About this experience
Discover the grandeur of the Great Temple of Abu Simbel on this one-day tour from Aswan. Accompanied by an expert guide, explore the incredible rock-cut temples that celebrate Ramses II and his queen, Nefertari. Gain insights into the history and significance of this UNESCO World Heritage site as you wander through its monumental halls and impressive sculptures. This tour includes all entrance tickets and offers a hassle-free way to delve into one of Egypt’s most iconic landmarks.
- Visit the magnificent Great Temple of Abu Simbel
- Expert guide shares the history and significance of the site
- All entrance tickets included for a seamless experience
- Comfortable transport from Aswan to Abu Simbel and back
At a glance
- Duration: 8 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 8 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
- Wear comfortable clothes and comfortable shoes.
What is included
- English Egyptology Guide if the option selected
- Around transfer from Aswan
- Private transportation if the option selected
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- 1 Free for 15 Paying Guests
- Tickets if the option selected
Not included
- Gratuities
- 22 of February and 22 or October extra fees
- Government Fees
Itinerary and highlights
We will start from Aswan city driving to abu simbel which it will take about 3 hours driving
The Great Temple of Abu Simbel, in Nubia near Egypt’s southern border, is among the most awe-inspiring monuments of Egypt. It was cut into the living rock by King Ramesses II (the Great) of the Nineteenth Dynasty, around 1264 BC. The temple is most well known for the four imposing seated colossal statues that dominate its façade. One of these collapsed because of an ancient earthquake, and its fragments can still be seen on the ground.
Colossal standing statues of the king line the main hall, leading to the sanctuary where four deities are sat: Amun Ra, Ra Horakhty, Ptah, and a deified version of Ramesses II. The temple was built with such precision that on two days a year, the 22nd of February and 22nd of October, the sun’s rays enter the temple, cross the main hall, and illuminate the innermost statues.
After visiting Abu simbel we will drive you back to Aswan back to your hotel or to your Nile cruise
Meeting and pickup information
- We will pick you up from your cruise or hotel in the early morning we will need photo of your passports and your room number in advance
Languages and tickets
- German — Guide
- ru — Guide
- Korean — Guide
- Japanese — Guide
- English — Guide
- zh-CN — Guide
- Italian — Guide
- pl — Guide
- French — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Queen Nefertari Tours
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Unspeaking English Guide available for extra charge 49€ per group
- If you book your tour will be during the total solar eclips "Eclipse of the Century" the prices going to be up we will contact you to tell you about the price before its start as the prices for the accomondation its not yet clear
- Wear comfortable clothes and comfortable shoes.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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