A two-day roundtrip from Makadi Bay to Luxor and Aswan visiting Luxor’s major New Kingdom sites and Aswan’s key monuments, with one night in Aswan and first-class train travel.
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Luxor Aswan tour from Makadi Bay: Overview
Overview
This two-day excursion from Makadi Bay brings together the principal antiquities of Luxor and Aswan in a compact program. The itinerary is organized to show major New Kingdom monuments on Luxor’s east and west banks on the first day, followed by key sites in Aswan on the second day.
Transfers to and from Makadi Bay are provided as part of the arrangement, and the program includes entrance fees for the listed sites.
Highlights
The itinerary covers several of Egypt’s most celebrated ancient and modern landmarks.
In Luxor you will visit the Valley of the Kings, the terraced mortuary temple of Hatshepsut, the Colossi of Memnon and the vast Karnak Temple complex—sites that together represent royal burial, mortuary cult and monumental temple architecture from the New Kingdom.
In Aswan the schedule includes the Aswan High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk in the granite quarry and the island sanctuary of Philae.
The High Dam is noted as a major modern engineering achievement; Philae is described as a graceful Ptolemaic temple dedicated to the goddess Isis; and the Unfinished Obelisk allows a view into ancient stone-working practices.
Day-by-day structure
Day One: The program departs from Makadi Bay to Luxor for visits that typically include the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple and the Colossi of Memnon, followed by a visit to Karnak Temple. The day ends with an overnight stay in Aswan as noted in the itinerary.
Day Two: The second day focuses on Aswan’s principal attractions listed in the itinerary—the Aswan High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk and Philae Temple—before returning to Makadi Bay. The sequence of visits is defined in the two-day plan, and entrance fees for the named sites are included.
What is included
The arrangement includes pickup and drop-off transfers from hotels in Makadi Bay and the services of a professional private tour guide for the visits. Entrance fees to all the mentioned sites are covered.
Transport between Luxor and Aswan is provided by first-class train tickets on the outward and return journeys, and one night’s accommodation in Aswan at a five-star hotel is part of the package. Two lunches are included during the tours and mineral water is supplied on board the vehicle.
Service charges and taxes are also listed as included.
What is not included
Optional excursions beyond the stated itinerary are not included. Personal spending and gratuities are also excluded and should be planned for separately.
Who this excursion suits
This program is designed for travelers based in Makadi Bay who wish to see the principal sights of Luxor and Aswan within a short, two-day schedule.
It is suitable for those who prefer a focused overview of major archaeological and modern landmarks rather than longer, more detailed exploration at each site.
Practical notes
The factual record specifies first-class train travel between Luxor and Aswan and one night at a five-star hotel in Aswan, but it does not provide hotel names, train timetables or exact pickup times. Those operational details should be confirmed with the operator before travel.
Entrance fees for the monuments listed in the itinerary are included in the package. Optional tours, personal expenses and tipping are explicitly excluded from the arrangement and should be allowed for in your planning.
Use this Luxor Aswan tour from Makadi Bay overview to understand the pace, destinations and key experiences before you travel.
The Luxor Aswan tour from Makadi Bay combines the confirmed stops in one practical route; check the inclusions and exclusions carefully before booking.
The Luxor Aswan tour from Makadi Bay Itinerary
Day 1: Day One:Makadi Bay to Luxor – Discover Luxor Landmarks
Transfer from Makadi Bay to Luxor for visits to key New Kingdom sites on both banks of the Nile. The day includes a tour of the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple (Deir el-Bahari), the Colossi of Memnon and Karnak Temple. Lunch is provided during the sightseeing day.
The day concludes with an overnight in Aswan.
Meals: Lunch
Accommodation: 5* hotel in Aswan
Day 2: Day Two:Visit Aswan Attractions – Back to Makadi Bay
Sightseeing in Aswan begins with the Aswan High Dam and the Unfinished Obelisk in the granite quarry, followed by Philae Temple on the Nile. A lunch break is scheduled during the day before the return transfer to Makadi Bay.
Meals: Lunch
Before booking this Luxor Aswan tour from Makadi Bay, review the confirmed services below and ask for any current operational details that are not stated in the record.
What Is Included
- Pickup and drop-off transfers from hotels in Makadi Bay
- Professional private tour guide
- Two lunches during the tours
- Mineral water supplied in the tour vehicle
- Entrance fees to all mentioned sites
- First-class train tickets between Luxor and Aswan (round trip)
- One night accommodation at a 5-star hotel in Aswan
- All service charges and taxes
What Is Not Included
- Optional tours or excursions
- Personal spending and purchases
- Tipping/gratuities
Frequently Asked Questions About Luxor Aswan tour from Makadi Bay
Review these practical questions about the Luxor Aswan tour from Makadi Bay before contacting Gateway Pharaoh.
