3-Day Tour to Aswan, Abu Simbel, and Luxor: Discover Egypt’s Rich Heritage
Embark on an unforgettable 3-day journey through Egypt’s most iconic archaeological sites, exploring the ancient wonders of Aswan, Abu Simbel, and Luxor. This comprehensive tour offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and breathtaking scenery, making it an ideal choice for history enthusiasts and travelers seeking an immersive Egyptian experience.
Arrival and Aswan City Tour
Begin your adventure in Aswan, a picturesque city renowned for its tranquil Nile scenery and historical significance. After arriving, check into your hotel and prepare for a day of exploration.
Start with a visit to the Aswan High Dam, one of Egypt’s most impressive engineering feats. Built to control the Nile River’s flooding and generate hydroelectric power, the dam offers insight into modern Egypt’s development. Next, take a short boat ride to the Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis. Located on Agilkia Island, this stunning temple complex showcases ancient Egyptian architecture and religious practices.
Nile Felucca Ride and Local Markets
In the afternoon, enjoy a relaxing felucca cruise on the Nile, giving you a unique perspective of the city and its lush riverbanks. Later, explore the vibrant Aswan Souk, where you can shop for traditional handicrafts, spices, and souvenirs, immersing yourself in local culture.
Early Morning Drive to Abu Simbel
On the second day, embark on an early morning drive or a short flight to Abu Simbel, home to the awe-inspiring rock-cut temples built by Pharaoh Ramses II. The journey takes approximately 3 hours by road, offering scenic views of the desert and Nile.
Visit the Abu Simbel Temples
Arrive at Abu Simbel and marvel at these UNESCO World Heritage sites. The larger temple is dedicated to Ramses II and features colossal statues of the pharaoh himself. The smaller temple honors Queen Nefertari and the gods Amun, Ra-Horakhty, and Ptah. The temples are renowned for their precise construction, alignment with the sun during solstices, and intricate hieroglyphic carvings depicting Ramses II’s military victories.
Return to Aswan or Luxor
After exploring Abu Simbel, return to Aswan to rest or continue your journey south to Luxor for the next day’s adventures.
West Bank – Valley of the Kings and Colossi of Memnon
Kick off your day with a visit to the Valley of the Kings, the burial site of Egypt’s New Kingdom pharaohs, including Tutankhamun. Wander through elaborately decorated tombs that reveal the grandeur of ancient Egyptian burial practices. Nearby, visit the Colossi of Memnon, two massive stone statues representing Pharaoh Amenhotep III, which stand as silent guardians of the Theban Necropolis.
East Bank – Karnak and Luxor Temples
In the afternoon, explore the Karnak Temple Complex, an immense religious site dedicated to Amun-Ra. Marvel at its massive pylons, sacred lake, and the Hypostyle Hall with its towering columns. Then, visit the Luxor Temple, a beautifully illuminated monument at the heart of the city, known for its grand entrance and the avenue of sphinxes connecting it to Karnak.
This carefully curated tour provides an efficient way to experience Egypt’s most iconic archaeological sites within a short timeframe. It combines historical exploration, cultural immersion, and scenic Nile views, offering a comprehensive snapshot of Egypt’s ancient civilization.
A 3-day tour to Aswan, Abu Simbel, and Luxor is the perfect way to delve into Egypt’s rich history and marvel at its monumental architecture. Whether you’re fascinated by ancient temples, royal tombs, or engineering marvels, this itinerary promises an enriching adventure that will leave you awe-inspired and eager to explore more of Egypt’s timeless wonders. Book your tour today and embark on a journey through the heart of ancient Egypt!
Welcome to Egypt. Our airport transfer team is available 24/7. As soon as you get out of the exit gate of the Terminal, you will find Ancient Egypt Tours representative, holding a sign, waiting to meet and greet you. He will escort you to your private A/C vehicle. You will be transferred to the hotel and the reception manager will assist you in check-in procedures as smooth as possible. Ancient Egypt Tours agent will contact you to agree on a meeting time with you
In case you arrive early then check-in limit you can enjoy waiting in the hotel until check-in time or you can ask your operator to book you a pre-tour extra night and get checked in immediately
Optional Tour:
2-hour open buffet dinner Nile cruise including a belly dancer, local band and skirt rotation performer if your tour starts in Cairo
Sound and Light show if available
Overnight in Aswan
Enjoy your Abu Simbel Day Trip from Aswan. Our Ancient Egypt Tours Representative will pick you up from your hotel in Aswan by a PRIVATE air-conditioned vehicle. It is about 03 hours and half, one way driving from Aswan to Abu Simbel. You will enjoy Abu Simbel area with its main attraction “the great sun temple of Ramses II” and the temple of queen Nefertari. Both temples were discovered in 1813 it was almost completely covered with sand. Then both temples were moved in 1960 by the help of Egyptian government and UNESCO to avoid the rising water of the Nile. Ramses II built the temple mostly to honour himself as inside there is a mural depicting his famous victory at Kadesh battle where his army defeated his enemies. On the north of Ramses temple, the Nefertari Temple which was built by Ramses II to his favorite wife Queen Nefertari among other 200 wives and concubines. After completing the visit,
Then move visit to the High Dam, an engineering miracle built in 1960 protecting Egypt from annual floods from the Nile.
