Abu Simbel Temple
- 8h 30m
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 3 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
The Mountain That Moved for a King Ramses II's monumental masterpiece, carved into a cliff face, stands as an eternal testament to pharaonic power—with four 65-foot-tall colossi of the king guarding its entrance for 3,200 years. Witness the precision of ancient astronomers: twice yearly, the rising sun pierces the inner sanctum to illuminate statues of Ramses and the gods—a phenomenon that still occurs today. This engineering marvel was saved from Nile waters in the 1960s, when the entire temple was cut into blocks and relocated 200 feet higher—one of history's greatest rescue missions. Inside, vibrant battle scenes show Ramses' victory at Kadesh, while hidden chambers whisper of royal rituals performed for the sun god Amun. Arrive at dawn when the first light sets the colossi ablaze in gold, just as intended by its builders in 1264 BC—and you'll understand why this isn't just a temple, but a statement in stone.
Inclusions
What's included
- Air-conditioned vehicle
Itinerary
The Mountain That Moved for a King Ramses II's monumental masterpiece, carved into a cliff face, stands as an eternal testament to pharaonic power—with four 65-foot-tall colossi of the king guarding its entrance for 3,200 years. Witness the precision of ancient astronomers: twice yearly, the rising sun pierces the inner sanctum to illuminate statues of Ramses and the gods—a phenomenon that still occurs today. This engineering marvel was saved from Nile waters in the 1960s, when the entire temple was cut into blocks and relocated 200 feet higher—one of history's greatest rescue missions. Inside, vibrant battle scenes show Ramses' victory at Kadesh, while hidden chambers whisper of royal rituals performed for the sun god Amun. Arrive at dawn when the first light sets the colossi ablaze in gold, just as intended by its builders in 1264 BC—and you'll understand why this isn't just a temple, but a statement in stone.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Know before you go
- Meeting point
- driver will be waiting for you with a sign and a car with Amaken tours on it how to found meeting point its near old cataract hotel its far like 1500metars and its near the Nile river
- Pickup
- Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the starting point.
- Tickets
- Tickets are redeemed at a different location from the meeting point.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 15 travellers
- Operated by
- Amaken Tours
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in Aswan
- Its from-price is 44% below the median of the 312 day trips we list in Aswan.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Aswan
Aswan is Egypt's serene southern city on the Nile, where feluccas glide between granite islands, Nubian villages and palm-fringed riverbanks.
The Nile is at its most beautiful here, broken by granite boulders and green islands. Elephantine Island holds ruins of ancient temples and colourful Nubian villages, Kitchener's Island is covered by a botanical garden, and on the west bank the Tombs of the Nobles are cut into the cliffs of Qubbet el-Hawa, while the domed Mausoleum of the Aga Khan stands on a desert hill further south.
Top-ranked sights in Aswan: Abu Simbel Temples, Philae Temple (Temple of Isis), Aswan High Dam.
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