Abu Simbel temples from Aswan hotel or Nile cruise

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8 hours (approximately)
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Offered in: English

Abu Simbel temples form Aswan hotel or Nile cruise.

The Abu Simbel Temples, carved from the cliffs by Ramses II, are at least a 3.5-hour drive from Aswan. Spend the journey in the comfort of your own private vehicle on this door-to-door day tour timed to beat the worst of the early morning crowds. Your private Egyptologist will explain the meaning of the temples and how they came to stand on the shores of Lake Nasser. Private guided tour of the Abu Simbel Temples, with 2-way hotel transfers Later departure time than many tours lets you sleep in longer Personal Egyptologist explains the history at the right level for your group Air-conditioned private vehicle makes for a comfortable journey

What's Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Private tour
Bottled water
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Transport by private vehicle
Qualified Egyptologist guide
Lunch
Gratuities
entry fees

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

aswan hotels east bank

Itinerary

Duration: 8 hours (approximately)
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    Abu Simbel Temple Complex

    pick up time 7 am from your hotel in aswan or Nile crusie then tour to abu simbel and back to your hotel start your tour to Abu Simbel. The Temples of Abu Simbel with their unique style are amongst the most interesting Pharaonic Temples, They reflect the glory and grandeur of the new Kingdom. The temples date back to the reign of King Ramses II (1290-1223 BC). The first Temple was built by King Ramses II and is dedicated to the God Re-Hor-Akhty, Amon, Ptah, and King Ramses II as a deified King. The Temple of Queen Nefertari is located 120m from the Temple of Ramses II and was also built by Ramses II, dedicated to the Goddess Hathor and to his wife Queen Nefertari. In June 1964 The Egyptian government and UNESCO decided to co-operate in order to save these temples from the raising water of Lake Nasser while the High Dam was being built. Finally you will drive back to Aswan to your hotel.

    8 hours • Admission ticket not included

Additional info

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Book Egypt by Locals Tours

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