Full-Day Private Tour to abu Simbel Aswan From Cairo By Flight

Cairo

Cairo, Egypt

Your tour starts at 3:00 AM when our guide picks you up from your hotel in Cairo. You will be driven to Cairo Airport to catch your 5:00 am flight to Aswan.

Aswan

Aswan, Egypt

You will arrive in Aswan at 6:30 am, where our guide will meet you at the designated location holding a sign with your name. From there, you will be transferred south of Aswan in a PRIVATE air-conditioned vehicle, approximately a 3-hour drive, to embark on your Abu Simbel day tour.The Temples of Abu Simbel, renowned for their unique architectural style, are celebrated as the masterpieces of ancient Egypt.

The Temples of Abu Simbel are indeed unparalleled masterpieces of ancient Egypt, renowned for their unique style that epitomizes the glory and grandeur of the New Kingdom period. These temples, originally situated along the Nile River, faced the threat of submersion due to the construction of the Aswan High Dam, prompting a collaborative effort between the Egyptian government and UNESCO to relocate and preserve them. The larger of the two temples, known as the Great Temple of Abu Simbel or the Sun Temple of Ramses II, was primarily dedicated to Ramses II himself, alongside the four major gods Ptah, Re-Her-Akhtey, Amun-Re, and the deified pharaoh. This temple stands as a testament to Ramses II's divine authority and his role in aligning himself with the cosmic order and the gods. Adjacent to Ramses II's temple is the smaller but equally significant Temple of Hathor, often referred to as the Temple of Queen Nefertari. Hathor, revered as the wife of the Sun God Ra

Nefertari Meritmut, the Great Royal Wife of Ramesses II, holds a significant place in ancient Egyptian history as one of its most esteemed queens. Her name, Nefertari, translates to 'beautiful companion', while Meritmut signifies 'Beloved of Mut', highlighting her esteemed status. She is renowned alongside other iconic Egyptian queens like Cleopatra, Nefertiti, and Hatshepsut, despite not being known to have ruled independently. Nefertari was exceptionally well-educated for her time, possessing the rare ability to read and write hieroglyphs. This skill enabled her to engage in diplomatic correspondence with other influential figures of her era, showcasing her intelligence and influence beyond her ceremonial role. Her final resting place, tomb QV66 in the Valley of the Queens, stands as one of the most splendid and intricately decorated tombs from ancient Egypt.

Abu Simbel Temple

Abu Simbel, 1211501, Egypt

Ramesses II, also known as Ramesses the Great, was an extraordinary figure in ancient Egyptian history, reigning from approximately 1279 to 1213 BC . He is widely regarded as one of the most illustrious, celebrated, and powerful pharaohs of the New Kingdom, a period marked by Egypt's zenith in terms of military prowess, cultural achievements, and international influence. His title "Great Ancestor," bestowed by his successors and later Egyptians, underscores the lasting impact of his reign and his role as a foundational figure in Egyptian history. During your visit to Abu Simbel, you will have approximately 3 hours to explore these monumental temples that bear witness to Ramesses II's grandeur and divine authority After your visit, you will return to Aswan, where you will proceed to the airport for your flight back to Cairo. Upon arrival in Cairo , transferring you to your hotel in the city.