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Included
- Qualified Egyptologist guide
- Entrance fees
- Hotel/port pick up and drop off
- Bottled water during your day trip
- Transport by air-conditioned minibus.
Private Day Tour from Aswan to Abu Simbel By Plane
6 Hours
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Private Day Tour from Aswan to Abu Simbel By Plane
Abu Simbel is a breathtaking ancient site, featuring two massive temples carved into the mountainside by Pharaoh Ramses II. Known for its colossal statues and intricate carvings, the larger temple honors Ramses II, while the smaller one is dedicated to his wife, Nefertari. A marvel of ancient engineering, Abu Simbel offers an unforgettable experience of Egypt’s grandeur and history.
- Duration: 6 Hours
- Location: Aswan
- Package category: Egypt Day Tours
- Availability: Every day
- Departure time and location: From your accommodation in Aswan around 4 AM According to the availability and the time of the flight
- Return location: To your accommodation
- Journey classification: Solo Tours, Private Tours, Comfort Tours
- Tour type: Historical / Culture Tours
At Abu Simbel, you can see two impressive temples carved into the mountainside, built by Pharaoh Ramses II in the 13th century BC.
Itinerary
Day Description
Abu Simbel is an ancient Egyptian temple complex located near Lake Nasser, built by Pharaoh Ramses II in the 13th century BC. It consists of two temples:
Temple of Ramses II – Featuring four giant statues of Ramses II.
Temple of Nefertari – Dedicated to his queen, Nefertari.
The temples were relocated in the 1960s to avoid flooding from the Aswan High Dam. A unique sun alignment occurs twice a year, when sunlight illuminates the statues inside the main temple. Abu Simbel is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and can be reached by road or air from Aswan. The best time to visit is between October and April.
Day 1: Activity -
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Meet and pick up
According to the arranged pick up time you will be meet with rip who will transfer you to Aswan airport to take your flight to Abu Simbel upon arriving to Abu Simbel you will be met with your tour guide to visit the below site then back to the airport to flight back to Aswan and be transferred to your hotel
Day 1: Activity -
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The big temple of Ramses II
The Big Temple of Ramses II at Abu Simbel, built in the 13th century BC, features four massive statues of Ramses II at the entrance. The temple was relocated in the 1960s due to the Aswan High Dam. A unique sun alignment occurs twice a year, illuminating the inner sanctum. The temple was dedicated to Ramses II and the gods, symbolizing his power and divine status.
Day 1: Activity -
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The smaller temple of his wife Nefertari
The Smaller Temple of Nefertari at Abu Simbel was built by Ramses II for his wife, Nefertari. It features six statues at the entrance (four of Ramses II and two of Nefertari) . The temple celebrates Nefertari’s beauty and role as the queen.
Excluded
- Gratuities (recommended)
- Food and drinks, unless specified
Prices vary by season and are confirmed according to your selected travel dates.
Current season rates
| Room type | Adult |
|---|---|
| Solo Adult | $ 420 |
| Group of (2-3) Adults | $ 410 |
| Group of (4-6) Adults | $ 400 |
| Group of (7-10) Adults | $ 390 |
| Group of (11-more) Adults | $ 380 |
| Child [age:6-11] | $ 290 |
| Infant [age:0-5] | $ 0 |
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