
Abu Simbel Temple Flight & Tour from Aswan Guided day trip
Traveler rating
3.7/5
Based on 6 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Abu Simbel Temple Flight & Tour from Aswan Guided day trip worth booking?
Abu Simbel Temple Flight & Tour from Aswan Guided day trip is a 4-hour experience in Aswan, Egypt, from $150 per person. It scores 45 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 3.7/5 rating across 6 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 45 / 100
- Rating
- 3.7/5 (6)
- Duration
- 4 hours
- From
- $150 per person
Fast track your journey and take the quick route to see the magnificent temples of Abu Simbel on an air tour from Aswan. With a qualified Egyptologist as your guide (fully guided or part guided depending on option selected), this private tour provides the most personalized visit to Abu Simbel, in the shortest time possible.
What you get
About this experience
Fast track your journey and take the quick route to see the magnificent temples of Abu Simbel on an air tour from Aswan. With a qualified Egyptologist as your guide (fully guided or part guided depending on option selected), this private tour provides the most personalized visit to Abu Simbel, in the shortest time possible.
What's included
Included
- Bottled water
- pick up from hotel/cruise and drop off.
- Flight from Aswan to Abu Simbel & return back
- Modern Air-conditioned transportation
- Qualified English-speaking Egyptologist guide
Not included
- other Languages Egyptologist guide are available up to request
- Tipping, beverages, extra activities, and Personal spending
- Sightseeing entrance / admission fees
What you'll see and do
Abu Simbel Temple
On the short walk to the temple entrances, your guide will explain the site's history, including details of the UNESCO-led relocation of the entire cliff face to higher ground. Due to the large number of visitors to Abu Simbel, guides are not permitted inside either the Great Temple of Ramses II or the smaller Temple of Hathor. However, by using photos and illustrations, your guide will explain to you the structures & their interior artworks. You will then have free time to enter the temples and explore them. As one of the few ancient Egyptian sites which largely escaped damage by past invaders, the interiors of Abu Simbel's temples are astounding. The scale of the buildings & their detailed decoration leaves most visitors in awe. The temples' attraction is further enhanced by their scenic location on Lake Nasser's edge in the desert's orange sands. There may be time for a short visit to the small visitor's center which documents the UNESCO relocation project.
240 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 10 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, en, it, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Sunrise Tours
Know before you go
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- We do pick up all travelers outside Aswan city at an extra cost.
- other languages tour-guides are available up to request at an extra cost
- Travelers may cancel up to 5 days before the experience start time to receive a full refund, and cancel in 5-2 days to receive a 50% refund. No refunds will be given after that time period. because of the flight ticket price .
- the agent may cancel the tour or offer another way to do it in case there is no flight ticket is available.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 6 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
5 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Organization
3 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Traveler reviews
6 verified traveler reviews for Abu Simbel Temple Flight & Tour from Aswan Guided day trip. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Great to see the temple...
Great to see the temple but its an unrealistic schedule for a day trip. Otherwise a good experience.
Response from the operator: Dear Valued Client, Greetings from Sunrise tours Egypt. We thank you so much for sharing your experience with us & the community, so grateful and much appreciated. It was our pleasure to have you among our lovely clients, we look forward to welcoming you again and again with our best wishes to enjoy each moment in your life. sunrise tours team
via Viator
Abu Simbel visit
Good organisation but let down by guide who gave the absolute minimum info and spent 10 minutes on the site with group. Delegated a non English person to get us to site. Nice man but barely engaged. Recommend the flight
via Viator
Chaos and no communication during the day of the trip.
From start to finish this trip was CHAOTIC! You don’t actually meet the person that you are booking the trip with. Our first driver was on time and great but just dropped us off at the airport to figure out our travel. When we arrived to Abu Simbal no one was there. We had to call several times to get any answer the guy came later. They drove us to Abu Simbal and our tour guide was late and only spent a total of 10 min with us. We also had to pay for our ticket to get in. Then we were rushed back to the airport and they wanted us to tip them all individually after paying this high of a price! We then could not find our driver back in Aswan and took us 15 min to figure it out. The Sunset tour handled terribly and my husband and I were scared with very little information. If you want a much better option message me and I can send a much better tour guide in Aswan. DO NOT BOOK THIS TOUR IF YOU WANT HELP.
via Viator
Great excursion to Abu Simbel
Seeing Abu Simbel was fantastic BUT I want to say how wonderful the whole travel experience was. We were picked up at the shop on time with a very friendly driver. The whole excursion went smoothly and stress free.
Response from the operator: Dear Valued Client, Greetings from Sunrise tours Egypt. We thank you so much for sharing your experience with us & the community, so grateful and much appreciated. It was our pleasure to have you among our lovely clients, we look forward to welcoming you again and again with our best wishes to enjoy each moment in your life. sunrise tours team
via Viator
Abu Simbel is simply AMAZING!
No trip to Egypt is complete until you visit the temples of Abu Simbel. Sunrise Tours and our guide helped make our trip to Abu Simbel and Egypt such a memorable experience. Thank you Thank you!
Response from the operator: Dear Valued Client, Greetings from Sunrise tours Egypt. We thank you so much for sharing your experience with us & the community, so grateful and much appreciated. It was our pleasure to have you among our lovely clients, we look forward to welcoming you again and again with our best wishes to enjoy each moment in your life. sunrise tours team
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Price range
- $150 to $650
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 2
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 45
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Abu Simbel Temple Flight & Tour from Aswan Guided day trip: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Aswan.
How much does Abu Simbel Temple Flight & Tour from Aswan Guided day trip cost?
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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 Temple Flight & Tour from Aswan Guided day trip take?
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Plan for about 4 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 Temple Flight & Tour from Aswan Guided day trip worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 45 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3.7/5 across 6 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 Temple Flight & Tour from Aswan Guided day trip?
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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 Temple Flight & Tour from Aswan Guided day trip suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Abu Simbel Temple Flight & Tour from Aswan Guided day trip?
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Around 2 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 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Abu Simbel Temple Flight & Tour from Aswan Guided day trip 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 Temple Flight & Tour from Aswan Guided day trip?
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Included: Bottled water; pick up from hotel/cruise and drop off; Flight from Aswan to Abu Simbel & return back; Modern Air-conditioned transportation; and Qualified English-speaking Egyptologist guide. Not included: other Languages Egyptologist guide are available up to request; Tipping, beverages, extra activities, and Personal spending; and Sightseeing entrance / admission fees. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Abu Simbel Temple Flight & Tour from Aswan Guided day trip include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 79 listed pickup locations in and around Aswan. Be ready about 10 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is Abu Simbel Temple Flight & Tour from Aswan Guided day trip offered in?
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It is offered in German, 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 Temple Flight & Tour from Aswan Guided day trip?
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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 Temple Flight & Tour from Aswan Guided day trip wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap; Wheelchair accessible; 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 Temple Flight & Tour from Aswan Guided day trip 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 do travelers say about Abu Simbel Temple Flight & Tour from Aswan Guided day trip?
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Across 6 reviews averaging 3.7 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, organization. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
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