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HomeAbu Simbel Temples 9-Hour Tour From Aswan
Description
Visit the splendid Abu Simbel Temples, two massive rock-cut temples on the shore of Lake Nasser. Discover the history of this archaeological site and marvel at its magnificent structure on this 9 hours tour from Aswan. End the tour by learning about the massive undertaking of relocating the whole temple.
Highlights
- Explore Abu Simbel Temples
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Pick up by the Egyptologist tour guide at around 4:00 am from your hotel in Aswan.
After a roughly three hour drive, arrive at Abu Simbel temples on the western bank of Lake Nasser.
Discover the vast rock relief figures of Ramses II and his wife Nefertari.
Appreciate the relics of Abu Simbel and observe the painted battle scenes and gigantic sculptures of Ramses that line the halls.
Head further inside to the Temple of Hathor and see the murals and pillars engraved with images of the goddess Hathor and Nefertari, Ramses II’s beloved wife.
Go to the nearby visitor centre that documents the temples’ relocation.
Learn how these giant structures were dismantled and then reassembled piece by piece. This incredible feat of engineering has protected the temples from flooding.
Drive back to Aswan.
What's Included
Certified Egyptologist tour guide
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Transport by air-conditioned vehicle
Admission fees
Tourist Permissions
What's Excluded
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Meeting Point
Aswan, Egypt
Cancellation Policy
For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.Price Details
| Adult | |
| 1 To 1 | USD 100 Per Person |
This is a private tour | |