Abu Simbel Temples Excursion from Aswan
Travel from Aswan to Abu Simbel to visit the rock-cut temples of Ramesses II and Nefertari, with private arrangements and a return to Aswan.
Aswan Day Tours
Cairo Pyramids & Museums Day Trip from Aswan
Fly from Aswan to Cairo for a private day tour of the Giza Pyramids, Egyptian Museum and Old Cairo before returning to Aswan.
Private tour · approx. 16 hoursAswanPrivate planningFrom USD 85
A closer look.
Visit Cairo while keeping your accommodation base in Aswan.
Scheduled domestic flights connect you with private transport and an Egyptologist guide in the capital. The proposed programme covers Giza, the Egyptian Museum and Old Cairo, with the visits arranged around your confirmed flights.
- Round-trip domestic flights from Aswan
- Giza Pyramids and Great Sphinx
- Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square
- Coptic Cairo Hanging Church
- Khan el-Khalili bazaar lanes
A glimpse of the journey.
Destination photographs for inspiration. Select a photo to view it full size in a new tab. Photo credits and image changes.
Your itinerary.
Timings are coordinated around pickup, access and your agreed arrangements.
01
Aswan Pickup & Outbound Flight to Cairo
Transfer early from your Aswan accommodation to the airport for your flight to Cairo, meeting your guide and private driver at the terminal.
02
Giza Pyramids Plateau & the Great Sphinx
Stand before the Great Pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure, taking in desert views before visiting the Valley Temple and enigmatic Sphinx.
03
The Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square
Tour the famous galleries of the Egyptian Museum with your guide, examining royal statues, sarcophagi, and masterworks from ancient dynasties.
04
Historic Cairo: Coptic Quarter & Islamic Monuments & Khan el-Khalili
Walk through the fortified gates of Old Coptic Cairo to visit Saints Sergius and Bacchus, then browse the vibrant alleyways of Khan el-Khalili.
05
Return Transfer to Aswan
Transfer to Cairo Airport for your evening flight back to Aswan, where your local driver provides drop-off at your hotel.
Included in the proposal.
- Private air-conditioned road transfers from the agreed Aswan pickup point and back
- Private guiding or excursion coordination in the language confirmed in your quotation
- Planning and coordination for the route in your confirmed itinerary
- Domestic flights or train journeys listed as included in your quotation
Not included unless quoted.
- International airfares, Egyptian entry visas, and travel insurance
- Entrance fees, pyramid-interior tickets, special tomb tickets (including Tutankhamun's tomb) and optional activities, unless listed as included in your quotation
- Domestic flights, train tickets and overnight hotel stays, unless listed as included in your quotation
- Meals, drinks, personal purchases and optional equipment hire, unless listed as included
- Gratuities for guides, drivers, and crew
The practical details.
Tour Pricing per Person (Private Rates)
Solo Traveler: $136 | 2 Persons: $85 / person (Standard Rate) | 3 to 5 Persons: $70 / person | 6+ Persons: $59 / person. Children under 6 years are complimentary; children 6–11 receive a 50% discount. Includes private air-conditioned vehicle, licensed Egyptologist guide, and scheduled visits.
Walking, steps and sun protection
Expect steps, uneven ground and time in the sun at archaeological sites and desert stops. Wear comfortable closed-toe shoes and bring water and sun protection. Tell us about any walking or access needs before the route is confirmed.
Museum and monument admission specifics
This itinerary visits the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square. Confirm the entrance tickets included in your quotation. Special tombs and pyramid interiors may need separate tickets and advance arrangements.
Photos and confirmed arrangements
Photos illustrate the destinations on this route. Your quotation confirms the transport, accommodation and tickets included in your booking; a photograph does not identify a particular vehicle, hotel room or cruise ship.
The written quotation takes precedence over this suggested programme. Check the final services, guiding arrangements and any optional costs before confirming.
Good to know.
What are the rates for different group sizes?
This tour is private. Rates start at $85 per person for 2 guests. Solo travelers pay $136 for dedicated transport and guiding, while parties of 3–5 pay $70 per person, and 6+ guests pay $59 per person.
Are monument entrance tickets and meals included automatically?
Check your quotation for the entrance tickets, boat crossings, meals and transport included in the price. The itinerary shows the proposed visits; any extra tickets or services are confirmed separately before booking.
Which Cairo museum or monument selection does this itinerary follow?
The itinerary names the museum and monuments planned for your visit, including the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square. If you prefer a different museum, discuss that change before the quotation is confirmed.
Can pickup times and pacing be adjusted for our group?
Yes. We can discuss pickup times, breaks and time at each stop when planning your private ground arrangements. Changes need to fit your hotel location, any flight or ship schedule and the time available for the visits.
Where will we be picked up?
Your Aswan hotel or an agreed meeting point. Your exact meeting details are agreed before travel.
How is my booking confirmed?
Send an enquiry first. We review availability and provide a written quotation with the itinerary, services, price and booking conditions. Sending the form does not reserve a service.
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