Top Aswan Half-day Tours - page 2

Join us on an exciting morning quad bike safari tour through the Egyptian desert in Luxor. Beat the heat with an optional early morning departure, that takes advantage of cooler morning temperatures. Admire the landscape and see the panoramic view of the beautiful desert. Experience an unforgettable adventure riding a quad bike for about 90 minutes across Luxor west bank desert. You will have the chance to discover Wadi Ziad in Luxor desert, which contains different kinds of marvelous stones. Relax with door-to-door transportation by an air-conditioned vehicle and professional guide included.

Enjoy an amazing adventure with quad bike and see the beauty of Luxor desert. Admire the landscape of the desert and see the panoramic view of the sunset while driving. Relax on board of a sailing boat and enjoy the natural life of the farms while sailing for about one hour. Door-to-door transfer included and professional guide.

Sail from Aswan to Luxor, with plenty of stops along the way to visit ancient temples, with this cruise package, which includes round-trip train transportation from Cairo. On-board amenities include a swimming pool, buffet meals, and live entertainment every evening. During the day, you'll visit attractions such as Luxor's East and West Banks and the Edfu and Kom Ombo Temples.

Take a cruise down the Nile River, stopping to visit ancient archaeological sites along the way, with this three-night cruise from Luxor to Aswan. You'll see the West and East Banks of Luxor, visit the temples of Edfu and Kom Ombo, and spend time exploring Abu Simbel with an Egyptologist guide by your side.

Embark on a captivating journey that takes you to the heart of Nubian culture and the natural beauty of Aswan. Your adventure begins with a serene Motor boat along the Nile, where you'll glide past picturesque landscapes and ancient landmarks. Arrive at the charming Nubian Village, where you'll be warmly welcomed by the locals and gain insight into their unique traditions, vibrant culture, and colorful homes. After exploring the village, continue your journey to the enchanting Botanical Island. This lush oasis, nestled in the Nile, is home to a stunning variety of tropical plants and rare species, providing a peaceful escape into nature. Stroll through the gardens, take in the exotic flora, and enjoy the serene ambiance. This tour offers a perfect blend of cultural immersion and natural beauty, making it an unforgettable experience in Aswan.

Aswan is filled with important historical attractions, but sights are spread out, making them difficult to tick off in limited time. Ideal for travelers with tight schedules, this half-day, small-group experience covers Aswan High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk, and the stunningly preserved island Temple of Philae, all in a handful of hours. Air-conditioned door-to-door ground transportation is provided, plus a scenic motorboat ride along the Nile River.

Exploring Aswan’s highlights with a private guide means a more flexible and personalized sightseeing experience than on a shared trip. With this half-day tour, you travel with your own Egyptologist guide to the Unfinished Obelisk, Aswan High Dam, and Philae Temple, with the opportunity to view and learn about them as you like. Private air-conditioned transport, a choice of departure times, and hotel, port, and station pickup and drop-off are also included for convenience.

Begin with pickup at your centrally-located hotel or cruise ship by 2:30 pm: the exact time of departure depends on your location and will be confirmed by the local supplier after booking. Transfer to a jetty on the Nile River, where you’ll board a boat for Sohail Island. Depending on river conditions and the weather, you’ll travel in a traditional felucca sailboat, or in a modern motorboat. Take in views of the Nile riverbanks on the way to Sohail Island, passing Elephantine Island along the way. Disembark on Sohail Island, and visit a traditional Nubian house to learn about the history and culture of the Nubian people over a glass of welcome tea. After your time at the house, take a walk to explore the island on your own, strolling through brightly-painted villages, and chatting with the locals. At the end of the afternoon, meet back up at the boat jetty, where you’ll begin the return trip to Aswan. This tour concludes with drop-off at your hotel or cruise ship at roughly 6:30 pm.

Cruise the Nile River from Aswan to Luxor on a 5-star cruise that explores the ancient highlights of the Upper Nile. From the Temple of Philae to Kom Ombo Temple and the Valley of the Kings, discover royal tombs to temples. An included sunrise hot-air balloon flight above Luxor’s magnificent West Bank helps take in the scale of the ancient settlement, and onboard entertainment ensures a lively cruise. Discover one of the most impressive temples in Egypt by visiting Abu Simbel 285 km south of Aswan.

Follow in the footsteps of the pharaohs as you cruise the River Nile from Aswan to Luxor. Pair the comfort of a modern ship with informative guided tours and door-to-door transfers on this 4-day, 5-star experience. See the highlights of Aswan and Luxor, including Philae Temple, Kom Ombo, Edfu, and the Valley of the Kings, and savor nine meals. Entrance fees and a Gala Dinner on New Year's Eve are extra.

