Egypt · Monuments

10-Hour Abu Simbel Temple Tour from Aswan with Lake Nasser Views

10 Hours Round trip from Abu Simbel Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 See the majestic four colossal seated pharaoh statues at Abu Simbel Temple
02 Visit Abu Simbel, one of Egypt's grandest and most beautiful temples
03 Take in the scenery of the Nubian Desert around the temple complex
04 Enjoy views of Lake Nasser, the world's largest man-made lake

Embark on a detailed tour to Abu Simbel Temple from Aswan. Set in the Nubian Desert beside Lake Nasser, the largest artificial lake in the world, Abu Simbel is considered one of the grandest and most beautiful temples in Egypt. Admire its majestic four colossal seated pharaoh statues and take in the breathtaking views around the site.

Set in the Nubian Desert beside Lake Nasser, the largest artificial lake in the world, Abu Simbel is considered one of the grandest and most beautiful temples in Egypt.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 10 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

Cities Aswan, Abu Simbel

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Abu Simbel Temple Excursion from Aswan

Pick up and assistance will be provided from any location in Aswan city or the airport to begin the journey along the Great Desert Road for about 3 hours, with a short rest stop on the way.
Arrive in Abu Simbel City and enter the gate of this magnificent temple, one of the most important historical sites in Egypt. An expert tour guide will explain the background and history of the temple, and you will then have free time to discover the place at your own pace.

The route