About this experience
You will be picked up from your hotel in Aswan on a modern air-conditioned sharing transfer early in the morning to to enjoy a small group tour to Abu Simbel. These temples are unique both in style and in their surroundings on the shores of Lake Nasser. Later, you will be transferred back from Abu Simbel to your hotel in Aswan by sharing transfer.
At a glance
- Duration: 9 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 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
- Transfer by Air-conditioned bus
- All charges and taxes.
- Transfer from the hotel in Aswan and return.
- Entrance fees to Abu Simbel (if the option is selected)
- Bottle of mineral water during the tour.
- Private English-speaking guide. (if the option is selected)
Not included
- Personal expenses.
- Tipping
Itinerary and highlights
The two temples of Abu Simbel, with their unique style, are considered the masterpieces of ancient Egypt. They reflect the glory and greatness of the new Kingdom. The Egyptian government and UNESCO decided to cooperate to save these temples from the flood. The Temple of Ramses II was dedicated to the four universal gods Ptah, Re-Her-Akhtey, Amun-Re and Ramses II himself. The great temple of Abu Simbel is also called Temple of the Sun of Ramssess II. The Temple of Queen Nefertari is also called Temple of Hathor, who was the wife of the Sun God, in a symbolic way, the two Temples, the one of Ramses II and the one of Nefertari, bring Ramses II, Nefertari, Hathor and the Sun God together as one.
Meeting and pickup information
- Pick up from any hotel or Nile Cruise in Aswan
Languages and tickets
- Arabic — Guide
- German — Guide
- English — Guide
- Italian — Guide
- French — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Tour Egypt Club - Private Day Tours
Accessibility and practical details
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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