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Private Exclusive Tour to Abu Simbel Temples from Aswan (Private)

Private Exclusive Tour to Abu Simbel Temples from Aswan (Private)

Day Trip

Car Tour (driver & guide)

Joined 2025

Ali S.

5.00 / 5

(68 reviews)

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Aswan

Arabic (Native), English

7 hours

Private tour (only you and Ali S.)

Up to 15 people

Discover one of Egypt’s most impressive ancient monuments on this full-day private trip from Aswan to the magnificent Abu Simbel Temples. Carved into a mountainside by Pharaoh Ramses II, these awe-inspiring temples honor the gods and the pharaoh’s legacy. Explore the Great Temple of Ramses II and the Temple of Queen Nefertari, admire their colossal statues, and learn how UNESCO relocated them to save them from Lake Nasser’s rising waters.

Itinerary

This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!

08:00 AM

Meeting Point

Pick up at your Accommodation

- - We will pick you up wherever you stay in Aswan, Hotel, Apartment, Nile Cruise or Pick up from The airport.

Pick up Time

We’ll pick you up directly from your hotel reception at 04:00 AM, or at a time of your choice between 04:00 and 09:00 Am

Abu Simbel Temples

Visit the breathtaking Abu Simbel Temples, masterpieces of ancient Egyptian art and architecture built by Pharaoh Ramses II in the 13th century BC. These two colossal rock temples were dedicated to Ramses II and his beloved Queen Nefertari. Admire the four towering statues guarding the entrance, the beautifully preserved carvings inside, and the stunning alignment that illuminates the inner sanctuary twice a year. Relocated by UNESCO to protect them from Lake Nasser, Abu Simbel remains one of Egypt’s greatest archaeological achievements and a true symbol of ancient power and devotion.

Temple of Queen Nefertari

The Temple of Queen Nefertari, also known as the Small Temple, stands beside the grand monument of Ramses II at Abu Simbel and is dedicated to his beloved wife and the goddess Hathor. This beautifully carved temple honors the deep affection Ramses had for Nefertari, portraying her as an equal to the pharaoh himself — a rare honor in ancient Egypt. Six majestic statues grace the façade, depicting both Nefertari and Ramses II in perfect harmony. Inside, exquisite wall reliefs and colorful scenes illustrate the queen’s divine status, musical offerings to Hathor, and moments of royal worship, making this temple a true symbol of love, art, and devotion.

End of Tour with Opportunity for Pictures

At the end of the tour, enjoy some free time to take photos and capture the beauty of the temple at your own pace. Your guide will be happy to help you find the best spots for memorable pictures before we begin the return journey.

Drop off at your Accommodation

At the end of your journey, relax as we drive you back and drop you off safely at your hotel or chosen accommodation in Aswan—leaving you with wonderful memories of the day.

Ending Point

The Same place where we picked you up from

Want to personalize this tour?

This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.

Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

-Licensed Egyptologist tour guide

-Hotel pick up and drop off

-Private Transportation (SUV or van, depending on group size)

-Fuel, toll, parking fees

-Bottle of water during the tour

-Service charges & local taxes

What‘s not included

*Entrance fees of all sightseeing of the tour

* Any optional tours

* Tipping

Tour Important Information

• Comfortable walking shoes

• Sunglasses and a hat

• Sunscreen

• Camera or smartphone

• Light clothing suitable for warm weather

Important message from the supplier

● All Tours are private

● Discount for Groups & Families

● Flexible Pickups & Drop-offs

● Last-Minute Requests I cover all major historical sites (Luxor, Aswan, Cairo, Hurghada, Dendera, Abydos) and can combine them into one seamless itinerary.

Looking forward to hear from you.

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time

Joined 2025

Ali S.

5.00 / 5

(68 reviews)

Identity Verified

Interview-Based Quality Checks

About Tour Guide Ali S.

Welcome to Egypt!

