Private Day Tour to Abu Simbel Temples from Aswan
4.5
Private Day Tour to Abu Simbel Temples from Aswan
By Emo Tours Egypt
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The Abu Simbel Temples, two majestic sandstone structures, stand reflected in the waters of Lake Nasser. It’s a long drive from Aswan, so enjoy the comfort of a private vehicle direct from your door. Learn about Ramses II, his wife Nefertari, the love goddess Hathor, and the flooding of the Nile from your private Egyptologist guide. Return to Aswan in the late afternoon.
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Ages 6-120
Duration: 10h
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Highlights
- See the temples of Ramses II and his wife Nefertari in Abu Simbel
- Hear how the temples were moved after the Aswan High Dam flooded the Nile
- Journey in the air-conditioned comfort of your own private vehicle
- Ask as many questions as you want from your dedicated guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Private, air-conditioned transportation
- bottled water
- Entry/Admission - Abu Simbel Temple Complex
What's not included- Entry fees (Optional)
- Local guide at Abu Simbel temple (Optional)
- Lunch at local Restaurant (Optional)
- Personal Items
- Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.
- مقام المغربي, شياخة ثالثة، قسم أسوان،، 3VQX+9CM, Sheyakhah Thalethah, Aswan 1, Aswan Governorate 1242662, EgyptAswan
Pickup details- Pickup from a hotel or Nile Cruise in Aswan شياخة ثالثة، قسم أسوان،، 3VQX+XP2, Sheyakhah Thalethah, Aswan 1, Aswan Governorate 1242720, Egypt . Pickup from Aswan airport 3VQX+HQ5 Aswan 1, Egypt . Pickup from Aswan train station أسوان غرب محطة القطار، 3WX2+XW3, Abu AR Rish Qebli, Aswan 2, Aswan Governorate 1242871, Egypt .
Hotel pickup offeredDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.Airport pickup offeredDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included airports.- Aswan Airport, Aswan Egypt
Port pickup offeredDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included ports.- Blue Shadow Nile Cruise, 3VWW+GV6, Sheyakhah Thalethah, Aswan, Aswan Governorate 1240892, Egypt
Additional pickup optionsDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included pickup points.- Aswan, Aswan Governorate, Egypt
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Near public transportation
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Infant seats available
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 22031P2- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- Note : To confirm your booking will need copy photo from your passport please update it with booking process
- Entry fees includes basic area only
- Entrance fees -Depending on the Tour Options Chosen
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 22031P2
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Itinerary
- 1As per requested time will pick you up from your hotel in Aswan and drive to the south of Aswan which is around 3hrs drive to enjoy Abu Simbel day tour from Aswan by air-conditioned vehicle. The two Temples of Abu Simbel, with their unique style, are considered to be the masterpieces of ancient Egypt. They reflect the glory and grandeur of the new Kingdom. The Egyptian government and UNESCO decided to co-operate in order to save these temples from the flood. The Temple of Ramses II was dedicated to the four universal gods Ptah, Re-Her-Akhtey, Amun-Re, and to Ramesses II himself. The great Abu Simbel temple is also called The Sun Temple of Ramses II.The Temple of Queen Nefertari is also Called Temple of Hathor who was the wife of the Sun God so in a symbolic way, the two Temples, that of Ramesses II and that of Nefertari, bring Ramesses II, Nefertari, Hathor and the Sun God together as one. Spend around 3 hours there then take the way back to Aswan.
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Jorge
North Carolina6 contributions
Jan 2020 • Solo
The experience was unique. What made it challenging was the pick up from the hotel to the airport and upon landing trying to identify who was going to pick me up. Even though this was the most difficult part of the trip I enjoyed my tour with Basma the tour guide who was able to show me different sites in Aswan with the time we had to execute the day. I recommend that you remember the name of the company as they may use the Company sign to try and locate you.
Written February 2, 2020
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Dear our valued customer
Thank you for your very kind review, we are happy to hear our customers feel taken care of every step of the process. See you soon in another tour.
We hope to see you again soon ^_^
Best regards,
Emo Tours Egypt
Written February 3, 2020
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
macrup
Bern, Switzerland5 contributions
We were punctually picked up at 04:30 am by our super guide Walid. On the way to Abu Simbel he made a special stop to see the sunrise in the Sahara and even took pictures from us. Then he provided snacks and water for the rest of the trip… once we arrived we were delighted by his deep knowledge of Egypt and made us understand the details of the temple. We can only recommend Emo Tours and specially Walid, who always has a big smile in his face.
Written September 20, 2021
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Dear our valued customer
Thank you for your outstanding detailed review , and your positive comments about our service. We are so happy that you spent a lovely time in our beloved country with us
Your positive feelings about Egypt and our devoted company, mean so much to us, and that is what we always aim for.
You should definitely come back for another visit to our country . there's more for you to see. So, get ready for your next trip to explore more treasures of the marvelous Egyptian Civilization.
