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Overnight Trip To Abu Simbel from Aswan

By CRUISE ERA
Free cancellation available
Price is €288 per adult* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 2d
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages
Overview

This meticulously planned Abu Simbel excursion begins with an afternoon pickup in Aswan, followed by a scenic drive to Abu Simbel. Upon arrival, hotel check-in allows for relaxation before the evening's highlight: the renowned Sound and Light Show. This captivating spectacle illuminates the temples, narrating Ramses II and Nefertari's stories through vivid light and sound.

An early start the next day unveils Abu Simbel's grandeur under the rising sun. Guided exploration of the Ramses II and Nefertari temples reveals intricate carvings and the temples' historical significance, including their remarkable relocation. The guide illuminates the temples' dedication to various deities and the collaborative UNESCO rescue operation.

Following this immersive experience, a local restaurant offers a satisfying lunch. Free time allows for personal reflection or further exploration. The journey concludes with an afternoon transfer back to Aswan.

Activity location

  • Sound and Light Show - Abu Simbel
    • Abol-Hoal Square- Nazlet El-Semman,
    • 0097, Abu Simbel, Egypt

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Sound and Light Show - Abu Simbel
    • Abol-Hoal Square- Nazlet El-Semman,
    • 0097, Abu Simbel, Egypt

Check availability

1 night+Transfer+Guide
  • Activity duration is 2 days2d
    2d
  • English

Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 13:00
Price details
€288.49 x 1 Adult€288.49
Total
Price is €288.49
Until Tue, 1 Jul
1 night+Transfer+Guide+Tickets
  • Activity duration is 2 days2d
    2d
  • English

Pickup included

Starting time: 13:00
Price details
€338.55 x 1 Adult€338.55
Total
Price is €338.55
Until Tue, 1 Jul

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedOvernight accommodation in Abu Simbel at a 4 stars hotel
  • What's includedWhat's includedLunch
  • What's includedWhat's includedQualified licensed drivers
  • What's includedWhat's includedQualified Egyptologist tour Guide
  • What's includedWhat's includedBreakfast
  • What's includedWhat's includedPick up and drop off from your hotel or Nile Cruise in Aswan
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedEntrance fees
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedService charge

Know before you book

  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.

Activity itinerary

Day 1: Journey to Abu Simbel & Sound and Light Show
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Overnight at a 4-star hotel in Abu Simbel
Sound and Light Show - Abu Simbel
  • 4h
  • Admission ticket not included
Our journey commences in Aswan, where you'll be collected from your hotel or Nile cruise vessel in the afternoon. A comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle will transport you southward, embarking on a scenic drive to Abu Simbel. Upon arrival, you'll check into your hotel, allowing ample time to unwind and refresh after your travels. As dusk descends, prepare for an extraordinary spectacle. Accompanied by an expert guide, you'll witness the legendary Sound and Light Show at the Abu Simbel temples. Revered as Egypt's finest, this captivating performance brings the temples' history to life through vibrant illuminations and evocative narration. The narrative recounts the tales of Ramses II and his beloved Nefertari, highlighting the temples' architectural marvels and historical significance. After this mesmerising experience, a comfortable transfer back to your hotel awaits, ensuring a restful night.
Day 2: Abu Simbel Temple Tour - Back to Aswan
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch
  • Accommodation: Not included
Abu Simbel Temple Complex
  • 7h
  • Admission ticket not included
An early start is essential to fully appreciate the grandeur of Abu Simbel. Following a nourishing breakfast, you'll embark on a guided tour of the temples as the rising sun bathes them in golden light. This moment, when the temples are bathed in the morning sun, is a truly remarkable experience. The Temple of Ramses II, also known as the Sun Temple, stands as a testament to the pharaoh's power and devotion to the gods Ptah, Re-Her-Akhtey, Amun-Ra, and himself. Nearby, the Temple of Queen Nefertari, dedicated to Hathor, showcases the queen's grace and beauty. After exploring these magnificent structures, a delightful lunch awaits at a local Abu Simbel restaurant. You'll then enjoy some free time, allowing you to reflect on the morning's wonders or explore the surrounding area at your leisure. In the afternoon, you will be transferred back to your hotel or Nile cruise in Aswan, carrying with you unforgettable memories of Abu Simbel's timeless splendour.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESSound and Light Show - Abu Simbel
    • Abol-Hoal Square- Nazlet El-Semman,
    • 0097, Abu Simbel, Egypt

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLESound and Light Show - Abu Simbel
    • Abol-Hoal Square- Nazlet El-Semman,
    • 0097, Abu Simbel, Egypt

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