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Luxor and Aswan 3-Day Tour from Makadi
Luxor and Aswan 3-day tour from Makadi gives you three days to see major monuments in southern Egypt without returning to the Red Sea each evening. We travel in a private vehicle with a tour guide, starting at the painted chambers of Dendera temple before continuing through Luxor to Aswan and Abu Simbel. It suits travellers who want a focused introduction to Upper Egypt, with organised transfers and a clear plan for each sightseeing day.
Dendera temple makes a strong first stop. The Temple of Hathor has well-preserved reliefs, tall columns and a famous astronomical ceiling, all easier to understand with a guide beside you. Its decoration is more complete than that of many larger temple sites in Luxor, with detailed scenes of gods, rulers and religious ceremonies. Your guide explains the symbols and points out details that are easy to overlook when visiting alone.
In Luxor, we visit the west and east banks in a practical order. On the west bank, the Valley of the Kings takes you into tombs cut into the desert cliffs, where painted scenes remain underground. Queen Hatshepsut temple spreads across broad terraces below the rock face and tells the story of one of ancient Egypt’s most capable rulers. Nearby, the Colossi of Memnon make a short, worthwhile stop; the two seated figures once marked the entrance to an older temple complex.
Karnak temple changes the scale of the Luxor visit. The Great Hypostyle Hall is the main sight, with rows of huge columns covered in carved inscriptions. The complex also has gateways, courts, obelisks and the remains of a sacred lake. Seeing it properly takes time, and travelling privately lets us keep a comfortable pace, stop for explanations and pause for photographs when you wish.
Aswan brings a quieter setting beside the Nile. Phiala temple, also written as Philae, sits on an island reached by boat, with sanctuaries dedicated to Isis and other ancient Egyptian deities. You cross the water before walking through courtyards and halls covered with reliefs, with the river surrounding the site. The trip then continues to the Abu Simbel temples. Their rock-cut façades show Ramesses II and Queen Nefertari, while the interiors contain large statues and detailed wall scenes. Your guide places the temples in the history of Nubia and explains their relocation during the Aswan High Dam project.
Pickup is arranged from Makadi or Port Ghalib. The long distances are covered in a private, air-conditioned vehicle rather than with a large group. Expect early starts, extended road travel and several hours on foot at the temple sites. The trip suits travellers who value privacy, direct transfers and more control over the pace. Long drives, uneven ground and warm outdoor sites may be tiring for some people. We can explain the route and walking conditions before departure so you can prepare.
Our team arranges the transport, guide service, sightseeing stops and overnight stays, so you do not have to manage separate connections between the Red Sea, Luxor, Aswan and Abu Simbel. Plan meals and personal purchases around the confirmed programme. Comfortable shoes, sun protection and a refillable water bottle will make the walking easier. Bring your passport or required travel identification, as it may be requested for hotel and transport arrangements.
Entrance fees to the listed sightseeing sites
Pickup and drop-off from Makadi or Port Ghalib
Tour guide service
Private air-conditioned vehicle
Accommodation during the two nights of the trip
Boat transfer to Phiala temple
Tipping for the guide and driver
Any optional activities not listed in the itinerary
Drinks and additional meals not stated in the booking
Personal expenses
Refillable water bottle
Passport or required travel identification
Sun hat, sunglasses and high-factor sunscreen
Small day bag and phone or camera charger
Comfortable walking shoes
Light clothing suitable for temple visits
The 3-day Luxor and Aswan tour from Makadi or Port Ghalib includes private vehicle transfers and the services of a tour guide, with visits planned for Dendera temple, Luxor’s main ancient sites, Aswan, and Abu Simbel temples. The itinerary includes The Valley of the Kings, Queen Hatshepsut temple, The Colossi of Memnon, Karnak temple, and Phiala temple.
Entrance fees, meals, accommodation, and any extra services depend on the booking option shown for your selected tour. Please check the inclusions before confirming.
This 3-day private tour usually follows a full sightseeing schedule, beginning with Dendera temple and Luxor’s west and east banks, then continuing to Aswan and Abu Simbel temples. You can see The Valley of the Kings, Queen Hatshepsut temple, and The Colossi of Memnon before visiting Karnak temple, then continue south for Phiala temple.
