About this experience
There are several prices plans options for This private tour, depends on the inclusions and the pickup city.
3,000 years ago Ramses II build these monumental temples for himself and his beloved wife Nefertari.
The walls are adorned with scenes of his victory at the Battle of Kadesh.
The façade of the Great Temple is 35m high/30m long. The Smaller Temple is dedicated to Nefertari, depicted as the Goddesses Isis and Hathor.
From 1964-68, UNESCO set forth an initiative to move both temples to a plateau on the cliffs to protect them from flooding.
The temples were dismantled, moved 60m up the sandstone cliff that they originally stood on and were then reassembled.
After gazing at these Nubian Monuments, you will be brought back to your accommodation in Aswan. Depending on availability, your guide will join you in Aswan or Abu Simbel.
At a glance
- Duration: 10 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 10 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
- All Fees and Taxes
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Private English-speaking Egyptologist tour guide, .. if option is selected
- private pick-up/transportation , .. if option is selected
- one Bottled water each, .. if option is selected
- sightseeing tickets / admission fees, .. if option is selected
Not included
- Tipping, Beverages, extra activities, and personal spending
- other Languages Egyptologist guide with supplement $20 per group
Itinerary and highlights
An absolute must see in Egypt is the magnificent temple complex of Abu Simbel, commissioned 3,000 years ago by Ramses II for himself and his beloved wife Nefertari.
The impressive structures commemorate his victory at the Battle of Kardesh and they were meant to impress his enemies in the south.
The facade of the Great Temple is 35m high and 30m long. The Great Temple was constructed on the position of the sun.
On February 22 and October 22 sunlight penetrates 55m into the inner sanctuary to illuminate 3 of the statues at the back wall.
Only the 4th statue of Ptah, the god of the Underworld, remains in darkness all year round.
The Smaller Temple is completely dedicated to Nefertari and her being crowned as the Goddesses Isis and Hathor.
Near the re-erected temples now stands a man made dome, which houses an exhibit of photographs, detailing the entire relocation.
Languages and tickets
- Arabic — Guide
- German — Guide
- English — Guide
- Italian — Guide
- French — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- EgBride Travel
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- please note that each option has its own inclusions, enjoy it if option is selected
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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