"3-Day Luxor, Aswan & Abu Simbel Tour from Hurghada"

Early morning, we will pick you up at 05:00 am from your hotel in Hurghada by a private A.C. Car to be transferred to Luxor . Upon arrival you will meet your private tour guide who will join you to visit: Karnak Temple: No site in Egypt is more impressive than Karnak . It is the largest temple complex ever built by man and represents the combined achievement of many generations of ancient builders and pharaohs. The Temple of Karnak is actually three main temples, smaller enclosed temples, and several outer temples situated on 247 acres of land. Luxor Temple: The Temple of Luxor was the center of the most important festival, the festival of Opet. Built largely by Amenhotep III and Rameses II, the temple's purpose was as a setting for the rituals of the festival. The festival was to reconcile the human aspect of the ruler with the divine office. Lunch in Local Restaurant, After the Lunch, You will Visit the valley of the Kings Valley of the Kings: The final resting place of Egypt's rulers from the 18th to the 20th dynasty is home to tombs including the great pharaoh Ramses II and boy pharaoh Tutankhamen. The tombs were well stocked with all the material goods a ruler might need in the next world. Most of the decoration inside the tombs is still well preserved. Hatshepsut Temple: It is one of the most beautiful & best preserved of all of the temples of Ancient Egypt. The temple was built on three levels with two wide ramps in a central position joining the levels together. Colossi of Memnon: Two massive stone statues of king Amenhotep III are the only remains of a complete mortuary temple. The statues are made from blocks of quartzite sandstone which exist in Cairo then moved 700 KM to Luxor
Drive to Aswan from Luxor over Night in Basma Hotel.

Your exciting day begins with an early pickup from your hotel in Aswan at 04:00 AM. Enjoy a comfortable drive to Abu Simbel, where you'll arrive at 07:00 AM, ready to explore two of Egypt's most magnificent monuments.

Visit the Great Temples of Ramses II and Queen Nefertari, marveling at their grandeur and the fascinating history behind their relocation in 1960. Learn how the temples were moved with the help of the Egyptian government and UNESCO to avoid being submerged by the rising waters of the Nile. Admire the impressive mural of Ramses II’s victory at the Battle of Qadesh, and explore the small temple dedicated to Queen Nefertari, his beloved wife, showcasing stunning rock sanctuaries and intricate bas-reliefs.

Afterward, enjoy a traditional lunch aboard a Nile Felucca, providing you with a unique experience on the river.

In the afternoon, discover the highlights of Aswan, including a visit to the Temple of Philae, dedicated to the goddess Isis. This temple, constructed around 690 BC, is the last to be built in the classical Egyptian style and was one of the final locations where the goddess was worshipped.

Next, sail by Felucca around Elephantine Island, enjoying the scenic beauty of the Nile. Then, head to the Aswan High Dam, a monumental project completed in 1971 that created Lake Nasser, one of the world's largest reservoirs. Learn about its importance and engineering.

Finally, visit the Unfinished Obelisk, where you’ll see a colossal obelisk nearly 42 meters long that was never completed. The site offers valuable insights into how the ancient Egyptians crafted their massive stone monuments. This obelisk, if finished, would have weighed 1168 tonnes, making it the largest and heaviest stone structure ever shaped by the ancient Egyptians.

In the evening, return to your hotel for an overnight stay at Basma Hotel in Aswan, reflecting on a day full of history and awe-inspiring monuments.

This exclusive tour offers a deep dive into Egypt's ancient wonders, blending cultural exploration with modern comfort and expert guidance.

After breakfast, depart for a visit to the Temple of Kom Ombo.
The Kom Ombo Temple, located 50 km north of Aswan, is unique among ancient Egyptian temples, as it is dedicated to two gods: Sobek, the crocodile god of fertility, and Horus, the falcon-headed god of the sky. The temple is also renowned for its reliefs of surgical instruments, providing an early record of medicine and surgery in Ancient Egypt.

Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant, then proceed to visit the Edfu Temple.
The Edfu Temple, one of the largest and best-preserved Ptolemaic temples, is dedicated to Horus the Falcon. It is a grand structure, featuring numerous columns, halls, chambers, and chapels. Two impressive statues of Horus stand at the twin-towered entrance, and inside, an inscription lists the titles of the books (scrolls) that were once stored in the temple’s library.

After your visit, drive back to Hurghada, concluding your day of exploration.