8-Hour Abu Simbel Sightseeing Tour from Aswan with Egyptologist

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Visit the majestic Temple of Ramses II at Abu Simbel
• 02 Explore the Temple of Queen Nefertari, also known as the Temple of Hathor
• 03 Learn from a qualified Egyptologist about the temples' carvings and sculptures
• 04 Discover how the Abu Simbel temples were saved from the flood

Embark on a day trip from Aswan to Abu Simbel and visit the two temples that are considered masterpieces of Ancient Egypt for their unique style. Marvel at the intricate designs of these rock-cut monuments and learn how they reflect the pharaoh's victories, status, power, and pride. Discover the Great Temple of Ramses II and the smaller temple dedicated to Queen Nefertari while hearing how these remarkable temples were saved from the flood.

A qualified Egyptologist will explain the fine details of the rock-cut carvings and sculptures and how the temples were saved from the flood.

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, French

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Private Abu Simbel Excursion from Aswan

• Your private guide will collect you from your hotel in Aswan at 04:30 a.m. for the three-hour drive south. Travel in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle on this private tour of Abu Simbel.
• Your guide will escort you to the Great Temple, or Sun Temple, built in honour of Ramses II and dedicated to him and four other gods, as well as the smaller temple dedicated to his wife Nefertari, also known as the Temple of Hathor. A qualified Egyptologist will explain the fine details of the rock-cut carvings and sculptures and how the temples were saved from the flood.
• After around two hours at the temples, you will return to Aswan at 12:30. End of the tour.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Private shuttle service to and from your hotel
• Private Egyptologist guide
• Entrance tickets to the historical sites mentioned
• Transfers by private, air-conditioned vehicle
• Bottled water on board the vehicle
• All fees and taxes included

What's Not Included

• Personal expenses
• Tips

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Aswan, Egypt

Tour start

Aswan, Aswan Governorate, Egypt

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.