# Karnak Temple Sound & Light Show

- Destination: Luxor
- Duration: 90 Minutes
- Price: from USD 60.75 per adult (prices are shown in USD, EUR and EGP at booking)
- Meeting point: Hotel lobby pickup in Luxor.
- Best for: History lovers and curious travelers
- Booking: online; "Reserve Now, Pay Later" is available (no online payment is needed to hold a booking)
- Page: https://www.sunnyegypttravels.com/en/trips/karnak-sound-and-light-show
- Last updated: 2026-10-09

Walk through Karnak Temple lit up at night while a narrated show reveals its 2,000-year construction story.

After sunset, Karnak Temple transforms into an open-air stage for history. Massive columns, obelisks, and courtyards are lit dramatically as you walk through them, while a narrated soundtrack traces the temple's construction across more than 2,000 years — from the Middle Kingdom through the Ptolemaic era.

The show blends light, music, and storytelling in a way that makes the ancient stone feel alive, offering a quieter, more atmospheric perspective than a daytime visit. It's a chance to really absorb the scale and history of Thebes without the crowds.

Great for families, couples, or anyone curious about ancient Egypt, the experience moves at a relaxed pace so you can take in each illuminated section as the story unfolds around you.

## Highlights

- Illuminated Karnak Temple at night
- Walking narrated history show

## What's included

- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Show entrance ticket

## What's not included

- Food and drinks
- Photos & videos (not included in the price)

## Itinerary

1. **~17:30–18:30** — Hotel pickup in Luxor: Pickup from your hotel lobby after sunset.
2. **~19:00** — Walking show through Karnak: Walk through the lit columns, obelisks and courtyards while the narration tells the story of the temple.
3. **~21:00** — Return to your hotel: Drop-off back at your hotel.

## Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 3 days before the trip.

## Frequently asked questions

**What is the show?**
A walking show after sunset: Karnak's columns and courtyards are lit while a narrated soundtrack traces the temple's history.

**How long is it?**
About 90 minutes.

**What is included?**
Hotel pickup and drop-off and the show ticket.

**Are food and drinks included?**
No. Food and drinks are not included.

**Is it suitable for families?**
Yes. It suits families, couples and anyone curious about ancient Egypt.

**What is the cancellation policy?**
Free cancellation up to 3 days before the trip.