Top Aswan Outdoor Activities - page 3

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.

Explore the Abu Simbel Temples with ease on this full-day guided tour from Aswan. Your qualified guide will pick you up from your hotel or ship and accompany you across the desert. On arrival, explore the exterior of the twin temples (entrance fees extra), reflected in Lake Nasser, and learn how they were relocated as the Nile rose.

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.

Skip the expense of flying and travel south for a Nile cruise in style. Exploring with a guide in a group capped at just 15 travelers, catch the sleeper train to Aswan, then join a 5-star ship for a full-board cruise. See the signature sights of Aswan, Kom Ombo, Edfu, and Luxor with a guide—please note, entrance fees are not included. Finally, take the sleeper back from Luxor.

Calling all bird watchers: get a chance to spot distinctive local species during this private birding tour in Aswan. Join the noted Aswan-based bird watcher nicknamed the Birdman of Aswan as you embark on an exclusive excursion. Hop onboard a traditional felucca sailing boat to travel from the East Bank to the rugged West Bank. Catch sight of kingfishers, egrets, parakeets, herons, and the Nile Valley Sunbird.

Avoid the hassle of flagging down a last-minute ride or taking unreliable public transport to the airport by prebooking this Aswan International Airport Private Transfer from Aswan. A driver meets you at your accommodation or cruise port location and picks you up. They know the best ways around the city to get to the airport in time for your departure flight.

A lot of rides to the airport come with hidden fees or extra costs added on at the last minute—prebook this Aswan International Airport Private Departure Transfer and you’ll never have to worry about more fees. A private driver picks you and your private group up at your Aswan hotel or Aswan cruise port and takes you to the airport in time for your flight. A perfect, stress-free option for larger groups of up to 15 people.

There's no more atmospheric way to experience the Nile than aboard a private felucca sailboat. This traditional but comfortable craft with meals included lets you glide through Nubia the old-fashioned way, traveling north to Kom Ombo. On arrival, your private driver/guide will collect you, show you Kom Ombo Temple and the Temple of Horus at Edfu, then drop you at your Luxor address.

Enjoy an authentic Egyptian experience on this overnight private cruise down the Nile in a traditional felucca boat. Marvel at ancient historical sites, meet locals, and sing around campfires on the banks of the Nile as the boat crew skillfully guide you along this amazing river. Relax with hotel pickup included for a seamless experience.

Discover one of the New7Wonders of the World during this private excursion from Sharm el-Sheikh to Petra. Cross the Gulf of Aqaba and drive out through the desert to see this ancient UNESCO World Heritage Site. Learn about the history of this rock-cut city and see other landmarks like Siq Canyon and Roman ruins. Enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant before heading back the way you came.

Some sightseeing tours pack too many sights into the allotted time, making you feel super rushed. This 4-day Aswan and Luxor Nile cruise is a great alternative because it spaces out attractions so you feel like you get ample time at each. Explore popular places such as Philae, the Aswan Dam, the Temple of Kom Ombo, the Temple of Edfu, and Karnak.

See the ancient temples of Abu Simbel in the shortest amount of time during this half-day guided tour from Aswan, which includes round-trip domestic flight tickets. Choose between partly or fully guided Egyptologist-led tours. Enjoy comfortably ground transfers between your hotel and the airport in an air-conditioned minivan. Admission tickets to the Abu Simbel temple complex are included.

Focus more on the royal temples of Abu Simbel and less on logistics, with this comprehensive day trip from Aswan. Alongside an Egyptologist guide, you’ll travel direct from your Aswan hotel to the striking archaeological complex. You’ll have ample free time to discover the temples on your own, followed up with commentary from your guide to learn all about them.

Explore Aswan’s Nubian heritage during this private three-hour excursion to Sohail Island. Head inside a family home to get to know local community members. Listen to stories about the culture and history of the Nubian people over a home-brewed glass of tea. Enjoy free time to explore the island on your own, known for its brightly painted homes. Hotel transfers and a boat ride on the Nile River are included.

Take an amazing sailing Nile cruise trip from Aswan to Luxor for 2-nights with visit to the fabulous temples between Luxor and Aswan and the Great temples of Abu Simbel 285 km south of Aswan. Feast on buffet lunches, dinners, and breakfasts on board a 5-star ship. Every few hours, you will get alarm from your Nile Cruise to stop and walk to these huge temples and tombs in Aswan and Luxor to take amazing shots. Enjoy visiting Abu Simbel Temples, Kom Ombo Temple, Edfu Temple, Valley of the kings and Hatshepsut Temple. Enjoy comfortable pickup and drop off at your hotel, airport or train station.

Bask in the timeless majesty of ancient Egypt on an immersive journey through the land of the pharaohs, exploring its quintessential archaeological treasures with an expert tour guide, and cruise for three nights along the Nile. Cruises Schedule: Every Friday Or Monday Or Wednesday Tour Advantages

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.

There's no better way to visit Egypt's ancient sights than by cruising down the Nile River between Aswan and Luxor. On this multi-day tour, enjoy overnight accommodation, meals, and stunning views of temples and tombs from the water. Hop off the ship at several stops. In Aswan, visit Philae Temple, the High Dam, and Unfinished Obelisk in its stone quarry. Once you reach Luxor, explore several temples, and visit the Valley of the Kings, where the pharaohs were buried.

Experience some of the oldest and most iconic ruins on a 4-day private Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor. Cover thousands of years of Egyptian history with Egyptologist-led tours of ancient temples, from Karnak—the world’s largest temple—to Kom Ombo. Tours include hotel pickup, door-to-door transfers, felucca ride, and tasty meals onboard the luxury sailing boat.

Avoid the hassle of finding a ride at the chaotic airport when you arrive in Aswan and book this reliable Aswan International Airport Private Arrival Transfer ahead of your visit. Your private group of up to 15 gets picked up by a driver and gets help with your luggage. Once onboard the vehicle, you’ll ride smoothly to your accommodation in Aswan.

Sail down the Nile River from Aswan to Luxor on this 3-night private cruise. Enjoy views from the sun deck and swim in the onboard pool. Stops include the Aswan High Dam, Philae Temple, Kom-Ombo, Edfu, and Luxor's East Bank. Overnights are on board with meals included, plus skip-the-line access at key sights.

Discover some of the most important sights of ancient Egypt on this 4-day, 3-night private cruise along the River Nile. Starting in Aswan, you'll visit temples like Philae, Edfu, and Kom Ombo on your way to Luxor and the Valley of Kings. When not sightseeing, relax on the ship's sun deck and swimming pool.

Make the trip to Abu Simbel easy! Board a plane in Aswan in the morning and fly to Abu Simbel. Spend the morning admiring the incredible rock-cut tombs on the shore of Lake Nasser before flying back to Aswan to enjoy the afternoon.