Abu Simbel from Aswan in Egypt - Private Tour (guide and transfers Included)
Aswan, Egypt

Abu Simbel from Aswan in Egypt - Private Tour (guide and transfers Included)

Outty Ranking 68 5.0 · 19 traveler reviews8 hoursFrom $150
Instant mobile ticketSpots available today

Outty Ranking

68/100

Solid Choice. Our proprietary evaluation. How we score

Traveler rating

5.0/5

Based on 19 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

Quick answer

Is Abu Simbel from Aswan in Egypt - Private Tour (guide and transfers Included) worth booking?

Abu Simbel from Aswan in Egypt - Private Tour (guide and transfers Included) is a 8-hour experience in Aswan, Egypt, from $150 per person. It scores 68 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 19 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
68 / 100
Rating
5/5 (19)
Duration
8 hours
From
$150 per person

Abu Simbel Day Trip from Aswan will give you the chance to enjoy visiting the two temples of Abu Simbel, with their unique style that are considered the masterpieces of ancient Egypt.

What you get

    About this experience

    Abu Simbel Day Trip from Aswan will give you the chance to enjoy visiting the two temples of Abu Simbel, with their unique style that are considered the masterpieces of ancient Egypt.

    What's included

    Included

    • Private tour guide.
    • All transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicle
    • Bottled water on board your vehicle
    • Pick up service from your hotel in Aswan and return
    • All service charges and taxes

    Not included

    • Tipping kitty

    What you'll see and do

    1. Abu Simbel

      Enjoy your Abu Simbel Day Trip from Aswan. Our Sun Pyramids Tours Representative will pick you up from your hotel in Aswan by a PRIVATE air-conditioned vehicle.

      Pass by without stopping

    2. Abu Simbel Temple

      Abu Simbel Temple which its main attraction is the great sun temple of RamsesII and the temple of queen Nefertari. Both temples were discovered in 1813 it was almost completely covered with sand. Then both temples were moved in 1960 by the help of Egyptian government and UNESCO to avoid the rising water of the Nile. Ramses II built the temple mostly to honour himself as inside there is a mural depicting his famous victory at Kadesh battle where his army defeated his enemies. On the north of Ramses temple, the Nefertari Temple which was built by Ramses II to his favourite wife Queen Nefertari among other 200 wives and concubines. After finishing the visit you will be escorted back to your hotel in Aswan by your private air-conditioned vehicle.

      360 minutes here · Admission included

    Where it starts and ends

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.

    Options you can book

    • guide languages option 1

      Pickup included

    • Magic of Abu Simbel Sun Rays

      Pickup included

    • guide languages option 2

      Pickup included

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    ar, de, zh-TW, ru, pt, ja, el, en, it, fr, es
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Sun Pyramids Tours

    Know before you go

    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Photos

    Abu Simbel from Aswan in Egypt - Private Tour (guide and transfers Included), photo 2Abu Simbel from Aswan in Egypt - Private Tour (guide and transfers Included), photo 3Abu Simbel from Aswan in Egypt - Private Tour (guide and transfers Included), photo 4Abu Simbel from Aswan in Egypt - Private Tour (guide and transfers Included), photo 5Abu Simbel from Aswan in Egypt - Private Tour (guide and transfers Included), photo 6Abu Simbel from Aswan in Egypt - Private Tour (guide and transfers Included), photo 7

    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 19 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    8 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    7 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Photo opportunities

    4 mentions

    The views and photo stops come up again and again.

    Organization

    4 mentions

    Pickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.

    Small groups

    3 mentions

    The group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.

    Food and drink

    2 mentions

    The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

    Traveler reviews

    19 verified traveler reviews for Abu Simbel from Aswan in Egypt - Private Tour (guide and transfers Included). Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

    5 star
    19
    4 star
    0
    3 star
    0
    2 star
    0
    1 star
    0
    Sort
    J1520PRchloed · October 2026

    The Best Tour Guide We Had in Egypt!

    The Best Tour Guide We Had in Egypt! During our 10-day trip to Egypt, we joined several tours, but I can genuinely say that Mr. Hamid was the only guide I was extremely happy with! He took us to the High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk, and Philae Temple in Aswan. He is such a kind, pleasant, and knowledgeable person. He explained everything so well and made the experience both interesting and enjoyable. What really stood out to me was not just his knowledge of Egyptian history, but also his personality and the way he treated us. He made us feel comfortable throughout the tour, and we truly enjoyed our time with him. After 10 days of traveling around Egypt, meeting different guides and joining different tours, Mr. Hamid was definitely a standout. I highly recommend him to anyone visiting Aswan. Thank you, Mr. Hamid, for such a wonderful experience!

    Response from the operator: Thank you very much for your kind and thoughtful words. We are delighted to know that you enjoyed your trip to Egypt with Sun Pyramids Tours, and we look forward to welcoming you again, whether here in Egypt or at any of our global destinations. We are also proud that our guide, Hamid, met your expectations and helped make your experience truly exceptional.

    via Tripadvisor

    rohanj99 · October 2026

    Egypt private tour

    We did multiple tours with the company. All coordinated by them. Very well planned and executed. Great guides and good vehicles. Guides were very knowledgeable and informative. Drivers were efficient and quick. We had two guides and many drivers over the week we were there. Two main guides Mervat and Taib. Both were excellent.

