Private Abu Simbel Temple Excursion from Aswan by Flight
- 5–6 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 5 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
This magnificent day excursion from Aswan by flight takes you to one of Egypt's most awe-inspiring UNESCO World Heritage Sites: the legendary Abu Simbel temples. Fly comfortably to this remote location where you'll stand in awe before Ramses II's monumental rock-cut temple facade, guarded by four colossal 20-meter tall seated statues of the pharaoh. Explore the interior halls adorned with intricate carvings depicting his military victories and religious scenes, then visit the neighboring Temple of Hathor dedicated to his beloved queen, Nefertari. Learn about the incredible international rescue operation that relocated both temples to save them from the rising waters of Lake Nasser. This unforgettable journey showcases ancient Egyptian engineering at its most ambitious, offering a profound connection to pharaonic power and artistry in a breathtaking desert setting.
Inclusions
What's included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Bottled water
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
- Qualified Egyptologist guide
What's not
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
Itinerary
You will be picked up from your hotel or Nile cruise in Aswan by a representative from Your Egypt Tours and accompanied by your private Egyptologist guide for a scenic flight to Abu Simbel. At the temples of Ramses II and Queen Nefertari, carved into the sandstone cliff more than 3,200 years ago, marvel at colossal statues and intricate reliefs celebrating pharaonic power. Discover the temples’ remarkable relocation in the 1960s and learn about their astronomical alignment — a masterpiece of art and engineering. After your visit, relax on the flight back and your comfortable transfer to your hotel in Aswan.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is included for everyone.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Your Egypt Tours
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
How it compares in Aswan
- Its from-price is 454% above the median of the 1751 experiences we list in Aswan.
- It is shorter than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 742 of 1751.
- 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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