Egypt Short Breaks Itinerary: What to See in 3, 4, or 5 Days
November 19, 2025
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about Egypt Short Breaks Itinerary: What to See in 3, 4, or 5 Days
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Tour Details
| Duration |
2 Hours |
|---|---|
| Tour Location |
Aswan |
| Tour Type |
Daily Tour |
| Pickup |
Your Hotel in Aswan |
Overview
Aswan City Tour in Horse Carriage
A private vehicle picks you up from your hotel in Aswan for the start of this Aswan Horse Carriage City Tour. You spend 2 hours in a traditional horse-drawn carriage moving through Old Aswan’s streets, souks, and the Corniche, then return to your hotel by private vehicle. If you have more time, explore our collection of Egypt day excursions for more unforgettable experiences.
Pickup: a private vehicle collects you from your hotel in Aswan. Carriage ride: you board a horse-drawn carriage that moves through Old Aswan’s streets and local souks, along the Corniche, and past a Coptic Christian church. Lunch: the ride includes a stop at a local restaurant for an Egyptian meal. Drop-off: private vehicle returns you to your hotel in Aswan.
No other half-day tour from Aswan runs on a horse-drawn carriage instead of a car, and no other Aswan city tour pairs a Corniche ride with a stop for lunch in a single 2-hour outing. View all Aswan city Tours.
Why Book This Tour
More Than a Ride, More Than Sightseeing
- Experienced private tour guides who are knowledgeable about Egyptian history.
- The only Aswan city tour by traditional horse-drawn carriage.
- Explore Old Aswan, local souks, and the Nile Corniche.
- Flexible 2-hour private experience.
- All transportation by modern private vehicles for your convenience.
- Affordable prices without compromising on quality or service.
- 24/7 customer support to assist with any concerns or inquiries.
Only on this route
The only half-day tour from Aswan that swaps the car for a horse-drawn carriage a ground-level ride through Old Aswan's streets, souks, and Corniche with a stop for lunch.
What You Get
Inclusion & Exclusion
Included
- Private pickup and drop-off from your hotel in Aswan by a Tripidays representative.
- 2-hour horse-drawn carriage ride through Old Aswan's streets, souks, and Corniche.
- All transfers in Aswan are made by modern private vehicles.
- Private English-speaking guide for the full tour.
- Lunch at a local restaurant in Aswan.
- One bottle of water during the tours.
- Our assistance during your stay.
- All Taxes and Charges.
Excluded
- Personal expenses (souvenirs, extra meals, etc.)
- Tips for guides and drivers.
- Any site, meal, or activity not listed above.
Your Day at a Glance
Itinerary
Your day begins with a convenient pick-up directly from your hotel in Aswan. Our friendly guide will ensure you're comfortable and ready to start a memorable exploration of the city's charm and culture.
Start the Horse Carriage Journey
Step into a traditional horse-drawn carriage and set off on a leisurely ride through the city. This timeless mode of transport offers a unique way to experience the sights and sounds of Aswan, providing a slow-paced, relaxing start to your adventure.
Old Aswan Streets and Local Souks
During the ride, you'll pass by bustling markets, historic landmarks, and vibrant neighborhoods. The gentle clip-clop of the horse's hooves sets the rhythm as you admire the traditional architecture and take in the lively atmosphere of the city.
End the Ride and Return to Your Hotel
After concluding your horse carriage tour, you will be taken back to your hotel in Aswan. Travelers who want an adventure add-on alongside a cultural ride can pair it with our St Simeon Monastery & Camel Ride.
Meals
Lunch
Note: You can let us know if you'd like to
customize
your tour itinerary to meet
your
needs. We value your input and aim to accommodate your requirements.
Good to Know
Frequently Asked Questions
This tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off in Aswan, a 2-hour horse-drawn carriage ride through Old Aswan, a private guide, lunch, and one bottle of water.
It is the only Aswan day tour built around a horse-drawn carriage ride rather than a car or boat. This gives a slower, ground-level view of Old Aswan's streets that other tours skip.
The tour covers Old Aswan's streets, local souks, the Corniche, and a Coptic Christian church along the route, with a stop for lunch at a local restaurant. Pickup and drop-off are both at your hotel in Aswan. Travelers looking for temples nearby can add our Aswan High Dam tour.
This half-day tour runs 2 hours, with pickup timed around your hotel location in Aswan. Drop-off returns you to the same hotel after the carriage ride and lunch.
Yes, private transport in an air-conditioned vehicle and a private English-speaking guide are both included. The carriage ride itself uses a traditional horse-drawn carriage rather than a car.
What to Pack
Hat
Backpack
Comfy Shoes
Powerbank
Medical Kit
Comfy Clothes
Sunglasses & Sunscreen
Personal Hygiene Products
Valid Passport For 6 Months
Where You'll Go
Day Tour's Location
Tour Prices
- Solo $55 / person
- 2 - 4 Pax $45 / person
- 5 - 8 Pax $40 / person
- 9 - 16 Pax $35 / person
- Solo $50 / person
- 2 - 4 Pax $40 / person
- 5 - 8 Pax $35 / person
- 9 - 16 Pax $30 / person
- Solo $55 / person
- 2 - 4 Pax $45 / person
- 5 - 8 Pax $40 / person
- 9 - 16 Pax $35 / person
Xmas window: 21 Dec – 7 Jan / Easter window: 29 Mar – 11 Apr
- Solo $55 / person
- 2 - 4 Pax $45 / person
- 5 - 8 Pax $40 / person
- 9 - 16 Pax $35 / person
