Egypt Short Breaks Itinerary: What to See in 3, 4, or 5 Days
November 19, 2025
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Aswan Attraction
- Aswan High Dam
- The Unfinished Obelisk
- Philae Temple
- Abu Simbel Temples
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$330
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Tour Details
| Duration |
2 Days |
|---|---|
| Tour Location |
Aswan / Abu Simbel |
| Tour Type |
Daily Tour |
| Pickup |
Your Hotel in Luxor or Nile Cruise |
Overview
Iconic 2 Day Tour From Luxor to Aswan & Abu Simbel
This 2-day tour departs from Luxor and travels to Aswan by train before continuing to Abu Simbel on the second day. It is the only 2-day overnight tour from Luxor that combines Aswan’s city temples with the Abu Simbel temples in a single departure. The circuit covers the Aswan High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk, Philae Temple, and both temples at Abu Simbel before the train returns you to Luxor. Travelers interested in comparing experiences may also explore other options within Luxor Day Tours.
Day 1 begins with pickup from your Luxor hotel or Nile cruise ship, followed by a train transfer to Aswan. In Aswan, the itinerary continues to the Aswan High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk, and a boat crossing to Philae Temple on Agilkia Island, with lunch by the Nile before checking into an Aswan hotel for the night. Day 2 starts with an early drive to Abu Simbel to see the Great Temple of Ramesses II and the Small Temple of Hathor and Nefertari, then returns by road to Aswan for lunch before the train ride back to Luxor.
No other overnight tour from Luxor pairs Aswan’s temple sites with Abu Simbel in the same two-day circuit single-day Luxor–Aswan transfers do not reach Abu Simbel, and standalone Abu Simbel trips from Aswan do not depart from Luxor. This makes it the region’s only Abu Simbel overnight tour from luxor 2 days combination, and it is not duplicated by any other page in the Luxor day tours lineup. While many travelers consider routes such as the Kom Ombo and Edfu day trip from Luxor, the sheer scale and distance of Abu Simbel make a two-day journey far more enriching and comfortably paced.
Why Book This Tour
Explore Aswan, Then Reach Abu Simbel
- Aswan temples and Abu Simbel in one overnight trip
- Licensed English-speaking Egyptologist guide throughout
- Private vehicle and round-trip Luxor–Aswan train tickets
- Entrance fees to all listed temples and sites
- Lunch on Day 1; breakfast and lunch on Day 2
- One night at a 5-star Aswan hotel with breakfast
- Private tour with no shared vehicle or guide
Only on this route
The only overnight tour from Luxor that combines Aswan's city temples with Abu Simbel in a single departure pairing the High Dam, Unfinished Obelisk, and Philae Temple with the Great Temple of Ramesses II and the Small Temple of Hathor and Nefertari.
What You Get
Inclusion & Exclusion
Included
- Pick up from the hotel or Nile Cruise in luxor by Tripidays representative.
- 1 Night of accommodation in Aswan at a 5-star hotel with breakfast.
- Private tour guide (Egyptologist) of all major attractions.
- All transfers in Aswan are made by modern private vehicles.
- Train tickets from Luxor to Aswan & return.
- Entrance fees to Aswan trip attractions are mentioned in the itinerary.
- 2 Lunch Meal.
- 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.
What You See
Highlights
Your Day at a Glance
Itinerary
Private transport picks you up from your Luxor hotel or Nile cruise ship in the early morning and takes you to Luxor train station for the journey to Aswan, the first leg of this overnight Aswan excursion from Luxor.
High Dam Visit
You step onto one of the largest embankment dams in the world, built across the Nile to control seasonal flooding and generate hydroelectric power. From here, your guide points out Lake Nasser stretching toward the horizon on one side and the Nile Valley on the other.
Unfinished Obelisk
Your guide leads you through the ancient granite quarry where this obelisk still lies attached to bedrock, abandoned after cracks appeared during carving. Had it been completed, it would have stood taller than any obelisk ever erected in Egypt.
Philae Temple
A short boat ride carries you across the Nile to Agilkia Island, where the Temple of Isis was rebuilt stone by stone after being rescued from the rising waters of Lake Nasser. You walk through its colonnades and hypostyle hall before boarding the boat back to the mainland for lunch and check-in at your Aswan hotel.
Meals
Lunch
After breakfast at your Aswan hotel, a private vehicle collects you for the drive to Abu Simbel, roughly three hours south of Aswan. For those planning future explorations, this route pairs naturally with other well-paced experiences found within Day Tours in Egypt, offering a broader understanding of how Egypt’s regions connect beyond Luxor alone.
Early Morning Drive to Abu Simbel
Embark on an early morning drive to the iconic Abu Simbel Temples. Marvel at the grandeur of these ancient monuments, renowned for their impressive size and intricate carvings.
Drive Back to Aswan
From Abu Simbel, your driver returns you to Aswan for lunch before the train departs for Luxor, completing the two-day circuit. Travelers who prefer a more relaxed pace sometimes choose a Day tour to Aswan from Luxor, focusing solely on Aswan’s highlights, rather than the longer two-day Abu Simbel experience.
Meals
Breakfast and Lunch
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Good to Know
Frequently Asked Questions
The Aswan and Abu Simbel tour from Luxor is a 2-day journey that combines train travel to Aswan, guided visits to major Aswan landmarks, an overnight stay, and an excursion to the Abu Simbel temples before returning to Luxor. It offers a relaxed and culturally immersive way to explore Upper Egypt.
This tour includes round-trip train tickets between Luxor and Aswan, a private Egyptologist guide, all listed entrance fees, one night at a 5-star Aswan hotel, and 3 meals (lunch on Day 1, breakfast and lunch on Day 2). The price includes hotel pickup and drop-off in Luxor.
A 2-day tour is generally more comfortable. It allows time to explore Aswan properly and avoids extremely long travel days. A single-day trip from Luxor can feel rushed, while a 2-day itinerary offers a deeper cultural context and better pacing.
The total distance is significant, which is why the journey is split between Luxor, Aswan, and Abu Simbel. Train travel to Aswan and a road journey to Abu Simbel make the experience smoother and more enjoyable.
This tour covers the Aswan High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk, and Philae Temple on Day 1, followed by the Great Temple of Ramesses II and the Small Temple of Hathor and Nefertari at Abu Simbel on Day 2. All sites are visited in this order, with an overnight stay in Aswan between the two days.
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 $790 / person
- 2 - 4 Pax $510 / person
- 5 - 8 Pax $400 / person
- 9 - 16 Pax $370 / person
- Solo $690 / person
- 2 - 4 Pax $450 / person
- 5 - 8 Pax $350 / person
- 9 - 16 Pax $330 / person
- Solo $810 / person
- 2 - 4 Pax $520 / person
- 5 - 8 Pax $410 / person
- 9 - 10 Pax $390 / person
Xmas window: 21 Dec – 7 Jan / Easter window: 29 Mar – 11 Apr
- Solo $830 / person
- 2 - 4 Pax $540 / person
- 5 - 8 Pax $420 / person
- 9 - 16 Pax $400 / person
Aswan:
Citymax – Basma or similar
