Cairo to Luxor & Aswan
Three days of Upper Egypt's temples and tombs, with domestic flights folded into the price.
Overview
When time is short but Upper Egypt is the draw, this flight-included loop delivers the south's headline sites in three focused days. You fly Cairo to Luxor for the temples of the East Bank and the royal tombs of the West, drive on to Aswan for the High Dam and the island temple of Philae, then fly back to Cairo. Domestic flights are included, so the long distances vanish and the days stay full of monuments rather than transfers.
Itinerary
Fly to Luxor — the East Bank
- Morning flight Cairo to Luxor, met on arrival
- Karnak temple complex
- Luxor Temple and overnight in Luxor
West Bank & on to Aswan
- Valley of the Kings and the Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut
- Colossi of Memnon
- Drive to Aswan along the Nile and overnight
Aswan & fly to Cairo
- Aswan High Dam and the Unfinished Obelisk
- Island Temple of Philae by motorboat
- Afternoon flight back to Cairo
Included & not included
Included
- Private Egyptologist guide throughout
- Domestic flights Cairo–Luxor and Aswan–Cairo
- 2 nights' accommodation in 5-star hotels
- All entrance fees to sites and monuments
- Lunch on each touring day
- Private air-conditioned transfers
- Hotel pickup & drop-off
- Bottled water every day
Not included
- International flights to and from Egypt
- Egypt entry visa
- Tipping (gratuities)
- Personal expenses
- Optional extras — Abu Simbel, camel rides, dinner cruise, drinks
Good to know
Are the domestic flights really included?
Yes — both the Cairo–Luxor and Aswan–Cairo flights are part of the price. You only arrange your own international flights to and from Cairo.
Is three days too rushed?
It is brisk but well-sequenced: flights remove the long road transfers, so each day is spent at the monuments rather than travelling between them.
Can I add Abu Simbel from Aswan?
Yes, as an optional extra by early flight or road convoy. It adds a few hours to the Aswan morning, so we plan it in advance.
Is this journey right for you?
- Travellers who prefer a private, guided experience
- Those with a deep interest in ancient history and culture
- Visitors who want a curated itinerary rather than self-guided travel
- Anyone seeking high-quality, professionally managed logistics
- Travellers seeking large group or coach tours
- Budget-focused independent backpackers
- Visitors looking primarily for nightlife or beach holidays
Preparation reading
Guides to help you prepare for this journey.
Egypt Travel Guide
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Getting Around Egypt
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