The days involve long road transfers and walking around archaeological sites, so the pace suits travellers who want to cover several major sights in one trip. The guide can explain the order and practical arrangements each day.
Yes, pickup and return transfer are arranged from your accommodation area in Makadi or Port Ghalib for this private Luxor, Aswan, and Abu Simbel tour. Your confirmed pickup details depend on your exact location, so our team will coordinate the meeting point and departure information after booking.
The tour uses a private vehicle, allowing the journey to be organised for your group rather than around a shared coach schedule. Long driving sections are part of the route.
This private 3-day tour can suit families with children, while travellers with limited mobility should consider that Dendera temple, The Valley of the Kings, Karnak temple, and other sites involve walking across uneven surfaces, steps, and exposed ground. A private vehicle gives your group more flexibility with breaks and sightseeing time.
Please tell our team about mobility needs before booking. We can explain the access conditions at each planned stop, including Queen Hatshepsut temple, Phiala temple, and Abu Simbel temples, so you can judge the trip comfortably.
Wear light, modest clothing and comfortable closed shoes for this 3-day Luxor and Aswan trip, and bring a hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, personal medication, and enough drinking water for the day. Clothing that covers the shoulders and knees is a respectful choice when visiting temples and local communities.
Bring your booking details and identification if requested for the tour arrangements. A small day bag is useful because the sightseeing stops include outdoor walking at Dendera temple, the Valley of the Kings, and Abu Simbel temples.
You can request this private 3-day tour by selecting your preferred date, pickup area, and traveller details, then reviewing the booking conditions before confirming. Our team will use the information provided to arrange the vehicle, guide, and transfer details for your Luxor, Aswan, and Abu Simbel itinerary.
Cancellation and amendment terms depend on the booking option and timing, so check the specific policy shown with your reservation. Contact us before confirming if you need to change the date, pickup location, or traveller details.
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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.
All our tour operators are licensed and verified by Egyptian tourism authorities.
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Your Itinerary
Our team collects you from Makadi or Port Ghalib in a private vehicle for the drive towards Luxor. The first stop is Dendera temple, a well-preserved ancient temple complex dedicated mainly to Hathor, the goddess associated with music, motherhood and the sky. Your guide explains the carved columns, ceremonial halls and astronomical ceiling details as you walk through the site. Allow time for photographs and a relaxed look at the reliefs before continuing south.
After the visit, we continue to Luxor and stop at Karnak temple, where broad courtyards, monumental pylons and the Great Hypostyle Hall show the scale of ancient Thebes. The visit involves walking over uneven ground, so comfortable shoes, sun protection and water are useful. We then transfer to your accommodation or arranged overnight stay in Luxor, with the evening free to rest after the road journey.
After breakfast, we cross to Luxor’s West Bank for the morning’s archaeological visits. At The Valley of the Kings, your guide helps you understand how the valley became the burial ground of New Kingdom rulers. You enter the tombs included in the site arrangements, where painted walls and narrow passageways reveal a very different experience from the open-air monuments. Conditions inside can be warm, and the ground is uneven in places.
We continue to the Queen Hatshepsut temple, built into the cliffs at Deir el-Bahari, then pause at The Colossi of Memnon for photographs and an explanation of the two seated figures. After lunch or a suitable rest stop, the private vehicle travels south towards Aswan. This is a longer transfer, so the day combines sightseeing with time on the road. On arrival, our team helps with the evening check-in and leaves you time to relax.
The final day begins early with a private road transfer from Aswan to the Abu Simbel temples. The journey takes several hours each way, but the temples are among the most important stops on the route. Your guide points out the four seated figures at the Great Temple and explains the nearby temple dedicated to Hathor and Nefertari. Inside, look for the carved halls and scenes showing royal ceremonies and religious processions. Time on site is arranged before the return drive.
Back in Aswan, we visit the Phiala temple on Agilkia Island. Reached by boat, the temple has carved colonnades, courtyards and reliefs from several periods of Egyptian history. The island setting makes this a quieter final stop, although boat arrangements and the visit depend on local operating conditions. Afterwards, we begin the road transfer back towards Makadi or Port Ghalib. Because Abu Simbel is a distant excursion, expect a full day with extended driving and plan to keep essentials, water and travel documents close at hand.