Cairo to Abu Simble: Full-day Tour to Abu Simble via Aswan from CairoDay trips and Excursions

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Overview

Take a tour from Cairo to Abu Simble and enjoy a day in southern Egypt. Board the early morning plane to Aswan for an excursion to the famous rock-cut temples on the shore of Lake Nasser and travel back in time marveling at these magnificent structures before driving back to Aswan for a pleasant afternoon and back again to Cairo.

Highlights

◾ Listen to your guide and learn about the amazing history of the Abu Simbel temples
◾ Admire ancient Egyptian art and the wondrous hieroglyphs and petroglyphs
◾ Have a relaxing afternoon in Aswan before you fly back to Cairo

About this Experience

✔ Health and safety measures apply
✔ Private tour
✔ No booking fees

DURATION: 12 hours
STARTING TIME: 4.00 am
MEETING POINT: At your hotel
LANGUAGE/S: English, German, French, Arabic
OPENING SEASONS: All year round
PARTICIPANTS: Cairo to Abu Simble tour is private. Only your group will participate

Description - What to expect

Your Cairo to Abu Simble tour starts very early in the morning with your guide picking you up from your hotel lobby in Cairo and driving you to the airport to catch the early morning flight to Aswan. Once you arrive, you will be driven to Abu Simbel, perhaps the most magnificent site of ancient Egypt and one of the most celebrated tourist attractions in the country.

Explore the great sun temple of king Ramses II, and the Temple of Queen Nefertari discovered in 1813 wholly covered until then with sand. These massive rock temples are considered the most magnificent and beautiful temples commissioned during Ramses’ reign and some of the most fascinating in Egypt. This impressive site is located on the western banks of the Nile and was dedicated to Ramses II and his queen Nefertari.

Learn from your guide interesting historical facts and why gigantic statues were dismantled and relocated in the 1960s to avoid flooding by the rising Nile river after the building of the Aswan High Dam was completed and the massive Lake Nasser was created. While on the site, you will also have the opportunity to explore several other temples located in the area.

After your Cairo to Abu Simble tour is over, you will be driven back to Aswan for some relaxing time before you head to the airport for your flight back to Cairo and from there back to your hotel.

What's included, what's not

✔ Hotel pick-up/drop-off service
✔ All transfers by air-conditioned car
✔ Domestic flights Cairo-Aswan-Cairo
✔ Entrance fees to the historical sites
✔ Private tour guide
✔ Bottled water on board the vehicle during the tour
✔ A late lunch meal at a local restaurant
✔ All taxes & service charges.

Why choose this experience

There are several compelling reasons to choose this Cairo to Abu Simbel tour:

◾Magnificent Ancient Site: Explore the grand Sun Temple of King Ramses II and the Temple of Queen Nefertari, marveling at their colossal structures and intricate carvings.
◾Historical Significance: Learn intriguing historical facts from your knowledgeable guide, delving into the story behind the relocation of the gigantic statues in the 1960s.
◾Cultural Immersion: Your guide will provide insights into the symbolism, mythology, and significance of the temples, enhancing your appreciation of the site. It's a chance to connect with the ancient civilization and gain a unique perspective on its legacy.
◾Architectural Splendor: Witness the awe-inspiring architecture of Abu Simbel, characterized by monumental statues, intricate reliefs, and massive structures carved into the rock.
◾Convenient Logistics: The Cairo to Abu Simbel tour provides seamless logistics, including hotel pick-up, domestic flights, comfortable transportation, and expert guidance.

By choosing this Cairo to Abu Simbel tour, you can immerse yourself in the wonders of ancient Egypt, witness magnificent temples, learn about the fascinating history, and appreciate the architectural brilliance of Abu Simbel.