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Abu Simbel

Abu Simbel Day Trip

Classic Abu Simbel day trip from Aswan — Great Temple of Ramses II and Temple of Nefertari, with a licensed Egyptologist.

10 hoursAbu Simbel, Egypt4.9

Overview

Classic Abu Simbel day trip from Aswan — Great Temple of Ramses II and Temple of Nefertari, with a licensed Egyptologist.

Highlights

  • Great Temple of Ramses II
  • Temple of Nefertari
  • Lake Nasser views
  • Egyptologist guide
  • Hotel transfers

Gallery

Feluccas sailing on the Nile at Aswan with granite islands in the background
Philae Temple on Agilkia Island in Aswan seen from the water
First pylon of the Temple of Isis at Philae near Lake Nasser in Aswan
Colonnade of Philae Temple at Agilkia Island in Aswan
Philae Temple pylons reflected in the calm waters around Agilkia
Ptolemaic reliefs on the Temple of Isis at Philae
Kiosk of Trajan at Philae Temple in Aswan
Feluccas and river boats on the Nile at Aswan with the desert bank behind
Traditional felucca sailing boats moored on the Nile at Aswan
Passengers on a felucca ride across the Nile with the lateen sail hoisted
Felucca gliding along the Nile at sunset
Aswan High Dam wall spanning the Nile in southern Egypt
Facade of the Great Temple of Ramesses II at Abu Simbel with four colossal statues
Great Temple of Ramesses II at Abu Simbel carved into the cliff above Lake Nasser
Colossal seated statues of Ramesses II guarding Abu Simbel at dawn
Full facade of the Great Temple of Abu Simbel with its four seated colossi
Detail of the colossal statues of Ramesses II at Abu Simbel with hieroglyphic inscriptions
Side view of the Great Temple of Abu Simbel and the surrounding desert
Small Temple of Nefertari at Abu Simbel dedicated to the goddess Hathor
Statues of Queen Nefertari and Ramesses II flanking the entrance to the Small Temple at Abu Simbel

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Morning

    Early Aswan pick-up & desert drive

    Early pick-up, in-depth guided visit and unrivalled photo opportunities before the crowds.

  2. 2

    Midday

    Great Temple of Ramses II + Temple of Nefertari

    Lunch break at a quality local restaurant (own account) followed by the second highlight of the day.

  3. 3

    Afternoon

    Return drive with photo stops

    Final stop with relaxed timing and storytelling from your Egyptologist.

  4. 4

    Evening

    Hotel drop-off

    Comfortable return transfer to your hotel.

What's included

  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off in an air-conditioned vehicle
  • Licensed Egyptologist or local English-speaking guide
  • All entrance fees as per the itinerary
  • Bottled water on board
  • All applicable taxes and service charges

What's not included

  • International flights
  • Egypt entry visa
  • Optional activities not listed in the itinerary
  • Personal expenses, drinks and gratuities
  • Travel insurance

Tour information

Duration10 hours
PickupFree hotel pick-up & drop-off included from all central hotels.
AvailabilityDaily — confirmation within 2 hours of booking.
Group sizePrivate tour (1–8 guests)
LanguagesEnglish, Bulgarian, Russian, German
Cancellation policyFree cancellation up to 24 hours before the tour.

Frequently asked questions

Is hotel pick-up included for the Abu Simbel Day Trip?

Yes — round-trip hotel pick-up and drop-off are included from all central hotels. Pick-up time is confirmed by WhatsApp the day before.

Is this a private or shared tour?

Both options are available. The price shown is per person; a private upgrade can be added at checkout or via WhatsApp.

Can I cancel or reschedule?

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the tour. Same-day cancellations are non-refundable.

Do I need to pay in advance?

No upfront payment is required — reserve now and pay on the day in EUR, USD or EGP.

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Customer reviews

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Best-in-class — licensed Egyptologist, private transport and free cancellation.

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