What to do and see in Abu Simbel, Nile River Valley: The Best Multi-day Tours

June 7, 2021 Florencio Paulino

Abu Simbel is a charming, compact town—it's navigable by foot and makes an easy daytrip from Aswan. However, the town's main attractions, the Temple of Ramses II and Nefertari's Temple of Hathor, were almost lost to the rising waters of Lake Nasser in the 1960s. Fortunately, UNESCO stepped in and saved them, preserving the intricate carvings inside both structures. After exploring the temple interiors, take in stunning views over the lake and desert. (Editor's note: Our list was compiled before political unrest prompted many countries to issue travel warnings for Egypt. If you're currently planning a trip to Egypt, please consider the risks and monitor your government's travel alerts.)
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1. 11-Night Private Mysteries of Egypt Tour

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Journey to Egypt, the Sacred Land of Khem, and embark on a pilgrimage of its mysteries. Explore the history of the pyramids, sphinx, and temples. Tour to the Queen’s Chamber, the King’s Chamber, the small Island of Philae, the Hathor Temple of Dendara, and many more Egyptian historical attractions. Flyback from Ship to meditation one of sacred monuments to get the power of the King's Chamber of Khufu.

Inclusions: Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, 4 nights Cairo (Pyramids or Nile view with supplement), 2 night Train Sleeper (99% upgrade to flight Cairo/Aswan-Luxor/Cairo), 2 night Aracan Eatape Luxor hotel (Nile View with supplement), 3 Nights on the board of our Deluxe Nile Cruise based on half board, Guide will accompany all sailing days on Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan, Guide will meet you in Cairo airport accompany you to hotel, All tours in Cairo or Nile Cruise are (Private Tours)

Exclusions: Entry visa to Egypt, Entrance fees to all sites, (approx 1200 LE per-person) will increase 30% from 01 NOV 2029, Optional tours, Gratuities (recommended) Guide will advise you, keep small currency with you, WIFI free in Hotels - Not available in Ship (No WIFI in Ship), X-Mass & New Year 20% supplement for Gala Dinner, pay on-spot to Guide in Cairo

Reviewed By cameronclark8

We had a great experience in Egypt with our guides Mohammed in Cairo, and Rocky (Ragab) in Aswan and Luxor. Both were very knowledgeable in ancient Egyptian history, and modern culture. They spoke great English and answered any questions we had. I would definitely recommend them, along with Explore Plus to anyone interested in seeing the real Egypt.

2. From Luxor: 7-Night Nile River Cruise

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Explore the legendary sites of Egypt on a Nile river cruise and experience many of its ancient wonders along the way. Visit Luxor, Aswan, Abu Simbel, and much more and enjoy a hot air balloon ride over the River Nile on this 7-day cruise.

Inclusions: Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, 5-star 7-night Nile cruise, Cabin with all facilities, Meals, All sites mentioned in the programme, Airport/hotel pickup and drop-off, Tour guide, Horse and carriage, Motor boat, Hot air balloon ride, Taxes and charges

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Reviewed By Bulgaria_Plamen

It was a great experience. They picked us up at 3:30 from our cruise ship docked on the east side of the river. Then we were taken to the takeoff site where we watched the preparation od the balloons. Flew over Hatshepsut temple, Valley of the Kings etc and stopped for the sunrise over thr Nile. We were floating at over 700 m above the ground. The flight took around 50 minutes. Then we were driven back to the ship. Great! Totally recommend!

3. 4 Days 3 Nights Aswan to Luxor Nile Cruise

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Experience the wonders of Egypt on our River Nile cruise, and discover our tradition of excellence. We carry travellers in supreme comfort and elegance a perfect base from which to discover the breathtaking sights of ancient Egypt. Beautifully appointed furnishings and impeccable service from a welcoming crew have earned this floating hotel a high reputation. We offer the perfect blend of relaxation and opportunities for sightseeing. Prepare yourself for the awe-inspiring sights of a long-ago age and let us take you to the Valley of the Kings. And when you simply want to chill out, just relax on the sun deck of the River Nile cruise ship, and sip a cool drink by the swimming pool.

