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Private Three-Day Cairo, Aswan and Abu Simbel Tour from Hurghada
From the Pyramids of Giza to the Temples of Nubia
This extraordinary three-day tour combines Cairo with southern Egypt. Visit the Pyramids of Giza and the Grand Egyptian Museum before flying to Aswan, where you will discover Nubia’s temples and landscapes all the way to Abu Simbel.
Pick-up is available directly from your hotel in Hurghada, El Gouna, Sahl Hasheesh, Makadi Bay, Soma Bay, Safaga, Marsa Alam, or El Quseir.
Why Guests Book This Tour
✅ From 750 € per person, depending on the number of participants
✅ Two overnight stays in a 4-star hotel in Aswan
✅ Domestic flights from Hurghada to Cairo and Cairo to Aswan included
✅ No shopping stops
✅ German- or English-speaking Egyptologist
✅ Admission tickets to all attractions in the standard itinerary included
✅ Breakfast and lunch included
✅ Direct hotel pick-up and return transfer
Highlights of Your Tour
Cairo
Pyramids of Giza
Great Sphinx of Giza
Grand Egyptian Museum
Aswan
Philae Temple
Aswan High Dam
Unfinished Obelisk
Felucca cruise on the Nile
Nubian village
Boat trip through the Nile landscape
Abu Simbel
Great Temple of Ramesses II
Temple of Queen Nefertari
Your Tour Itinerary
Day 1 – Pyramids of Giza and Grand Egyptian Museum
You will be picked up from your hotel early in the morning and transferred to Hurghada Airport. After your flight to Cairo, your Egyptologist will meet you for the first part of your tour.
Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx
On the Giza Plateau, visit the famous pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure.
The Great Pyramid of Khufu is the only surviving Wonder of the Ancient World. Afterward, visit the Great Sphinx, with its lion’s body and human head.
Admission to the interior of certain pyramids is not included in the standard ticket and may be booked separately, subject to availability.
Lunch
After sightseeing, enjoy lunch at a carefully selected restaurant.
Grand Egyptian Museum
Next, visit the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) near Giza.
Its extensive collections take you through different periods of ancient Egyptian history. Highlights include the Tutankhamun Galleries, monumental statues, and numerous original artifacts.
Flight to Aswan
In the evening, fly from Cairo to Aswan. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to your 4-star hotel in Aswan.
Day 2 – Abu Simbel and Aswan
The journey to Abu Simbel begins early in the morning. The drive from Aswan takes approximately three hours each way.
Temples of Abu Simbel
The two monumental rock-cut temples of Ramesses II and Queen Nefertari await you on the shores of Lake Nasser.
The four colossal seated statues on the façade of the Great Temple are among the most famous representations of Ramesses II. Inside, monumental pillared halls and elaborate reliefs lead to the sanctuary.
The smaller temple is equally extraordinary: Nefertari is depicted on its façade at almost the same height as Ramesses II—a rare form of royal representation in ancient Egypt.
Your Egyptologist will also explain the Abu Simbel sun phenomenon and the international rescue operation of the 1960s. During this remarkable project, the temples were dismantled into large stone blocks and reconstructed on higher ground to protect them from the rising waters of Lake Nasser.
Aswan High Dam
After returning to Aswan, visit the High Dam and learn about its role in the creation of Lake Nasser and the changes its construction brought to the region.
Lunch and Felucca Cruise
After lunch, enjoy a felucca cruise on the Nile and experience Aswan from the water.
In the evening, you can stroll through Aswan’s bazaar before returning to your hotel.
Day 3 – Philae, Nubian Village and the Nile Landscape
The final day is dedicated to Aswan and its Nubian surroundings.
Philae Temple
Travel by boat to Philae Temple on Agilkia Island. The temple complex is primarily dedicated to the goddess Isis. It was rescued from the rising waters as part of an international UNESCO campaign and reconstructed on the island.
Unfinished Obelisk
Next, visit the Unfinished Obelisk in the ancient granite quarry. This monument, which remains attached to the bedrock, provides remarkable insights into the techniques the ancient Egyptians used to create their immense stone monuments.
Nubian Village
Continue by boat to a Nubian village, where you will gain insights into Nubian traditions, language, architecture, and everyday life.
Boat Trip Through the Nile Landscape
Your journey continues through the landscape surrounding the First Cataract of the Nile. From the water, you will see the area around the Mausoleum of the Aga Khan and the historic Old Cataract Hotel.
Lunch and Return Journey to Hurghada
After lunch, begin the return journey by private vehicle to Hurghada or your booked hotel on the Red Sea.
A Personal Tip from Our Egyptologist
17 years of experience as an Egyptologist and more than 3,000 guided tours throughout Egypt.
In Aswan, it is especially worthwhile to consider how the different sights are connected. The High Dam fundamentally transformed the region and made the international rescue of numerous Nubian monuments necessary. Both Abu Simbel and Philae were relocated as part of this extraordinary international campaign.
Who Is This Tour Suitable For?
This tour is especially suitable for you if you:
Want to experience both Cairo and southern Egypt in three days
Are interested in Pharaonic history, archaeology, and Nubian culture
Do not mind long driving distances and early departure times
Prefer an individually organized cultural tour to traveling with a large group
Please note: This is an extensive itinerary that includes domestic flights, early departures, long car journeys, and periods of walking and standing during sightseeing. If you have limited mobility or require special assistance, please contact us before booking.
Prices per Person
Participants | Vehicle | Price per person |
|---|---|---|
2 people | Private limousine or comfortable car | 999 € |
3–5 people | Comfortable private minibus | 880 € |
6–8 people | Comfortable private minibus | 750 € |
Includes two overnight stays in a 4-star hotel in Aswan
Single-room supplement: 40 € per night
Please note: Flight times and the order of individual itinerary items may change for organizational reasons. All services included in the booked standard itinerary will remain included.
Please note: This tour is currently provided solely for non-binding travel information and planning purposes. The prices shown are non-binding estimates for guidance only. You are welcome to send us a no-obligation inquiry. Before any potential booking, we will inform you about availability, the final tour price, the relevant tour operator, and the applicable contractual terms and conditions.
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From the Pyramids of Giza to the rock-cut temples of Abu Simbel, an extraordinary journey through several millennia of Egyptian history awaits you.
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