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Aswan Highlights & Abu Simbel 2-Day Tour from Luxor

Travel south from Luxor to explore Philae Temple and the High Dam in Aswan, staying overnight before journeying to the colossal rock temples of Abu Simbel.

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The temples of Abu Simbel — The Abu Simbel temples; any people pictured are not members of your assigned travel team. Photo: Than217 at English Wikipedia. License: Public domain.

2 days · 1 nightLuxor, Aswan & Abu SimbelPrivate planningPersonal quotation

A closer look.

This two-day overland expedition links Luxor with southern Egypt's most famous monuments, featuring an overnight stay along the serene waters of Aswan.

Tour Philae's island colonnades and sail on a felucca before driving deep into the Nubian desert to behold the monumental rock facades of Abu Simbel.

Available in 2, 3, or 4-day private overland itineraries departing from and returning to Luxor by road.

Island Temple of Isis at Philae
Aswan High Dam engineering monument
Traditional Nile felucca sailboat ride
Colossal rock-cut Great Temple of Abu Simbel
Overnight accommodation in picturesque Aswan

A glimpse of the journey.

Destination photographs for inspiration. Select a photo to view it full size in a new tab. Photo credits and image changes.

Colossal statues at Abu Simbel — The monumental façade of the Great Temple at Abu Simbel. Photo: qwelk. License: Public domain.

The Temple of Isis at Philae — The Philae temple complex, reached by a local boat crossing. Photo: Hesham Farouk Ragab. License: CC BY-SA 4.0.

Your itinerary.

A proposed sequence to discuss, with availability and practical arrangements confirmed before booking.

Day 1 · Enchanting Aswan Expedition

Drive south from Luxor to Aswan, crossing by boat to tour the island temple of Philae, viewing the High Dam, and sailing on a traditional Nile felucca.

Day 2 · Abu Simbel Expedition

Journey across the southern desert to Abu Simbel to marvel at the colossal rock-hewn temples of Ramesses II and Queen Nefertari before returning north to Luxor.

Other ways to take this journey.

Compare the routes below and include your preferred option in your enquiry. Each option has its own programme; the itinerary above remains the main route.

3-day itinerary3 days · 2 nights

Day 1 · Luxor Arrival - Luxor's East and West Banks

Cross to the West Bank of Luxor to enter the Valley of the Kings, visiting the rock-cut royal tombs included in the standard admission while noting that special tombs like Tutankhamun require a separate ticket. Continue to the terraced mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari, set dramatically against the desert cliffs. Pause at the Colossi of Memnon, the twin seated statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III guarding the Theban necropolis. Visit the vast Karnak Temple complex on Luxor's East Bank, walking through the Great Hypostyle Hall of 134 columns, royal pylons, and sacred precincts dedicated to Amun-Ra. Explore Luxor Temple in the heart of the city, observing the courtyard of Amenhotep III, the colossi of Ramesses II, and the processional Avenue of Sphinxes. Conclude the day's scheduled programme with a comfortable transfer to your overnight accommodation or onward travel connection as itemized in your quotation.

Day 2 · Expedition to Edfu and Kom Ombo

Call at Edfu to visit the well-preserved Ptolemaic Temple of Horus, examining its towering entrance pylon, courtyard reliefs, and inner sanctuary. Go ashore at Kom Ombo to explore the symmetrical double temple overlooking the Nile, dedicated jointly to Sobek the crocodile god and Haroeris. Visit the Aswan High Dam to understand modern flood control along the Nile and view the northern expanse of Lake Nasser. Examine the Unfinished Obelisk in Aswan's northern granite quarries, where ancient trench marks show how monumental stone shafts were extracted. Take a short local motorboat crossing to Agilkia Island to tour the relocated Temple of Isis at Philae and its Ptolemaic colonnades. Conclude the day's scheduled programme with a comfortable transfer to your overnight accommodation or onward travel connection as itemized in your quotation.

