Top Aswan Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises - page 5

Sail the Nile in style and explore the best of Aswan, Luxor, and everything in between on a 5-star cruise. Start your adventure in Aswan with guided visits to the majestic Philae Temple and the impressive High Dam. Travel by road to the awe-inspiring Abu Simbel Temples—one of Egypt’s most iconic sites. As you sail north, stop to visit the fascinating Kom Ombo and Edfu Temples before arriving in Luxor, home to some of ancient Egypt’s most spectacular monuments. In Luxor, soar above the West Bank in a once-in-a-lifetime hot-air balloon ride and explore the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, Karnak, and more—all with a licensed Egyptologist by your side. ✔ Ideal for travelers who want to explore Upper Egypt without hotel changes ✔ 4-night stay aboard a 5-star Nile cruise with all meals included ✔ Full-day trip to Abu Simbel included ✔ Sunrise hot-air balloon ride in Luxor included ✔ Daily guided tours with a professional Egyptologist

See more of Egypt and check off a Nile cruise with this 3-night experience from Aswan. Offering a convenient and relaxing way to visit Abu Simbel and Luxor, this package includes hotel pickup, Nile cruise ship accommodation, meals, and trips with an Egyptologist guide. Extra highlights include an Abu Simbel small-group tour, a visit to a local family in a Nubian village on Soheil Island, and a Luxor hot air balloon ride.

The twin Abu Simbel Temples, tributes to Ramses II and Queen Nefertari, loom on the shores of Lake Nasser, about 180 miles south of Aswan. Avoid public transport discomfort and travel in comfort on this private door-to-door tour: a local guide will show you around, and you’ll enjoy a lake-view lunch at Kabara Nubian House.

See majestic Philae Temple lit up against the night sky by pre-booking this convenient private package to the Sound and Light Show—Philae. Guarantee access to Aswan’s most in-demand show and watch the love story of the ancient deities Isis and Osiris in a spectacular island setting. Besides tickets, your evening includes private, door-to-door, round-trip transfers in a modern, air-conditioned vehicle.

Visit Abu Simbel the easy way, with a package that includes an Egyptologist guide, hotel pickup, and round-trip minivan transport for a group of just 14 people. As tales of the Egyptian gods ring in your ears, you’ll check out Abu Simbel’s Great Temple of Rameses II and the Temple of Hathor — two masterpieces of ancient Egypt. Note that entry fees are at your own expense.

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.

Explore the iconic temples of Edfu and Kom Ombo during this private, full-day excursion. Departing from either Aswan or Luxor, you’ll ride comfortably in a chauffeured and air-conditioned vehicle. Complimentary bottled water is provided. Tour both sites with your own personal guide, listening to explanations about the ancient Falcon god Horus and the crocodile God Sobek.

Explore Aswan’s stunning scenery from the water during this private, two-hour Felucca ride along the Nile River. Enjoy a quiet and comfortable experience aboard one of the world’s most traditional wind-powered sailing vessels. Tours include pickup and drop-off from any hotel within Aswan or the cruise port for Nile cruise ship passengers.

Add a cultural experience to your Aswan adventures, and visit a rural village to learn about the Nubian people and their traditions. You’ll visit a private home to sip coffee or tea from the ladies who live in the village, and enjoy a barbecue dinner as the sun goes down. Besides the opportunity to socialize with the local community, the experience gives you chance to live some of Egypt’s authentic culture.

The UNESCO-listed temples of Abu Simbel are among Nubia's most spectacular, with monumental statues and elaborate carvings, but the sites are located far from the beaten path, near the Sudanese border. Visit Abu Simbel as a hassle-free day trip from Aswan, on a 9-hour private tour that includes entrance fees and transport by air-conditioned vehicle. Choose from several departure options at time of booking.

See three of Aswan’s top sights over the course of a fday on this private excursion. Board your private, air-conditioned vehicle at your Aswan hotel or Nile cruise and depart for the High Dam of Aswan, built in 1960. Then it’s off to learn about ancient Egypt as you explore the Unfinished Obelisk and take a boat ride to the Philae Temple, dedicated to the Goddess Isis. All entrance fees extra.

