
Luxor to Abu Simbel - Private Tour Nubian Monuments of Abu Simbel
Traveler rating
4.8/5
Based on 8 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Luxor to Abu Simbel - Private Tour Nubian Monuments of Abu Simbel worth booking?
Luxor to Abu Simbel - Private Tour Nubian Monuments of Abu Simbel is a 16-hour experience in Luxor, Egypt, from $162 per person. It scores 58 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 8 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 58 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (8)
- Duration
- 16 hours
- From
- $162 per person
There are several prices plans options for This private tour, depends on the inclusions and the pickup city. Pick up at 05.00AM. Drive south past local villages towards Aswan, Abu Simbel. 3,000 years ago, Ramses II build these monumental temples for himself and his beloved wife Nefertari. The walls are adorned with scenes of his victory at the Battle of Kadesh. The façade of the Great Temple is 35m high and 30m long. The Smaller Temple is dedicated to Nefertari, depicted as the Goddesses Isis and Hathor. From 1964-68, UNESCO initiated the move of both temples to a plateau on the cliffs to protect them from flooding. The temples were dismantled, moved 60m up the cliff that they originally stood on and were reassembled. After gazing at these Nubian Monuments, you will have lunch and be brought back to your Luxor hotel (22.00). NB: your English-speaking guide will join you in Luxor, Aswan or in Abu Simbel, according to availability.
What you get
About this experience
There are several prices plans options for This private tour, depends on the inclusions and the pickup city. Pick up at 05.00AM. Drive south past local villages towards Aswan, Abu Simbel. 3,000 years ago, Ramses II build these monumental temples for himself and his beloved wife Nefertari. The walls are adorned with scenes of his victory at the Battle of Kadesh. The façade of the Great Temple is 35m high and 30m long. The Smaller Temple is dedicated to Nefertari, depicted as the Goddesses Isis and Hathor. From 1964-68, UNESCO initiated the move of both temples to a plateau on the cliffs to protect them from flooding. The temples were dismantled, moved 60m up the cliff that they originally stood on and were reassembled. After gazing at these Nubian Monuments, you will have lunch and be brought back to your Luxor hotel (22.00). NB: your English-speaking guide will join you in Luxor, Aswan or in Abu Simbel, according to availability.
What's included
Included
- Private transportation
- Lunch exclude beverages … if option is selected
- Private English-speaking Egyptologist tour guide… if option is selected
- All Fees and Taxes
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- sightseeing tickets / admission fees… if option is selected
- one Bottled water each person
Not included
- Tips, Beverages, extra activities, and personal spending
- other Languages Egyptologist guide with supplement $25 per tour to be paid in cash
What you'll see and do
Abu Simbel Temple
An absolute must see in Egypt is the magnificent temple complex of Abu Simbel, commissioned 3,000 years ago by Ramses II for himself and his beloved wife Nefertari. The impressive structures commemorate his victory at the Battle of Kardesh and they were meant to impress his enemies in the south. The facade of the Great Temple is 35m high and 30m long. The Great Temple was constructed on the position of the sun. On February 22 and October 22 sunlight penetrates 55m into the inner sanctuary to illuminate 3 of the statues at the back wall. Only the 4th statue of Ptah, the god of the Underworld, remains in darkness all year round. The Smaller Temple is completely dedicated to Nefertari and her being crowned as the Goddesses Isis and Hathor. From 1964-1968, UNESCO started an initiative to move both the Great Temple and the Small Temple to a plateau on the cliffs to safe them from flooding. The temples were dismantled, moved 60 meters up the sandstone cliff that they originally stood on and were then reassembled. Near the re-erected temples now stands a man made dome, which houses an exhibit of photographs, detailing the entire relocation.
