Tour Packages from Sahel Hashesh
Luxor and Aswan 3-Day Private Trip
Description
The Luxor and Aswan 3-day trip from Sahel Hashesh covers Egypt’s main Nile Valley sights without the need to arrange separate transfers. We travel by private vehicle with a personal guide, starting at Dendera temple, then visiting Luxor’s ancient monuments before heading south to Aswan and ending at the Abu Simbel temples.
Dendera temple starts the trip with the Temple of Hathor, its well-preserved columns, carved walls and famous astronomical ceiling. Your guide explains the symbols and rituals shown in the reliefs, giving context to what you see across the stone complex. The site is also quieter than many of Luxor’s main monuments, so there is time to examine the details.
On Luxor’s west bank, you visit the Valley of the Kings, where pharaohs were buried in rock-cut tombs. Your guide explains how the valley was used and which tombs are open during your visit; entrance arrangements can vary. Nearby, Hatshepsut temple stretches across broad terraces beneath the cliffs. The Colossi of Memnon stand beside the road, marking the remains of an earlier temple complex.
Karnak temple gives you another view of ancient Thebes. Its courtyards, pylons and vast Hypostyle Hall show the scale of the religious centre, with your guide explaining the changes made by successive rulers. We keep the sightseeing in a sensible order, with time for photographs and short breaks instead of rushing from one stop to the next.
After Luxor, the journey continues south towards Aswan in a private vehicle. You reach Philae temple by boat on the reservoir. The temple is dedicated mainly to the goddess Isis, and its island setting, surrounding water and detailed gateways shape the visit. Your guide remains with you during the main sightseeing and helps keep each transfer clear and straightforward.
The final major visit is to the Abu Simbel temples, with the four colossal figures at the entrance to the Great Temple of Ramses II and the smaller temple dedicated to Nefertari. The early start commonly used for this excursion means you should be comfortable with a long road journey on the final day. The schedule is demanding, but it lets travellers with limited time in Egypt include Abu Simbel without arranging a separate multi-day route.
This trip suits travellers who want a concentrated history itinerary, private transport and direct support from a personal guide. It is less suitable for anyone seeking a slow-paced holiday, long free afternoons or extended visits at each site. The distances are substantial, so we recommend using the overnight stops to rest, drinking water during road sections and keeping luggage easy to handle. Pickup and drop-off can be arranged in Sahel Hashesh or Port Ghalib, subject to the confirmed route.
We arrange the transport, sightseeing order and local guidance together, so you do not need to negotiate separate road transfers in unfamiliar areas. Accommodation and meal arrangements are confirmed with your booking details, while site visits follow local opening conditions. Wear comfortable shoes, carry sun protection and keep your passport available for hotel and travel procedures.
Included
Personal guide during the sightseeing visits
Accommodation during the 3-day trip, according to the selected booking option
Transport between Luxor, Aswan and Abu Simbel
Pickup and drop-off in Sahel Hashesh or Port Ghalib
Private air-conditioned vehicle for the tour
Excluded
Personal expenses and shopping
Boat transfer costs at Philae if not included in the selected option
Tipping for the guide and driver
Meals and drinks unless specifically included
Entrance fees unless stated in your booking details
Don't forget
Light clothing suitable for temple visits
Valid passport or a copy of your passport
Any required medication
Refillable water bottle
Cash for meals, personal expenses and optional fees
Small overnight bag for the 3-day route
Comfortable walking shoes
Hat, sunglasses and high-factor sunscreen
Frequently Asked Questions
The 3-day Luxor and Aswan trip includes private vehicle transfers from Sahel Hashesh or Port Ghalib and a personal guide for visits to Dendera temple, Luxor’s ancient sites, Aswan and the Abu Simbel temples. The booking details confirm whether entrance fees, accommodation, meals or other services are included.
Our team can clarify the package inclusions before you book, so you know which costs are covered and which are paid separately.