Sincerely
Emo Tours Egypt
Written September 21, 2021
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Tina L
Tolmin, Slovenia5 contributions
Mar 2021 • Friends
We had very good time visiting Abu Simbel. Our guide Walid Maadawy was great. Beside explaining us history about the temples he told us also many things about Aswan city, nubian village, Aswan high dam... We definitely recommend him.
Written March 23, 2021
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Dear our valued customer
We are pleased you were so happy with your tour experience and thank you for your fabulous compliments for the excellent service you received from our team,y as well as for your recommendation.
we look forward to welcoming you back .
Gratefully
Emo Tours Egypt
Written April 17, 2021
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Maddine I
2 contributions
Dec 2022
Even though it was a lot of driving for so few hours on the site I would definitely recommend visiting Abu Simbel as a day trip only because there is basically nothing else to do in the area. Makbola was our guide and we found her to be pleasant, very organized and professional. She has done this for along time and was able to anticipate most of our questions. She shared a lot of of information about Egypt in general that was not related to Abu Simbel in particular which contributed to our greater understanding of the country. We did not feel at all rushed which we very appreciated as we tend to take to take more time studying sites than average tourists.
Written December 16, 2022
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Chelsey S
11 contributions
Jul 2023
My fiancé and I booked the private day tour to Abu Simbel. I wish I knew how to spell my guide and driver's names as they were both FANTASTIC. They were on time, professional, kind, and knowledgable. To avoid crowds, I recommend starting the tour from Aswan between 0700 and 0730, which will have you arrive at 1000-1030. We were the only people at the temples when we arrived, and, at most, there was only one other couple in a temple with us at a time. It was a fantastic experience, and our guide gave us a great explanation of the site's history, answering all of my questions. Our driver was also amazing and even gave me 50 EGP to use the bathroom at the place we stopped. Very nice. I would definitely recommend this tour!
Written July 16, 2023
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italybound15
florida60 contributions
Your pickup coordination was pathetic. Prior to leaving the us we received an email advising us we would be picked up at our hotel lobby at 6 am. They also asked for passport numbers which we provided. The day before departure they again asked for passport numbers which we again provided. This was by text and phone. At 545am on the day of the tour we were waiting in the lobby. At 615 I began texting and emailing the contract numbers from the day before. Finally at 645 someone advised the pickup was in a different location. We finally made it there and started our tour an hour late. Trip advisor must provide firm contact numbers for the actual guide nlt 24 hours prior to the tour so details can be confirmed. Once on the tour we found the driver and car to be 5 out of 5 and the guide 4 of 5.
Written March 13, 2022
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Chris
10 contributions
Jun 2022
It was a comfortable ride but a disappointing guide. His explanations took less than 15 minutes, so probably a guide is not needed after all. He asked us to tip at the end and we were unhappy about it. Remember, a tip is a BONUS for quality service above the FEE we PAID for the service.
Written July 5, 2022
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Carlos
Arugam Bay, Sri Lanka3 contributions
Aug 2022 • Family
We arranged the trip to Abu Simbel in private car including a Spanish guide and entrance to the temple for my daughter, my wife and me. Simply perfect:
i) Tayso the sales man was continously in contact to organize the trip since we arranged the trip at the very beginning until the end by whatssap. He was very patient, very quick in replying my queries and always trying to help.
ii) The van for the three of us was before the agreed time (4.30am) already waiting for us. The van was very clean and new and was only for the 3 of us, as agreed.
iii) Drivers (2) were very kind and diligent: on the way to the temple one driver was sleeping while the other was driving and they changed the roles on the way back (safer).
iv) Omnia, the Spanish guide: She made the difference. She speaks Spanish very well and knows everything about the temple. She was giving los of details before, during and after the visit to the temple. We had also time to talk about the normal life in Egypt and share life experiences from different points of view. Thanks Omnia!!!
Definetely we recommend Emo tours
i) Tayso the sales man was continously in contact to organize the trip since we arranged the trip at the very beginning until the end by whatssap. He was very patient, very quick in replying my queries and always trying to help.
ii) The van for the three of us was before the agreed time (4.30am) already waiting for us. The van was very clean and new and was only for the 3 of us, as agreed.
iii) Drivers (2) were very kind and diligent: on the way to the temple one driver was sleeping while the other was driving and they changed the roles on the way back (safer).
iv) Omnia, the Spanish guide: She made the difference. She speaks Spanish very well and knows everything about the temple. She was giving los of details before, during and after the visit to the temple. We had also time to talk about the normal life in Egypt and share life experiences from different points of view. Thanks Omnia!!!
Definetely we recommend Emo tours
Written August 11, 2022
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edieann
Denver, CO1,010 contributions
I have never spent a better 7 hours in a car! Worth every second to see the temples!
We couldn’t get a flight and opted for a private car. We had some trepidations but they were dispelled quickly: first, our guide Achmed Eid was excellent. From picking us up to dropping us off, everything went extremely smoothly.
He made every effort to make us comfortable to and from Abu Simbel. Rest stops with excellent bathrooms that he paid the entrance fee for. Offering us beverages, suggesting the air conditioning should be turned on, taking our pictures at interesting stops and much more. Couldn’t have been more pleased.
