There are several prices plans options for This private tour, depends on the inclusions and the pickup city.
3,000 years ago Ramses II build these monumental temples for himself and his beloved wife Nefertari.
The walls are adorned with scenes of his victory at the Battle of Kadesh.
The façade of the Great Temple is 35m high/30m long. The Smaller Temple is dedicated to Nefertari, depicted as the Goddesses Isis and Hathor.
From 1964-68, UNESCO set forth an initiative to move both temples to a plateau on the cliffs to protect them from flooding.
The temples were dismantled, moved 60m up the sandstone cliff that they originally stood on and were then reassembled.
After gazing at these Nubian Monuments, you will be brought back to your accommodation in Aswan. Depending on availability, your guide will join you in Aswan or Abu Simbel.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ In-vehicle air conditioning
✔ Private English-speaking Egyptologist tour guide, .. if option is selected
✔ private pick-up/transportation , .. if option is selected
✔ All fees and/or taxes
✔ one Bottled water each, .. if option is selected
✔ sightseeing tickets / admission fees, .. if option is selected
✖ Tipping, Beverages, extra activities, and personal spending
✖ other Languages Egyptologist guide with supplement $20 per group
Pickup Locations
1. Benben By Dhara Hotels
2. Fenti Nubian Resort
3. Pyramisa Island Hotel Aswan
4. Achertod Nubian Hotel
5. Crystala Guest House
6. Ramsis Hotel
7. Tolip Aswan Hotel
8. Pyramisa Isis Corniche Hotel
9. Citymax Hotel Aswan
10. Opal
11. El-amin Guest House
12. Abo ORabi Guest House
13. Kalabsha Hotel
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15. Villa Misk
16. Tiba Hotel Aswan
17. Go Inn Backpackers
18. Nile Hotel
19. Basma Hotel
20. Shehrazad Nile Floating Hotel
Itinerary
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Abu Simbel Temple Complex
An absolute must see in Egypt is the magnificent temple complex of Abu Simbel, commissioned 3,000 years ago by Ramses II for himself and his beloved wife Nefertari.
The impressive structures commemorate his victory at the Battle of Kardesh and they were meant to impress his enemies in the south.
The facade of the Great Temple is 35m high and 30m long. The Great Temple was constructed on the position of the sun.
On February 22 and October 22 sunlight penetrates 55m into the inner sanctuary to illuminate 3 of the statues at the back wall.
Only the 4th statue of Ptah, the god of the Underworld, remains in darkness all year round.
The Smaller Temple is completely dedicated to Nefertari and her being crowned as the Goddesses Isis and Hathor.
Near the re-erected temples now stands a man made dome, which houses an exhibit of photographs, detailing the entire relocation.
Duration: 2.5 hours
Additional info
• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• please note that each option has its own inclusions, enjoy it if option is selected