Inclusions: privet tour guide , 3 nights accommodation in Nile cruise 5 star .F.B , Private transportation

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Reviewed By Chao Y

Great experience from the nubian village dinner tour. This was the only Nubia village tour with dinner included when I was looking for it. Well organized, met my guide Eareeny at my cruise, the transport boat was right next to it. After about 30mins sunset view boat ride, we arrived nubian village. Eareeny showed me around the Nubian village. It's a beautiful village. I love the vivid color, and also learned some nubian words in their elementary school. The dinner was amazing, 4 main dishes and lots of sides. we sit on the rooftop, got the river view from my table, and they cook great food, love the chicken so much.

4. From Cairo 3-Day River Nile Cruise with Hot Air Balloon

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Sail down the River Nile on a cruise from Luxor to Aswan. Visit the most important archaeological sites and enjoy a hot air balloon flight at sunrise.

Inclusions: Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Train ticket from Cairo to Luxor & from Aswan to Cairo, Accommodation for 2 nights on a 5-star cruise with full-board excluding drinks, Professional Tour guide, All transportation in destination, Taxes, Horse carriage to Temple of Horus in Edfu

Exclusions: Entrance tickets to temples, Tips (optional)

Reviewed By Phillipe8282

Amazing trip one of the best trip i had. All great the team was fast in contact, the pick-up was on time and the nice crew in the hot air balloon. All perfect

5. Egypt Tour 8 nights Cairo, Luxor, Aswan & Abu Simbel, Nile Cruise, Air Balloon

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See Egypt with different eyes. Enjoy the main highlights of Luxor. Enjoy the main highlights of Aswan. Visit the fabulous temples of abu simbel. Valley of the Kings and so much more with an Egyptology guide. Take it easy with door-to-door transfers to and from Cairo international airport. Visit the most ancient temples in whole the world. Touch the great Egyptian culture in luxor and Aswan. Experience the great Egyptian river Nile by sailing Nile cruise. Experience the hot air balloon the life trip in luxor. Visit the great and famous 3 pyramids in Giza. Enjoy a worry-free excursion with all accommodation, transportation, and most meals taken care of. Stop at the Abu Simbel, Komombo,Hatsheput, Karnak and Edfu temples; and learn about Egyptian history and culture. Feast on buffet lunches, dinners, and breakfasts on board a 5-star ship. Open your eyes you are in Egypt the land of the great civilization.

Inclusions: Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, 2 nights at 3 stars hotel in Cairo with breakfast (available to upgrade), 4 nights on 5 stars cruise board with all meals start with lunch end with breakfast last day., all sites which mentioned in program., expert Egyptology tour guide., a/c transportation., motor boat, horse and carriage., taxes and charges., abu simbel trip from Aswan, hot air balloon trip in luxor., return a/c first class seated train tickets(sleeping train tickets available with extra 150$ ), door to door transfers from and to Cairo airport, the great pyramids&valley of the kings and so much more as in itinerary, handling fees, Meet and Assist upon arrival & Departure, west and east banks in luxor, Aswan tours, komombo and edfu temples

Exclusions: entrance fees (90 us dollars per person for all the sites), tipping(optional)

Reviewed By V1131IQnicolew

It’s the first Time we travelled in Egyptia ans especially with your agency we were grateful to have.

6. 4 Days Nile Cruise Luxor,Aswan,Hot Air Balloon,abu simbel with Train from Cairo

