Sound and Light Show in Egypt 2026: Schedule, Prices & Tickets

Egypt has six official sound and light shows: the Giza Pyramids, Karnak in Luxor, Philae and Abu Simbel near Aswan, Edfu Temple and Qaitbay Citadel in Alexandria. Official tickets cost $15 to $25 for adults and $8 to $14 for children aged 6 to 12, and the shows run in the evening.

Prices and timetables below were checked on 18 October 2026 on the operator’s own website (Misr Company for Sound, Light and Tourism Development). The operator states that dates are subject to change, so we reconfirm every booking.

Which sound and light shows are there in Egypt?

Six sites run a nightly show, all operated by the same company. A seventh product, a virtual-reality experience of the Giza Pyramids, is sold separately.

Show	City	Adult ticket	Child (6–12)	Evening times
Giza Pyramids & Sphinx	Giza (Cairo)	$20	$11	Evening; we confirm your session
Karnak Temple	Luxor	$20	$11	20:00 English · 21:00 all languages
Philae Temple	Aswan	$20	$11	20:00 and 21:00; language depends on the day
Abu Simbel Temples	Abu Simbel (Aswan)	$20	$11	20:00 and 21:00, all languages
Edfu Temple	Edfu	$15	$8	20:00 and 21:00, all languages
Qaitbay Citadel	Alexandria	$25	$14	20:30 and 21:30, English–Arabic

Prices in US dollars as listed by the operator. VIP seats: Giza $26, Qaitbay $30.

How much are sound and light show tickets in Egypt?

Official tickets for foreign visitors are $20 for adults at Giza, Karnak, Philae and Abu Simbel, $15 at Edfu and $25 at Qaitbay Citadel. Children aged 6 to 12 pay $11 ($8 at Edfu, $14 at Qaitbay). Egyptian press reported EGP 1,000 for foreign adults and EGP 100 for Egyptian adults at Karnak in April 2026.

Packages with hotel pickup, a guide or dinner cost more than the bare ticket, and some hotels and agencies add taxes and service charges, so always compare what is included. Our Giza evening tour (hotel pickup and drop-off in Cairo or Giza, air-conditioned vehicle and entry tickets) starts at €48 per person.

What are the show times and languages?

The operator publishes a weekly timetable for each site. Shows are narrated in up to 10 languages, and each session has its own language:

Karnak: 20:00 English every day; 21:00 all languages (Thursday: Arabic).
Philae: Monday and Friday 20:00 English, 21:00 all languages · Tuesday to Thursday 20:00 French, 21:00 Spanish · Saturday 20:00 all languages, 21:00 Arabic · Sunday all languages at both times.
Abu Simbel and Edfu: 20:00 and 21:00 every day, all languages.
Qaitbay Citadel (Alexandria): 20:30 and 21:30 every day, English–Arabic. Translation headsets are handed out against a passport or a guide ID.
Giza Pyramids: the operator’s page shows no timetable. Operators report winter sessions between 18:30 and 20:30 and later starts in summer and Ramadan, each session in a different language. Our evening tour leaves your hotel at 18:30 or 19:30, and we confirm the language before you pay.

Egypt changes its clocks with the seasons and the shows move by about an hour with them, so check the timetable again close to your date.

Is there a minimum number of guests for the second show?

Yes. The second nightly show runs only when enough tickets are sold, but shows booked through the operator’s website are held without a limit. This is why booking ahead matters:

Giza: 5 foreigners or 5 Arabic tickets (Thursday is a full show).
Karnak and Philae: 5 foreigners.
Edfu: 6 foreigners or 10 Egyptians.
Qaitbay Citadel: 6 foreigners or 20 Egyptians.
Abu Simbel: first show 50 Egyptians or 10 foreigners; second show at least 10 tourists.

Which sound and light show is best?

First time in Egypt: Giza. The three pyramids and the Sphinx are lit and lasers cross the plateau (about one hour).
Temples and a walk: Karnak. About 75 minutes: roughly 45 walking through the halls, then 30 seated facing the Sacred Lake.
Most romantic setting: Philae, the island temple of Isis in Aswan. Ask about the evening boat when you book.
Remote and rare: Abu Simbel, 280 km from Aswan, best combined with an overnight stay.
Lowest price: Edfu at $15, the temple of Horus between Luxor and Aswan.
On the Mediterranean: Qaitbay Citadel in Alexandria, $25, with translation devices.

How long does it take and what should I bring?

Plan about one hour for the show itself (Karnak about 75 minutes) and 2 to 3 hours including transfers. Evenings are cool from October to March, so bring a warm layer, and wear comfortable shoes at Karnak, where you walk between halls.

How do you get to each show?

We run private fixed-price transfers across Egypt, so you can reach every show and return to your hotel:

Giza Pyramids: Cairo Airport to Giza Pyramids transfer · Sphinx Airport to Giza Pyramids transfer
Karnak (Luxor): Luxor Airport to Luxor City transfer · Hurghada to Luxor transfer
Philae and Abu Simbel (Aswan): Aswan Airport to Aswan City transfer · Aswan to Abu Simbel transfer
Qaitbay Citadel (Alexandria): Alexandria airport to city transfer

How do I book with TUT VOYAGES and what do I receive?

We book the show for you. Choose the Giza Pyramids Sound and Light Show tour (hotel pickup, vehicle and entry tickets included, from €48) or the Karnak Sound and Light evening tour (transfer and host from $20 per person; the official show ticket is bought separately and we can issue it for you), or message us for Philae, Abu Simbel, Edfu or Qaitbay.

You receive the official QR e-ticket issued through the government ticketing system, ready to scan at the entrance. Official tickets are non-refundable once issued, so confirm the date, session and language with us before paying. The operator allows one rescheduling request at least 24 hours before the show, subject to availability.

WhatsApp booking: +20 114 421 1142

Sound and light show in Egypt: frequently asked questions

Do I need to book sound and light show tickets in advance?

Yes, especially from December to March. Shows booked through the operator’s website are held without a limit, while the second nightly show only runs when the minimum number of guests is reached.

Are the shows open every night?

Yes, each site lists nightly sessions. The language changes by day: Karnak has an Arabic session on Thursday and Giza runs a full show on Thursday. Dates are subject to change.

Can children go to the sound and light show?

Children aged 6 to 12 pay the reduced official price ($11 at most sites). For younger children the rules differ by operator, so ask us when you book.

Can I get a refund on a sound and light show ticket?

No. The operator’s tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable. You can ask for one rescheduling at least 24 hours before the show, subject to availability.

What happens if the weather is bad?

The operator does not publish a weather rule. Message us on WhatsApp and we will check with the operator for your date.

Which language should I choose?

Pick the session in your language from the weekly timetable above. If there is none, choose an all-languages session or ask us which session fits your language.

Sources: official show pages and cancellation policy on soundandlight.show · checked 18 October 2026. Durations and Giza start times come from tour operators and are approximate.