The seven hours to and fro were very interesting and went by quickly. We had two drivers and they were excellent! The car was very comfortable, too.
Now to the temples at Abu Simbel: First, be sure you see the movie of the dismantling of the temples and reconstruction on the new site. We saw it on our cruise ship but it is also shown at the visitors center. phenomenal!!!
Second: Be prepared for the enormity of the statues and the amazingly realistic (not to mention gorgeous) wall carvings.
Worth every penny and second we spent traveling!
We couldn’t get a flight and opted for a private car. We had some trepidations but they were dispelled quickly: first, our guide Achmed Eid was excellent. From picking us up to dropping us off, everything went extremely smoothly.
He made every effort to make us comfortable to and from Abu Simbel. Rest stops with excellent bathrooms that he paid the entrance fee for. Offering us beverages, suggesting the air conditioning should be turned on, taking our pictures at interesting stops and much more. Couldn’t have been more pleased.
The seven hours to and fro were very interesting and went by quickly. We had two drivers and they were excellent! The car was very comfortable, too.
Now to the temples at Abu Simbel: First, be sure you see the movie of the dismantling of the temples and reconstruction on the new site. We saw it on our cruise ship but it is also shown at the visitors center. phenomenal!!!
Second: Be prepared for the enormity of the statues and the amazingly realistic (not to mention gorgeous) wall carvings.
Worth every penny and second we spent traveling!
Written February 25, 2020
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Dear our valued customer
Thank you so much for sharing your travel experience you had with us.
The fact that you mention that our tours were without doubt the best run tours that you’ve ever been on means a lot to us! We love to read that you enjoyed all the destinations and activities 100%, that the itinerary suited you perfectly, that you loved the restaurants we picked and that you had a lot of fun! Because that’s exactly what we want for you and our visitors
We hope to see you again ^_^
Best regards,
Emo Tours Eygpt
Written February 27, 2020
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Sanju R
Bangalore District, India55 contributions
Mar 2022 • Solo
Emad was an incredible guide - so knowledgeable, informative, and helpful. On one day we saw the Temple of Philae and on the next day we went to Abu Simbel as well as Kom Ombo and Edfu temples. They were magnificent and Emad spent so much time painstakingly explaining everything to me and telling me the stories behind the breathtaking paintings and carvings. I had the best 2 days in Aswan thanks to Emad :)
Written March 30, 2022
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Hello, I will arrive Aswan airport at 10am, can I depart from airport to Abu Simbel directly, And still stay 3 hrs there?
It’s ok to go back to Aswan late night. Thanks
Written August 23, 2023
Hola,
la proxima semana estamos en egypto y queremos ir abu simbel. No tengo contractada esa excursion, llegamos en crucero pero aun no se ni el dia ni el barco exacto. En el caso de reservar la excursion el guia te recoge en el mismo barco con el que llegamos??
Cuanto tiempo disponemos para visitar ABu Simbel?? las entradas a los templos van incluidas?? y de cuanto tiempo tenemos para visitarlos??
Un saludo,
Olga
Written December 12, 2022
Bom dia !
É seguro ir de van!
Estarei no Porto e tem hora para partir
Written August 31, 2022
I am attempting to book for 11/21 but I am unable to move your booking calendar forward. I am currently unable to book past July. Is this intentional or is your website having issues
Written June 10, 2022
Hello, we are arriving from Cairo at 8:25h in the morning. Can you pick us up at the airport and taje us to Abu Simbel and back to Aswan the same day? We are three adults.
Written February 15, 2022
Nous sommes une famille de 5. 2 adultes, 2 enfants de 7 et 10 ans et une autre de 3 ans. Avez-vous un véhicule adapté à notre situation ? Le petite dernière ne paye rien, n'est-ce-pas ?
Written February 12, 2022
Joan B
Biloxi, Mississippi
Hello
I am arriving at Aswan on a Nile cruise. Is it possible to pick up at the port?
Also, does this tour return to Aswan the same day?
Written January 23, 2022
I would like to go on Jan 7, th, at 8or 9Am, from Radamia boat, docked in Aswan. No guide needed. What car will be available?
Written January 4, 2022
I would like to tour on Nov 24 but my plane get there @ 10:00
Can I /we be picked up from airport and go straight there
Written November 22, 2021
I guess you can, but consider it’s a 3hour car ride to the site and you will arrive at the most crowded hour. The best is if you go really early in the morning so you avoid the crowds and the heat. Anyway, it is a place you MUST visit at any cost.
Written November 23, 2021
Hi, would like to book for 10/23 for 4 people. According to our tour operator our cruise leaves from Aswan at noon. If we leave at 4 am, can we be back in time? Also what is the additional cost for entry fee and tour guide to take us into abu simbel?
Written October 1, 2021
We took the 8am tour and got back to Aswan at 2pm so it doesn’t sound like a problem for you. The package we bought included tour guide and entry fee so not sure what the additional cost would be?
Written October 2, 2021
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