Abu Simbel Temples Day Trip from Cairo

This incredible experience is specially designed for maximum convenience and minimal travel time! We handle all the logistics by including round-trip domestic flights from Cairo to Aswan. You’ll fly down, enjoy a comfortable, air-conditioned transfer to the temples, have ample time to explore, and be back in Cairo all in one seamless day.

We've made this an all-inclusive adventure for you. The price generously covers your round-trip domestic flights, all entrance fees to both magnificent Abu Simbel temples (Ramesses II and Nefertari), bottled water, a delicious late lunch meal at a local restaurant, and all applicable taxes and service charges.

Absolutely! You will be accompanied by a professional, multi-lingual Egyptologist guide for the entire tour. They are experts in the incredible history of the temples, the famous relocation project, and the fascinating stories of Pharaoh Ramesses II and his beloved Queen Nefertari, ensuring you have a truly rich and informative visit.

You will have the privilege of visiting both of the famous monuments: the Great Temple of Ramesses II, renowned for its four colossal seated statues, and the adjacent, beautifully preserved Temple of Hathor and Nefertari.

Your comfort is our priority! We provide bottled water on board the vehicle during your transportation. Additionally, a delicious late lunch meal at a local restaurant is included in the tour price to ensure you are energized for your historic exploration.

Yes, they are! We provide complimentary pick-up service directly from your hotel in Cairo and a drop-off back to your hotel when the tour is complete, ensuring your travel day is completely stress-free.

Our itinerary is carefully balanced to give you ample time right where you want it—at the temples! After arriving, your expert guide will lead you through both the Great Temple of Ramesses II and the Temple of Nefertari, ensuring you have plenty of time to soak in the incredible history, appreciate the sheer scale of the statues, and take memorable photos of this breathtaking UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Since it's a full, exciting day of travel and exploration, we highly recommend wearing comfortable walking shoes and light, breathable clothing. Given the Egyptian sun, a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen are absolute must-haves! And of course, don't forget your camera to capture the colossal beauty of Abu Simbel.

Your comfort is a top priority! The majority of the travel time is handled efficiently by round-trip domestic flights between Cairo and Aswan. Once on the ground, all transfers to and from Abu Simbel are conducted in modern, air-conditioned vehicles, ensuring a smooth, relaxing, and enjoyable ride throughout your entire day trip.

Not at all! This trip is suitable for most fitness levels. The temples themselves are relatively easy to access, and the main exploration involves walking around the two temple structures. While you will be on your feet during the guided portion, the walking is not considered strenuous, allowing you to focus completely on the incredible sights.

While tipping is not included in the tour price, it is a common cultural practice throughout Egypt and is deeply appreciated by the service staff. If you feel your Egyptologist guide and driver have provided you with excellent service, a gratuity is a wonderful way to show your thanks. We recommend tipping at your own discretion based on the quality of the service you received.

Yes, absolutely! You can take as many photos as you like of the magnificent exteriors of the Abu Simbel temples, including the colossal statues and the beautiful setting overlooking Lake Nasser. For the interiors of the temples (the Great Temple of Ramesses II and the Temple of Nefertari), rules often require a special ticket or may restrict photography entirely to protect the delicate ancient artwork. Your guide will provide you with the most current and specific rules on the day of your visit.

To ensure we catch the early domestic flight and have the maximum amount of time to explore Abu Simbel, this is an early start! Your exact pick-up time from your Cairo hotel will be confirmed the day before your trip, but you should expect an early morning pick-up, typically around 4:00 AM to 5:00 AM, to allow time for airport transfers, check-in, and the flight to Aswan.

Your safety is our top priority. All transportation—from the hotel pick-up to the domestic flights and the air-conditioned road transfers—is handled by professional, certified operators. We ensure all logistical arrangements are seamlessly coordinated to provide a reliable, secure, and stress-free experience throughout the entire day.

Yes, absolutely! This is a fantastic trip for families and a memorable history lesson for older children. While it is a long day due to the flights, the comfort of the included transportation and the awe-inspiring nature of the colossal temples make it a worthwhile and thrilling adventure for all ages.

Yes, absolutely. We recognize this is a long travel day, and your comfort is important! You will have access to clean, modern restroom facilities at the airports, and there are facilities available near the visitor center at the Abu Simbel temples site for your convenience.

Abu Simbel is situated in a desert climate, so you should be prepared for sunshine and heat, especially during the middle of the day, regardless of the season. We recommend dressing in light, layerable clothing and utilizing the bottled water we provide. Your early morning start is designed to help you see the temples before the peak heat of the afternoon.

We are proud to work with highly knowledgeable Egyptologist guides who are proficient in all major languages. If you require a specific language (such as Spanish, French, German, etc.) other than English, we strongly recommend you confirm your language preference when you book your tour to ensure we can pair you with the perfect multilingual expert for your visit!

We want your entire day to be enjoyable, and that includes your meal! The late lunch is a delicious, included meal served at a quality local restaurant. It's designed to be a relaxing stop where you can refuel with authentic cuisine before catching your flight back to Cairo.

Yes, you will definitely have an opportunity! Near the entrance and exit of the temple complex, there are small, organized shops where you can browse and purchase authentic souvenirs, giving you a chance to take a wonderful memento of this historic visit home with you.

Since the domestic flights are the central part of this tour, we move quickly to secure them. You will receive your official tour confirmation and all necessary domestic flight details shortly after your booking is finalized, allowing you to have full peace of mind about your travel logistics well ahead of your trip.

Access around the Abu Simbel visitor area is generally flat, and the site has made improvements for visitors. While the ancient temples themselves have natural rock floors and some small steps, the main pathways are relatively easy to navigate. If you have specific mobility needs, please inform us when booking, and we can coordinate the best possible assistance to ensure you have a wonderful visit.

As a major UNESCO World Heritage Site, Abu Simbel attracts many visitors. However, the flight-based itinerary is specifically designed to get you there in the morning, which often allows you to enjoy the most beautiful views and cooler temperatures before the largest crowds arrive, ensuring a smoother and more pleasant viewing experience.

Absolutely not! That's one of the best parts of booking an all-inclusive tour. The cost of the official entrance tickets to both the Great Temple and the Temple of Nefertari is already covered in your tour price, and your Egyptologist guide will handle all ticket logistics for you on-site. Your job is simply to enjoy the history!