
Abu Simbel & Kalabsha: Egypt’s Relocated Temple Treasures
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Abu Simbel & Kalabsha: Egypt’s Relocated Temple Treasures is a 10-hour experience in Aswan, Egypt, from $170 per person. It scores 49 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 49 / 100
- Rating
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- Duration
- 10 hours
- From
- $170 per person
Experience the remarkable story of ancient Egypt’s rescued monuments on this exclusive private tour. Witness the colossal Abu Simbel temples of Ramses II and the elegant Kalabsha Temple—both masterfully relocated stone by stone to escape Lake Nasser’s rising waters. Unlike standard group tours, this private experience moves at your pace. Linger at intricate carvings, capture perfect photos, or focus on aspects that fascinate you most—the day unfolds according to your interests. Choose your ideal experience: • Basic Transit: Comfortable private transportation to both magnificent temples • Local Insight: Transportation plus knowledgeable guide revealing the temples’ secrets, hieroglyphic meanings, and the engineering marvel of their relocation • Premium Package: Complete experience with transportation, expert guide, and all entrance fees included Discover two of Egypt’s greatest archaeological rescue missions in one extraordinary day—exclusively yours!
What you get
About this experience
Experience the remarkable story of ancient Egypt’s rescued monuments on this exclusive private tour. Witness the colossal Abu Simbel temples of Ramses II and the elegant Kalabsha Temple—both masterfully relocated stone by stone to escape Lake Nasser’s rising waters. Unlike standard group tours, this private experience moves at your pace. Linger at intricate carvings, capture perfect photos, or focus on aspects that fascinate you most—the day unfolds according to your interests. Choose your ideal experience: • Basic Transit: Comfortable private transportation to both magnificent temples • Local Insight: Transportation plus knowledgeable guide revealing the temples’ secrets, hieroglyphic meanings, and the engineering marvel of their relocation • Premium Package: Complete experience with transportation, expert guide, and all entrance fees included Discover two of Egypt’s greatest archaeological rescue missions in one extraordinary day—exclusively yours!
What's included
Included
- Optional entrance ticket Abu Simbel & Kalabsha available (Premium Package)
- Optional expert guides available (Local Insight and Premium Package)
- Private Tour visit Abu Simbel & Kalabsha
- Local Expertise , experienced captains , Aswan's history and culture, friendly in dealing
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in aswan
- All Fees and Taxes
- Snacks & water
Not included
- Gratuities (optional but appreciated)
What you'll see and do
Aswan
The time taken to get to Abu Simbel from Aswan By road, it typically takes around 3 hours to drive the approximately 280 kilometers (175 miles) distance This includes stops along the way for rest.
180 minutes here
Abu Simbel Temple
Abu Simbel Temples: The main highlight of the tour, the Abu Simbel Temples are two massive rock temples built by Pharaoh Ramses II in the 13th century BC. These temples are dedicated to Ramses II himself and his wife, Queen Nefertari. Travelers will be able to explore the temples, admire the colossal statues, and marvel at the intricate carvings and hieroglyphics. Ramses II Temple: This temple is dedicated to Pharaoh Ramses II and features four colossal statues of the pharaoh sitting on his throne. The temple's interior is adorned with beautiful wall reliefs depicting scenes from Ramses II's military campaigns and religious rituals.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Abu Simbel
The time taken to get to aswan from Abu Simbel By road, it typically takes around 3 hours to drive the approximately 280 kilometers (175 miles) distance. This includes stops along the way for rest.
180 minutes here
New Kalabsha
Kalabsha Temple: 2-Hour Visitor Attractions During your 2-hour visit to Kalabsha Temple, you’ll discover: Main Temple Complex Grand Pylon - Impressive 10m high entrance with battle scenes and offering reliefs First Courtyard - Open-air court with colonnade and notable Nubian graffiti Hypostyle Hall - 12 massive columns with intricate floral capitals Inner Sanctuary - Sacred chamber with altar and offering table Sanctuary Side Rooms - Priest chambers with astronomical ceiling decorations Notable Features Pharaoh Smiting Enemies Relief - Famous scene of Roman Emperor Augustus as Pharaoh Birth House (Mammisi) - Small separate temple structure Nilometer - Ancient water level measuring device Coptic Crosses - Christian modifications carved into ancient reliefs Greek and Meroitic Inscriptions - Evidence of the temple’s multicultural history
120 minutes here · Admission included
Aswan
The return journey begins. Hotel Drop-off: Arrive back at your hotel, marking the end of the trip This experience offers a perfect blend of ancient history, scenic beauty, and modern comfort, allowing travelers to immerse themselves in the wonders of Upper Egypt before returning to their accommodation.
