This tour offers personalized attention from a professional Egyptologist guide who tailors the experience to your interests, ensuring every moment is meaningful and enriching. Travelers enjoy a stress-free journey in a modern, air-conditioned bus, making the long desert drive to Abu Simbel both comfortable and scenic.
The tour’s flexibility allows for a relaxed pace, giving ample time to explore the colossal temples of Ramses II and Queen Nefertari without feeling rushed. Your guide’s detailed storytelling reveals the deeper symbolism behind the temple carvings and the fascinating history of their relocation by UNESCO — an engineering marvel that saved them from submersion.
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Highlights
10 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
10 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Round-trip transfer from your hotel or Nile Cruise in Aswan
Private Egyptologist tour guide
All taxes and charges
Transfers by a private air-conditioned bus
Gratuities
Entrance Fees
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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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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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Your day begins early in the morning when your expert Egyptologist guide meets you at your hotel or Nile Cruise in Aswan. Enjoy a comfortable, air-conditioned drive through the golden desert landscapes of Nubia, a scenic journey of around 4 hours.
4 hours
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Abu Simbel Temple Complex
Upon arrival at Abu Simbel, marvel at the awe-inspiring temples built by Pharaoh Ramses II in the 13th century BC. Carved directly into the mountainside, these temples stand as a lasting symbol of power, devotion, and architectural mastery. Your guide will bring history to life as you explore the Great Temple dedicated to Ramses II and the smaller Temple of Queen Nefertari. Admire the colossal statues guarding the entrance and the intricate carvings that depict the pharaoh’s military victories and divine connections.
Step inside the temples to witness the ancient artistry that has survived for over 3,000 years. Discover the remarkable solar alignment phenomenon — twice a year, the sun illuminates the inner sanctuary, highlighting Ramses II’s statue. Your guide will share fascinating details about the relocation of the temples in the 1960s, a UNESCO-led effort to save them from the rising waters of Lake Nasser.
2 hours
3
Aswan
After exploring, enjoy some free time to capture photos of the breathtaking monuments and the serene lake view before relaxing on your return drive to Aswan. On the way back, reflect on the grandeur of ancient Egypt and the incredible engineering that continues to captivate travelers from around the world.
4 hours
Full Day Tour Abu Simbel From Aswan
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$60.00
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About
This tour offers personalized attention from a professional Egyptologist guide who tailors the experience to your interests, ensuring every moment is meaningful and enriching. Travelers enjoy a stress-free journey in a modern, air-conditioned bus, making the long desert drive to Abu Simbel both comfortable and scenic.
The tour’s flexibility allows for a relaxed pace, giving ample time to explore the colossal temples of Ramses II and Queen Nefertari without feeling rushed. Your guide’s detailed storytelling reveals the deeper symbolism behind the temple carvings and the fascinating history of their relocation by UNESCO — an engineering marvel that saved them from submersion.
Guests also ben...
Highlights
10 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
10 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Round-trip transfer from your hotel or Nile Cruise in Aswan