3 Days Luxor Aswan Abu Simbel Tour
Private 3 Days Luxor Aswan Abu Simbel Tour
Enjoy a 3 Days Luxor Aswan Abu Simbel Tour from Marsa Alam. Immerse yourself in the heart of ancient Egyptian civilization as you explore the vast Karnak Temple Complex, visit the sacred Valley of the Kings, and admire the reliefs of the Temple of Hatshepsut.
Then sail the Nile in Aswan to discover the enchanting Philae Temple and the majestic High Dam. Conclude your adventure with a visit to the temples of Abu Simbel, view the wall reliefs depicting Pharaoh Ramses II’s military victories, explore the Holy of Holies, and wander through the temple of his beloved wife, Queen Nefertari.
Tour Highlights
| Tour Inclusions | Tour Exclusions |
| Hotel pickup and drop-off service in Marsa Alam. All transfers by private air-conditioned vehicle. Private English-speaking Egyptologist guide. Entrance fees to the mentioned historical sites. 1 night hotel accommodation in Luxor. 1 night hotel accommodation in Aswan. Bottled water during the tour. Meals as mentioned in the itinerary. All taxes and service charges. | Any extras not mentioned in the program. Tipping. |
3 Days Luxor Aswan Abu Simbel Tour Itinerary
A representative from Axa Tours will pick you up early from your Marsa Alam hotel in a private, air-conditioned vehicle for your journey to Luxor from Marsa Alam, where your 3 Days Luxor Aswan Abu Simbel Tour from Marsa Alam begins.
Day 1: Explore the Highlights of Luxor
Karnak Temple Complex
Begin your tour with a visit to the temple complex, the largest religious site ever built, dedicated to the Theban triad: Amun, Mut, and Khonsu. Highlights include the Great Hypostyle Hall with its 134 giant columns, the famous Avenue of Sphinxes, the obelisks of Thutmose I and Queen Hatshepsut, the Holy of Holies of Amun-Ra, the sacred lake and the Osiris chapels,. Also included are the chapel of Philip III of Macedon and the temple of Akhmenu (Amenhotep III) built by King Thutmose III.
Lunch break
Enjoying a delicious lunch at a local restaurant and savor traditional Egyptian flavors.
Valley of the Kings
After that, continue your journey from Marsa Alam to the Valley of the Kings on Luxor’s West Bank, where pharaonic kings such as Ramses II and Tutankhamun were buried. Inside massive stone sarcophagi in tombs awaiting eternity.
Wander through tombs decorated with colorful murals and stunning hieroglyphic inscriptions reflecting the ancient Egyptians’ beliefs about the afterlife.
Hatshepsut Temple
Continue your tour to Deir el-Bahari to visit the Temple of Hatshepsut, built in honor of Queen Hatshepsut, one of the most successful queens in ancient Egyptian history.
Admire the inscriptions that tell the story of her reign, her divine birth, and her famous trading expedition to the Land of Punt (Somalia).
Colossi of Memnon
Conclude your tour with a visit to the Colossi of Memnon, the two massive statues that are all that remains of the mortuary temple of Amenhotep III on the West Bank. The statues were carved from quartzite sandstone near Cairo and transported all the way to Luxor.
Overnight Stay
At the end of the day, check in and enjoy an overnight stay at your hotel in Luxor.
Day 2: Explore Aswan’s Iconic Landmarks
Breakfast Time
Start the second day of your 3 Days Luxor Aswan Abu Simbel Tour from Marsa Alam with a delicious breakfast at your hotel.
Philae Temple
Start your visit at the enchanting Philae Temple, located on Agilkia Island and dedicated to the goddess Isis. It was the last temple built in the classical Egyptian style and one of the last strongholds where the goddess Isis was worshipped. The Birth House (Mammisi) contains scenes depicting Isis nursing her son Horus among the marshes.
Traditional Felucca Ride
Then enjoy a relaxing felucca ride on the Nile around Elephantine Island, taking in breathtaking views and discovering a glimpse of authentic Nubian culture.
The High Dam
Continue your tour to the High Dam, one of Egypt’s greatest engineering achievements. It was built to protect the country from floods and store the waters of the Nile, and today it continues to provide irrigation water and electricity while offering stunning panoramic views.
The Unfinished Obelisk
Conclude your tour with a visit to the Unfinished Obelisk in the granite quarries and discover ancient Egyptian stone-cutting techniques. Work stopped after cracks appeared in the rock. Had it been completed, it would have stood about 42 meters high, making it the largest obelisk in ancient Egypt.
Lunch Break
Enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant, where you can relax and savor authentic Egyptian flavor.
Overnight Stay
After a memorable day of sightseeing, transfer to your hotel in Aswan for check-in and an overnight stay
Day 3: Visit the Magnificent Abu Simbel Temples
Breakfast Time
Due to the early morning departure during your Marsa Alam to Abu Simbel tour, your hotel will provide a breakfast box for your journey.
Abu Simbel Great Temple
Also known as the Sun Temple, it is dedicated to King Ramses II. It is famous for the four colossal statues that adorn its façade and the inscriptions depicting his military victories and religious rituals.
Twice a year, the sun aligns with the sanctuary to illuminate the statues of Ra-Horakhty, Amun-Ra, and the deified Ramses II, while the statue of the god Ptah remains in darkness.
Nefertari Temple
Also known as The Small Abu Simbel Temple, it is dedicated to the goddess Hathor and Queen Nefertari, the wife of King Ramses II. It features a remarkable façade with statues of the queen carved at the same height as those of the king.
Lunch Break
Enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant in Aswan.
Return
At the end of your 3 Days Luxor Aswan Abu Simbel Tour from Marsa Alam, you will be transferred back to your hotel in Marsa Alam.
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What Makes This Tour Unique?
- A private 3 Days Luxor Aswan Abu Simbel Tour from Marsa Alam with hotel pickup and drop-off, accommodation.
- Explore the highlights of Luxor, Aswan, and Abu Simbel with a private Egyptologist guide.
- Visit iconic landmarks, including Karnak Temple, the Valley of the Kings, Philae Temple, and the Abu Simbel Temples.
- Enjoy a relaxing traditional felucca ride on the Nile while taking in the scenic beauty of Aswan.
- Stay overnight in Luxor and Aswan for a more relaxed travel experience.
Tour Prices
Private tour for 4 persons – (545$) per person
Private tour for 3 persons – (555$) per person
Private tour for 2 persons – (565$) per person
Private tour for 1 person – (950$) per person
Children enjoy a 50% discount on standard adult pricing.
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