Egypt · Monuments

3-Hour Abu Simbel Temple Tour from Aswan with Ancient Egypt History

3 Hours Round trip from Abu Simbel Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore the massive rock-cut Abu Simbel Temples dedicated to Ramesses II and Queen Nefertari
  • 02 Discover one of the most beautiful temple sites from the age of King Ramses II
  • 03 Uncover the history of the pharaohs and the culture of ancient Egypt
  • 04 Visit Aswan, the "Land of Gold," in southern Egypt

Visit Aswan in southern Egypt and discover Abu Simbel, one of the most remarkable temple sites from the age of King Ramses II. Known as the Land of Gold, this region was once one of the greatest treasures of the Nubian kings. Explore the massive rock-cut temples dedicated to Ramesses II and Queen Nefertari, and uncover the history of the pharaohs and the culture of ancient Egypt as you walk through this extraordinary monument.

The Abu Simbel Temples are two massive rock-cut temples at Abu Simbel, considered the most beautiful temples erected during the age of King Ramses II.

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At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Hours
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Aswan, Abu Simbel
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Aswan Journey and Abu Simbel Temple Visit

  • Travel to Aswan by bus to reach your hotel in Abu Simbel.

  • Explore the Abu Simbel Temples with your tour guide. The Abu Simbel Temples are two massive rock-cut temples at Abu Simbel, considered the most beautiful temples erected during the age of King Ramses II. These rock temples were dedicated to Ramesses II and Queen Nefertari.

  • Return to your hotel.

Abu Simbel Temples, statues of Ramesses II, Aswan

Where this trip takes you

Abu Simbel Temples, statues of Ramesses II, Aswan

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Abu Simbel 2 cities · 3 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Transportation by air-conditioned bus

  • Fizzy water and drinks

  • Egyptian tour guide

What's Not Included

  • Entry fee to the temple

  • Tips

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Abu Simbel, Kharga, Egypt
Tour start
Abu Simbel, Kharga, New Valley Governorate, Egypt
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 3 hours finish where they began, in Abu Simbel.

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