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
Aswan Attractions
- Kalabsha Temple
- Philae Island
- Nubian Museum
- Aswan High Dam
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$65
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Tour Details
| Duration |
8 Hours |
|---|---|
| Tour Location |
Kalabsha Temple / Philae Island / Nubian Museum |
| Tour Type |
Daily Tour |
| Pickup |
Your Hotel in Aswan |
Overview
Day Tour to Kalabsha and Nubian Museum
This private day tour departs Aswan hotels and visits Kalabsha Temple and the Nubian Museum on a single 6-hour itinerary. It is the only Aswan day tour pairing Lower Nubia’s largest free-standing temple with the Nubian Museum’s full collection in one private schedule. Lunch at a local restaurant is included between the two stops. If you’re comparing different ways to explore Egypt beyond the major highlights, our Egypt Day Tours Guide offers more ideas for private sightseeing experiences across the country.
The day begins with pickup from Aswan hotels by private vehicle. The drive continues to Kalabsha Temple, near the Aswan High Dam, and then to the Nubian Museum in central Aswan. Lunch at a local restaurant follows before the drive back to the hotel.
No other full-day tour from Aswan combines Kalabsha Temple with the Nubian Museum in a single private itinerary; other options pair Kalabsha with Philae Temple or visit the museum alone as a separate trip. Travelers comparing options can browse Aswan cultural day tours for the full list of Nubian and heritage-focused excursions.
Why Book This Tour
Ancient Temple, Then Nubian Heritage
- Two Nubian highlights Kalabsha Temple and the Nubian Museum.
- Private experience Licensed Egyptologist guide and private air-conditioned vehicle.
- Easy hotel service Pickup and drop-off from Aswan city hotels.
- Comfortable duration Approximately 6 hours from start to finish.
- Flexible itinerary Timing can be adjusted on request.
- 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 full-day tour from Aswan that pairs Kalabsha Temple with the Nubian Museum, combining Lower Nubia's largest free-standing temple with a complete Nubian heritage collection in one private itinerary.
What You Get
Inclusion & Exclusion
Included
- Pick up from your hotel in Aswan by a Tripidays representative.
- Private air-conditioned vehicle for all transfers between your Aswan hotel, visits and back.
- Private licensed Egyptologist guide for the full tour.
- Kalabsha Temple entrance fee. Nubian Museum entrance fee.
- Lunch at a local Aswan restaurant, following the Nubian Museum visit.
- One Bottled water during the tour.
- Our assistance during your stay.
- All applicable taxes and service charges.
Excluded
- Personal expenses (souvenirs, extra meals, etc.).
- Tips for guides and drivers.
- Any site or activity not listed in this tour's itinerary.
What You See
Highlights
Your Day at a Glance
Itinerary
A private vehicle picks you up from your Aswan hotel for this Kalabsha Temple & Nubian Museum private tour, then heads first toward the High Dam area.
Kalabsha Temple
Your guide leads you through the temple's main pylon into a sanctuary built for the Nubian god Mandulis during the reign of Augustus, and relocated block by block in 1962–63 to save it from the rising waters behind the Aswan High Dam. Reliefs across the courtyard and hypostyle hall record additions from both the Roman and earlier Ptolemaic periods.
Nubian Museum
You walk through galleries tracing Nubian civilization from prehistoric tools to artifacts recovered during the UNESCO campaign that relocated Kalabsha, Philae, and other temples. Life-size dioramas and carved stone pieces fill the museum's lower level, connecting directly to the temple visited earlier in the day. The tour concludes with the drive back to your Aswan hotel.
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 private transport, a licensed Egyptologist guide, entrance fees to Kalabsha Temple and the Nubian Museum, and lunch. Hotel pickup and drop-off in Aswan are also included.
It is the only Aswan day tour that pairs Kalabsha Temple with the Nubian Museum in a single private itinerary. Other Aswan tours combine Kalabsha with Philae Temple instead of the museum. Travelers wanting the museum on its own can see our Nubian Museum in Aswan tour.
The tour covers two sites: Kalabsha Temple, dedicated to the Nubian god Mandulis and located near the Aswan High Dam, and the Nubian Museum in central Aswan. Lunch at a local restaurant follows the museum visit. Travelers wanting to pair Kalabsha with a different site can browse our Aswan temple tours.
The tour runs approximately 6 hours, starting with hotel pickup in Aswan in the morning. Drop-off back at your hotel follows the museum visit and lunch.
Yes, this tour is built for travelers focused on Nubian history and culture rather than general Pharaonic sites. Kalabsha Temple and the Nubian Museum together cover Nubian civilization from ancient temple architecture to its modern museum collection.
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 $150 / person
- 2 - 4 Pax $105 / person
- 5 - 8 Pax $85 / person
- 9 - 16 Pax $75 / person
- Solo $140 / person
- 2 - 4 Pax $95 / person
- 5 - 8 Pax $75 / person
- 9 - 16 Pax $65 / person
- Solo $150 / person
- 2 - 4 Pax $105 / person
- 5 - 8 Pax $85 / person
- 9 - 16 Pax $75 / person
Xmas window: 21 Dec – 7 Jan / Easter window: 29 Mar – 11 Apr
- Solo $150 / person
- 2 - 4 Pax $105 / person
- 5 - 8 Pax $85 / person
- 9 - 16 Pax $75 / person
