8-Hour Abu Simbel Temples Tour from Aswan with Nefertari Temple

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Visit the temples of Ramesses II at Abu Simbel
• 02 Explore the Temple of Nefertari, also known as the Temple of Hathor
• 03 Discover a UNESCO World Heritage Site carved from the mountainside
• 04 Learn about the remarkable history and architecture of ancient Egypt

Discover the grandeur and glory of ancient Egyptian art on a full-day visit from Aswan to the temples of Ramesses II and Queen Nefertari at Abu Simbel. Explore these masterpieces of ancient architecture and gain insight into the remarkable history of ancient Egypt at this UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Discover the grandeur and glory of ancient Egyptian art on a full-day visit from Aswan to the temples of Ramesses II and Queen Nefertari at Abu Simbel.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 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

Abu Simbel Temples Excursion from Aswan

• Begin with pickup from your hotel in Aswan. Along the way, listen as your guide sheds light on the places of significance you encounter and briefs you on the amazing day ahead.

• Transfer to Abu Simbel in a modern, clean, air-conditioned car and get ready to discover the temples of Ramesses II and Nefertari. Take in the fascinating history of this UNESCO World Heritage Site and admire its beautiful architectural features.

• Explore the Temple of Nefertari, also called the Temple of Hathor.

After the tour, transfer back to your hotel.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Pickup and drop-off to/from your hotel

• English-speaking professional tour guide in Aswan

What's Not Included

• Entrance fees for all the above-mentioned historical places

• Tips and gratuities

• Personal expenses

Know before you go

• The temple complex was dedicated to the four gods of ancient Egypt: Ptah, Re-Her-Akhtey, Amun-Re, and Rameses II. Twice a year, the sun shines directly into the temple and illuminates these gods.

• Transfer to Abu Simbel in a modern, clean, air-conditioned car and get ready to discover the temples of Ramesses II and Nefertari. These twin temples were built from the mountainside in the 13th century BC under the dynasty of Pharaoh Ramesses II. Take in the fascinating history of this UNESCO World Heritage Site and its beautiful architectural features.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Aswan, Egypt

Tour start

Abu Simbel, Aswan Governorate, Egypt

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.