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Savor the timeless experience that is a Nile cruise as you sail between luxor and Aswan on an indulgent ship with on board swimming pool. • enjoy the highlights of Aswan. enjoy the highlights of luxor. with stops in Kom Ombo and Edfu. • Tour the Valley of the Kings and so much more with an Egyptology guide. • Feast on buffet lunches, dinners, and breakfasts on board a 5-star ship. • Take it easy with door-to-door transfers from and to your hotel in Cairo or Giza. • experience the life trip hot air balloon. • visit the fabulous temples of abu simbel. Professional Egyptology are on hand as you visit the temples of abu simbel,Philae,high dam, Kom Ombo, Edfu,valley of the kings,Hatsheput temple,clossi of memnon, Luxor, and Karnak temples. Cruise the Nile with overnights in luxor, edfu, and Aswan. first class train tickets,3 nights on cruise board,meals, all transfers,expert tour guide,qualified licensed drivers,hot air balloon,abu simbel,luxor and Aswan tours are included.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, 3 nights on 5 stars cruise board between luxor and Aswan, cabin with all facilities, buffet lunch, buffet dinner, buffet breakfast, meals will start with lunch first day end with breakfast last day, all sites which mentioned in itinerary , Qualified Egyptology guide, horse and carriage, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off, hot air balloon in luxor, trip to abu simbel from Aswan, Air-conditioned vehicle, first class seated train tickets(it is available to upgrade to sleeping train with 150$ per person) , Shopping tours during the tour, handling fees , all taxes and charges, Assistance of our personal during the tour Portage when needed, Meet and Assist upon arrival & Departure, Aswan tours, west and east banks in luxor, komombo temple, edfu temple, valley of the kings and so much more as in itinerary, door to door transfers from and to your hotel in Cairo or Giza, taxes and charges

Exclusions: Gratuities, entrance fees(around 85 us dollars per person for all the sites)

Reviewed By V1131IQnicolew

It’s the first Time we travelled in Egyptia ans especially with your agency we were grateful to have.

7. EGYPT 8 Days Cairo,luxor,Aswan,abu simbel,balloon,Nile Cruise from Cairo airport

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See all that Egypt has to offer on a week-long private excursion from Cairo. See the Great Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx. take a Nile River cruise from luxor to Aswan. stop at the Abu Simbel, Komombo, Karnak and Edfu temples; and learn about Egyptian history and culture. Enjoy a worry-free excursion with all accommodation, transportation, and most meals taken care of. the great pyramids,valley of the kings and so much more with an Egyptology tour guide. Enjoy sun set and sun rise while cruise sail above the river Nile which has many secrets you can be one of a lot who desire to find out some of these secrets. enjoy the highlights of Aswan and Luxor. Feast on buffet lunches, dinners, and breakfasts on board a 5-star ship. Take it easy with door-to-door transfers from and to Cairo airport. visit the fabulous temples of abu simbel. experience the life trip in luxor hot air balloon our target to make sure that you have unforgettable memories during your stay in Egypt

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, a/c transportation , door to door transfers from and to Cairo airport, hot air balloon trip in luxor, the great pyramids&valley of the kings and so much more as in itinerary, 2 nights at 3 stars hotel in Cairo with breakfast (available to upgrade), A/C first class seated train tickets(sleeping train or flight are available upon your request), 3 nights on 5 stars cruise board with all meals start with lunch end with breakfast , horse and carriage, all sites which mentioned in program, handling fees , abu simbel tour from Aswan, Egyptology tour guide, taxes and charges, Shopping tours during the tour, Meet and Assist upon arrival & Departure , Aswan tours, west and east banks of luxor

Exclusions: entrance fees(around 85 us dollars per person for all the sites), tipping

Reviewed By V1131IQnicolew

It’s the first Time we travelled in Egyptia ans especially with your agency we were grateful to have.

8. Enjoy 4 Days Nile Cruise luxor.Aswan.abu simbel with Train Tickets from Cairo

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Savor the timeless experience that is a Nile cruise as you sail from Aswan to Luxor on an indulgent ship with on board swimming pool. Feast on breakfast, lunch, dinner—and even afternoon tea—as you discover ancient Egypt’s highlights. Professional Egyptology are on hand as you visit the temples of abu simbel, Philae,high dam, Kom Ombo, Edfu, valley of the kings,Hatsheput,clossi of memnon, and Karnak. Cruise the Nile with overnights in Aswan, Edfu, and Luxor. Learn about ancient Egypt from professional Egyptology guide. Enjoy a full-board feast, a swimming pool, and ample on board entertainment. train tickets,meals and all transfers are included. door to door transfer from and to your hotel. valley of the kings and so much more with an Egyptology guide. visit the great abu simbel temples. touch the great culture in luxor and Aswan

Inclusions: 3 x Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, 2 x Lunch, 5 stars Nile cruise for 2 nights from Luxor to Aswan, cabin with all facilities, meals start with Dinner end with lunch Forth day, pick up and drop off by air conditioning mini bus, Egyptology tour guide, horse and carriage, taxes and charges, tour to East And West In Luxor, tour to komombo temple ( Excluding Entrance Fees ), tour To Temple of Horus at Edfu ( Excluding Entrance Fees ), Train tickets (return trip), Shopping tours during the tour, return first class a/c seated train tickets(sleeping train available with extra 150$ for return) , 3 nights accommodation in 5 star Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor, Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor 4 Days 3 Nights, all the sites which mentioned in itinerary, abu simbel trip, Aswan tours

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Reviewed By Gannicus300

Really amazing tour with a great french guide ! From now it is the best time I had in Egypt ! It was even more amazing than I expected.

