Day tour to Aswan and Abu Simble from Hurghada
Overview
Tours will take you on a journey back in time to the era of the Pharaohs, showing you what life was like through the temples and museums left behind by the great ancient pharaohs for us to explore.. Aswan is a special city where you will experience both the majesty of nature and the splendor of human civilization.
You won't find this kind of welcome anywhere else. Among all the day trips to Egypt, the days you spend in Aswan will be unforgettable. Now, let's examine some of Aswan's most impressive sightseeing excursions and attractions.
Trips to the islands and temples of Aswan are very popular. You will experience a different tranquil atmosphere in Aswan, ranging from Nile cruises in Egypt, beautiful walking tours, and pleasant feasts in Nubian villages. Agilkia Island, Sehel Island, and Philae Island, located in front of the Philae Temple and one of the main attractions of Aswan day trips, are among the Aswan islands where you can take a felucca ride to enjoy the fresh air. Abu Simbel Temple is the largest temple that visitors see in Aswan.
You may go from Hurghada to Aswan for the day with a private tour guide. Visit Elephantine Island, also referred to as the Pearl of the Nile, which is close to Aswan, and see the Temple of the Goddess Isis. After visiting the Aswan Dam (the Old Dam and Nasser Dam), continue on via the old granite quarry to the Unfinished Obelisk.
Arriving at the Abu Simbel Temple in Egypt is one of the best trips you can take this year. The calm, picturesque, and culturally immersive Nile River is undoubtedly the best way to explore the pharaonic temples, royal tombs, and hieroglyphic chambers of ancient Egypt.
Tours will take you on a journey back in time to the era of the Pharaohs, showing you what life was like through the temples and museums left behind by the great ancient pharaohs for us to explore.. Aswan is a special city where you will experience both the majesty of nature and the splendor of human civilization.
You won't find this kind of welcome anywhere else. Among all the day trips to Egypt, the days you spend in Aswan will be unforgettable. Now, let's examine some of Aswan's most impressive sightseeing excursions and attractions.
Trips to the islands and temples of Aswan are very popular. You will experience a different tranquil atmosphere in Aswan, ranging from Nile cruises in Egypt, beautiful walking tours, and pleasant feasts in Nubian villages. Agilkia Island, Sehel Island, and Philae Island, located in front of the Philae Temple and one of the main attractions of Aswan day trips, are among the Aswan islands where you can take a felucca ride to enjoy the fresh air. Abu Simbel Temple is the largest temple that visitors see in Aswan.
You may go from Hurghada to Aswan for the day with a private tour guide. Visit Elephantine Island, also referred to as the Pearl of the Nile, which is close to Aswan, and see the Temple of the Goddess Isis. After visiting the Aswan Dam (the Old Dam and Nasser Dam), continue on via the old granite quarry to the Unfinished Obelisk.
Arriving at the Abu Simbel Temple in Egypt is one of the best trips you can take this year. The calm, picturesque, and culturally immersive Nile River is undoubtedly the best way to explore the pharaonic temples, royal tombs, and hieroglyphic chambers of ancient Egypt.
Inclusion
- Free water in bottles.
- Every kind of transportation.
- Meals as specified in the schedule.
- The price includes all taxes and service fees.
- Our tour guide will pick you up from Cairo Top Tours.
- A qualified tour guide for all of your day trips in Egypt.
- Tickets and entrance fees to the aforementioned locations.
- All of the aforementioned Aswan sightseeing trips are included.
Exclusion
- Any extras not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Tipping is not included in the price of your Egypt trips.
- During Ramadan, tourist sites close at 3:00 pm, so the tours usually start one hour in advance.
- Prices are valid during Christmas and New Year tours in Egypt or Egypt Easter tours.
Itinerary
On the first day: we will pick you up from your hotels to start our journey from Hurghada to Aswan by train, you will be taken by our Egypt tours professional tour leader, and start to have the adventure on the lands of the pharaohs. you will meet your tour guide right after you arrive in the nubia country. to start the journey with our first spot which is :
the high Dam.
it regulates the water of the river completely, restores water, generates electricity, and protects Egypt from floods.
the second site is the unfinished obelisk.
this unfinished obelisk is unfinished due to a crack in the granite which was taking it from and obviously, they had to stop the work as this granite rock is partly connected to the main rock, you can learn more in our tour.
and for the last spot of the day: Philae temple
this temple was built in the middle of the great Nile river, it was basically built for isis one of the ancient gods, when you visit the temple will have the opportunity to know the true story of Osorise and see the sites of the story by your own eyes and how it is written on the walls of the temple.
then take your tasty lunch and have deep sleep.
In the early morning of the second day, take your breakfast and do your check out from the hotel, and prepare to complete the journey to Abu Simbel.
It was built to worship the gods Amun, Ra-Horakhty, and Ptah. it is considered one of the most beautiful temples of the era of Ramses the second.
At the end of the day, you will be taken back to Aswan, for lunch and then to your hotel in Hurghada to end this unique unrepeated trip.
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Temples Carved into Rock: The most distinctive feature of Abu Simbel is its temples, which were carved directly into the solid rock cliffs during the reign of Pharaoh Ramses II. The larger temple is dedicated to Ramses II himself, while the smaller temple is dedicated to his wife, Queen Nefertari. The impressive scale and precision of the rock-cut architecture make Abu Simbel an engineering marvel of ancient Egypt.
Tourists love Abu Simbel for its magnificent ancient temples, particularly the Great Temple of Ramses II, known for its colossal statues and remarkable history.
Yes, Cairo Top Tours offers private day tours that cater to small groups or individuals looking for a more personalized experience. Booking a private day tour allows you to customize your itinerary according to your group's preferences, interests, and schedule.
Private day tours offer the flexibility to choose the attractions you want to visit, the activities you want to participate in, the length of the tour, and the level of guidance you prefer. Whether it's exploring temples, visiting cultural sites, cruising the Nile River or experiencing the local markets, a private tour can be tailored to meet your specific interests.
Yes, there are day trip options from Aswan that allow tourists to visit Abu Simbel Temple. These trips usually include transportation by car or bus from Aswan to Abu Simbel Temple, located in the southern Aswan area, and return on the same day after the visit.
Abu Simbel Temple is one of the most important temples in Egypt and is considered an outstanding masterpiece, and is often part of the special tours offered by tourism companies and travel agencies.
In the evening, visitors to Aswan can enjoy several entertainment activities and fun experiences. Here are some ideas for evening entertainment activities in Aswan:
Night Nile cruises:
Take a boat tour on the Nile River in the evening to enjoy sunset views and the lighting effect of the sights.
Dinner on board Falafel:
Enjoy a traditional Nubian falafel dinner experience, where you can enjoy delicious cuisine and a wonderful Nubian atmosphere.
Visit popular markets:
Explore Aswan's popular markets in the evening and shop for souvenirs and handicrafts.
Visit the Nile Cafés:
Choose one of the Nile cafes that offer wonderful views of the river and enjoy drinks in the open air.
Hibiscus bath experience:
Indulge in a unique experience at the Hibiscus Baths, where you can enjoy relaxation and body care.
Aswan is a city with pretty views, old things to see, and a calm feeling. The weather is always nice, so it's a good place to visit in the winter. You can take a boat ride on the Nile River and see cool stuff.
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