Sahel Hashesh to Aswan Day Tours
Aswan and Abu Simbel 3-Day Tour from Sahel Hashesh
Description
This Aswan and Abu Simbel 3-day tour from Sahel Hashesh takes you to Upper Egypt's ancient temples, Nile scenery and major engineering works. It is planned for travellers who want to see Aswan's main sights without squeezing them into a rushed day trip. Our team handles the long-distance transfers, guiding and sightseeing, leaving you to focus on the monuments and the landscape beyond the Red Sea coast.
Aswan sets the tour's slower pace. You visit the High Dam, the modern structure that changed the Nile's flow and created Lake Nasser, then see the Old Dam, built earlier during the British period. Together, the two dams show how Egypt has managed the river in modern times. The broad views across the water also give you a clear sense of Aswan's setting.
From the river, you continue to the island temple dedicated to Isis. It is usually called Philae Temple, although some travellers search for it as Phiala temple. You reach it by boat and walk through courtyards, columns and reliefs connected with Isis, Osiris and Horus. The island changes the visit: you cross the Nile before entering the sanctuary, away from the city's traffic.
The Unfinished Obelisk gives you a different view of ancient construction. Still attached to the bedrock, it shows the marks left by stone workers and the scale of the granite monuments they planned to raise. Your guide points out where the stone split and explains why the obelisk was abandoned. Later, you sail with felucca on the Nile, using the traditional open-sailed boat when river conditions and local arrangements allow. It is a quiet pause between visits, with time to watch the riverbank and islands pass.
- See the High Dam and the Old Dam in Aswan
- Visit Philae Temple and the Unfinished Obelisk
- Sail with felucca on the Nile
- Explore the Abu Simbel temples, including the temple of Ramses II and the temple of Queen Nefertari
- Stop at Kom Ombo and Edfu on the return journey
Abu Simbel is the route's most distant major visit and a main reason to choose this excursion. The Abu Simbel temples were cut into the rock during the reign of Ramses II. The larger temple has four seated figures on its façade, while the nearby temple of Queen Nefertari has carved scenes dedicated to Hathor and the queen. Inside, your guide explains how the temples were moved to higher ground before Lake Nasser was created, along with the scenes and deities shown in the halls.
On the journey back towards Sahel Hashesh, you stop at Kom Ombo and Edfu. At Kom Ombo, also entered in searches as Komompo temple, you see the unusual double design dedicated to Sobek and Horus the Elder. Edfu Temple is one of Egypt's best-preserved large temples, with a monumental pylon and reliefs linked to the story of Horus. These stops divide the return transfer and add two important temple sites to the itinerary.
Transport is by air-conditioned vehicle, with road travel between the Red Sea coast, Aswan, Abu Simbel and the Nile Valley. A guide joins the sightseeing and explains the history while helping you understand each site's layout. The schedule includes early starts, several hours on the road and walking across uneven stone surfaces, so it suits travellers comfortable with a full archaeological programme. It is less suitable for anyone seeking a short, relaxed resort excursion or who finds long vehicle journeys difficult.
We arrange this as an organised excursion because the distances are substantial and the monuments lie in several locations. You have support with transfers, entrances and the order of visits, while accommodation and meals follow the selected package. If you want to see Aswan beyond one landmark, this route brings together its dams, island sanctuary, granite quarries, river life and nearby temples in one connected trip. Wear comfortable shoes and keep your passport details available for the travel arrangements.
Included
Entrance fees to the listed sightseeing sites
Accommodation during the 3-day excursion, according to the selected package
Air-conditioned vehicle for the journey and local transfers
Round-trip transfers from Sahel Hashesh or Port Ghalib hotel areas
Professional English-speaking guide
Felucca sailing on the Nile, subject to river conditions and local arrangements
Excluded
Tips for the guide and driver
Any accommodation, meals or services not stated in the selected package
Personal expenses and drinks
Travel insurance
Any optional activities not listed in the itinerary
Don't forget
Comfortable walking shoes
Light, breathable clothing and a hat
Sun protection, including sunscreen and sunglasses
A small bag for the long road transfers
Any personal medication
Passport or a clear copy of your passport details
A refillable water bottle
Frequently Asked Questions
The three-day excursion from Sahel Hashesh or Port Ghalib includes pickup and return transfer, transport between the main sights, visits to Aswan, Abu Simbel temples, Kom Ombo and Edfu, and a Nile felucca sail; accommodation, meals and guide arrangements depend on the selected booking option.
- Aswan visits include Phiala temple, the Unfinished Obelisk, The High Dam and The old Dam.
- Abu Simbel includes the temples of Ramses II and Queen Nefertari.
This is a full three-day road excursion, with the first day focused on travel and Aswan sightseeing, the second day set aside for Abu Simbel, and the return journey including Kom Ombo temple and Edfu temple before drop-off.
The schedule includes several long road transfers and walking at archaeological sites, so the pace suits travellers who want to cover the main sights rather than spend the days at leisure. We confirm the detailed order in your booking information.
