Other activities in Nile Valley
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Ace
ACE was opened in 2000 by a British-run charity to give free treatment for the working animals of Egyptians, particularly donkeys and horses, and it is today a great veterinary hospital and animal welfare centre seeing up to 200 animals a day. For those distressed by the state of the horses in Luxor streets, you may like to see what is done here. The centre also runs an education program receiving 80 local children a day, aiming to impart a love and care for animals. This is a great place to visit, and foreign children can spend the day at the centre to help care for the animals. Volunteers and donations are very welcome.
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Sound and Light Show
Karnak’s highly kitsch sound and light show is a 1½-hour Hollywood-style extravaganza that recounts the history of Thebes and the lives of the many pharaohs who built here in honour of Amun. It’s worth a visit particularly for the walk through the beautifully lit Amun temple enclosure at night.
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Karnak Travel
Government-run travel agency that offers a range of classic good-value tours in and around Luxor, with English-speaking guides, at fixed prices. It’s at the tourist office opposite the train station.
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7 Days 7 Ways
A good place to rent bikes is from restaurant 7 days 7 ways, which also organises cycling tours around Luxor.
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Jolley’s Travel & Tours
This reputable company, next to the Old Winter Palace Hotel, also runs day trips to the main sites.
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Min Travel
Min Travel organises felucca day trips to Dendara from US$32 per person.
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