4-Day Luxor, Aswan & Abu Simbel Tour: An Unforgettable Egyptian Adventure
Embark on a captivating 4-day journey through the heart of Egypt, exploring the ancient wonders of Luxor, Aswan, and Abu Simbel. This carefully curated tour offers travelers an immersive experience into Egypt’s rich history, majestic temples, and iconic monuments. Whether you’re a history enthusiast or a traveler seeking breathtaking landscapes, this itinerary promises an unforgettable adventure.
Day 1: Luxor – The World’s Greatest Open-Air Museum
Your Egyptian adventure begins in Luxor, often dubbed the world’s greatest open-air museum. Start your day early with a visit to the West Bank, home to the Valley of the Kings. Here, you’ll explore the tombs of Pharaohs, including the renowned tomb of Tutankhamun. Marvel at the intricate hieroglyphics and colorful wall paintings that have survived thousands of years.
Next, head to the nearby Valley of the Queens, where the queens and princes of ancient Egypt were buried. Don’t miss the tomb of Queen Nefertari, celebrated for its stunning frescoes. Afterward, visit the mortuary temples of the West Bank, such as Medinet Habu, which offers insights into ancient Egyptian religious practices.
In the afternoon, cross the Nile to the East Bank to visit Luxor Temple. This magnificent complex, illuminated beautifully at night, was dedicated to the rejuvenation of kingship. Conclude your day with a relaxing stroll along the Nile promenade, soaking in the tranquil sunset views.
Day 2: Karnak Temple and Luxor Museum
Begin your second day at the Karnak Temple Complex, one of Egypt’s most impressive archaeological sites. Wander through the vast courtyards, explore the massive hypostyle hall, and admire the towering columns adorned with hieroglyphic inscriptions. The temple’s grandeur offers a glimpse into ancient Egyptian religious life.
In the afternoon, visit the Luxor Museum, which houses a remarkable collection of artifacts excavated from local sites. Learn about Egypt’s Pharaonic history through statues, jewelry, and mummies. Optional: Enjoy a traditional Egyptian dinner at a local restaurant, savoring authentic flavors.
Day 3: Aswan & Philae Temple
Travel south to Aswan, a city renowned for its scenic Nile views and historical significance. Start your day with a boat ride to the island of Philae, home to the beautiful Temple of Isis. This temple, relocated to prevent flooding from Lake Nasser, is a stunning example of ancient Egyptian architecture and devotion to the goddess Isis.
Next, visit the Aswan High Dam, an engineering marvel that transformed the region and provides hydroelectric power. Take a leisurely walk along the Corniche, enjoying views of the Nile and the Nubian villages. If time permits, explore the Unfinished Obelisk, which offers insights into ancient stone carving techniques.
Day 4: Abu Simbel & Return to Cairo
On your final day, embark early morning to Abu Simbel, home to the awe-inspiring rock-cut temples of Ramses II and Queen Nefertari. These colossal temples, carved into mountain cliffs, were relocated in their entirety to save them from flooding during the construction of the Aswan High Dam. Marvel at the colossal statues of Ramses II and the intricate carvings depicting his victories.
After visiting Abu Simbel, return to Aswan and catch a flight or train back to Cairo, or extend your stay in Egypt to explore more of its treasures.
Why Choose This 4-Day Tour?
This compact itinerary offers a perfect blend of Egypt’s most iconic sites, combining ancient temples, royal tombs, and monumental structures. It caters to travelers seeking a comprehensive experience in a short time, highlighting Egypt’s historical grandeur and natural beauty.
Conclusion
A 4-day tour to Luxor, Aswan, and Abu Simbel provides an enriching journey through Egypt’s ancient civilization. From the majestic temples of Luxor and Karnak to the serene Nile landscapes of Aswan and the awe-inspiring Abu Simbel temples, this tour is a must-do for history lovers and adventure seekers alike. Book your Egyptian adventure today and step back in time to explore one of the world’s most fascinating destinations.
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:
Sound and Light show if available
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. Start your tour by a visit to the Valley of the Kings was created and used from approximately 1539 BC to 1075 BC. It contains some 60 tombs, starting with Thutmose I and ending with Ramses X or XI. The official name of the site was The Great and Majestic Necropolis of the Millions of Years of the Pharaoh, Life, Strength, Health in The West of Thebes, or more usually, the Great Field. The most famous tomb is KV62, the Tomb of King Tutankhamun. The discovery of King Tut’s tomb was made by Howard Carter in 1922, Tutankhamun’s tomb was the first royal tomb to be discovered that was still largely intact.
Then you will continue the tour to visit the Hatshepsut temple at El Deir El Bahary, this impressive temple was dedicated to Queen Hatshepsut the only female pharaoh. It rises out of the desert in a series of terraces and merges with the sheer limestone cliffs that surround it. Proceed to the two colossal statues of Amenhotep III, Colossi of Memnon are the two massive stone statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III. For 3,400 years they have sat in the Theban necropolis, across the River Nile from the city of Luxor. The original function of the Colossi was to stand guard at the entrance to Amenhotep’s memorial temple or mortuary temple.
Then move to visit to the Karnak Temples, the greatest example of worship in history and was dedicated to the God Amon, his wife Mut and their son Khonsu. It was constructed from the beginning of the Middle Kingdom to the Graeco Roman Kingdom.
Then move to Luxor Temple. It was built by Amenhotep III in 18th Dynasty in the New Kingdom, and it was completed by Ramesses II during the 19th Dynasty. King Ramses II was the most famous king in the 19th Dynasty. He ruled Egypt for about 67 years. It was dedicated to the great god Amun-Ra, his wife Mut and their son Khonsu together representing the Theban triad. Enjoy visiting Obelisk of Ramses II in front of the 1st Pylon. and then you be transferred Train station to go to Aswan and 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.
Back to Aswan and start 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. Later you will be transferred Train station to go to Luxor and overnight in Luxor
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before you leave to the airport for your flight back home. Ancient Egypt Tours representative will pick you up and transfer you to the airport.
If your flight is early before breakfast time you can make arrangements with the hotel to prepare a breakfast box for you to take it on your way to the airport
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 |
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| Single Room | 850 $ |
| Twin Room | 600 $ |
| Triple Room | 550 $ |
| Room Type | Price/Person |
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| Single Room | 600 $ |
| Twin Room | 450 $ |
| Triple Room | 380 $ |
| Room Type | Price/Person |
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| Single Room | 750 $ |
| Twin Room | 550 $ |
| Triple Room | 550 $ |
| Room Type | Price/Person |
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| Single Room | 450 $ |
| Twin Room | 350 $ |
| Triple Room | 300 $ |
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.