To find Aswan from Sahel Hashesh or Port Ghalib, join our arranged road transfer rather than planning separate transport; our team collects travellers from eligible hotels and takes them to Aswan, Abu Simbel, Kom Ombo and Edfu before returning them to the resort area.
Pickup times depend on your hotel location and the final itinerary. We provide the confirmed pickup details before the excursion, and the transfer involves extended time on the road.
Children can usually join this three-day trip, while travellers with limited mobility should check the route with us first because the temples involve walking, uneven ground and steps, and the felucca and boat access at Phiala temple may require assistance.
Tell our team about mobility needs, age-related concerns or medical requirements when booking. We can explain the walking involved at the Unfinished Obelisk, Abu Simbel temples, Kom Ombo temple and Edfu temple, but conditions at ancient sites cannot always be adapted.
Wear light, modest clothing and comfortable closed shoes, and bring a hat, sunscreen, water, personal medication and a light layer for early or late road travel; these items are practical for the outdoor sites, temple walks and a Sail with Felucca on the Nile.
Keep your passport or accepted identification and booking details with you if requested for travel arrangements. A small day bag is useful because you will leave the vehicle at several sites during the itinerary.
Booking and cancellation terms for the three-day excursion depend on the selected option and are shown in the booking conditions, so review them before confirming and contact our team if you need to change traveller details or dates.
We do not promise availability, road conditions or sailing conditions in advance. Any changes caused by transport, site access or weather will be handled according to the confirmed tour terms, with updates shared by our team when available.
Reviews
Why travelers choose A1Toureg
- Transparent pricing with no unexpected fees.
- Reserve today and pay on the day of your tour on most excursions.
- Free cancellation on selected tours.
- Organized with trusted licensed Egyptian partners.
- Fast confirmation and personal assistance.
- Comfortable transportation for every journey.
- Support in English, German, French, Italian, Russian & more.
- We're with you every step of the way.
Your unforgettable Egypt journey starts with a booking you can trust.
* Available on selected tours. Flights, cruises and special bookings may have different cancellation policies.
Keep things flexible!
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before activity starts
Ways You Can Pay!
If you choose to pay online, a secure payment link can be provided after booking. For assistance or alternative payment options, please contact us via WhatsApp.
Your Itinerary
Our team collects you from your hotel in Sahel Hashesh or Port Ghalib for the road journey to Aswan. The transfer takes most of the day, with breaks along the way, so wear comfortable clothing and keep water and personal essentials close by. On arrival, we begin with Aswan’s southern landmarks and explain how the Nile shaped the city’s modern development.
First, visit The High Dam, then continue to The old Dam, where you can compare two major stages of Egypt’s water-management history. After that, travel by boat to Phiala temple on Agilkia Island. The island setting gives you time to see the temple courts, columns and reliefs at an unhurried pace. Later, we visit the Unfinished Obelisk in its granite quarry, where the markings show how ancient craftsmen worked the stone before abandoning the monument.
In the late afternoon, Sail with Felucca on the Nile around the islands near Aswan. The boat ride is a quiet change of pace after the road transfer. We then take you to your accommodation in Aswan for the evening.
We leave Aswan early for the drive to the Abu Simbel temples, allowing time for the return journey and a proper visit. The route crosses the desert south of Aswan, and the changing landscape makes the contrast with the Nile valley clear. Bring a hat, water and comfortable shoes, as the open approach to the site can feel warm during the day.
At Abu Simbel, begin with the Great Temple of Ramses II. Its four seated figures face the lake, while the inner halls carry scenes of the king, the gods and important battles. Continue to the nearby Temple of Queen Nefertari, dedicated to Hathor and built with a more intimate scale. Your guide explains the history of both monuments and points out details in the wall reliefs before you have time to look around independently.
After the visit, we return to Aswan by road. The afternoon is kept practical and flexible because the excursion includes a long desert transfer. Spend the evening resting at your accommodation and prepare for the northbound journey through Kom Ombo and Edfu on day three.
After breakfast, we leave Aswan and follow the Nile north towards Kom Ombo. Our first stop is Komompo temple, formally known as the Temple of Kom Ombo. The complex is unusual because it has paired sanctuaries dedicated to Sobek and Horus, with separate entrances, halls and reliefs. Your guide helps you read the carved medical instruments, calendars and religious scenes while you walk through the riverside site.
Continue by road to Edfu temple, one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt. Its huge gateway leads into courtyards and columned halls dedicated to Horus. You can see the carved falcon imagery, the temple’s ceremonial route and the details that survived from the Ptolemaic period. The visit is taken at a steady pace, with time for photographs and a short break before the final transfer.
After Edfu, we continue south-west and then east towards your hotel in Sahel Hashesh or Port Ghalib. This is a full travel day, with rest stops arranged along the route. If you are planning to find Aswan on a future visit, our guide can suggest practical areas and sights based on the time you have available.