Abu Simbel day trip from Aswan
The early convoy south to Ramses II's rock temple, with a guide who explains the sun alignment and the rescue operation that moved it.
- Duration
- 10 hours
- Group
- Small group
- Pickup
- Pickup from Aswan hotels or cruise ships at 04:00.
- Where
- Aswan & Abu Simbel
The drive is three hours each way through the desert, leaving Aswan before dawn to reach the temple before the heat and the convoy crowds.
You get two hours on site: the great temple of Ramses II, the smaller temple of Nefertari and the lake that swallowed the original site.
What you will see
- Great temple of Ramses II
- Temple of Nefertari
- Small-group convoy
- Guide on site
How the day runs
04:00
Departure from Aswan
Join the desert convoy with a short rest stop.
07:30
Abu Simbel
Two hours with the guide at both temples.
10:00
Return drive
Back in Aswan by early afternoon.
Included
- +Air-conditioned vehicle
- +Guide
- +Entrance tickets
- +Water and snacks
Not included
- –Breakfast
- –Gratuities
- –Sound and light show
Before you book
Can we fly instead of driving?
Yes, there are morning flights from Aswan. Tell us and we quote the flight plus a local guide.
Request this tour
No payment now. We confirm availability and send a fixed quote by email or WhatsApp.
What happens next
- 1. We check availability for your date and reply by email or WhatsApp.
- 2. You get a fixed price and a short confirmation of the plan.
- 3. Your guide or driver meets you at the hotel or cruise. You pay on the day.
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