Private Exclusive Tours & Transfers

My name is Ali, a Licensed Egyptian Tour Guide & Egyptologist with over 5 years of experience creating exceptional private tours across Egypt.

I specialize in ●Luxor, ●Cairo, ●Giza, ●Hurghada, ●Aswan, ●Edfu, ●Kom ●Ombo, ●Dendera, ●Abydos, and ●Abu Simbel, offering personalized itineraries, authentic experiences, and professional service tailored to your interests and schedule.

Private Tours & Experiences Across Egypt

● Private Exclusive Tours ●

• Luxor

• Cairo

• Giza

• Aswan

• Edfu & Kom Ombo

• Dendera & Abydos

• Abu Simbel

• Hurghada

● Private Exclusive Day Trips ●

• Hurghada To Luxor

• Luxor To Aswan

• Safaga To Luxor

• El Gouna To Luxor

• Marsa Alam To Luxor

• Cairo To Luxor (by flight)

● Specialized Experiences ●

• Private Photography Tours

• Private Meditation & Spiritual Tours

• Fully Customized Multi-Day Tours Throughout Egypt

● Private Transfers ●

• Airport Transfers

• Hurghada >>> Luxor And vice versa

• Safaga >>>>> Luxor And vice versa

• El Gouna >>>>Luxor And vice versa

• Marsa Alam >> Luxor And vice versa

• Aswan >>>>>>Luxor And vice versa

● Nile Cruise Experiences ●

• Private Guided Nile Cruises

• Dahabiya Guided Tour

Whether you're interested in ancient history, photography, cultural immersion, luxury travel, or a tailor-made itinerary, I will create a journey designed exclusively for you.

Get in touch anytime, and let's design your perfect Egyptian adventure with expert guidance, personalized service, and unforgettable memories.

Kind regards,

Ali

Your Private Licensed Tour Guide • Egyptologist

Reviews

Amie M.

5 / 5

Jul 3, 2026

Private Exclusive Tour to the Valley of the Queens, Medinet Habu Temple & Deir El-Medina (Private)

Jul 3, 2026

Luxor

4 hours 30 mins

“Best guide yet! ”

Ali was such a wonderful guide. Excellent communication in lead up to day, on time, excellent English, very knowledgeable, kind, engaging and could not do enough for us

Ali S.

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! It was truly a pleasure spending the day with you and showing you the beauty and history of Luxor. I'm delighted to hear you enjoyed the tour and appreciated my communication, knowledge, and guidance. Your kind words mean a lot to me. Wishing you safe travels, and I hope to welcome you back to Egypt again someday!

Hector V.

5 / 5

Jun 26, 2026

Private Exclusive Day Tour to Dendera Temple

Jun 26, 2026

Luxor

5 hours

“Beautiful temple, great guide!”

Being that this is a fairly far drive from most places you’ll visit in Luxor with Ali this felt like a breeze and we were there in no time, he does a great job at staying clear of crowds so it feels more personal and just makes the whole experience that much better.

Ali S.

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! I'm delighted you enjoyed the journey and your visit to the temple. It was a pleasure showing you around, and I'm glad we could avoid the crowds and make the experience feel more relaxed and personal. I truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you back to Egypt for another adventure in the future!

Hector V.

5 / 5

Jun 25, 2026

Private Exclusive Tour: Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple & Colossi of Memnon

Jun 25, 2026

Luxor

5 hours

“Amazing experience”

Words can’t describe the beauty of the tombs, and is breath taking but can be overwhelming as well, with Ali it all makes allot more sense, he simplifies it and makes it easy to understand with what we were looking at, always looking out for us during the tour and best of all he’s truly a magician with photos he may as well be a professional photographer!

Ali S.

You could reply with: Thank you so much for your wonderful review! I'm truly happy that you enjoyed exploring the Valley of the Kings and its incredible tombs. It was my pleasure to help bring the history and stories to life in a simple and engaging way. I'm also glad you enjoyed the photos—capturing special memories is always part of the experience! Thank you for your kind words.