Private Abu Simbel Temples Day Trip from Aswan
Duration
9 hours
Max People
100
Tour Type
Private
Pickup
Aswan
Overview
Discover one of Egypt’s most impressive ancient monuments on a Private Abu Simbel Temples Day Trip from Aswan. This full-day private excursion takes you from Aswan to the famous Abu Simbel Temples, where you can explore the monumental temples of Pharaoh Ramses II and Queen Nefertari with a professional guide.
During your Private Abu Simbel Temples Day Trip from Aswan, learn about the remarkable international preservation project that saved the temples from the rising waters of Lake Nasser following the construction of the Aswan High Dam. The temples were carefully dismantled and reconstructed on higher ground, preserving these extraordinary monuments for future generations.
After exploring Abu Simbel, enjoy the return journey to Aswan in your private vehicle. This tour is an excellent choice for travelers who want to visit one of southern Egypt’s most famous archaeological sites comfortably and without joining a large group.
Tour Highlights
- Visit the magnificent Great Temple of Ramses II
- Explore the Temple of Queen Nefertari
- Travel from Aswan to Abu Simbel in a private air-conditioned vehicle
- Learn about ancient Egyptian history from a professional guide
- Discover the story behind the relocation of the temples
- Enjoy a comfortable private day trip through the Nubian desert landscape
- Convenient pickup and drop-off in Aswan
Included/Excluded
- Private air-conditioned vehicle
- pickup and drop-off in Aswan
- Professional tour guide
- Bottled water during the tour
- Entrance fees to Abu Simbel Temples
- Tips and gratuities
Tour Plan
Early Morning Pickup from Aswan
Your Private Abu Simbel Temples Day Trip from Aswan begins with an early pickup from your hotel, Nile cruise, or another agreed location in Aswan. Meet your professional guide and driver before starting the journey south toward Abu Simbel.
Journey to Abu Simbel
Travel comfortably in a private air-conditioned vehicle through the scenic desert landscape of southern Egypt. The journey takes several hours, with the exact travel time depending on road and traffic conditions.
Great Temple of Ramses II
Upon arrival, begin your visit with the impressive Great Temple of Ramses II. Admire the four colossal statues of Ramses II at the entrance before entering the temple to discover its monumental halls, columns, chambers, and ancient reliefs.
Temple of Queen Nefertari
Continue to the nearby Temple of Queen Nefertari, dedicated to the queen and the goddess Hathor. Explore the beautifully decorated interior and learn about Nefertari’s role in ancient Egyptian history and the religious significance of the temple.
Your guide will explain how the Abu Simbel Temples were relocated to higher ground in the 1960s to protect them from the rising waters of Lake Nasser after the construction of the Aswan High Dam.
Drop-Off
After completing your visit, begin the return journey to Aswan in your private air-conditioned vehicle.
Arrive back in Aswan and enjoy drop-off at your hotel, Nile cruise, or another agreed location, concluding your private Abu Simbel day trip.
FAQ
The trip is a full-day excursion. The drive from Aswan to Abu Simbel takes several hours each way, with time at the temples included in the itinerary.
You will visit the Great Temple of Ramses II and the Temple of Queen Nefertari, two of the most famous monuments at Abu Simbel.
Yes. The tour includes private transportation, allowing you to travel from Aswan with your own vehicle and professional guide.
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