One Package Abu Simbel Temples with Philae Temple and High Dam From Aswan
Take a full day tour from Aswan to Abu Simbel Temples and Aswan landmarks; Philae temple and High Dam in one package guided by a qualified Egyptologist tour guide. Start with very early morning pickup time from 4 to 4:30 am, to the fascinating temples of Abu Simbel with their unique style that are considered the masterpieces of ancient Egypt through Aswan Excursions. Return back to Aswan by 1:30 pm to have your lunch and then, to Aswan highlights; Philae temple and High Dam. Take it easy with door-to-door transfer by an air-conditioned minivan or minibus.
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One Package Abu Simbel Temples with Philae Temple and High Dam From Aswan
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What's included in One Package Abu Simbel Temples with Philae Temple and High Dam From Aswan
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Aswan
our guide will pick you up from your Hotel/Nile Cruise in Aswan from 4 to 4:30 am by air-conditioned vehicle to hit the road to Abu Simbel to start your tour to the fascinate colorful temples of Abu Simbel. Drive for about 280 kilometers, approx. 3 hours through the Egyptian desert and watch the sunrise over the mountains.
Abu Simbel Temple Complex
Upon arrival, your Egyptology guide will explain the history of the site. Hear details of the UNESCO-led relocation of the entire cliff face to higher ground, and how the temples were only discovered by accident in 1813. Due to the large number of visitors, guides are not permitted inside the Great Temple of Ramses II or the smaller Temple of Hathor. However, by using photos and illustrations your guide will explain the structures and their interior artworks before giving you some free time to enter the temples and explore at leisure.The experience is further enhanced by the scenic location on the edge of Lake Nasser in the orange sands of the desert. After visiting the temples, benefit from some time for a short visit to the small visitor's center to see documents relating to the UNESCO relocation project (time permitting) before the drive back to Aswan.
Aswan
drive back to Aswan for 3 hours Have lunch at a local restaurant (optional). From there, head out to explore the main landmarks of the city, including the High Dam and Philae Temple.
Inclusions
- bottle of water during the tour.
- Professional English speaking Egyptologist tour guide.
- Pickup service from your Hotel/ Nile cruise and return by an A.C vehicle
- Entrance fees to the above-mentioned sightseeing.
- Tipping to the guide and driver.
- lunch is optional in this tour.
- Motorboat to Philae temple.
- It is available to pick Travelers from Aswan west bank hotels with extra 15$ USD per person.
- It is available to transfer Travelers to Aswan west bank hotels with extra 15$ USD per person.
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- You will need to pay the entrance fees to the sightseeing by card
- Other languages are available with extra charge upon your request
- Don't forget to ask your hotel to prepare you breakfast boxes to take with you on the tour at 4 am
- Upon booking, it is very important to provide us with your passport copy for the government permission.
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All hotels or Nile Cruises in Aswan east bank
