Abu Simbel Day Tour from Cairo

FromEGP 565
12 hours – 15 hours
Cairo, Egypt

About this activity

Experience the grandeur of ancient Egypt with a full-day tour from Cairo to the Abu Simbel temples, including a scenic flight and guided exploration.

Highlights

  • Explore the majestic Abu Simbel temples
  • Witness the grandeur of Ramses II's monuments
  • Enjoy a scenic flight over the Nile River
  • Discover ancient Egyptian history with expert guides
  • Experience a traditional Egyptian lunch in Aswan

Full description

Step back in time and immerse yourself in the wonders of ancient Egypt on this exhilarating day trip from Cairo to the iconic Abu Simbel temples. Begin your adventure with a comfortable flight over the Nile River to Aswan, where you'll be greeted by expert guides eager to share the rich history of these monumental structures. Marvel at the colossal statues of Ramses II and the intricate carvings that tell tales of a bygone era. After exploring the temples, savor a delicious traditional Egyptian lunch in Aswan before returning to Cairo, filled with memories of a truly unforgettable journey.

Included / Excluded

  • Round-trip flight from Cairo to Aswan
  • Guided tour of Abu Simbel temples
  • Lunch at a local restaurant
  • Personal expenses and gratuities

Itinerary

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Starts At 3:00 am Emo Tours expert Tour guide will pick you up from your hotel in Cairo and drive to Cairo airport to take your Flight to Aswan that takes off at 5:00 am reaches Aswan at 6:30 am meet by our guide who will greet you with a sign shows your name then transfer to the south of Aswan which is around 3hrs drive to enjoy Abu Simbel day tour from Aswan by a PRIVATE air-conditioned vehicle.The two Temples of Abu Simbel, with their unique style, are considered to be the masterpieces of ancient Egypt.

Duration: 5 hoursAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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day tour from Aswan by a PRIVATE 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-Akhter, 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

Duration: 3 hoursAdmission: NO
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Tour Finishes with drop off at Customer Hotel in Cairo or Giza

Duration: 5 hoursAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE

Meeting point

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Important information

Know before you book

  • This tour involves early morning departure and a full day of activities.
  • Ensure you have a valid passport for domestic flights and entry to the temples.
  • Be prepared for warm temperatures; consider bringing a hat and sunscreen.

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable clothing and sturdy walking shoes for temple exploration.
  • Bring a valid passport for airport security and identification purposes.
  • Carry a camera to capture the stunning architecture and landscapes.

Cancellation policy

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All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Accessibility

  • Easy Public Transport
  • Infant Seats Available

Good to know

  • Note : During your booking we need copy photo from your passport please update it with booking process
  • Entrance fees -Depending on the Tour Options Chosen

Traveler reviews

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A great experience not to be missed.

Great experience from start to finish. Our driver Karim did a great job on such a long journey. Our guide Magdy was brilliant, during the last hour of the journey to Abu Simbel he explained the history of the temples, about their relocation, various paintings and things we should look out for as he was not able to accompany us into the temples. So glad he did this in the comfort of the air conditioned car rather than in the 40+degrees heat of the desert where there was little shade. Lovely lunch of fresh fish, rice and salad before our long return to Aswan. Would we recommend this trip with Madgy? I like so!!

O4727SBclarecOct 25, 2025TRIPADVISOR

Unforgettable experience

We had an amazing time, truly unforgettable. Our guide was was Samir Gaber, he is an amazing guide, very knowledgeable and super helpful. I will recommend this tour to all my family and friends. It was a perfect day. Thank you very much to our driver and guide. We will remember this day for the rest of our lives.

Nomad66602900267May 10, 2025TRIPADVISOR

Best full-day tours

This time, only two people came from Cairo for the tour, so it was almost a private tour. Flights were rescheduled last minute, but I enjoyed it more than enough until then. The Temple of Absimbel was also very moving, but I'm glad the Guide explained it very clearly. We were also given a tour of the city of Aswan and were very happy to buy delicious coconut juice and lots of spices. If you are not sure how to get to Abu Simbel Temple, consider this tour. I think the tour is absolutely satisfying more than the price. We are so excited to see him again who Guided us.

Shogo NJul 25, 2024TRIPADVISOR

Easy private tour to Abu Simbel

Great tour. Driver picked us up on time and got us there win 3.25 hours with a stop for toilet / coffee. Had two hours strolling around the temples before returning for 3.15pm. Would recommend 10/10

Michelle8391Jul 21, 2024TRIPADVISOR

Abu Simbel and More

We flew from Cairo to Aswan and were met by our guide Emad Aiad and driver Ahmed. We felt that we were in very good hands, from the driving to the extensive knowledge we were given on the way to Abu Simbel. Lunch was delicious, and the stops in Aswan to visit essence and spice shops all enhanced the experience. It was a long day, ending with the flight back to Cairo, but everything went smoothly and anyone who is in Cairo and wants a day trip to Abu Simbel should definitely consider this tour.

2KaTTsOct 17, 2023TRIPADVISOR

Additional information

Note : During your booking we need copy photo from your passport please update it with booking process Entrance fees -Depending on the Tour Options Chosen