Group trips to Abu Simbel typically have a fixed departure time, but you get to call the shots during this private, full-day excursion to the millennia-old temple complex. Get picked up at whatever morning hour you wish. Ride deep into the Egyptian desert by air-conditioned vehicle. An Egyptologist guide will be at your disposal to answer all your burning questions about Ramses II. Door-to-door hotel transfers are included.

Tick off two of Aswan’s top sights in a single day during this half-day, small-group combo tour. See how Lake Nasser was created using a feat of modern engineering at the High Dam. Then enjoy a boat ride to Agilika Island for an Egyptologist-led visit to Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis. Hotel transfers are provided.

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.

Discover the NESCO-listed Abu Simbel Temples on this full-day, private tour from Luxor. Visit the Temples of Ramses II and the Temple of Queen Nefertari, showcasing ancient Egypt's architecture. Enjoy the personalized attention of your expert guide and travel in a private air-conditioned vehicle. Experience the grandeur of one of Egypt's most significant temples, complemented by door-to-door transfers and a lunch box.

Enjoy a fabulous day to the Temples of Abu Simbel and the Nubian Village in Aswan. The ancient temples of Abu Simbel, built by Pharaoh Ramses II and relocated to a dramatic lakeside setting in Nubia, are a highlight of any visit to Aswan. This private day tour, with your own qualified Egyptologist, includes, bottled water and your own air-conditioned transport enables you to make the three-hour journey in comfort. Explore the Nubian Village and visit some of the Nubian families. Motorboat to the Nubian Village included.

Time-poor travelers can skip the expense of a multi-day cruise but still see Luxor’s highlights on this private day tour from Aswan. Your Egyptologist guide collects you from your Aswan hotel and drops you at your Luxor city address. Along the way, enjoy lunch and visit four of Luxor’s five key sights: the Valley of the Kings, Colossi of Memnon, and Karnak and Hatshepsut temples.

Cruise down the Nile from Aswan to Luxor with ease on this multi-day private tour. Transfer in a private air-conditioned vehicle and relax with included accommodation, entry fees, and meals throughout the trip. Learn about each sight from an Egyptologist guide and admire the views as you sail down the Nile.

Avoid the crowds on this private tour and explore Aswan's ancient history in the company of just your party and an Egyptologist guide who can share illuminating information about the sites visited. Visit the High Dam, the Philae Temple, which honors the goddess Isis, and the unfinished obelisk.

Unwind and set sail on the mighty Nile River during this private felucca tour in Aswan. Enjoy a smooth and noiseless ride in a traditional Egyptian watercraft. As you soak up the views, listen to commentary and context on the city and its history from an Egyptologist guide.

Experience the stunning millennia-old temple complex of Abu Simbel during this private, full-day excursion from Aswan. Ride comfortably from the city in an air-conditioned vehicle, with hotel pickup and drop-off provided. Learn about the history of King Ramses II as you explore the ancient structures with your own private guide. Admission tickets are purchased separately.

Discover the culture of the Nubians on this private tour to a Nubian Village on Soheil Island, on the west bank of Aswan. You will have the chance to meet and talk with a local family in order to learn more about their culture then take a stroll through the streets and visit the local school

Explore the beautiful but often-overlooked Kalabsha Temple on the shores of Lake Nasser on this 3-hour private tour from Aswan, with an Egyptologist guide. Travel by air-conditioned minivan to this stunning water’s edge temple, originally built in 30 BC, and dismantled and relocated here in the 1960s after the building of the Aswan High Dam. View the pylon, court, hall and sanctuary and ogle the richly carved Egyptian and Roman-themed reliefs as your knowledgeable guide unlocks their fascinating secrets and symbolism. Ideal for ancient history buffs!

Many travelers consider the Sound and Light Show at Philae Temple the best in Egypt. See the temple floodlit and reflected in the waters of the Nile on this private door-to-door tour. Stroll the echoing halls and ancient causeways as you hear the love story of Isis and Osiris, with a private guide on hand to ensure you link up easily with your vehicle on departure.