🏨 Luxor to Abu Simbel - Full Day Private Tour Nubian Monuments of Abu Simbel Activity

Luxor to Abu Simbel - Full Day Private Tour Nubian Monuments of Abu Simbel

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Pricing Info: Per Person

Duration: 16 hours

Departs: egypt, egypt

TicketType: Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Free cancellation

Up to 24 hours in advance.

Overview

You will be picked up from your hotel (05.00AM) to drive south past local villages towards Aswan, after which we continue through the desert to Abu Simbel. 3,000 years ago Ramses II build these monumental temples for himself and his beloved wife Nefertari. The walls are adorned with scenes of his victory at the Battle of Kadesh. The facade of the Great Temple is 35m high and 30m long. On February 22 and October 22 sunlight penetrates the inner sanctuary to illuminate 3 statues at the back wall. Only the 4th statue of Ptah, God of the Underworld, remains in darkness. The Smaller Temple is dedicated to Nefertari, depicted as the Goddesses Isis and Hathor.
From 1964-68, UNESCO set forth an initiative to move both temples to a plateau on the cliffs to protect them from flooding. The temples were dismantled, moved 60m up the cliff that they originally stood on and were reassembled. After gazing at these Nubian Monuments, you will have lunch and be brought back to your Luxor hotel (22.00).

What's Included

Air-conditioned vehicle

All Fees and Taxes

Lunch will be taken in a good local restaurant (food only).

Private transportation

What's Not Included

Tips and personal spending

Traveler Information

CHILD: Age: 0 - 11
ADULT: Age: 12 - 90

Additional Info

COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
Gear/equipment sanitised between use
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised

COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
Gear/equipment sanitised between use
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised

Cancellation Policy

What To Expect

Abu Simbel Temple Complex

An absolute must see in Egypt is the magnificent temple complex of Abu Simbel, commissioned 3,000 years ago by Ramses II for himself and his beloved wife Nefertari. The impressive structures commemorate his victory at the Battle of Kardesh and they were meant to impress his enemies in the south. The facade of the Great Temple is 35m high and 30m long. The Great Temple was constructed on the position of the sun. On February 22 and October 22 sunlight penetrates 55m into the inner sanctuary to illuminate 3 of the statues at the back wall. Only the 4th statue of Ptah, the god of the Underworld, remains in darkness all year round. The Smaller Temple is completely dedicated to Nefertari and her being crowned as the Goddesses Isis and Hathor.
From 1964-1968, UNESCO started an initiative to move both the Great Temple and the Small Temple to a plateau on the cliffs to safe them from flooding. The temples were dismantled, moved 60 meters up the sandstone cliff that they originally stood on and were then reassembled. Near the re-erected temples now stands a man made dome, which houses an exhibit of photographs, detailing the entire relocation.

2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Reviews

An unforgettable picture my eyes won’t forget

Jaykel_B, 19-09-2022

The best money I spent. The guide Kamal and the driver Abdalla were very polite and provided great hospitality. We felt secure from pick up to drop off, in fact they went out of their way to take me and my husband to buy a charger. The driver was on top of making us feel good providing water, refreshment mango juice and fruits( the best dates I ever tried in my life). The only thing that made me feel bad for them was how they have to hustle and how they get extortion by the police. These guys work very hard, but I guess is the system. Our guide explained everything well and allowed us plenty of free time. To be honest we were hesitant wether to book this trip or not since is new in Viator, but I can assure you’ll have the time of your life. Car is comfortable too, we are tall , 6 feet and 6.02 and we fitted perfectly. Also , shout out to the sweetest Dutch operator you can find, Amina, very resourceful and helpful. Also, don’t get scared if when driving to Abu Simbel you encounter many police check points, is normal and the driver/ guide will explain what to do.

One day Abu Simbel

randas405, 15-02-2022

One of the best outings ever. Our guide Hossam explained everything about the construction and the relocation of the temples. Lake Nasser had an amazing view but the best part was watching the sunrise in the desert.

Nice

waleeda836, 06-05-2021

I’d recommend this agency, I was surprised to find that its new company but they are very well Organized , always on time the tour guide was ready for my children’s questions which were difficult and different I will try to come to luxor again and it will be arranged with blue heaven
Cars and drivers was clean and always ready
Tour guide was knowledgeable

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