30 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
Basic Transit
Comfort Transfer: No-frills transportation service that gets you where you need to go safely and on schedule. Perfect for independent travelers Pickup included
Local Insight
transfer & Cultural Guide: Transportation with a knowledgeable Yahi guide who reveals hidden gems and cultural context you’d miss on your own. Pickup included
Premium Package
Complete Package: The ultimate convenience: door-to-door transportation, professional tour guidance, and all entrance fees covered in one simpl Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- hi, de, ps, pt, fil, hr, hu, hak, uk, ur, ml, mr, ms, el, en, it, my, es, ar, vi, ja, fa, ro, nl, no, hsn, fi, ru, cmn, yue, jv, bn, fr, zh-TW, wuu, sk, sr, sv, ko, ku, ta, mnp, gu, cs, te, pa, th, zh-CN, pl, he, da, tr
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 8 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Eyes of Egypt
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Good to know
- Duration
- 10 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $170 to $600
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by Eyes of Egypt, who run 38 experiences we rank across 7 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 54.1.
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Abu Simbel & Kalabsha: Egypt’s Relocated Temple Treasures: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Aswan.
How much does Abu Simbel & Kalabsha: Egypt’s Relocated Temple Treasures cost?
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Prices start at $170 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 & Kalabsha: Egypt’s Relocated Temple Treasures take?
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Plan for about 10 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 & Kalabsha: Egypt’s Relocated Temple Treasures worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 49 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 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 & Kalabsha: Egypt’s Relocated Temple Treasures?
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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 & Kalabsha: Egypt’s Relocated Temple Treasures suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 10-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Abu Simbel & Kalabsha: Egypt’s Relocated Temple Treasures?
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Around 0 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?
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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 10-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Abu Simbel & Kalabsha: Egypt’s Relocated Temple Treasures start and how do I get there?
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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?
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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?
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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?
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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?
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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 & Kalabsha: Egypt’s Relocated Temple Treasures?
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Included: Optional entrance ticket Abu Simbel & Kalabsha available (Premium Package); Optional expert guides available (Local Insight and Premium Package); Private Tour visit Abu Simbel & Kalabsha; Local Expertise , experienced captains , Aswan's history and culture, friendly in dealing; and Hotel pickup and drop-off in aswan. Not included: Gratuities (optional but appreciated). Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Abu Simbel & Kalabsha: Egypt’s Relocated Temple Treasures include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 82 listed pickup locations in and around Aswan. Be ready about 15 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is Abu Simbel & Kalabsha: Egypt’s Relocated Temple Treasures offered in?
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It is offered in Hindi, German, Pashto, Portuguese, Filipino, Croatian, Hungarian, hak, Ukrainian, Urdu, Malayalam, Marathi, Malay, Greek, English, Italian, Burmese, Spanish, Arabic, Vietnamese, Japanese, Persian, Romanian, Dutch, Norwegian, hsn, Finnish, Russian, Chinese, Cantonese, Javanese, Bangla, French, wuu, Slovak, Serbian, Swedish, Korean, Kurdish, Tamil, mnp, Gujarati, Czech, Telugu, Punjabi, Thai, Polish, Hebrew, Danish and Turkish. 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 & Kalabsha: Egypt’s Relocated Temple Treasures?
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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.
Is Abu Simbel & Kalabsha: Egypt’s Relocated Temple Treasures wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; Specialized infant seats are available; and Transportation options are wheelchair accessible. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Abu Simbel & Kalabsha: Egypt’s Relocated Temple Treasures if the weather is bad?
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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 booking options are available for Abu Simbel & Kalabsha: Egypt’s Relocated Temple Treasures?
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There are 3 options to choose from, including Basic Transit, Local Insight, Premium Package. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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