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Want to combine the Pyramids of Cairo, the temples of Abu Simbel and the wonders of Aswan in just three days? Our Cairo, Aswan and Abu Simbel tour from Hurghada by plane does exactly that – flying you between cities so every hour is spent sightseeing, not travelling.

With zero compulsory shopping stops and your own English-speaking Egyptologist throughout, you will stand before the Pyramids of Giza and the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) on day one, witness the colossal temples of Ramses II and Queen Nefertari at Abu Simbel on day two, and explore Philae Temple, the Aswan High Dam and the Unfinished Obelisk on day three.

Departing daily from Hurghada, El Gouna, Makadi Bay, Sahl Hasheesh, Soma Bay, Safaga, El Quseir and Marsa Alam. From 750€ per person – domestic flights, 2 nights hotel in Aswan with breakfast, 2x lunch, Egyptologist and all transfers included.

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750 €
Number of peopleType of car / PrivatePrice per person
2 PersonsPrivate car995 € p.P.
3 PersonsMini bus876 € p.P.
4 PersonsMini bus810 € p.P.
5 PersonsMini bus790 € p.P.
6 PersonsMini bus750 € p.P.
DurationTrip TypeAvailability
3 days / 2 nightsIndividuallyEvery day

What's Included – Cairo, Aswan & Abu Simbel Tour by Plane

  • Pyramids of Giza – Cheops, Chephren & Mykerinos
  • Great Sphinx & Valley Temple of Khafre
  • Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) – Tutankhamun collection
  • Temple of Ramses II at Abu Simbel
  • Temple of Queen Nefertari at Abu Simbel
  • Aswan High Dam
  • Philae Temple (Temple of Isis)
  • Unfinished Obelisk

Day-by-Day Summary – Cairo, Aswan & Abu Simbel Tour

Day Programme
Day 1 Flight Hurghada–Cairo. Pyramids of Giza, Sphinx & Valley Temple. Lunch. Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) – Tutankhamun collection. Flight Cairo–Aswan. Overnight Aswan.
Day 2 Early morning drive to Abu Simbel (3 hours). Temple of Ramses II & Temple of Queen Nefertari. Return to Aswan. Overnight Aswan.
Day 3 Breakfast. Aswan High Dam. Lunch. Philae Temple (Temple of Isis). Unfinished Obelisk. Private transfer Aswan–Hurghada.

Full Itinerary – 3 Days Cairo, Aswan & Abu Simbel Tour by Plane

🗓️ Day 1 – Flight to Cairo | Pyramids of Giza | Grand Egyptian Museum | Flight to Aswan

⏰ Pick-up from your hotel. Transfer to Hurghada Airport.

✈️ Domestic flight Hurghada–Cairo. Your English-speaking Egyptologist meets you at the airport exit with a name board and welcome drinks.

🔺 Pyramids of Giza: The three great pyramids of Cheops, Chephren & Mykerinos – the only surviving Wonder of the Ancient World – plus the Great Sphinx and Valley Temple of Khafre. The Great Pyramid stands 137.2 metres tall and contains an estimated 2.3 million stone blocks.

💡 Optional (not included): Entry inside the pyramid or a camel ride on the plateau.

🍽️ Lunch at a local restaurant – included.

🏛️ Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM): One of the largest museums in the world with over 100,000 artefacts – including the complete Tutankhamun collection of more than 5,000 objects.

✈️ Transfer to Cairo Airport. Domestic flight Cairo–Aswan.

🏨 Arrival in Aswan. Your guide meets you at Aswan Airport. Private transfer to your hotel. Briefing on Abu Simbel pick-up time. Overnight in Aswan.
🗓️ Day 2 – Abu Simbel: Temple of Ramses II & Temple of Queen Nefertari

⏰ 03:00 AM – Early morning departure by private air-conditioned vehicle to Abu Simbel (approx. 3 hours each way – 280 km south of Aswan near the Sudan border).

🏛️ Temple of Ramses II: Carved into the cliff face around 1264 BC – four colossal seated statues of Ramses II stand 20 metres tall at the entrance. Twice a year (February 22 and October 22), sunlight penetrates 60 metres into the inner sanctuary – a feat of ancient astronomical engineering that still works today, even after the temples were relocated.

