Why choose this Aswan tour ?
See two of Egypt’s greatest ancient spectacles on this sharing tour to Abu Simbel day trip by minibus from Aswan, drive to western Lake Nasser, and behold the colossal, rock statues of Ramses II of the two iconic lakeside temples. Learn their history, and go inside to see their towering statues, pillars and murals. If time allows before your return to Aswan, check out the visitor center that charts how both the temples were relocated here, piece by piece, in 1968 to save them from flooding. Sharing minibus tour from Aswan to Abu Simbel Visit Abu Simbel’s Great Temple of Ramses II and smaller Temple of Hathor, Egypt’s most-visited sites after the Great Pyramids Free time to tour inside both temples Enjoy privileged, personalized attention from your expert Egyptologist guide on this special private tour Pick-up and drop-off from Aswan hotels and port
Make the most of your Aswan adventure
What makes Abu simbel Sharing tour from Aswan a unique experience ?
See two of Egypt’s greatest ancient spectacles on this sharing Abu Simbel day trip by minibus from Aswan. drive to western Lake Nasser, and behold the colossal, rock statues of Ramses II of the two iconic lakeside temples. Learn their history, and go inside to see their towering statues, pillars and murals. If time allows before your return to Aswan, check out the visitor center that charts how both the temples were relocated here, piece by piece, in 1968 to save them from flooding. Sharing minibus tour from Aswan to Abu Simbel Visit Abu Simbel’s Great Temple of Ramses II and smaller Temple of Hathor, Egypt’s most-visited sites after the Great Pyramids Free time to tour inside both temples Enjoy privileged, on this special sharing tour Pick-up and drop-off from Aswan hotels and port
What To Expect
At 4:00 am departure time and depart your Aswan hotel or Aswan port by air-conditioned minibus. See interesting facts about Abu Simbel’s two temples: the Grand Temple of Ramses II and the smaller Temple of Hathor, both built in the 13th century BC, and now set on the banks of Lake Nasser. Hear about the UNESCO project that saw them both relocated here in 1968, a move prompted by the building of the Aswan High Dam. After roughly three hours, arrive at the lakeside and take in the jaw-dropping temples, both fronted by vast rock relief figures of Ramses II and his wife Nefertari. Take snaps and then enjoy free time to explore the interiors. so you can fully understand the treasures inside. Step inside the Great Temple, and ogle the painted battle scenes and gigantic sculptures of Ramses that line the halls. Then, go inside the Temple of Hathor to see the murals and pillars engraved with images of the goddess Hathor and Nefertari, Ramses II’s favored wife. Afterward, and if time permits, call at the nearby visitor center that documents the temples’ relocation. Learn how these giant structures were dismantled and then reassembled piece by piece: an incredible feat of engineering that has protected them from flooding. Finally, drive back to Aswan where your trip ends with a hotel or port drop-off.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Options To Choose for Your Trip:
Abu simbel Sharing tour from Aswan Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- transportation by air-conditioned minivans
- If your hotel on elephantine island or west of aswan we pick up you from the city side
- pick up from (hotel/ Nile Cruise )and drop off
- If your hotel in the Nubian village we pick up you out side in the beginning of the village street
- Tourism Police Permission
Not Included
- Gratuities (recommended)
- Entrance fee to the temple(ticket)
- Local guide in AbuSimple temples
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Show You Egypt.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Africa/Cairo.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 1 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.