Egypt · Culture

2-Day Aswan and Abu Simbel Tour from Luxor with Nubian Village

2 Days Round trip from Luxor Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Visit the majestic Philae Temple in Aswan, dedicated to Goddess Isis
02 Explore the Great Temple of Ramesses II at Abu Simbel
03 See the Small Temple of Hathor and Queen Nefertari
04 Enjoy a felucca ride to the bank of Lake Nasser
05 Discover the culture, traditions, and lifestyle of the Nubian people

Embark on a 2-day journey through Aswan and Abu Simbel, visiting iconic sites such as Philae Temple, the Great Temple of Ramesses II, and the Small Temple of Hathor and Nefertari. Enjoy a felucca ride to the bank of Lake Nasser and discover the culture, traditions, and lifestyle of the Nubian people in a welcoming village setting. This tour combines ancient Egyptian heritage with a memorable cultural experience in Upper Egypt.

Enjoy a felucca ride to the bank of Lake Nasser and discover the culture, traditions, and lifestyle of the Nubian people in a welcoming village setting.

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At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

Cities Aswan, Luxor, Abu Simbel

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Luxor to Aswan and Philae Temple

Meet your Egyptologist tour guide in Luxor and transfer to Aswan.
Visit the majestic Philae Temple, built in honour of Goddess Isis, the chief deity of the island.
Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant in Aswan, which is included.
Take a felucca ride to the Nubian Village, situated at the bottom of Elephantine Island, and discover the simple, natural life of the kind and hospitable Nubian people.
Finally, transfer to your hotel in Aswan for an overnight stay.

Day 02

Abu Simbel Temples and Return to Luxor

Have breakfast and then visit the Temple of Ramesses II, dedicated to the four universal gods Ptah, Re-Her-Akhtey, Amun-Re, and Ramesses II himself.
Next, visit the great Abu Simbel Temple, the Sun Temple of Ramesses II.
Continue to the Temple of Queen Nefertari, wife of the Sun God.
Stop for lunch at a local restaurant in Aswan and then travel back to your hotel in Luxor.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch