Aswan Highlights Tour from Luxor

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9 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: German and 4 more

Private journey from Luxor to Aswan offers a comprehensive experience of Upper Egypt’s southern treasures. With a personal Egyptologist guide, you’ll explore the region’s most impressive temples, ancient engineering marvels, and scenic landscapes along the Nile. The private setting ensures flexibility, allowing you to enjoy each site at your own pace while learning captivating stories of Egypt’s ancient rulers. Traveling through the heart of the Nile Valley, you’ll witness authentic village life and breathtaking desert-meets-river views. This tour is ideal for travelers who value comfort, depth of history, and authentic cultural encounters.

What's Included

Lunch at a local restaurant
Pick-up and drop-off service from your hotel
Return to Luxor in comfort
All transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicle
Qualified Egyptologist Tour Guide
Gratuities (optional)

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We will warmly greet you with a sign bearing your name from your hotel or location.

Itinerary

Duration: 9 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    Luxor

    Private full-day tour from Luxor to Aswan, where Egypt’s southern treasures await your discovery. Travel comfortably in an air-conditioned private vehicle along the scenic Nile Valley, passing traditional villages and lush farmlands.

    3 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Temple of Philae

    Start with a comfortable pick-up from your Luxor hotel in a private, air-conditioned vehicle. Accompanied by your dedicated guide, your first destination unveils the enchanting Temple of Philae. A delightful motorboat ride will transport you across the shimmering waters to Agilkia Island, the temple's current and picturesque location. Explore the beautifully preserved pylons adorned with intricate carvings depicting ancient myths and pharaonic rulers. Marvel at the delicate details of the sanctuaries dedicated to Isis and other deities, absorbing the serene atmosphere of this relocated architectural gem.

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 3
    Aswan High Dam

    Following your exploration of Philae, your private vehicle will take you to the impressive Aswan High Dam, a modern marvel of engineering. Ascend to the summit and gain panoramic vistas of Lake Nasser, one of the world's largest artificial lakes, and the surrounding landscape. Your guide will explain the dam's significant role in controlling the Nile's floods and generating hydroelectric power, providing insights into its impact on the region's development.

    1 hour • Admission ticket not included
  • 4
    Unfinished Obelisk

    Your final stop in Aswan will be the fascinating Unfinished Obelisk. Witness firsthand the sheer scale and ambition of ancient Egyptian stonemasons as you stand before this massive granite structure, still attached to the bedrock. Learn about the techniques they employed and the reasons why this colossal obelisk was never completed, offering a unique glimpse into their monumental construction processes.

    1 hour • Admission ticket not included
  • 5
    Luxor

    Returning to Luxor in comfort. This private journey combines culture, scenery, and history for a perfect day out in southern Egypt.

    3 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Luxor Best Tours

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Bus Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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