Explore the magnificent Abu Simbel Temples on a private tour from Aswan. Travel in comfort and marvel at the Sun Temple of Ramesses II, famous for its unique design and the biannual sun alignment. Return to Aswan with unforgettable memories.
The Egypt Day Tour guide will pick you up from your hotel in Aswan early in the morning to enjoy the Abu Simbel day trip in a private air-conditioned vehicle.
The two Temples of Abu Simbel, have unique styles and are considered the masterpieces of ancient Egypt. The temples reflect the glory and grandeur of the new Kingdom. Then transfer back to Aswan.
The great Abu Simbel temple is called The Sun Temple of Ramesses II. Abu Simbel temple is one of the most popular temples in the world because the sun’s rays rise on the face of Ramses II twice a year on 22 Oct and 22 Feb it is called the Sun Raise festival.
All prices are charged in USD per person per trip. You can also pay us online via a secure payment gateway without any extra costs or surcharges. This is our pricing policy for this trip.
The initial price is based on 1 adult in group size with the lowest price in the low season
After your tour is confirmed, we will email you the final confirmation of the tour and voucher to print and bring with you. Details will Contain contact numbers of customer care, tour operator, and All information for your convenience.
Tipping is not included in any of our packages and is left to the discretion of the travelers. Although not mandatory, it is of great importance to people who will take care of you while traveling.
If your tour package includes airfare, an extra charge for your children may apply.
Egypt Day Tours do not require a cancellation fee for tours or excursions canceled for ‘force majeure’ reasons like volcanoes, earthquakes, or reasons that are Out of control. If the booking cancellation happens For personal or business reasons and Egypt Day Tours has already incurred the booking costs on your behalf, these costs will be transferred to you.
A 50% payment will be required from the total amount after confirming your tour booking as requested. You can pay by credit or debit card (MasterCard/Visa) through the VeriSign Secured payment system on our website, and the Rest of the Payment will be on a Cash basis upon you Start Your Tour to the Egypt Day Tours representative.
Secure your trip and give yourself greater peace of mind with the Travel Insurance program proposed by Travel Guard. One week, 25$ per person.
All tours don’t include entrance fees to special archaeological sites, such as walking inside one of the pyramids and the Mummies Room at the Egyptian Museum in Cairo or entering the Tomb of Tutankhamen at Valley of the Kings in Luxor are also available at extra cost.
Please contact us if you wish to add or adjust anything to the program.
Extra personal expenses on the trip may include a food tour, alcoholic beverages, tipping, visa fees, recreational expenses, and other services not listed.
Following are the items with extra costs during the trek:
Your day trip includes round-trip transfers from your Aswan hotel in a private air-conditioned vehicle, a qualified Egyptologist guide, entrance fees to both Abu Simbel temples, and all service charges and taxes. Gratuities and any optional extras aren’t included.
The drive from Aswan to Abu Simbel takes a few hours each way through the desert, so this is an early-morning departure, your guide will pick you up from your hotel to make the most of your day there and back.
You’ll visit the Great Temple, the Sun Temple of Ramesses II, and the smaller Temple of Hathor dedicated to Queen Nefertari, both carved directly into the mountainside and considered masterpieces of ancient Egyptian architecture.
Yes, if you time your visit for 22 February or 22 October, you can witness the famous Sun Festival, when sunlight aligns to illuminate the statues deep inside the Great Temple. Let us know if you’d like your tour timed around one of these dates.
Yes, this is a fully private tour with your own guide and vehicle. If you’d like to adjust the pickup time or combine it with other sites, just let us know when you book.