Escape the city of Aswan and venture towards the border of Sudan to uncover the wonders of Ancient Egypt on a tour of the Abu Simbel Temples. These great temples were built by and dedicated to the great Pharaoh Ramses II over 3,000 years ago and are now UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Learn about the rich history of Ancient Egypt from your guide as you tour the temples, as well as how the complex was moved from the banks of the River Nile.
06:00 tour starts from your hotel or cruise boat, Our magical adventure trip to Abu Simbel usually starts in the early morning when our expert tour guide picks you up from your hotel/ Nile Cruise in Aswan.
Drive to the south of Aswan which is around 3hrs drive by an air-conditioned vehicle.
Upon arrival, learn about the history of the two massive rock-cut temples, built by Ramses II in the 13th century BC, in the village of Abu Simbel in Aswan.
The two Temples of Abu Simbel, with their unique style, are considered to be the masterpieces of ancient Egypt.
The Temple of Ramses II was dedicated to the four universal gods Ptah, Re-Her-Akhtey, Amun-Re, and to Ramesses II himself. It is famous for its four huge seated statues that adorn its façade.
The Temple of Queen Nefertari is also called the Temple of Hathor who was the wife of the Sun God so in a symbolic way.
Tour the temple as your guide explains how the temples were moved in the 1960s with the help of the Egyptian government and UNESCO to avoid the rising waters of the Nile.
13:30 After you have enjoyed this fabulous trip, be transferred back to your Hotel/Nile Cruise in Aswan and reminisce about the memories you’ve made.
Tour Inclusions
Important note:
All our excursion and tours excluding entrance fees, It is advisable to pay daily for entrance tickets in case of cancellation due to unforseen circumstances, e.g. illness. Entrance tickets are non refundable.
Included
Pick up services from your hotel and return
All transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicle
Private English-speaking Egyptologist guide
Entrance fees to all the mentioned sites
Bottled water on board the vehicle during the tour
All service charges & taxes
Excluded
Any extras not mentioned in the program
Tipping
any other expenses
Entrance fees to Mention Sites
Children Policy
Children from 1 to under 6 years old free of charge.
Children from 6 to under 12 years old will pay 50 % adult price.
Children from 12 and plus will pay full price.
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