Abu Simbel temples among the most incredible of the UNESCO World Heritage sites. Take a cultural journey to this world-famous tourist destination from Aswan and explore the exterior and interior of these iconic sites and surrounding smaller temples.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 8 hours
- Starting time 4:00 AM
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English, French, Spanish, German, Italian
- Pickup included
- Complimentary pickup from your hotel or selected location in Aswan.
Experience
Highlights
- Discover the fascinating history of the Abu Simbel temples
- Visit the temples of Hathor
- See the 1000-year-old hieroglyphs and petroglyphs
- Experience the wonders of the sun in the inner sanctum
Full description
Spend a full day taking a guided tour of one of the most magnificent sites in Eygpt: the Abu Simbel temples.
In the morning, your tour guide will pick you up from your hotel lobby in Aswan and take you to the airport. From there, head towards the most magnificent landscape of ancient Egypt.
These massive rock reliefs are considered the grandest and most beautiful temples commissioned during Ramses’ reign, and some of the most beautiful in Egypt. This iconic site is situated on the western banks of the Nile and was dedicated to Ramses the Great and his queen Nefertari.
Accompany your guide on an exploration of these temples and learn fascinating historical facts about the site, including the reason why they were dismantled and re-located in the 1960s.
Twice a year, a beautiful phenomenon takes place: witness the sun shining into the holy sanctum which lights up the colossal statues of Ptah, Amun, Ta, and Ramses. In the interior, discover 1000 years of temple arts, petroglyphs, and hieroglyphs. You’ll also explore the many other small and large temples located in the area.
After you’ve taken in the magnificence of this site to the fullest, your guide will drop you off at the Abu Simbel Airport for your return to your accommodation in Aswan.
Includes
- Pickup and drop-off to/from your hotel in Aswan and Aswan Airport
- Return airfare
- Professional tour guide
- Transportation by an air-conditioned modern vehicle
- Mineral water
- All entry fees
- Personal expenses
- Other drinks
Not suitable for
- Pregnant women
- Wheelchair users
COVID-19 precautions
Customers must book this activity online because the ticket office is closed
Safety measures in place
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- Customers must keep distance in vehicles
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Traveler requirements
- Customers must bring their own headphones
- Customers are required to bring and wear masks
- Customers must fill out a travel information form
- Customers will get a mandatory temperature check
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- Passport or ID card
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- Pets
- Smoking
- Luggage or large bags
