Aswan Excursions From Port Ghalib
Aswan and Abu Simbel Two-Day Tour from Port Ghalib
Description
Aswan and Abu Simbel two-day tours from Port Ghalib give you time to visit southern Egypt's major monuments without arranging several separate transfers. We collect you from your Port Ghalib hotel and travel south in a comfortable vehicle, following an organised route with an Egyptologist guide where included. There is time at each site, rather than a rushed run of photo stops.
Your Aswan sightseeing starts at the High Dam, the modern structure that changed the Nile's flow and created Lake Nasser. You then visit the Old Dam, built earlier at the beginning of the twentieth century. Seeing both dams helps explain how Aswan developed, while the higher roads around the city give you clear views across the water.
Next, take a short boat ride to the island temple known as Philae Temple. Dedicated mainly to Isis, the complex was moved to higher ground before rising water affected the original island. Reliefs, columns and courtyards are easy to explore with a guide who can explain the stories of Isis, Osiris and Horus.
The Unfinished Obelisk shows a different side of ancient stonework. You can see where workers began cutting the obelisk from the granite bedrock and abandoned it after cracks appeared. It is a practical, close-up stop; shaded areas and uneven ground make sensible footwear useful.
- Visit the High Dam and the Old Dam in Aswan
- Cross to Philae Island for Philae Temple
- See the Unfinished Obelisk and learn how granite was worked
- Sail with a felucca on the Nile when river conditions and timing allow
- Explore Abu Simbel temples, including the temple of Ramses II and the temple of Queen Nefertari
A short felucca sail brings a quieter interlude to the Aswan visit. These traditional wooden boats move with the wind and current, so the exact sailing time depends on the river and the day's schedule. From the water, you see the Nile's islands, low granite outcrops and the edge of the city at an unhurried pace. Travellers who prefer to stay on land can discuss this part with our team before departure.
The second major visit is Abu Simbel, where four large seated figures of Ramses II face the approach to the Great Temple. Inside, halls and chambers hold reliefs linked to the king's rule and religious life. Nearby, the temple of Queen Nefertari is dedicated to Hathor and has finely carved scenes of the queen with the goddess. Visiting both Abu Simbel temples makes the long southern route worthwhile, especially for travellers interested in architecture, ancient religion and Nubian history.
The journey is long, so this tour suits travellers who want to cover the key sights in two days and are comfortable with road travel, early starts and walking over stone surfaces. It is less suitable if you need a slow-paced holiday or have difficulty with steps, uneven ground or extended vehicle journeys. We keep the route practical, arrange the main transport and coordinate the overnight stay and meals according to the selected package, so you do not have to manage each connection yourself.
Some Nile routes also include Kom Ombo Temple, usually written as Kom Ombo Temple, and Edfu Temple between Luxor and Aswan. They are separate stops on the longer Nile Valley route, rather than core visits on this Port Ghalib programme. Ask our team if you want to add them or plan a wider itinerary. Bring your passport or a clear copy, comfortable walking shoes, sun protection and a light layer for the evening drive.
Included
English-speaking guide or Egyptologist guide according to the selected package
Meals stated in the booking details
Felucca ride on the Nile, subject to river conditions and timing
Pickup and drop-off from Port Ghalib hotels
One-night accommodation according to the selected package
Transportation in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle
Boat transfer to Philae Island
Entrance fees to the listed sightseeing locations
Excluded
Optional activities or services
Drinks and additional meals not stated in the booking details
Gratuities for the guide and driver
Personal expenses
Any items not listed under inclusions
Don't forget
Hat, sunglasses and high-factor sunscreen
Comfortable walking shoes with good grip
Small overnight bag
Light, breathable clothing and a modest layer for temple visits
Any personal medication and essential travel documents
Passport or a clear passport copy
Reusable water bottle
Frequently Asked Questions
This two-day tour from Port Ghalib includes hotel pickup and drop-off, road transfers, Aswan sightseeing, a visit to the High Dam, Phiala temple on the island, the Unfinished Obelisk, a felucca sail on the Nile, and a visit to the Abu Simbel temples, including the temples of Ramses II and Queen Nefertari.
