Aswan highlights
Philae Temple, High Dam & Unfinished Obelisk
Aswan's three classic sights: the High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk in the granite quarry, and a boat to the island temple of Philae.
From$80 / person
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Abu Simbel Day Trip from Aswan
An early drive through the desert to the rock temples of Ramses II and Queen Nefertari, back in Aswan for lunch.
Highlights
- Great Temple of Ramses II
- Temple of Nefertari
Abu Simbel day trip from Aswan: itinerary
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Pick-up from your hotel
Your driver and guide meet you in the lobby.
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Great Temple of Ramses II
Four 20-metre statues of Ramses II carved into the mountain, moved block by block in the 1960s.
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Temple of Nefertari
The smaller temple built for Queen Nefertari and the goddess Hathor.
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Lunch break
Lunch at a local restaurant, included in the price.
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Drop-off at your hotel
End of the tour.
Included
- Pick up service from your hotel in Aswan and return
- Transfer by a private air-conditioned vehicle
- Entrance Fees to the sight
- Private Egyptologist guide
- Mineral water on board the vehicle during the tour
- All service charges & taxes
Not included
- Any extras not mentioned in the program
- Tipping
Abu Simbel day trip from Aswan: questions and answers
How long is the Abu Simbel day trip from Aswan?
Long day (about 10 hours), including pick-up and drop-off.
How much does the Abu Simbel day trip from Aswan cost?
From $115 per person for groups of 9 to 16, and $235 per person for 2 to 4 people. The tour is private, so the bigger the group, the lower the price per person.
What is included?
Pick up service from your hotel in Aswan and return. Transfer by a private air-conditioned vehicle. Entrance Fees to the sight. Private Egyptologist guide. Mineral water on board the vehicle during the tour. All service charges & taxes.
What is not included?
Any extras not mentioned in the program. Tipping.
Where is the pick-up?
Your hotel.
Which days is it available?
Every day.
What will I see?
Great Temple of Ramses II, Temple of Nefertari.
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