Day 3 · Tour to Abu Simbel Temples - Return to Luxor

Travel to Abu Simbel to visit the colossal rock-cut Great Temple of Ramesses II and the neighboring Temple of Hathor and Nefertari overlooking Lake Nasser. Pause along the narrower sandstone stretches of the Nile to view the ancient quarries and rock-cut shrines of Gebel el-Silsila (Speos of Horemheb), where accessible on the dahabiya route. Conclude the day's scheduled programme with a comfortable transfer to your overnight accommodation or onward travel connection as itemized in your quotation.

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4-day itinerary4 days · 3 nights

Day 1 · Luxor Arrival

Follow the scheduled day's route with your coordinator and private transport, connecting the planned stops and local transfers in the sequence confirmed in your written quotation. Conclude the day's scheduled programme with a comfortable transfer to your overnight accommodation or onward travel connection as itemized in your quotation.

Day 2 · Exploring Luxor's Temples and Tombs

Day 3 · Tour to Edfu, Kom Ombo, and Aswan

Call at Edfu to visit the well-preserved Ptolemaic Temple of Horus, examining its towering entrance pylon, courtyard reliefs, and inner sanctuary. Go ashore at Kom Ombo to explore the symmetrical double temple overlooking the Nile, dedicated jointly to Sobek the crocodile god and Haroeris. Visit the Aswan High Dam to understand modern flood control along the Nile and view the northern expanse of Lake Nasser. Take a short local motorboat crossing to Agilkia Island to tour the relocated Temple of Isis at Philae and its Ptolemaic colonnades. Conclude the day's scheduled programme with a comfortable transfer to your overnight accommodation or onward travel connection as itemized in your quotation.

Day 4 · Discovering Abu Simbel Temples

Travel to Abu Simbel to visit the colossal rock-cut Great Temple of Ramesses II and the neighboring Temple of Hathor and Nefertari overlooking Lake Nasser. Conclude the day's scheduled programme with a comfortable transfer to your overnight accommodation or onward travel connection as itemized in your quotation.

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Included in the proposal.

Private air-conditioned road transfers from the agreed Luxor, Aswan & Abu Simbel pickup point and back
Private historical guiding or excursion coordination in the language specified in your written quotation
Route planning and scheduling across all stages listed in the confirmed programme
Domestic flight or rail segments where expressly verified and itemized in your written quotation
Overnight hotel or cruise accommodation for 1 night only when the specific properties and meal basis are confirmed in your quotation

Not included unless quoted.

International airfares, Egyptian entry visas, and travel insurance
Monument entrance tickets, special interior tickets (such as inside the pyramids or Tutankhamun's tomb), and optional activities unless expressly itemized in your quotation
Domestic flights, train tickets, or overnight hotel accommodation unless specifically listed in your confirmed quote
Meals, restaurant beverages, personal shopping, and optional equipment rentals unless itemized
Gratuities for guides, drivers, and crew

The practical details.

Pacing, walking surfaces and sun exposure

Archaeological sites and desert viewpoints involve uneven stone underfoot, steps, and open sun exposure. Wear comfortable closed-toe walking shoes, carry sun protection and water, and let us know in advance if anyone in your party has mobility considerations.

Illustrative photography and quotation transparency

All photographs displayed with this tour come from our licensed regional photo pool to illustrate the landscapes and monuments along the route; they do not depict an allocated vehicle, hotel room, or named cruise ship. Every service, transfer leg, and ticket inclusion is confirmed in writing before you commit.

The written quotation takes precedence over this suggested programme. Check the final services, guiding arrangements and any optional costs before confirming.

Good to know.

Are monument entrance tickets and meals included automatically?

The published itinerary describes the route and sightseeing sequence rather than a fixed ticket bundle. Your personal quotation clearly itemizes which entrance fees, local boat crossings, meals, and transport segments are included so there are no surprises on the day.

Can pickup times and pacing be adjusted for our group?

Yes. Because ground touring and transfers are arranged privately for your party, start times, rest stops, and time spent at individual landmarks can be adapted around your hotel location, flight or port schedule, and walking pace.

Where will we be picked up?

The airport, station, or hotel pickup point stated in your confirmed itinerary. Your exact meeting details are agreed before travel.

How is my booking confirmed?

Send an enquiry first. We review availability and provide a written quotation with the itinerary, services, price and booking conditions. Sending the form does not reserve a service.

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