Trip to Abu Simbel & Aswan from Luxor

Overview

Depart Luxor to explore the majestic monuments of Abu Simbel, hailed as some of the most impressive creations of ancient Egypt.

What’s included

• Overnight stay
• Professional Egyptologist guide
• Hotel pick-up and drop-off
• Air-conditioned vehicle
• Train ticket for Luxor - Aswan - Luxor trip
• Lodging included: 1 night
• 1x Meal
• Entry/Admission to Abu Simbel Temple Complex

What’s Exclude

• Drinks
• Gratuities
• Any extras not mentioned in the program

What To Expect

Itinerary

Day 1: Aswan

Stop At: Aswan, Aswan, Aswan Governorate, Nile River Valley
At 06:00 pm we will come to pick you up from your hotel in Luxor and take you to the Luxor train station. The trip to Aswan will take 3 hours.
Arrival at Aswan Station. Our expert tour guide will be there waiting for you on the platform with a sign bearing your name and take you to your hotel in Aswan.
You'll stay overnight in Aswan.
Duration: 2 hours

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight stay in Aswan.

Day 2: Abu Simbel

Stop At: Abu Simbel Temple Complex, Abu Simbel, Abu Simbel Egypt
At 4.00 am we will come get you from your hotel in Aswan and transfer you to Abu Simbel (built by Ramses II).< br >< br >Your Egyptologist will explain why not only the two temples at Abu Simbel are among the most remarkable monuments globally, but also why their relocation and reconstruction was an historic event itself. Hear about how it transpired when the temples were menaced by submergence in Lake Nasser due to the construction of the High Dam which was located 280 kilometers away from Aswan. The Egyptian Government secured support from UNESCO and launched an international appeal.< br >< br >The two temples were taken apart and elevated 197 feet high on the sandstone cliff where they had been constructed over 3,000 years ago. < br >< br >Finally, we'll drop you off at the train station for your journey back to Luxor.< br >< br >After arriving at Luxor train station our local representative will meet & assist you then transfer you back to your hotel in Luxor.< br >Duration: 2 hours< br >< br >Meals included :

Additional Information

• Not wheelchair accessible
• Most travelers can participate
• This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking

Voucher Requirements

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Departure Time

06:00 PM

Departure Point

Traveler pickup is offered
We pick up from all hotels in Luxor

Hotel Pickup

Yes

Return Details

Kornish Al Nile, Sheyakhah Thalethah, Qism Aswan, Aswan Governorate, Egypt