Where does this tour start and finish?
The tour provides pickup and drop-off transfers from your hotel in Makadi Bay.
Which Luxor sites are included on day one?
Day one visits the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple (Deir el-Bahari), the Colossi of Memnon and Karnak Temple.
What will we see in Aswan?
In Aswan the itinerary includes the Aswan High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk and Philae Temple.
Is accommodation included?
Yes. One night’s accommodation at a 5-star hotel in Aswan is included.
Are meals provided?
Two lunches are included during the tours; no other meals are specified in the record.
Are entrance fees and local transport included?
Entrance fees to the mentioned sites are included. First-class train tickets from Luxor to Aswan and return are also included.
What is not included in the tour price?
Optional tours, personal expenses and tipping are not included.
Is mineral water provided during the trip?
Yes. Mineral water is provided on board the vehicle.
What is the starting price for this tour?
The recorded starting price is USD 290 (this figure should be verified with the operator).
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Overview
Overview
This two-day excursion from Makadi Bay brings together the principal antiquities of Luxor and Aswan in a compact program. The itinerary is organized to show major New Kingdom monuments on Luxor’s east and west banks on the first day, followed by key sites in Aswan on the second day. Transfers to and from Makadi Bay are provided as part of the arrangement, and the program includes entrance fees for the listed sites.
Highlights
The itinerary covers several of Egypt’s most celebrated ancient and modern landmarks. In Luxor you will visit the Valley of the Kings, the terraced mortuary temple of Hatshepsut, the Colossi of Memnon and the vast Karnak Temple complex—sites that together represent royal burial, mortuary cult and monumental temple architecture from the New Kingdom.
In Aswan the schedule includes the Aswan High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk in the granite quarry and the island sanctuary of Philae. The High Dam is noted as a major modern engineering achievement; Philae is described as a graceful Ptolemaic temple dedicated to the goddess Isis; and the Unfinished Obelisk allows a view into ancient stone-working practices.
Day-by-day structure
Day One: The program departs from Makadi Bay to Luxor for visits that typically include the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple and the Colossi of Memnon, followed by a visit to Karnak Temple. The day ends with an overnight stay in Aswan as noted in the itinerary.
Day Two: The second day focuses on Aswan’s principal attractions listed in the itinerary—the Aswan High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk and Philae Temple—before returning to Makadi Bay. The sequence of visits is defined in the two-day plan, and entrance fees for the named sites are included.
What is included
The arrangement includes pickup and drop-off transfers from hotels in Makadi Bay and the services of a professional private tour guide for the visits. Entrance fees to all the mentioned sites are covered.
Transport between Luxor and Aswan is provided by first-class train tickets on the outward and return journeys, and one night’s accommodation in Aswan at a five-star hotel is part of the package. Two lunches are included during the tours and mineral water is supplied on board the vehicle. Service charges and taxes are also listed as included.
What is not included
Optional excursions beyond the stated itinerary are not included. Personal spending and gratuities are also excluded and should be planned for separately.
Who this excursion suits
This program is designed for travelers based in Makadi Bay who wish to see the principal sights of Luxor and Aswan within a short, two-day schedule. It is suitable for those who prefer a focused overview of major archaeological and modern landmarks rather than longer, more detailed exploration at each site.
Practical notes
The factual record specifies first-class train travel between Luxor and Aswan and one night at a five-star hotel in Aswan, but it does not provide hotel names, train timetables or exact pickup times. Those operational details should be confirmed with the operator before travel.
Entrance fees for the monuments listed in the itinerary are included in the package. Optional tours, personal expenses and tipping are explicitly excluded from the arrangement and should be allowed for in your planning.
Trip Highlights
- Philae Temple: the island sanctuary dedicated to Isis on the Nile near Aswan.
- Aswan High Dam: a major modern engineering project that created Lake Nasser after completion in 1970.
- Valley of the Kings: the royal New Kingdom burial ground on Luxor’s west bank.
- Hatshepsut Temple (Deir el-Bahari): the terraced mortuary temple built for the female pharaoh Hatshepsut.
- Karnak Temple: a vast religious complex expanded by pharaohs over nearly two millennia.
- The Unfinished Obelisk: remains in its original Aswan quarry and shows ancient Egyptian stone-working techniques.
