Christmas Aswan Abu Simbel Luxor Tour from Cairo

Overview

3-day Christmas tour from Cairo to Aswan and Luxor

Celebrate the holiday season with a Christmas Aswan Abu Simbel Luxor Tour from Cairo and discover some of southern Egypt’s most remarkable ancient treasures. 

Fly from Cairo to Aswan and explore the High Dam, Unfinished Obelisk, and beautiful Philae Temple. Continue to the magnificent Abu Simbel Temples before traveling to Luxor, where you’ll explore the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, and Colossi of Memnon. 

This 3-day Christmas tour from Cairo to Aswan and Luxor combines iconic temples, fascinating history, and comfortable travel by flight and private transportation.

This memorable Egypt Christmas tour is an ideal way to experience Aswan Abu Simbel Luxor Christmas in a short, well-organized holiday itinerary.

Itinerary

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Your Christmas Aswan Abu Simbel Luxor Tour from Cairo begins with a convenient pickup from your hotel in Cairo and a private transfer to Cairo International Airport for your flight to Aswan.

When you land in Aswan, a private guide meets you y Zoya Tours Egypt. You begin by visiting the Aswan High Dam. This landmark project played a major role in Egypt’s water control and farming.

After that, you go to the Unfinished Obelisk. It sits in the old granite quarry area of Aswan. Here you can see how workers shaped huge stone pieces. You also learn why this obelisk was left incomplete.

Next, you cross the Nile by motorboat to reach Philae Temple. The temple stands on an island and is easy to enjoy from the water. It is mainly linked to the goddess Isis. The whole complex is among the most impressive ancient places in Aswan.

Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before checking into your hotel. The remainder of the afternoon is free to relax, explore Aswan independently, or enjoy the peaceful atmosphere along the Nile.

Accommodation: Tolip Aswan Hotel

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

2

Enjoy an early breakfast before departing for the spectacular Abu Simbel Temples, one of the highlights of your Aswan Abu Simbel Luxor Christmas itinerary.

Step into the rock cut temples made in the time of Ramses II. Look closely at the huge figures near the entrance. Then walk through the decorated rooms as your guide shares what these places mean and why they matter.

After exploring Abu Simbel, travel to Luxor in the private car that has been arranged for you. When you reach Luxor, check in at the hotel. After that, spend the rest of the day unwinding on your own.

Take the opportunity to rest after the early morning excursion or enjoy a peaceful evening discovering Luxor at your own pace.

Accommodation: Sonesta Luxor

Meals: Breakfast

3

After breakfast, begin your final day exploring the ancient treasures of Luxor’s West Bank.

Start at the Valley of the Kings, the well known royal burial place where many pharaohs were laid to rest. Step into the tombs that are open that day and look closely at the old wall scenes, hieroglyphs, and bright designs carved into the chambers.

For an additional experience, you can choose to visit the famous Tomb of Tutankhamun as an optional extra.

Continue to the impressive Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari, built dramatically against the limestone cliffs. Learn about Queen Hatshepsut and the history behind one of ancient Egypt’s most distinctive temples.

Before concluding your sightseeing, stop at the Colossi of Memnon, two monumental statues that have stood on Luxor’s West Bank for thousands of years. After completing your Luxor sightseeing, your Christmas Abu Simbel tour from Cairo by flight comes to an end.

Meals: Breakfast

From 1660$ / Per Person

Included / Excluded
Included
  • Private professional tour guide in your chosen language (English, French, German, Italian, Spanish)
  • Entrance fees to all sites mentioned in the program
  • Accommodation for 2 nights in 5-star hotels on a Bed & Breakfast basis
  • Domestic flight tickets (Cairo – Aswan)
  • All transfers and sightseeing in air-conditioned private vehicles During Egypt tours.
  • Lunch at quality local restaurants during tours
  • Pick-up and drop-off service from your hotel in Cairo
  • All service charges and taxes
  • Visits including Tutankhamun’s tomb (inner burial chamber and treasures access where applicable)
Excluded
  • International flights
  • Entry visa to Egypt
  • Tipping for guides, drivers, and staff
  • Any services not mentioned in the “Included” section
Notes

Prices are quoted in US Dollars per person per trip, except during Christmas, New Year & Easter holidays.

Reservation & Cancellation policy

  • A deposit of 25% is required at the time of booking and constitutes part of your final payment.
  • Full payment is due 30 days before the commencement of the tour.
  • The company has the right to cancel the booking if the payment is not received within this period. 
  • Tour prices and dates are correct at the time of the website going live, however, are subject to confirmation at the time of booking.
  • Zoya Tours accepts the credit and debit cards (Visa and Master Card) as well as a wire transfer.
  • We charged no credit card fees or hidden surcharges.

Cancellation refunds will be calculated as of the date we receive cancellation requests per person.

The cancellation must be done by sending an email with 1) Name of the passenger 2) Passport number

Cancellation fees.

  • 45 days before your arrival, 6% of the total tour price will be charged as a bank transaction fee.
  • From 40 to 30 days before your arrival date, 25% of the entire tour price will be charged.
  • From 29 to 15 days before your arrival date, 50% of the entire tour price will be charged.
  • From 14 to 7 days before your arrival date, 75% of the entire tour price will be charged.
  • From 7 to 1 day before your arrival date, 100% of the entire tour price will be charged. 

Children Policy.

A: It differs from one tour to another.

  • 0 - 01.99 Free of Charge
  • 2 - 4.99 pay 25% of the tour price
  • 5 - 11.99 pay 50% of the tour price
  • 12+ pay full tour price as per adult person.

B: The policy is valid and applies to children sharing their parent’s rooms.

C: If the package includes Air Flight or Sleeping Train, then an extra charge applies as per the flight or train policy.

Single supplement:
This option is available for those who prefer traveling with others but prefer single accommodation. This will guarantee you your own room for every night of the tour. The number of single rooms we can offer is limited, so it’s best to book early.

Important Notes:
We highly recommend you book this trip as early as possible, preferably 50 days prior to departure. Reservations received within 30 days will be on request and subject to availability of accommodation.

  • For full terms and conditions, please click here (terms and Conditions page).

From 1660$ / Per Person

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General Questions

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The tour includes flights from Cairo to Aswan, private transfers, sightseeing with a professional guide, accommodation, meals as mentioned in the itinerary, and visits to Aswan, Abu Simbel, and Luxor.

Yes. The itinerary starts with a flight from Cairo to Aswan, followed by private transportation for the rest of the journey.

During Christmas Aswan Abu Simbel Luxor Tour from Cairo, you will visit the Aswan High Dam, Unfinished Obelisk, and Philae Temple.
 

Yes. A visit to the magnificent Abu Simbel Temples is one of the highlights of the tour. you will explore the temples built during the reign of Ramses II, including their enormous statues, decorated halls, and ancient inscriptions.
 

The tour includes the Valley of the Kings, Temple of Hatshepsut, and Colossi of Memnon.
 

Yes. A professional guide accompanies you during the sightseeing visits and provides information about the history and significance of the monuments.
 

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