Meals, accommodation and any entrance fees are confirmed in your booking details, as inclusions can vary by package.
The Aswan and Abu Simbel tour takes two days and combines long road transfers with sightseeing on foot at several ancient sites. You will discover Aswan by visiting the High Dam, seeing the Old Dam area where included, viewing the Unfinished Obelisk and sailing with a felucca before visiting Abu Simbel.
The schedule is full, so comfortable shoes and rest during the transfers are helpful. Your guide will explain the order of visits and manage the day at a practical pace.
Our team arranges pickup from your Port Ghalib or Port Ghalib-area hotel and provides the road transfers for the two-day journey to Aswan and Abu Simbel, followed by drop-off after the tour. The exact pickup time depends on your hotel location, road conditions and the confirmed itinerary.
Kom Ombo temple and Edfu temple are on the wider route between the Red Sea and southern Egypt, but they are not listed as core visits in this two-day programme unless they appear in your confirmed booking.
The tour can suit children who are comfortable with long road transfers, but travellers with limited mobility should know that the sites include uneven ground, steps, heat and walking between monuments. Boarding a felucca also requires stepping onto a boat, so accessibility should be discussed before booking.
We can advise on the practical demands of the route and help you decide whether the High Dam, Phiala temple, Abu Simbel temples and felucca sailing fit your group.
Wear light, modest clothing, comfortable walking shoes, a hat and sunglasses, and bring sunscreen, drinking water and any personal medicines. These items are useful for walking around the Unfinished Obelisk, Phiala temple and the Abu Simbel temples, where shade may be limited.
Keep your travel documents, phone and valuables with you during the transfers. A light layer can help during early departures or air-conditioned vehicle journeys.
You can request the two-day Aswan and Abu Simbel tour by sharing your travel date, hotel details, number of travellers and any mobility or dietary needs with our team. We will confirm the available arrangements, inclusions and total cost before the booking is finalised.
Cancellation and amendment terms depend on the confirmed booking and any transport or accommodation arrangements. Read those terms carefully before payment, especially because road travel and felucca sailing can be affected by operational conditions.
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Your Itinerary
Our team collects you from your hotel in Port Ghalib and begins the road transfer towards Aswan. This is a long travel day, so we arrange comfort breaks along the way and explain the order of the visits before reaching the city. Travellers may pass near the Komompo temple and Edfu temple on the route; these are important Upper Egypt landmarks, although the planned sightseeing focuses on Aswan and Abu Simbel.
After arriving in Aswan, you begin to Discover Aswan with a visit to The High Dam, where the guide explains its role in controlling the Nile and creating Lake Nasser. You then see The old Dam before continuing to Phiala temple on Agilkia Island. A short motorboat crossing reaches the island, where you walk among the temple courts dedicated to Isis. The visit continues at the Unfinished Obelisk, where tool marks show how ancient stoneworkers shaped granite. Later, you Sail with Felucca on the Nile, subject to river conditions, before checking in and resting for the night.
After breakfast, we arrange the early transfer from Aswan to the Abu Simbel temples. The journey takes several hours by road, with a rest stop arranged when needed. On arrival, your guide leads you through the site in a clear order, starting at the Great Temple of Ramses II. The huge seated figures at the entrance face Lake Nasser, while the inner halls contain carved scenes of the king and the gods.
You also visit the smaller Temple of Queen Nefertari, built for the queen and dedicated to Hathor. Inside, the reliefs show Ramses II and Nefertari together, with painted details that remain visible in parts of the sanctuary. Allow time to walk between the temples, take photographs from the permitted areas and listen to the guide's explanation before the return transfer to Aswan or the next arranged drop-off. Because the road distances are substantial, the schedule follows the agreed transport plan and includes practical breaks rather than rushing the site.