Abu Simbel Temple Skip-the-line Entry Ticket with Audio
- 2–3 hours
- Skip the line
- Instant confirmation
- Mobile ticket
Highlights
The Abu Simbel Temple stands as one of Egypt’s most awe-inspiring monuments, a breathtaking fusion of artistry and engineering carved directly into the sandstone cliffs of southern Egypt. Built during the reign of Pharaoh Ramses II in the 13th century BCE, the site comprises two massive rock temples that honor both the pharaoh and the gods. The grand façade of the main temple is dominated by four colossal seated statues of Ramses II, each soaring to about 65 feet in height, projecting power and divine authority. Inside, intricate carvings and detailed reliefs narrate stories of military victories and religious devotion, while the smaller temple celebrates Queen Nefertari and the goddess Hathor. Beyond its architectural magnificence, Abu Simbel is also a modern marvel—relocated in the 1960s to save it from flooding caused by the Aswan High Dam. Today, it remains a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a must-visit destination for travelers.
Inclusions
What's included
- Access to ongoing exhibits
- Fast entry to Abu Simbel Temple
- Booking & Service Fees
- Downloadable English Audio Guide via mobile app.
What's not
- Personal Expenses
Itinerary
The Abu Simbel Temple stands as one of Egypt’s most awe-inspiring monuments, a breathtaking fusion of artistry and engineering carved directly into the sandstone cliffs of southern Egypt. Built during the reign of Pharaoh Ramses II in the 13th century BCE, the site comprises two massive rock temples that honor both the pharaoh and the gods. The grand façade of the main temple is dominated by four colossal seated statues of Ramses II, each soaring to about 65 feet in height, projecting power and divine authority. Inside, intricate carvings and detailed reliefs narrate stories of military victories and religious devotion, while the smaller temple celebrates Queen Nefertari and the goddess Hathor. Beyond its architectural magnificence, Abu Simbel is also a modern marvel—relocated in the 1960s to save it from flooding caused by the Aswan High Dam. Today, it remains a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a must-visit destination for travelers.
Cancellation
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Know before you go
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Yo Tours
- Wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please bring your passport or ID ready for a seamless experience
- The Viator booking confirmation voucher that you get post booking is not the actual ticket and will not be accepted by the attraction, please check your email and WhatsApp for the actual pdf ticket and audio tour link
- Abu Simbel temple opens from 6 AM t0 4 PM
How it compares in Abu Simbel
- Its from-price is 78% below the median of the 11 attraction tickets we list in Abu Simbel.
- It is shorter than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 5 of 11.
About Abu Simbel
Abu Simbel is a small Nubian town in southern Egypt, famous for Ramesses II's two giant rock temples, carved into the cliff above Lake Nasser.
Abu Simbel stands on the western shore of Lake Nasser, near the border with Sudan, about 280 kilometres by road from Aswan. Its two rock temples were cut into a sandstone cliff in the thirteenth century BC for Pharaoh Ramesses II. The Great Temple is fronted by four seated statues of the king, each about twenty metres high, and a smaller temple beside it is dedicated to Queen Nefertari and the goddess Hathor.
Top-ranked sights in Abu Simbel: Temples of Wadi al-Sebua.
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