Private Day Tour to Abu Simbel Temples from Aswan
Abu Simbel
Experience the awe-inspiring Abu Simbel Temples on a private day tour from Aswan. Marvel at the massive rock temples, admire the intricate carvings, and learn about their fascinating history.
Duration:
6 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Abu Simbel Temples - The Abu Simbel Temple is actually a complex of two temples, the Great Temple of Ramesses II and the Small Temple of Nefertari. The Great Temple of Ramesses II is the larger of the two and is dedicated to the gods Amun, Ra-Horakhty, and Ptah, as well as to Ramesses himself. The temple features four massive statues of Ramesses II, each standing at 20 meters tall, at the entrance. The interior of the temple features a series of halls and chambers adorned with intricate reliefs depicting scenes from the life of Ramesses II, as well as scenes from various battles and the annual festival of Opet. The Small Temple of Nefertari is dedicated to the goddess Hathor and features six statues at the entrance, four of which depict Nefertari and two of which depict Ramesses II. The interior of the temple features reliefs depicting Nefertari and various other gods and goddesses.
- Aswan - The distance from Aswan to the Abu Simbel temple complex is approximately 280 kilometers (175 miles). It takes around 3-4 hours to drive from Aswan to Abu Simbel, depending on traffic and road conditions. Alternatively, there are regular flights between Aswan and Abu Simbel, which take around 40 minutes.
What's Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Private, air-conditioned transportation
- Complimentary bottled water
What's Not Included
- Optional Activities
- Tipping
Additional Information
The Abu Simbel Temples are two massive rock temples located in Nubia, southern Egypt, near the border with Sudan. They were built during the reign of Pharaoh Ramesses II in the 13th century BC, and they were dedicated to the gods Amun, Ra-Horakhty, and Ptah, as well as to Ramesses himself. The temples were carved out of the mountainside and featured impressive statues, hieroglyphic inscriptions, and intricate reliefs. The temples were relocated in the 1960s to avoid flooding due to the construction of the Aswan High Dam. Today, the Abu Simbel Temples are a popular tourist destination and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Location
Abu Simbel Temples
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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