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
Luxor Attractions
- Valley of the Kings
- Colossi of Memnon
- Hatshepsut Temple
- Karnak Temple
From:
$599
4.9
Tour Details
| Duration |
2 Days |
|---|---|
| Tour Location |
Luxor / Aswan |
| Tour Type |
Daily Tour |
| Pickup |
Your Hotel |
Overview
Luxor and Aswan Trip From Cairo in Two Days
This 2-day Luxor and Aswan Trip from Cairo is designed for travelers who want to experience Egypt’s most iconic Nile Valley highlights in a short yet immersive journey. From the moment Tripidays arranges your pickup from your Cairo hotel, every detail is carefully planned to ensure comfort, insight, and smooth transitions between destinations, making it one of the Top Cairo Overnight excursion options for time-limited travelers.
On day one, you fly south to Luxor, where ancient Egypt reveals its grandeur on both banks of the Nile. Your guided exploration begins in the Valley of the Kings, followed by the striking Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon. After lunch, the journey continues to the vast Karnak Temple complex, a masterpiece of Pharaonic architecture that defines any Nile Temples trip. In the evening, you travel onward to Aswan for an overnight stay.
On day two, the focus shifts to Aswan’s unique blend of ancient history and modern engineering. You’ll visit the High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk, and the beautifully relocated Philae Temples before flying back to Cairo. This Luxor Aswan Overnight Tour also pairs well with other experiences within Egypt, especially for travelers planning multiple short extensions or combining overnight trips with the Best day tours in Egypt.
Why Book This Tour
Explore Royal Tombs, Then Nile Temples
- Only 2-day overnight tour from Cairo that combines Luxor's temple with Aswan's Nile highlights
- Carefully designed Luxor and Aswan tour itinerary covering essential highlights
- Expert private Egyptologist guides with deep historical knowledge
- High-quality service standards from start to finish
- Modern, private, air-conditioned transportation throughout
- Itinerary customization available on request
- Competitive pricing without sacrificing comfort or expertise
Only on this route
Most 2 day Luxor tours from Cairo skip Aswan there is not enough time to add a second Upper Egypt destination. This route continues by train to Aswan after Karnak Temple, then returns to Cairo by flight on day two.
What You Get
Inclusion & Exclusion
Included
- Meet and assist with the Tripidays representative at the hotel.
- All ground transfers are in modern private vehicles.
- Private Egyptologist guide for all sites.
- 1-night stay in Aswan hotel (breakfast included).
- Domestic flights (Cairo–Luxor)(Aswan–Cairo).
- Entrance fees to all listed attractions.
- 2 lunches during the tour.
- Train tickets from Luxor to Aswan.
- One Bottled water during sightseeing.
- Our assistance during your stay.
- All service charges and taxes.
Excluded
- Personal expenses (souvenirs, extra meals, etc.)
- Tips for guides and drivers.
What You See
Highlights
Aswan Attractions
- High Dam
- Unfinished Obelisk
- Philae Temples
Your Day at a Glance
Itinerary
This 2 day Luxor and Aswan tour from Cairo begins with a private vehicle pickup from your Cairo hotel, followed by a domestic flight to Luxor for a guided tour of the West and East Banks. For travelers comparing routes, this itinerary is an excellent alternative to the Luxor and Abu Simbel tour, especially if you prefer a balanced experience combining Luxor’s royal tombs with Aswan’s river temples.
Valley of the Kings
You step into the desert valley where 63 royal tombs are cut into limestone hills, holding the burial chambers of Egypt's New Kingdom pharaohs. Tomb KV62, the burial place of Tutankhamun, was discovered here in 1922.
Temple of Hatshepsut
Visit the striking terraced temple of Queen Hatshepsut, an architectural landmark set against the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari.
Colossi of Memnon
Two 18-meter stone statues of Amenhotep III rise from the roadside, remnants of what was once Thebes' largest mortuary temple complex. Only the seated colossi survive; the temple behind them was dismantled for later building projects.
Karnak Temple Complex
After lunch in Luxor, you walk through the Hypostyle Hall's 134 columns at Karnak Temple, the largest religious complex ever built in ancient Egypt, where construction spanned over 2,000 years. From Karnak, the train continues to Aswan for the overnight stay.
Train to Aswan
After completing your Luxor tour, travel comfortably by train to Aswan and check into your hotel for a restful overnight stay.
Meals
Lunch
Your morning starts with breakfast at the Aswan hotel before a private vehicle continues this nile temples overnight tour with a visit to the Aswan High Dam, the first stop of the day.
Aswan High Dam
Where Luxor's sites are temples, Aswan opens with engineering: the High Dam, completed in 1970, reshaped Egypt's electricity supply and agricultural output by controlling the Nile's annual flood. Your guide explains how the dam created Lake Nasser, one of the largest reservoirs in the world.
Unfinished Obelisk
Your guide walks you through the ancient stone quarry where a single obelisk, cracked before completion, still lies attached to the bedrock. Had it been finished, it would have stood taller than any obelisk ever raised in ancient Egypt.
Philae Temples
A short boat crossing carries you to Agilkia Island, where the Philae Temple complex was rebuilt after being relocated from its original site to save it from the rising waters of Lake Nasser. Dedicated to the goddess Isis, the temple is known for its reliefs and colonnades; afterward, the group continues to lunch in Aswan before the flight back to Cairo.
Meals
Breakfast and 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
The tour includes domestic flights, a private Egyptologist guide, entrance fees to every listed site, 2 lunches, breakfast at the Aswan hotel, and 1 night in a 5-star Aswan hotel. Ground transfers are by private air-conditioned vehicle, with a train connection between Luxor and Aswan.
This is the only 2-day Cairo overnight combining Luxor's temple circuit with Aswan's Nile highlights in a single flight-based itinerary, without an Abu Simbel extension. It pairs Karnak Temple and the Valley of the Kings with the High Dam and Philae Temple in one 2-day trip. Travelers seeking a spiritually focused overnight experience may also consider the Mount Sinai and St Catherine's Tour as a separate alternative, ideal for those interested in biblical history and desert landscapes.
In Luxor, the tour covers the Valley of the Kings, Temple of Hatshepsut, Colossi of Memnon, and Karnak Temple. In Aswan, it covers the High Dam, Unfinished Obelisk, and Philae Temple, reached by a short boat crossing.
Yes, this tour is designed for first-time visitors who want to see Egypt's major Upper Egypt landmarks in a short trip. Guided explanations and seamless transportation make it accessible without prior planning.
The best time for this Luxor and Aswan tour is October through April, when temperatures are cooler for sightseeing. Summer months bring high heat in both Luxor and Aswan.
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 $945 / person
- 2 - 4 Pax $730 / person
- 5 - 8 Pax $627 / person
- 9 - 16 Pax $617 / person
- Solo $907 / person
- 2 - 4 Pax $701 / person
- 5 - 8 Pax $608 / person
- 9 - 16 Pax $599 / person
- Solo $963 / person
- 2 - 4 Pax $739 / person
- 5 - 8 Pax $636 / person
- 9 - 16 Pax $627 / person
Xmas window: 21 Dec – 7 Jan / Easter window: 29 Mar – 11 Apr
- Solo $1010 / person
- 2 - 4 Pax $790 / person
- 5 - 8 Pax $730 / person
- 9 - 16 Pax $720 / person
Aswan:
Citymax – Basma or similar
