9 hours
50
Private
Aswan
Discover one of Egypt’s greatest ancient sites on an Abu Simbel Private Tour from Aswan. This private day trip takes you south of Aswan to the famous Abu Simbel temples. Here, you can explore two impressive temples built during the reign of Pharaoh Ramses II.
First, your driver will pick you up from your hotel or Nile cruise in Aswan. Then, travel in a comfortable private air-conditioned vehicle through the desert. The journey offers a relaxing way to reach one of southern Egypt’s most important attractions.
When you arrive, visit the magnificent Great Temple of Ramses II. Its entrance features four huge statues of the pharaoh. Inside, you can see ancient halls, carved walls, and detailed scenes that tell stories about Ramses II and his victories.
Next, explore the smaller Temple of Queen Nefertari. Ramses II built this beautiful temple in honor of his wife and the goddess Hathor. In addition, your guide will explain the history, artwork, and religious meaning of both temples.
You will also learn how the Abu Simbel temples were moved to a higher location during the construction of the Aswan High Dam. This remarkable project helped protect the temples from rising water.
Finally, return to Aswan in your private vehicle. Therefore, this Abu Simbel Private Tour from Aswan is ideal for couples, families, and small groups who want a comfortable and informative visit to one of Egypt’s most famous archaeological treasures.
Your journey begins with an early morning pickup from your hotel, Nile cruise, airport, or preferred location in Aswan. Meet your professional Egyptologist guide and travel in a comfortable private air-conditioned vehicle through the scenic Nubian Desert toward Abu Simbel.
Upon arrival, enjoy ample time exploring the magnificent Abu Simbel Temples. Visit the Great Temple of Ramses II, famous for its four colossal statues carved into the mountainside, and admire its beautifully decorated halls, sanctuaries, and detailed hieroglyphic inscriptions. Continue to the Temple of Queen Nefertari, one of the finest monuments dedicated to an Egyptian queen, where elegant carvings and well-preserved reliefs illustrate the devotion of Ramses II to his beloved wife and the goddess Hathor. Throughout your visit, your guide will explain the fascinating history, symbolism, and remarkable rescue of these temples during the 1960s.
After completing your visit, relax during the comfortable drive back through the Nubian Desert to Aswan, where you will be dropped off at your hotel, Nile cruise, airport, or preferred location.
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