9. 8 nights Cairo,Aswan,Luxor,Abu simbel,Nile cruise&Red sea from Cairo airport

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Best offer, Take the stress out of planning with this 9-day sightseeing tour of Egypt. Explore Aswan,Luxor and the Valley of the Kings,Abu Simbel and take a cruise down the Nile River. Plus spend time on Hurghada Beach at the Red Sea where you can snorkel. Your Egyptology guide will help you understand the significance of these historical sites. This is ideal for first-time visitors to Egypt Combine cruise and land tours with this option All overnight accommodations are included in the price. most meals are included in the package. See all that Egypt has to offer on a week-long private excursion from Cairo airport. See the Great Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx; take a Nile River cruise from Aswan to Luxor; stop at the Abu Simbel, Komombo, Karnak and Edfu temples; and learn about Egyptian history and culture. Explore most of Egypt’s highlights on a week-long private tour. our target to make sure that our guests will have unforgettable time during their stay in Egypt

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, 3 nights on 5 stars Nile cruise board with all meals start with lunch end with breakfast, all sites which mentioned in program, 2 nights at 3 stars hotel in Cairo with breakfast, a/c transport, door to door transfers from and to Cairo international airport, 2 nights at 3 stars hotel in hurghada with breakfast and dinner, taxes and charges, handling fees, expert Egyptology tour guide, snorkeling day tour in hurghada red sea, A/C first class train tickets from Cairo to Aswan, a/c bus from hurghada to Cairo, horse and carriage, cabin with all facilities, qualified licensed drivers

Exclusions: entrance fees (around 90 us dollars per person for all the sites), tipping(recommended), drinks

Reviewed By andrearN5124JE

This tour is amazing, I would totally recommend it to family and friends! We had the chance to explore all the temples from Aswan, Abu Simbel to Luxor. Our guide Ramzy was a key part to make this trip unforgettable, he was very knowledgeable and always willing to answer all the questions we had about the history of the temples. He was always with us and made sure that we had the best experience. The cruise was really nice too, the room was well equipped and the staff were very helpful and friendly.

10. 7 nights Cairo,Luxor,Aswan,Abu Simbel,Nile Cruise,hot air balloon from Cairo

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Enjoy the main highlights of Luxor Enjoy the main highlights of Aswan Visit the fabulous temples of abu simbel. The Valley of the Kings and so much more with an Egyptology guide. Take it easy with door-to-door transfers to and from the hotel. Visit the most ancient temples in whole the world touch the great culture in luxor and Aswan Experience the great Egyptian river Nile by sailing Nile cruise. Experience the hot air balloon the life trip. Visit the great and famous 3 pyramids in Giza

Inclusions: Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Accommodation included: 6 nights, pick up from hotel and drop off by air conditioning transportation, First class train tickets Cairo/luxor/aswan/Cairo, Egyptology tour guide, Taxes and charges, All taxes, fees and handling charges, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Abu simbel temples, All sites which mentioned in program, Hot air balloon trip, horse and carriage, 2 nights at 3 stars hotel in Cairo with breakfast, 3 nights on 5 stars cruise board with all meals start with lunch end with breakfast

Exclusions: Entrance fees to the mentioned sightseeings., Tipping, Optional

Reviewed By I2019HWmaggiep

I was a little hesitant to do this tour but I’m really glad we did. All the guides were excellent and the river boat was amazing. The food and service was excellent. Great viewing while cruising along the Nile. We never felt unsafe at any time .The tour guide Hany were Excellent were very knowledgeable and professional. I would go back tomorrow and to it all over again.

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