This is an active 3-day trip with long road transfers and several sightseeing stops, including the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut temple, Karnak temple, Philae temple and Abu Simbel. The private vehicle lets you travel at a more flexible pace, but early starts and time on foot are part of the experience.
You should be comfortable walking across open archaeological sites, uneven ground and some steps. Your guide can help organise the visits at a sensible pace.
Pickup takes place at your accommodation in Sahel Hashesh or Port Ghalib, followed by private road transfers between the Red Sea coast, Luxor, Aswan and Abu Simbel. Your personal guide accompanies the sightseeing programme, while the exact pickup time depends on your confirmed location and itinerary.
Please provide the correct hotel or accommodation details when booking. Our team will confirm the arrangements and meeting point before the trip.
Children can join this private Luxor and Aswan tour, while travellers with limited mobility should discuss their needs with us before booking because the Valley of the Kings, Dendera temple and other sites include uneven surfaces, outdoor walking and steps.
The private vehicle allows some flexibility with rest stops and sightseeing pace. Wheelchair access varies by site, so we will help assess the route based on the traveller’s mobility and equipment.
Wear light, modest clothing with comfortable walking shoes, and bring a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and a refillable water bottle for the outdoor sites. A light layer is useful for early road transfers, while shoulders and knees should be covered when visiting temples and local religious places.
Bring any required medication, personal documents and a phone or camera. Good footwear matters at the Colossi of Memnon, Karnak temple and the other open-air sites.
You can request the tour by selecting your preferred date, pickup location and traveller details, then checking the booking conditions shown for this 3-day trip. Cancellation and amendment terms depend on the reservation conditions and should be reviewed before payment.
Because the itinerary includes multiple transfers and planned visits to Abu Simbel, tell us as early as possible about any changes. Our team will explain the applicable policy and check whether adjustments can be made.
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Your Itinerary
Our team collects you from Sahel Hashesh or Port Ghalib in a private vehicle and begins the drive towards Luxor. The first stop is Dendera temple, where your personal guide explains the reliefs, columns and astronomical ceiling in the Temple of Hathor. The site is spacious, so you can take your time with the main hall and the better-preserved details before continuing south.
After the transfer to Luxor, visit Karnak temple with your guide. Walk through the great processional route and the vast hypostyle hall, then look closely at the carved columns and royal inscriptions. The timing depends on the road conditions and time spent at Dendera, but the day is planned at a steady sightseeing pace rather than as a rushed collection of stops. You arrive in Luxor for the evening, with time to rest before the following day's west-bank visits and onward journey to Aswan.
After breakfast, cross to Luxor's west bank for a morning among the ancient royal and funerary sites. Begin at the Valley of the Kings, where your guide helps you understand how the tombs were cut into the desert cliffs and explains which chambers are open during your visit. The ground is uneven in places, and the heat can build quickly, so comfortable shoes, water and a hat are useful.
Continue to Hatshepsut temple, set against the limestone cliffs, before stopping at the Colossi of Memnon for photographs and an explanation of their original setting. You then leave Luxor by private vehicle for Aswan. The road journey takes several hours and passes through changing Nile Valley scenery, with breaks arranged when practical. On arrival, settle in for the night and prepare for the early start to Abu Simbel on the final day.
The final day starts early with the drive from Aswan to the Abu Simbel temples. Your guide introduces the two rock-cut temples and the Ramses II facade before you go inside to see the decorated halls and sanctuaries. The return journey to Aswan follows the visit, so bring breakfast or snacks, water and sun protection for the road and the open areas around the temples.
Back in Aswan, visit Philae temple, reached by a short boat crossing to its island setting. Your guide points out the sanctuary's courtyards, reliefs and later inscriptions, including the evidence of several religious traditions sharing the site. After the visit, there is time for a practical break before the private transfer back towards Sahel Hashesh or Port Ghalib. This is a long departure day because of the Abu Simbel road journey; we arrange the route and stops with the full return transfer in mind.