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Private 2 Day trip to Aswan and Abu Simbel from Makadi by car. Visit Aswan Highlights, The High Dam, The Temple of Goddess Isis on Phiala island, the Unfinished Obelisk and sail on the Nile with Felucca, and Visit Abu Simbel

Included

Hotel pick-up and drop off in Aswan

Egyptologist guide

Bottled water on board vehicle during the tour

Entrance fees to the mentioned sights in Aswan & Abu Simbel

Transportation by private air-conditioned vehicle

Lunch at a quality restaurant with tasty food in Aswan

One Night accommodation at Basma hotel in Aswan

Excluded

Any extras

Dinner in hotel

Remember to bring

Passports

Hat

Sunglasses

Sun cream

Your Itinerary

  • 1) Day 1-Makadi- Aswan

    Early in the Morning at 05:00 am You will be picked up from Makadi hotel or Port Ghalib Hotels to Aswan by Private vehicle, It takes 4 hours driving. You will visit the High dam, Phiala temple, the Unfinished Obelisk and Enjoy sailing on the Nile with Egyptians Felucca Phiala temple Built to honor the goddess Isis, this was the last temple built in the classical Egyptian style. Construction began around 690 BC, and it was one of the last outposts where the goddess was worshipped. The High Dam Aswan High Dam is a rock-fill dam located at the northern border between Egypt and Sudan. The dam is fed by the River Nile and the reservoir forms Lake Nasser. Construction for the project began in 1960 and was completed in 1968. It was officially inaugurated in 1971. The Unfinished Obelisk Aswan was the source of ancient Egypt’s the finest granite used to make statues and embellish temples, pyramids, and obelisks. The large unfinished obelisk in the Northern Quarries has provided valuable insight into how these monuments were created, although the full construction process is still not entirely clear. Three sides of the shaft, nearly 42m long, were completed except for the inscriptions. At 1168 tonnes, the completed obelisk would have been the single heaviest piece of stone the Egyptians ever fashioned.

  • 2) Day 2-Aswan-Abu Simbel- Makadi

    An early pick-up from your hotel in Aswan at 04: 00, travel by air-conditioned vehicle from Aswan to Abu Simbel , It takes 3 hours driving to the temples of Abu Simbel before the heat of the day. The two temples were Carved out of the mountainside during the reign of Pharaoh Ramesses II in the 13th century BC, Upon arrival, an Egyptologist guide will tell you all about one of the greatest and most whimsical pharaohs in Egyptian history. Marvel at the main façade of the Great Temple to Ramesses II and its 4 statues of the pharaoh seated on his throne following his advancing age.
    In theory, the main temple is dedicated to Amon-Re Horakhty and Ptah, but in practice, it was constructed for the greater glory of its builder, Ramses the Great. Continue to the smaller temple of Ramesses' consort, Queen Nefertari, situated right next to the Great Temple. Admire the impressive rock-cut façade depicting the pharaoh and his queen. Re-board the coach at 09:00 for the return transfer to Aswan before, Lunch will be served in Aswan before your drive back to Makadi

Frequently Asked Questions

The trip includes transport from Makadi Bay to Aswan, a visit to Abu Simbel, Philae Temple, the Aswan High Dam, an unfinished obelisk, and a traditional felucca boat ride on the Nile. Overnight accommodation in Aswan is included.

Abu Simbel is approximately 280 km south of Aswan, near the border with Sudan. The drive takes about 3.5 hours each way, with departures very early in the morning (around 04:00) to arrive at the temples by 08:00.

The Abu Simbel temples were built by Ramses II around 1264 BCE and are among the most impressive monuments in the ancient world. In the 1960s, they were relocated in an engineering marvel to save them from the rising waters of Lake Nasser after the construction of the High Dam.

Yes, a traditional felucca sailboat ride on the Nile is included. You will sail around Elephantine Island and the Botanical Garden Island, taking in the beautiful Nile views and the Nubian villages along the banks.

Reviews

  • Hans Müller

    April 14, 2026, 7:37 p.m.

    Diese Tour war einfach fantastisch! Der Besuch des Tempels der Göttin Isis auf der Insel Philae und die Fahrt auf dem Nil waren faszinierend. Die gesamte Organisation war hervorragend. Sehr empfehlenswert!

  • Anna Schreiber

    March 31, 2026, 10:45 p.m.

    Ein wunderbares Erlebnis, das man nicht verpassen sollte. Der Besuch des Tempels von Abu Simbel war sehr beeindruckend und der Nil mit der Feluke zu erleben, war einfach perfekt. Sehr zu empfehlen!

  • Claire Dubois

    March 16, 2026, 10:51 a.m.

    Une expérience inoubliable! La visite du Haut Barrage et la navigation en felouque sur le Nil étaient des moments magiques. Je recommande vivement cette excursion à tous ceux qui veulent découvrir l'Égypte authentique.

  • Marco Bianchi

    Jan. 4, 2026, 3:23 p.m.

    Questo tour è stato incredibile! L'organizzazione era perfetta e ogni tappa era affascinante. Abu Simbel è qualcosa di unico e indimenticabile. Consiglio vivamente questo tour a chiunque.

  • Sophie Martin

    Dec. 6, 2025, 7:01 p.m.

    J'ai adoré chaque moment de cette excursion de deux jours. Le retour dans le temps au temple de Philae et la vue sur le Haut Barrage ont été fascinants. Un véritable délice pour les amateurs d'histoire!

  • Giovanni Rossi

    Dec. 3, 2025, 7:43 p.m.

    Il viaggio ad Aswan e Abu Simbel è stato emozionante. L'Obelisco Incompiuto è un sito affascinante e il tempio di Abu Simbel è mozzafiato. Una piccola avventura davvero indimenticabile!

  • James Thompson

    Nov. 22, 2025, 6:48 p.m.

    Amazing tour from start to finish! The guide was knowledgeable, and the sites in Aswan and Abu Simbel were breathtaking. The highlight for me was the Felucca ride on the Nile. An absolute must-do!

  • Nina Petrova

    Oct. 25, 2025, 5:35 p.m.

    Путешествие в Асуан и Абу-Симбел было потрясающим. Плавание по Нилу на фелюке были невероятно расслабляющими. Организация тура была на высшем уровне. Рекомендую всем!

  • Emily Jenkins

    Oct. 20, 2025, 3:48 p.m.

    This two-day trip to Aswan and Abu Simbel was incredible! Everything was perfectly organized. The Temple of Goddess Isis was a highlight, and sailing on the Nile in a Felucca was such a peaceful experience. Highly recommend this tour to everyone visiting Egypt!

  • Olga Ivanova

    May 4, 2024, 8:26 a.m.

    Это была потрясающая поездка! Наш гид был очень профессиональным, и каждый объект был впечатляющим, особенно Абу-Симбел. Путешествие по Нилу на фелюке добавило очарования нашей поездке. Очень рекомендую!

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