About this experience
Start your journey with a convenient pickup between 4:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. and travel in comfort in a modern, air-conditioned vehicle on a scenic 3-hour drive through the Sahara Desert. Along the way, enjoy a short break at a desert rest stop and witness the impressive Toshka Project, Egypt’s ambitious desert reclamation and irrigation initiative.
Upon arrival at Abu Simbel, you’ll meet your professional Egyptologist guide, who will bring the history of this extraordinary site to life. Explore the Great Temple of Ramses II and the Temple of Queen Nefertari, both masterfully carved into the mountainside around 1300 B.C.
Learn the fascinating stories of King Ramses II, his beloved wife Nefertari, and the incredible engineering feat of relocating the entire temple complex in 1964 to protect it from the rising waters of Lake Nasser.
This tour blends comfort, culture, and breathtaking history—making it an unforgettable journey into Egypt’s ancient past.
At a glance
- Duration: 8 hr–9 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 8 hr–9 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Compare the available options before choosing: their itinerary, inclusions and pickup arrangements can differ. Check the price for your date and whole group.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What is included
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- Egyptologist tour guide (optional)
- Snacks
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- All Fees and Taxes
Not included
- Tipping and gratitude
Itinerary and highlights
Experience one of Egypt’s most impressive ancient masterpieces on a private, door-to-door tour to the Abu Simbel Temples. Travel comfortably in a spacious, air-conditioned modern vehicle ,
With your expert Egyptologist guide, uncover the stories of Ramses II and Queen Nefertari, and learn how these monumental temples were saved from the rising waters of the Nile. Enjoy an early start to avoid the midday desert heat and explore both temples at a relaxed pace.
Meeting and pickup information
- Any hotel or accommodation within Aswan city. Please provide your hotel name and address when booking, and we will arrange the pickup accordingly.
- hotels at the elephantine island pickup will be from the city (east side ) pyramisa island hotel \ movenpick hotel pickup will be from the city side dock ben ben hotel or any hotel at hessia island pickup will be from batanyoun dock ( the island city dock ) _ Kato dool wellness resort hotel clients kindly meet us down the main road of the village cars can't reach into there coz it's a mountain sandy road
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Swenett Tours
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Questions about this experience
How long is this experience?
What are the pickup arrangements?
pyramisa island hotel \ movenpick hotel pickup will be from the city side dock
ben ben hotel or any hotel at hessia island pickup will be from batanyoun dock ( the island city dock )
_ Kato dool wellness resort hotel clients kindly meet us down the main road of the village cars can't reach into there coz it's a mountain sandy road
Which guide languages are listed?
What ticket format is listed?
What ticket age bands are listed?
What accessibility information is provided?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
What is the cancellation policy?
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