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A full‑day private journey from Aswan that pairs the colossal temples of Abu Simbel with the engineering scale of the Aswan High Dam and the island sanctity of Philae. Long drives but high rewards: unrivaled ancient scale and clear Nile views.
A full‑day private journey from Aswan that pairs the colossal temples of Abu Simbel with the engineering scale of the Aswan High Dam and the island sanctity of Philae. Long drives but high rewards: unrivaled ancient scale and clear Nile views.
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Operated by Eyes of Egypt · Aswan, Aswan Governorate
You begin before sunrise, the minibus rolling away from Aswan as the desert cools and the road stretches toward a horizon of low sandstone ridges. Winds tug at the reeds along Lake Nasser; the highway hums with the promise of monuments that refuse to be small.
moderate.
10–11 hours.
Suitable for travelers in average fitness: mostly walking on level or gently uneven surfaces, with long periods in a vehicle.
The drive is roughly 280 km (about 3 hours) one way under normal conditions; the round trip is typically planned as a full day.
Admission is often optional depending on the package—check your booking; premium options commonly include entrance fees to Abu Simbel and Philae.
Sites like Philae and the High Dam have accessible areas and transport is accessible, but some temple interiors and uneven surfaces may limit full access—check with the operator beforehand.
Yes. Many operators offer certified Egyptologist guides for deeper interpretation; this is recommended if you want detailed historical context.
Abu Simbel dates to Ramses II in the 13th century BCE and was relocated block‑by‑block in the 1960s to save it from inundation by Lake Nasser created by the Aswan High Dam.
The relocation of Abu Simbel and Philae’s islands are landmark conservation projects; visitors should avoid touching reliefs, remove litter, and support licensed local guides.
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