Experience a Nubian community on a private tour from your accommodations in Aswan to the rustic Sohail Island in the middle of the Nile River. Intrepid travelers and history buffs cherish the chance to ride in a traditional sailboat (conditions dependent) and explore the off-the-grid village. Plus, this tour includes a pre-arranged cup of tea in a home where you can learn first-hand about the local way of life.

This Philae Temple, Aswan High Dam, and Unfinished Obelisk Private Half-Day Tour is perfect for travelers who are short on time but still want to see Aswan’s main highlights while they’re staying in the city. A private experience gives you and your group an intimate look at Aswan High Dam, Unfinished Obelisk, and Philae Temple with a guide who’s there to tell about the history and answer questions. Plus, round-trip transport from Aswan is included, too.

Cover the highlights of bustling, history-filled Aswan during this small-group tour. Marvel at the modern engineering feat known as the High Dam, learn how ancient monuments were constructed during a visit to the Unfinished Obelisk, and hop aboard a motorboat to travel across the Nile to stunning Philae Temple. Enjoy included hotel and cruise vessel transfers on this intimate, small-group tour.

Discover the grand Abu Simbel temples, which were, built by King Ramses II, during this full-day private tour from Aswan. Head south, towards the Sudanese border, to explore this UNESCO World Heritage Site and learn about the lives of the ancient pharaohs. After getting background knowledge from your guide, enjoy ample time to explore the temples on your own, before heading back to Aswan.

Get an authentic taste of Upper Egypt on this full-day guided door-to-door tour of Aswan, complete with lunch in a Nubian village. Discover Philae Temple, perched on an island in the Nile; explore the colorful and cooling architecture of a Nubian village; learn about ancient Egyptian stone-working at the Unfinished Obelisk and the quarry that surrounds it; and see the High Dam which reshaped the Nile.

Discover three of Aswan’s top highlights with ease on a private tour by boat. Enjoy convenient pickup from your Aswan hotel or Nile cruise. Visit the Temple of Philae, the Unfinished Obelisk, and the Aswan High Dam, with a qualified guide in your preferred language to provide historical context and insights.

Delve deep into the majesty of ancient Egypt on this private guided day tour that explores the dazzling Philae Temple, now on an island in the Nile, and the Nubian Museum, which covers 4,500 years of history. Your personal guide will collect you from your Aswan address, including cruise ships, in an air-conditioned vehicle, so there’s no need to worry about the summer heat. Upgrade for a restaurant lunch.

Explore the top highlighs on the East Bank of Luxor with this half-day private guided tour. Enjoy pickup from your Luxor hotel or port, tranfers by air-conditioned vehicle, and visit the Temple of Karnak and Luxor Temple with an English speaking Egyptologist guide, who can provide historical insights and context.

Visit some of the most important ancient attractions on Luxor's West Bank with an Egyptologist guide by your side. This private tour will take you to the Habu Temple, the Valley of the Nobles, and Deir El Madina (AKA the Valley of the Artisans), where you'll learn all about ancient history and have plenty of time to ask questions and take pictures.

See the highlights of Luxor in just one day with a small-group tour of the ancient city's ancient sites, led by an Egyptologist guide. You'll travel from your hotel to the West Bank of Luxor, where you’ll visit the Valley of Kings mortuary site, tour the massive Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, and stop at the Colossi of Memnon.

Calling all birders: this private, three-hour bird-watching experience in Southern Egypt pairs you with a local expert nicknamed the “Birdman of Aswan.” Relax with front-door pick-up from your hotel and sail across the Nile to Lord Kitchener's Island in a traditional wind-powered felucca. Observe a variety of local birdlife in their natural habitat, including egrets, parakeets, and kingfishers, plus colorful flora like hibiscus and mimosa.

Ride a camel to  St. Simeon’s Monastery on a private, 3.5-hour tour on Aswan's Elephantine Island. Glimpse faint traces of fresco paintings as you explore the 7th-century site, and take in stark views from the fortified walls. Learn the story of the monks that used Elephantine Island as a basecamp for missionary trips into Nubia, and find graffiti left by Islamic pilgrims during their long journeys to Mecca.

Ideal for travelers short on time, this private, half-day tour of the Giza Pyramids and the Sphinx lets you tick off one of Egypt’s most iconic destinations with the rest of the day free for other activities. Learn about the ancient world of mummies and pharaohs from your own personal Egyptologist-trained guide. Enter a burial chamber or include a camelback ride or lunch stop at an extra cost.

A Nile River cruise is an essential part of any southern Egypt trip. This 3-day sail from Aswan to Luxor is the perfect way to cover a lot of ground in a short period of time. Enjoy all your meals onboard the vessel and stop at numerous temples and ruins along the way to learn more about ancient Egypt.