or ticket offices for latest prices. Prices can change suddenly. East Bank Attractions Karnak Temple Complex: Foreigner: 300 EGP (~$10 USD) Survival Tip: VAST & exposed. Go at OPENING (6 AM). Hat, water, umbrella essential. Luxor Temple: Foreigner: 260 EGP (~$8.50 USD) Survival Tip: Best visited late afternoon/sunset for cooler temps & stunning lighting. Open evenings. Luxor Museum: Foreigner: 200 EGP (~$6.50 USD) Survival Tip: Air-conditioned refuge! Perfect midday escape. Mummification Museum: Foreigner: 150 EGP (~$5 USD) Survival Tip: Small, fascinating, AC relief. Combine with Corniche walk. West Bank Attractions Valley of the Kings (General Ticket - Covers 3 Standard Tombs): Foreigner: 400 EGP (~$13 USD) Extra Tomb Tickets: Tutankhamun (KV62): 400 EGP (~$13 USD) Seti I (KV17): 1400 EGP (~$45 USD) - Often closed, check! Ramses V/VI (KV9): 120 EGP (~$4 USD) Survival Tip: Hottest, driest, most exposed site. MUST start at 6 AM. Minimal shade. Electrolytes crucial. Hatshepsut's Temple (Deir el-Bahari): Foreigner: 240 EGP (~$8 USD) Survival Tip: Open amphitheater = heat trap. Climb early. Sunscreen neck/ears. Medinet Habu (Ramses III Temple): Foreigner: 200 EGP (~$6.50 USD) Survival Tip: Often less crowded. Great colossal statues & reliefs. Some shaded areas. Valley of the Queens (Covers 3 Standard Tombs): Foreigner: 180 EGP (~$6 USD) Extra Tomb: Nefertari (QV66): 1400 EGP (~$45 USD) - Worth it for preservation. Survival Tip: Similar heat to VoK. Go early. Nefertari tomb has strict time limits. Ramesseum (Memorial Temple of Ramses II): Foreigner: 150 EGP (~$5 USD) Survival Tip: Large, atmospheric, usually quiet. Fallen colossus is iconic. Deir el-Medina (Workmen's Village): Foreigner: 150 EGP (~$5 USD) (Includes village & some tombs) Survival Tip: Fascinating social history. Tombs here have vivid daily life scenes. Tombs of the Nobles: Various Groups: (e.g., Sennofer, Rekhmire, Ramose) ~80-120 EGP (~$2.50-$4 USD) per group ticket (covers multiple tombs). Survival Tip: Often overlooked gems. Can be combined. Some require climbing. Other Hot Air Balloon Ride: Approx: $50-$100 USD (Highly variable - book reputable companies! Safety first). Survival Tip: DEPARTURE ~4:00-4:30 AM! Layer clothing (cold pre-dawn, hot after landing). Magical sunrise views.

A journey to meet the gods at one of the most sacred places in ancient Egypt✨ ⸻ ✨ This is amazing! 🌟 The impressive Great Hypostyle Hall → 134 columns, each about 23 meters high! The huge space that towers like a forest is truly a breathtaking temple. 🦁 Sphinx Path → A sacred path of about 3 km leading to Luxor Temple. Walking under the watchful eye of the lined-up sphinxes feels like a time slip. 🔮 Obelisk & Sacred Pond → The obelisk built by Queen Hatshepsut and the mysterious sacred pond used for rituals are also highlights! ⸻ 💭 Little facts • Construction began about 4,000 years ago, and successive kings added to it 🛠 • The main god is "Amun-Ra" ☀️ • "Karnak" is actually only a part of it, and originally refers to the entire vast temple complex! ⸻ 📸 Recommended ways to enjoy ✔ Mornings are relatively cool and recommended ✔ Photos at dusk, when the shadows of the pillars shine, are also great◎ ✔ Visit together with Luxor Temple and walk along the Sphinx Avenue 🐪 ⸻ Ancient power still remains, and the scale and sanctity of this World Heritage Site are out of this world. No matter where you look, you can experience being "in a myth" 🤍 #absolutelyfreetrip #africacontinent #egypt #egypt #egypttrip #luxor #luxortrip #karnaktemple

#March Travel Support Event The most beautiful lake within the Karnak Temple is the Sacred Lake. This lake, located within the temple, was used for ancient sacrificial rites, and still contains water, creating a mystical atmosphere. If you walk around the lake and admire the scenery reflected with the temple, you can take great pictures.

I was in Egypt for a little over a week, and I got to experience it’s rich history. From ancient temples to street cats, I was never without something to see or do. #travel #egypt #cairo ##luxor #aswan #thingstodo #museums#trip