Abu Simbel day trip from Luxor
Discover one of the ancient world’s most awe-inspiring monuments on this private day trip from Luxor to Abu Simbel. Rather than the slower route via Aswan that many operators use, we travel via the Western Desert highway — cutting the drive to around 6 hours each way. Departing in the early hours of the morning, you’ll cross dramatic desert landscapes before arriving at the legendary Abu Simbel temples for a guided tour and lunch, then make the return drive to Luxor.
This is a long, rewarding day — roughly 15 hours door-to-door, with about 3 hours at the temples and for lunch. If you’d prefer a more relaxed pace, we also offer a 2-day Abu Simbel tour with an overnight stop in Aswan.
Abu Simbel tour from Luxor Highlights
- Private hotel pickup and drop-off in Luxor
- The Great Temple of Ramesses II
- The Temple of Hathor and Queen Nefertari
- Lunch in Abu Simbel
- Private licensed Egyptologist guide during your visit
- Private air-conditioned transportation
Frequently asked questions: Abu Simbel day trip from Luxor
Is it possible to visit Abu Simbel in a single day from Luxor? Yes. Using the Western Desert highway route, the drive takes about 6 hours each way, giving you roughly 3 hours at the temples and for lunch, with a total day of around 15 hours door to door.
How do you get from Luxor to Abu Simbel — by road or by flight? This tour travels entirely by private, air-conditioned vehicle via the Western Desert highway — a faster route than the more commonly used road via Aswan.
Is the day trip tiring? It’s a long day with significant driving time, so it suits travellers comfortable with a full, active day. If you’d prefer a more relaxed pace, our 2-day Abu Simbel tour with an overnight stop in Aswan splits the journey and gives you more time at the temples.
What’s included in the day trip? Private hotel pickup and drop-off in Luxor, private air-conditioned transportation, a licensed Egyptologist guide at the temples, entrance fees, and lunch in Abu Simbel.
What’s the best time to do this tour? Early morning departure is essential to reach the temples before the midday heat and tour groups arrive, and to keep the return drive comfortable.