Then proceed to visit the Unfinished Obelisk which shows the techniques used by the ancient Egyptians to cut obelisks. Most probably this obelisk belongs to Queen Hatshepsut, one of the rulers of the 18th Dynasty and the royal wife of king Tuthmosis II. This queen was the owner of her Temple in the eastern bank of Luxor. Also there is an opinion said that it belongs to Queen Nefertiti.
Move on to visit the majestic Philae Temple which was built on the honor of Goddess Isis the chief deity of the island. you will be taken to the train station and transferred to Luxor city and accommodated in a hotel in Luxor city.
Enjoy your Luxor Day Tour. Our Ancient Egypt Tours representative will pick you up from your hotel in Luxor to enjoy a day tour in the amazing city Luxor. transferring to the west bank where you will visit the Valley of the Kings, the magnificence of the grandeur of architecture, which was used for burial, there are many kings buried in this valley. The most known tombs are King Tutmosis I, Tutmosis III, Tut-Ankh-Amon, King Ramssess VI, King Mrenptah and AmonhotepII.
Move on to visit the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, which was built by Queen Hatshepsut, daughter of Thutmosis I, who ruled Egypt about 20 years during the 18th Dynasty (approximately 1490-1469 B.C), the only pharaonic woman who reigned ancient Egypt.
You will pass by the colossi of Memnon which are remains of the mortuary temple of Amenhotep III. Continue driving to the east bank of Luxor to enjoy having your lunch at a local restaurant, before moving to visit Karnak Temples, the greatest example of worship in the history, dedicated to the God Amon, his wife Mut and their son Khonsu.
End your tour by visiting the Temple of Luxor, it was built by Amenhotep III in 18th Dynasty in the New Kingdom, and it was completed by Ramesses II during the 19th Dynasty. Later you will be driven Back to your hotel or Airport or tarin station in Luxor.
Attention
If traveling by flight on the same day, travel time must be after 5 pm Egypt time.
Ancient Egypt Tours had a great time with you and hope you have enjoyed your time and was satisfied with the services you were offered.
| Room Type | Price/Person |
|---|---|
| Single Room | 680 $ |
| Twin Room | 420 $ |
| Triple Room | 380 $ |
| Room Type | Price/Person |
|---|---|
| Single Room | 460 $ |
| Twin Room | 330 $ |
| Triple Room | 280 $ |
| Room Type | Price/Person |
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| Single Room | 520 $ |
| Twin Room | 420 $ |
| Triple Room | 360 $ |
| Room Type | Price/Person |
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| Single Room | 380 $ |
| Twin Room | 275 $ |
| Triple Room | 240 $ |
Price quotes are in USD per person per tour except for celebration. Please inquire for the prices of New Year, Christmas and Easter.
Tipping for a job well done is customary and highly expected in Egypt though it is not obligatory. Please feel welcomed but not obliged to offer a tip to your service provider
Notes:
Children policy is applied to children who share rooms with their parents (Maximum 1 OR 2 Child under 5 years old sharing parent’s room)
Children policy is not applied on all kinds of transportation (Flight, train or bus) full ticket payment is required
We are offering a considerable down payment of just 20% to secure your space on the tour including hotel room, cruise cabin, domestic flight ticket, and other travel-related services and 30% during Christmas, New Year and Easter Holidays. The remaining balance can be paid up to two days prior to your arrival date or in cash upon arrival at the destination. Therefore, your booking will be a risk-free investment.
In case you cancel your trip, the following charges will be applied:
At any time after your booking is confirmed, Ancient Egypt Tours holds a 20% non-refundable deposit
7 days or less before departure, we will retain the 50% payment you have paid in relation to your booking.
We advise all clients to purchase travel insurance in the event that travel is unexpectedly interrupted due to illness. To confirm the booking, the client must pay a deposit of 20% of the total tour price.
Should the reservation be canceled, customers will be charged a fee depending on how far beyond the departure date the cancellation is made. To cancel, the Customer must notify the Tour Organizer in writing.
Full payment forfeiture in case of no show
All Transportation tickets are nonrefundable and there’s also a 5% transaction fee on refunds.
Here, at Ancient Egypt Tours, we prioritize your well-being and safety above all else and for that reason, we have adapted our cancellation policy to reflect our values. We offer a very flexible cancellation policy in case the government or the airline issues a NOT TO TRAVEL warning to the designated destination. In the event of this happening, we will refund you the amount paid according to cancellation policy, unless you prefer to keep your payment available for future travel credit and travel voucher that can be used towards any of the destinations, we operate tours in. You have the flexibility to apply this amount towards new travel services booked. Reservations will be adjusted to reflect these travel credits automatically.
After your tour is confirmed, we will email final confirmation and voucher to print and bring with you. Details will include contact numbers of your tour operator and customer care and additional information for your convenience.
