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Private Three-Day Tour to Luxor, Aswan and Abu Simbel from Hurghada
From Luxor’s Royal Tombs to the Rock-Cut Temples of Abu Simbel
This journey takes you through Upper Egypt from Luxor to Aswan and Abu Simbel. Explore royal tombs and monumental temples, discover the Nile landscape around Aswan, and visit the famous rock-cut temples on the shores of Lake Nasser.
Hotel pickup is available directly from Hurghada, El Gouna, Sahl Hasheesh, Makadi Bay, Soma Bay, Safaga, Marsa Alam, and El Quseir.
Why Guests Book This Tour
✅ From 450 € per person, depending on the number of participants
✅ Exclusive private tour
✅ One night in a 4-star hotel in Luxor and one night in a 4-star hotel in Aswan
✅ No shopping stops
✅ German- or English-speaking Egyptologist
✅ Admission tickets to all attractions in the standard itinerary included
✅ Two breakfasts and three lunches included
✅ Direct hotel pick-up and return transfer
Highlights of Your Tour
Valley of the Kings
Temple of Queen Hatshepsut
Colossi of Memnon
Karnak Temple
Felucca cruise on the Nile
Philae Temple
Aswan High Dam
Unfinished Obelisk
Great Temple of Ramesses II at Abu Simbel
Temple of Queen Nefertari
Your Tour Itinerary
Day 1 – Luxor: Royal Tombs and Karnak
Your journey from your hotel on the Red Sea to Luxor begins early in the morning.
Valley of the Kings
Your first stop on the West Bank of the Nile is the famous Valley of the Kings. Numerous rulers of the New Kingdom were buried here in elaborately decorated rock-cut tombs.
The standard itinerary includes admission to three of the regularly open royal tombs.
Temple of Queen Hatshepsut
Next, visit the terraced Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari. Your Egyptologist will show you the reliefs depicting her famous expedition to the Land of Punt and explain the extraordinary story of this remarkable ruler.
Colossi of Memnon
A short stop takes you to the two monumental Colossi of Memnon, which once stood in front of the vast mortuary temple of Amenhotep III.
Lunch and Karnak Temple
After lunch, cross to the East Bank of the Nile and visit Karnak Temple.
The Great Hypostyle Hall, with its 134 monumental columns, is particularly impressive. Obelisks, pylons, courtyards, and the Sacred Lake reveal how Karnak developed over many generations into one of ancient Egypt’s most important religious centers.
Overnight stay in a 4-star hotel in Luxor.
Day 2 – Aswan: Philae and the Nile Landscape
After breakfast, leave Luxor and continue to Aswan.
Philae Temple
Travel by motorboat to Philae Temple on Agilkia Island.
Primarily dedicated to the goddess Isis, the temple complex was relocated to higher ground as part of an international UNESCO rescue campaign to protect it from the rising waters.
Aswan High Dam
Next, visit the High Dam and learn more about its importance to Egypt and the creation of Lake Nasser.
Unfinished Obelisk
At Aswan’s ancient granite quarry, see the Unfinished Obelisk. The monument, which remains attached to the bedrock, provides remarkable insights into the techniques the ancient Egyptians used to create their immense stone monuments.
Lunch and Felucca Cruise
After lunch, enjoy a traditional felucca cruise on the Nile and experience Aswan from the water.
In the evening, there will be time for a stroll through Aswan’s bazaar.
Overnight stay in a 4-star hotel in Aswan.
Day 3 – Abu Simbel
The journey from Aswan to Abu Simbel begins early in the morning.
Great Temple of Ramesses II
On the shores of Lake Nasser, visit the monumental rock-cut temple of Ramesses II. Its façade, dominated by four colossal seated statues, immediately conveys the temple’s immense political and religious significance.
Inside, pillared halls and richly decorated chambers lead to the sanctuary.
Temple of Queen Nefertari
Directly beside it stands the smaller temple dedicated to Queen Nefertari and the goddess Hathor.
The depiction of the queen on the façade is particularly remarkable: Nefertari appears at almost the same monumental height as Ramesses II.
The Rescue of Abu Simbel
When the creation of Lake Nasser threatened the temples, they were dismantled, relocated to higher ground, and reassembled as part of an international UNESCO campaign. More than one thousand blocks were moved during the project, and the new site is approximately 64 meters higher than the original location.
Your Egyptologist will also explain the special alignment of the Great Temple and the famous Abu Simbel sun phenomenon.
After the visit, return to Aswan. Enjoy lunch there before beginning the journey back to your 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.
Pay particular attention to how the landscape and architecture change as you travel south from Luxor to Aswan. Philae and Abu Simbel also tell an important modern story: both sites were relocated as part of the international campaign to protect Nubian monuments threatened by the construction of the Aswan High Dam.
Who Is This Tour Suitable For?
This cultural tour is especially suitable for you if you:
Want to experience Luxor, Aswan, and Abu Simbel on one continuous journey
Are interested in Pharaonic history and archaeology
Want to combine several regions of Upper Egypt
Prefer an individually organized tour to traveling with a large group
Please note: This tour includes early departure times, long driving distances, and periods of walking and standing at archaeological sites. If you have limited mobility or require special assistance, please contact us before booking.
Prices per Person
Participants | Vehicle | Price per person |
|---|---|---|
1–2 people | Private limousine or comfortable car | 680 € |
3–5 people | Comfortable private minibus | 580 € |
6–8 people | Comfortable private minibus | 450 € |
Includes one overnight stay in a 4-star hotel in Luxor and one overnight stay in a 4-star hotel in Aswan
Single-room supplement: 40 € per night
Please note: The order of individual sightseeing stops may be adjusted 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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Discover the royal tombs and temples of Luxor, Aswan’s Nile landscape, and the monumental rock-cut temples of Abu Simbel on a private three-day tour.
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