🏛️ Temple of Queen Nefertari: One of only two temples in Egypt built by a pharaoh to honour his wife. Six colossal statues stand at the entrance – alternating between Ramses II and Nefertari, each 10 metres tall.

💡 Both temples were relocated 65 metres higher and 200 metres back from the Nile between 1964–1968 to save them from the rising waters of Lake Nasser – one of the greatest UNESCO rescue operations in history.
🚗 Return to Aswan. Transfer to your hotel. Overnight in Aswan.
🗓️ Day 3 – Aswan High Dam | Philae Temple | Unfinished Obelisk | Return to Hurghada

🍳 Breakfast at the hotel. Pick-up at 09:00 AM.

🏗️ Aswan High Dam: One of the greatest engineering achievements of the 20th century, built under President Nasser with Soviet support between 1960–1970. It created Lake Nasser – one of the world’s largest artificial lakes at 550 km long – and generates hydroelectric power for all of Egypt.

🍽️ Lunch at a local restaurant – included.

🏛️ Philae Temple (Temple of Isis): The island temple dedicated to Isis, goddess of motherhood and magic – rescued from rising Nile waters and relocated stone by stone to Agilkia Island in a UNESCO operation. Surrounded by water on all sides, it creates one of the most photogenic and atmospheric scenes in Egypt.

🪨 Unfinished Obelisk: Still lying in the granite quarry where it was abandoned 3,500 years ago when a crack appeared. It would have been the largest obelisk ever built – 42 metres tall and weighing 1,168 tons. A fascinating insight into ancient Egyptian stoneworking methods.

🚗 Private transfer from Aswan back to Hurghada (approx. 4.5 hours).

🏨 Arrival back at your hotel in Hurghada. End of your Cairo, Aswan and Abu Simbel tour from Hurghada by plane.

✈️ 3 Days Cairo, Aswan & Abu Simbel Tour from Hurghada by Plane – Pyramids of Giza, Grand Egyptian Museum, Abu Simbel Temples, Philae Temple & Aswan High Dam. Domestic flights, 2 nights hotel, 2x lunch & private Egyptologist included.

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Frequently Asked Questions – Cairo, Aswan & Abu Simbel Tour by Plane

What is included in the 3 day Cairo, Aswan & Abu Simbel tour by plane? +
Included: hotel pick-up and drop-off, domestic flights Hurghada–Cairo–Aswan, private transfer Aswan–Hurghada, private air-conditioned vehicles throughout, English-speaking Egyptologist for all 3 days, entrance fees to all mentioned sites, 2 nights hotel in Aswan with breakfast, 2x lunch, and all taxes and service charges. Not included: dinner, personal drinks, entry inside pyramid interiors.
How do you get from Aswan back to Hurghada on Day 3? +
After the Aswan sightseeing on Day 3, you return to Hurghada by private air-conditioned vehicle – approximately 4.5 hours through the Eastern Desert along the Red Sea coast.
How far is Abu Simbel from Aswan and how long is the drive? +
Abu Simbel is approximately 280 km south of Aswan, near the border with Sudan. The drive takes about 3 hours each way in a private air-conditioned vehicle. Departure is at 3:00 AM to arrive at sunrise – the most atmospheric time to visit.
Do you visit the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) or the old Egyptian Museum? +
This tour includes the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) – the new world-class museum near the Giza Plateau with over 100,000 artefacts including the complete Tutankhamun collection.
Can I book this tour from El Gouna, Makadi Bay or Marsa Alam? +
Yes. Daily departures from Hurghada, El Gouna, Makadi Bay, Sahl Hasheesh, Soma Bay, Safaga, El Quseir and Marsa Alam. Transfer supplements apply: Marsa Alam 50€ p.p., El Quseir 35€ p.p.
Is there a child discount? +
Yes. Children aged 0–5: reduced rate applies. Children aged 6–11: reduced rate applies. Please ask for the current child prices when sending your booking request.

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