About this experience
Focus more on the royal temples of Abu Simbel and less on logistics, with this comprehensive day trip from Aswan. Alongside an Egyptologist guide, you’ll travel direct from your Aswan hotel to the striking archaeological complex. You’ll have ample free time to discover the temples on your own, followed up with commentary from your guide to learn all about them.
- Book a day trip online and travel from Aswan to Abu Simbel with ease
- Use your travel time to listen to commentary from an Egyptologist guide
- Hear tips for the must-see Abu Simbel statues and temples to visit
At a glance
- Duration: 8 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 8 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What is included
- Private transportation
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Bottled water
- Private tour
- Professional guide
- Snacks
- Taxes and charges
- Entrance Fees and Tickets
Not included
- Gratuities
Itinerary and highlights
Early Morning Pickup:
Your adventure begins with an early morning pickup from your Hotel/Nile Cruise in Aswan, between 4 to 4:30 am. An air-conditioned vehicle awaits to carry you on a journey of approximately 280 kilometers, roughly a 3-hour drive through the vast Egyptian desert. Sunrise and Arrival at Abu Simbel: As the desert landscape transforms under the rising sun, you'll arrive at the mesmerizing Abu Simbel Temple Complex. Exploring the Temples: While guides aren't permitted inside the Great Temple of Ramses II or the smaller Temple of Hathor, your guide will use photos and illustrations to share insights into the structures and their intricate interior artworks. Return to Aswan: After immersing yourself in the wonder of Abu Simbel, the journey takes you back to Aswan,
back to aswan around 1 pm
Meeting and pickup information
- All Hotels or Rental Apartments in Aswan Pick up services from all Hotels or Rental Apartments in Aswan. Once your purchase is complete, we will send you complete contact information (phone ) number, email address, etc.) for our local operator to organize pick-up arrangements.
Languages and tickets
- German — Guide
- ru — Guide
- Portuguese — Guide
- English — Guide
- zh-CN — Guide
- Italian — Guide
- French — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Egypt Tours Travel
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Questions about this experience
How long is this experience?
What are the pickup arrangements?
Pick up services from all Hotels or Rental Apartments in Aswan.
Once your purchase is complete, we will send you complete contact information (phone )
number, email address, etc.) for our local operator to organize pick-up arrangements.
Which guide languages are listed?
What ticket format is listed?
What ticket age bands are listed?
What accessibility information is provided?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
What is the cancellation policy?
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