Ultimate 6-Day Trip to Egypt: Exploring Luxor, Aswan, and Abu Simbel
Embarking on a 6-day journey through Egypt offers an unforgettable adventure into the land of ancient civilization, breathtaking temples, and majestic landscapes. This itinerary covers the highlights of Luxor, Aswan, and the iconic Abu Simbel, providing a perfect blend of history, culture, and scenic beauty. Whether you’re a history enthusiast or a traveler seeking unique experiences, this guide will help you make the most of your Egyptian adventure.
Arriving in Luxor marks the start of your Egyptian exploration. Known as the world’s greatest open-air museum, Luxor is home to the Valley of the Kings, Karnak Temple, and Luxor Temple. After checking into your hotel, spend your afternoon exploring the Karnak Temple complex, a sprawling site dedicated to Theban gods, with stunning hypostyle halls and ancient hieroglyphs. In the evening, enjoy a leisurely stroll along the Nile Corniche, soaking in the vibrant atmosphere of this historic city.
Dedicate your second day to exploring the West Bank of Luxor. Visit the Valley of the Kings, where the tombs of pharaohs like Tutankhamun and Ramses VI are hidden within intricately decorated rock-cut chambers. Continue to the Temple of Hatshepsut, a stunning mortuary temple built for Egypt’s most famous female pharaoh, and the Colossi of Memnon, two massive stone statues guarding the remnants of an ancient funerary temple. This day immerses you in the grandeur of Egypt’s royal past.
Travel south along the Nile River to Aswan, either by a scenic road trip or a comfortable river cruise. The journey offers picturesque views of lush fields and river life. Upon arrival, visit the Aswan High Dam, an engineering marvel that controls the Nile’s flow and prevents flooding. In the late afternoon, take a relaxing felucca boat ride around Elephantine Island and the Botanical Gardens, experiencing traditional Nubian culture and stunning river vistas.
Begin your day with a visit to the Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis, beautifully situated on an island amid the Nile. Then, embark on an unforgettable excursion to Abu Simbel, located approximately 280 km southwest of Aswan. This UNESCO World Heritage site features two colossal rock temples built by Ramses II to commemorate his victory at Kadesh. The temples’ impressive statues and intricate carvings make Abu Simbel a must-see attraction. To maximize your visit, consider arriving early or joining a guided tour.
Return to Luxor by train, car, or river cruise, enjoying the scenic landscapes along the way. Once back in Luxor, you can explore additional sites like the Luxor Museum or relax at a Nile-side cafe. If time permits, indulge in a traditional Egyptian dinner or attend a cultural show featuring local music and dance.
On your final day, take some time for last-minute shopping or a peaceful walk along the Nile. Depending on your flight schedule, arrange transportation to Luxor Airport for your departure, carrying memories of Egypt’s ancient wonders and warm hospitality.
This carefully curated itinerary offers a comprehensive overview of Egypt’s most iconic sites within a manageable timeframe. It balances historical exploration with scenic Nile experiences, making it ideal for travelers seeking an enriching yet adventurous trip. Visiting Luxor, Aswan, and Abu Simbel allows you to witness the grandeur of ancient Egypt up close, from majestic temples and tombs to awe-inspiring rock-cut monuments.
A 6-day trip to Egypt covering Luxor, Aswan, and Abu Simbel encapsulates the essence of ancient Egyptian civilization. From the grandeur of temples and tombs to the tranquility of the Nile, this journey promises a rich tapestry of history, culture, and natural beauty. Pack your curiosity and sense of adventure, and prepare to be amazed by Egypt’s timeless allure.
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
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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. Back to hotel.
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 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 Amunhotep 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 back to your hotel or Airport in Luxor or Train station by your private air-conditioned vehicle.
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. Back to hotel.
Enjoy your Day Tour. Our Ancient Egypt Tours representative will pick you up from your hotel in Luxor by air-conditioned modern vehicle to Train station, 3 hours and reach Aswan city, visit with your Egyptologist tour guide, discover the ancient sites. First, 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. Back to hotel 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 favourite wife Queen Nefertari among other 200 wives and concubines. Proceed to have your lunch at local restaurant. 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 | 1550$ |
| Twin Room | 1400 $ |
| Triple Room | 1300 $ |
| Room Type | Price/Person |
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| Single Room | 1250 $ |
| Twin Room | 950 $ |
| Triple Room | 850 $ |
| Room Type | Price/Person |
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| Single Room | 1375 $ |
| Twin Room | 1075 $ |
| Triple Room | 1000 $ |
| Room Type | Price/Person |
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| Single Room | 970 $ |
| Twin Room | 790 $ |
| Triple Room | 725 $ |
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.