    Response from the operator: Many thanks for your delightful words. We are thrilled that you enjoyed your trip to Egypt with Sun Pyramids and look forward to welcoming you back to Egypt. We are also proud that our guides " Mervat _ Taib ", met your expectations and contributed to an extraordinary experience

    via Tripadvisor

    F4116PBsophiam · October 2026

    Answan & Abu Simbel

    I had a wonderful experience traveling to Aswan and Abu Simbel, the 3 days we were in Aswan, the tour coordinator (Joseph) was always available for anything we needed and answered friendly to all our requests. Our drivers (Muhammad and Memboeuh) were always on time and super reliable. Our tour guide (Eslam) was very educated about Egyptian history and explained everything with details and visuals, he sometimes drew on the sand to help us visualize what we he was saying and used pictures. I really encourage others travelers to consider Sun Pyramid Tours for their next trip!

    Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your delightful words. We are thrilled that you enjoyed your trip to Egypt with Sun Pyramids Tours and look forward to welcoming you back to Egypt or globally. We are also proud that our Staff met your expectations and contributed to an extraordinary experience

    via Tripadvisor

    Gfdhj · February 2026

    Abu simbel

    Hany is an excellent guide in Abu Simbel. He provided detailed and engaging explanations of Abu Simbel’s history and showed us great photo spots. Thanks to him, my friends and I made wonderful memories. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Abu Simbel!

    Response from the operator: We truly appreciate your kind words. We are proud that our guide, Mohamed Hani, was able to assist you effectively and contribute to creating an exceptional and memorable experience for you.

    via Tripadvisor

    T7942BMalexandras · January 2026

    Very nice trip on the Nile with Youseff as our excellent guide

    We had a wonderful excursion in Aswan to Elephantine Island, including a beautiful felucca sailing trip on the Nile. Everything was perfectly organized and truly memorable. Our guide Youssef was outstanding. He speaks excellent English, was extremely kind, professional, and attentive, and shared a lot of interesting and informative background about Aswan, the Nile, and the history of Elephantine Island. His explanations were clear, engaging, and easy to understand, and he always made sure we felt comfortable and had enough time to enjoy the experience. The felucca ride itself was peaceful and authentic, offering stunning views of the Nile and Aswan. Thanks to Youssef’s warm personality and deep knowledge, this excursion became a real highlight of our trip. We can highly recommend this tour and especially Youssef as a guide. Thank you for an unforgettable experience!

    Response from the operator: Thanks a lot for taking the time to post your detailed feedback. We truly appreciate your time, and so delighted and proud that our organization assisted in creating an extraordinary experience for you and your partner. Also, we are proud that our staff met your expectations.

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    8 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Price range
    $150 to $566
    Hotel pickup
    Included for all travelers
    Booked in 30 days
    7
    Verdict
    Solid Choice

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by Sun Pyramids Tours, who run 26 experiences we rank across 6 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 49.2.

    See everything Sun Pyramids Tours runs

    Why this scores 68

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)89
    Review evidence (18% weight)56
    Booking momentum (14% weight)49
    Value for money (12% weight)37
    Listing quality (10% weight)59
    Local standing (8% weight)68
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Abu Simbel from Aswan in Egypt - Private Tour (guide and transfers Included): questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Aswan.

    How much does Abu Simbel from Aswan in Egypt - Private Tour (guide and transfers Included) cost?

    +

    Prices start at $150 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Aswan usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Abu Simbel from Aswan in Egypt - Private Tour (guide and transfers Included) take?

    +

    Plan for about 8 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Aswan is not rushed.

    Is Abu Simbel from Aswan in Egypt - Private Tour (guide and transfers Included) worth it?

    +

    It holds an Outty Ranking of 68 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 19 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Aswan, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Abu Simbel from Aswan in Egypt - Private Tour (guide and transfers Included)?

    +

    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Abu Simbel from Aswan in Egypt - Private Tour (guide and transfers Included) suitable for kids and families?

    +

    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Abu Simbel from Aswan in Egypt - Private Tour (guide and transfers Included)?

    +

    Around 7 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Aswan can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

    +

    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Aswan and add a light layer if any part of the 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Abu Simbel from Aswan in Egypt - Private Tour (guide and transfers Included) start and how do I get there?

    +

    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Aswan within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Aswan?

    +

    On Outty we rank every Aswan experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include 3 or 2 or 1 Nights Mighty Nile Felucca Adventure, 4-Day 3-Night Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor - Private Tour, 4-Day 3-Night Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor&Abu Simbel+Balloon. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Aswan?

    +

    Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Aswan?

    +

    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

    +

    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

    What is included in Abu Simbel from Aswan in Egypt - Private Tour (guide and transfers Included)?

    +

    Included: Private tour guide; All transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicle; Bottled water on board your vehicle; Pick up service from your hotel in Aswan and return; and All service charges and taxes. Not included: Tipping kitty. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Does Abu Simbel from Aswan in Egypt - Private Tour (guide and transfers Included) include hotel pickup?

    +

    Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 120 listed pickup locations in and around Aswan. Be ready about 30 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.

    What languages is Abu Simbel from Aswan in Egypt - Private Tour (guide and transfers Included) offered in?

    +

    It is offered in Arabic, German, Chinese, Russian, Portuguese, Japanese, Greek, English, Italian, French and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Abu Simbel from Aswan in Egypt - Private Tour (guide and transfers Included)?

    +

    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    What happens to Abu Simbel from Aswan in Egypt - Private Tour (guide and transfers Included) if the weather is bad?

    +

    It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Aswan. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.

    What do travelers say about Abu Simbel from Aswan in Egypt - Private Tour (guide and transfers Included)?

    +

    Across 19 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, photo opportunities. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    What booking options are available for Abu Simbel from Aswan in Egypt - Private Tour (guide and transfers Included)?

    +

    There are 3 options to choose from, including guide languages option 1, Magic of Abu Simbel Sun Rays, guide languages option 2. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.

    Ready to lock in your spot?

    Pick a date, choose your group, and see the exact price for Abu Simbel from Aswan in Egypt - Private Tour (guide and transfers Included).

    Pick your date