ABU SIMBEL PRIVATE TOUR FROM ASWAN
1 day
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Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Pass By: Excursies Egypte, Sheraton street el bahr el Ahmr, Hurghada 84511 Egypt
pick-up at 04:00 at your hotel in Aswan, and then journey across the desert by private, air-conditioned vehicle in the cooler temperature of the morning.
Make your way to Abu Simbel to see the Great Temple of Ramses II and the temple of Queen Nefertari, both discovered in 1813 when they were almost completely covered with sand. Learn how they were moved in 1960 with the help of the government of Egypt and UNESCO to avoid the rising waters of the River Nile.
See the mural depicting the famous victory by Ramses II at the Battle of Qadesh and admire the Small Temple that he built for his favorite wife, Queen Nefertari. Marvel at the rock-cut sanctuary and its amazing bas-reliefs before returning to Aswan to get dropped off at your hotel.
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This is a typical itinerary for this product
Pass By: Excursies Egypte, Sheraton street el bahr el Ahmr, Hurghada 84511 Egypt
pick-up at 04:00 at your hotel in Aswan, and then journey across the desert by private, air-conditioned vehicle in the cooler temperature of the morning.
Make your way to Abu Simbel to see the Great Temple of Ramses II and the temple of Queen Nefertari, both discovered in 1813 when they were almost completely covered with sand. Learn how they were moved in 1960 with the help of the government of Egypt and UNESCO to avoid the rising waters of the River Nile.
See the mural depicting the famous victory by Ramses II at the Battle of Qadesh and admire the Small Temple that he built for his favorite wife, Queen Nefertari. Marvel at the rock-cut sanctuary and its amazing bas-reliefs before returning to Aswan to get dropped off at your hotel.
Included
- Hotel pick-up and drop off
- English-speaking Egyptologist guide
- All service charges and taxes
Not included
- Personal expenses
- Tips (traditional tipping kitty)
Additional
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- HIGHLIGHTS
- See the magnificent temples of Abu Simbel
- Marvel at the rock-cut Small Temple of Queen Nefertari
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Features
Tourism
95%
Cultural
75%
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