Egypt · Archaeology

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

3 Days Round trip from 2VGM+6JQ Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Visit the majestic Philae Temple, dedicated to Goddess Isis
  • 02 Enjoy a motorboat ride to a Nubian Village and discover the simple, natural life of the Nubian people
  • 03 Take an Abu Simbel safari from Shokan Mount with photo stops at the Sphinx and Shitan Mountains
  • 04 Explore the grand Abu Simbel Temples, masterpieces of ancient Egyptian architecture

Experience the best of Upper Egypt on this 3-day journey between Luxor, Aswan, and Abu Simbel. Visit the majestic Philae Temple dedicated to Goddess Isis, enjoy a motorboat ride to a Nubian Village, and discover the simple, natural life of the Nubian people. Continue with an exciting safari from Shokan Mount near Abu Simbel, with photo stops at the Sphinx and Shitan Mountains, before exploring the grand Abu Simbel Temples. This tour blends ancient history, cultural immersion, and striking desert landscapes.

Visit the majestic Philae Temple, dedicated to Goddess Isis.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Included · Luxury
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Yes
Cities Aswan, Luxor, Abu Simbel
Languages Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Luxor to Aswan and Philae Temple Visit

  • 07:00 AM: Meet and assist at your hotel in Luxor.
  • Transfer to Aswan.
  • Visit the majestic Philae Temple, dedicated to Goddess Isis.
  • Enjoy a motorboat ride to the Nubian Village at the bottom of Elephantine Island.
  • Discover the simple and natural life of the Nubian people.
  • Transfer to your hotel in Aswan for check-in.
2
Day 02

Abu Simbel Safari from Shokan Mount

  • 08:00 AM: Accompanied by your guide and driver, travel to Abu Simbel, about a 3-hour drive away.
  • Start your safari trip from Shokan Mount, about 15 km from Abu Simbel.
  • Make two stops for photos of the Sphinx and Shitan Mountains.
  • Arrive at Shokan.
3
Day 03

Abu Simbel Temples and Return to Luxor

  • Check out from the hotel.
  • Visit the two Temples of Abu Simbel, considered masterpieces of ancient Egypt.
  • Lunch at a local restaurant in Aswan.
  • Travel back to your hotel in Luxor in comfort.
Philae Temple, Nubian Village at the bottom of Elephantine Island, Shokan Mount, Abu Simbel Temples

Where this trip takes you

Philae Temple, Nubian Village at the bottom of Elephantine Island, Shokan Mount, Abu Simbel Temples

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from 2VGM+6JQ 3 cities · 3 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Breakfast x 2
  • Lunch x 3
  • Pick-up service from your hotel in Luxor and return
  • Expert tour guide
  • Accommodation for 1 night in a 5-star hotel in Aswan, including breakfast
  • Accommodation for 1 night at Seti Hotel Abu Simbel, including breakfast
  • Lunch during the tours to Aswan and Abu Simbel
  • Entrance fees to the mentioned historical sights
  • All transfers by modern air-conditioned vehicle

What's Not Included

  • Optional activities
  • Personal spending

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Luxor, Luxor City, Luxor, Egypt
Tour start
2VGM+6JQ, Aswan 1, البحر الأحمر 1240271, Egypt
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 3 days finish where they began, in 2VGM+6JQ.

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Estimated room rates

Single Room $400.00 — $600.00
Double Sharing $400.00 — $450.00

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