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Private Day-trip to Abu Simbel, UNESCO World Heritage Site from Aswan

Aswan, Egyptby Tanora Egypt Tours

  • 9 hours
  • Free cancellation
  • Private tour
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Guide: English, Italian, French, Spanish

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Overview

See the ancient marvel of Abu Simbel on a private day trip from Aswan. Journey southward by private, air-conditioned vehicle as your personal guide shares tales of the 3,400-year-old complex, a masterwork of ancient Egyptian engineering beside Lake Nasser. Awe at the two temples, graced by colossi of Ramses II and his wife Nefertari, and tour the Great Temple’s statue-lined halls and battle reliefs. While you explore, hear the incredible story of the temples’ 1960s relocation to protect them from flooding after the building of the Aswan High Dam. Private day trip by road from Aswan to Abu Simbel, with private air-conditioned transport Venture south to the cliff-cut UNESCO-listed complex, overlooking Lake Nasser Learn about the history of the two temples and Hear how the temples were relocated in the 1960s to protect them from rising Lake Nasser Enjoy in-depth attention and personalized commentary from a private Egyptologist guide. we will make to feel very well looked after and safe.

What's included

  • Certified professional tour guide
  • Bottled water
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Pick up service from your Hotel or Nile Cruise and return
  • Tipping (Gratuities for your tour guide and driver)
  • Lunch, if required
  • Entrance fees to temples

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Abu Simbel Temple

    4 hours

    Early morning our expert Tour guide will pick you up from your hotel in Aswan to enjoy your drive to the Nubian desert south of Aswan which is around 3 and half a hour hours drive to enjoy Abu Simbel day tour from Aswan by air-conditioned vehicle.We offer one rest stop is around half a hour in the desert to see sun rise or take picture of the desert.

  2. 2

    Abu Simbel

    1 hour

    The Great Temple of Ramses II See the ancient marvel of Abu Simbel on a private day trip from Aswan. Journey southward by private, air-conditioned vehicle as your personal guide shares tales of the 3,400-year-old complex, a masterwork of ancient Egyptian engineering beside Lake Nasser. Awe at the two temples, graced by colossi of Ramses II and his wife Nefertari, and tour the Great Temple’s statue-lined halls and battle reliefs. While you explore, hear the incredible story of the temples’ 1960s relocation to protect them from flooding after the building of the Aswan High Dam.Enjoy in-depth attention and personalized commentary from a private Egyptologist guide.

  3. 3

    Abu Simbel Temple

    4 hours

    Temple of Nefertari Learn about the history of temple, built for Egyptian queen and wife of Ramesses II. in the 13th century BC Ogle the gigantic colossi of Ramses II and Nefertari at the temple gateways Admire the statues. On our way driving back to the city of Aswan around 3 and half a hour enjoy your time to take pictures for the Mirage.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting Point Options: Rail or Bus Station, Cruise Ship Port, Hotel, Address or Intersection You can head directly to your preferred meeting point, or request pickup.

Good to know

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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