150 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 10 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
Private car+Egyptologist Guide
include AC car, English guide: BUT other Languages guide at extra supplement per group to be paid in cash... EXCLUDE Admission fees, meal, and beverages. include one Bottled water each: Exclude Lunch and beverages, but you still have meal & drink time if you would like to take it… include Private transportation: Air-conditioned vehicle All transfer Fees and Taxes Exclude driver and guide Tipping Pickup included
Private Car Only
Exclude guide+admissions+meal : Which you are responsible to manage/pay all of it yourself, Exclude Lunch and beverages: but you still have meal & drink time if you would like to take it… Include one Bottled water to each person on board the car include Private transportation: Air-conditioned vehicle All transfer Fees and Taxes Exclude driver Tipping Pickup included
Private Car+ Guide+ fee+ Lunch
all-inclusive & English Guide : English-Egyptologist guide BUT other Languages Egyptologist up to request at extra supplement per group to be paid in cash Lunch, Exclude beverages: … Include one Bottled water to each person on board the car include Private transportation: Air-conditioned vehicle All transfer Fees and Taxes Exclude driver and tour guide Tipping Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- ar, de, en, it, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- EgBride Travel
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- please note that each tour-option has its own inclusions, enjoy it if option is selected
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 8 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
6 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Photo opportunities
2 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Good for families
2 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Traveler reviews
8 verified traveler reviews for Luxor to Abu Simbel - Private Tour Nubian Monuments of Abu Simbel. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Simple trip without stress
Perfect experience, magnificent historical sites, beautiful scenery Accidents occurring in the middle of the road can also be resolved quickly, and in turn take an unexpected view. There will be no over-marketing tours, as well as goods, quite comfortable tours
Response from the operator: Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for the wonderful review of your experience with our tour! We're thrilled to hear that you had a "perfect experience" and were able to enjoy the magnificent historical sites and beautiful scenery along the way. It's great to know that even if any unexpected issues came up during the trip, they were quickly resolved. Being able to capture unexpected beautiful moments is also a wonderful part of the travel experience. We're glad the itinerary and tour products were not overly promoted and that the overall flow of the trip was quite comfortable for you. Providing a well-paced, enjoyable journey is a top priority for us. Thank you again for the fantastic feedback. We're honored you chose our tour and that we could provide you with such a magnificent travel experience. We hope you'll consider traveling with us again in the future! Best Regards, Management Team EgBride Travel
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Wonderful tour to Abu Simbel and Edfu/Isis
Fantastic day trips to Abu Simbel and Edfu/Isis temples. The amazing guide Mohammad is very knowledgeable, always trying to make sure our trip safe and peace.. Always make us comfortable and happy during the trip. He arranged the trip plan to fulfill all the requests we had. We requested to stay at the temple longer than scheduled, that made our trip finished late than planned. However The professional driver Khaled, he drove us in safe the whole day of two trips till really late time to make sure we arrived back to the hotel in safe. Very satisfying experience from the booking , arrangement and the touring. That’s why we decided to add Edfu/Isis tour with them right just after the day of Abu Simbel tour. Strongly recommended for friends, families trips!!!
Response from the operator: Dear Guest, Warm greetings from the EgBride Travel Team and thank you for letting us arrange your private trip to Abu Simbel and Edfu/Isis temples. It was a pleasure to be of service and we thank you for your kind words of appreciation towards our dedicated Team. We are delighted to know that we exceeded your expectations and contributed to a beautiful vacation. We thank you for sharing your experience and recommendation and we hope to see you again soon to arrange your next adventure. With thanks, EgBride Travel Team
via Tripadvisor
Wonderful Day!
It’s definitely a long day, but it was worth it. Abu Simbel was amazing, and our guide, Adam, was so knowledgeable and excited to share with us. He was also a great photographer! We ended up with some time because Abu Simbel was practically empty this time of year, so he was willing to add a quick stop in Aswan to see the unfinished obelisk and take a boat up the Nile for some tea in one of the local Nubian villages. Lunch outside Abu Simbel was delicious, as well. The communication with company before the tour was amazing—Amina was so helpful and willing to answer questions. We were hesitant because this tour didn’t have a lot of reviews on Viator when we booked, but it was one of our best days in Egypt. We loved every second of it and would highly suggest it!
Response from the operator: Dear Guest, Warm greetings from the EgBride Travel Team and thank you for trusting us and letting us arrange your private trip to the Nubian Monuments of Abu Simbel. It was a pleasure to be of service and we thank you for your kind words of appreciation towards our dedicated Team. We are delighted to know that we exceeded your expectations and could add some quality time in Aswan to an already beautiful day. We thank you for sharing your experience and recommendation and we hope to see you again soon to arrange your next adventure. With thanks, EgBride Travel Team
via Viator
Abu Simbel
The tour worked for the allotted time we had. And it was nice they dropped us off at Aswan airport. And nice experience to see Abu Simbel. What would have made the journey better would have been a Wi-Fi hotspot in the car. Otherwise long drive with limited tour at Abu Simbel. But like I said it worked for our needs.
Response from the operator: Dear Ken_S, Warm greetings from EgBride Travel Luxor and thank you very much for sharing your experience. We are sorry that we didn't meet your expectations when it comes to the Wi-Fi, but it was our pleasure to be of service and we are happy to know you enjoyed the opportunity to see the Nubian Monuments of Abu Simbel. We hope to see you again soon for your next adventure. With best regards, Your EgBride Team.
via Viator
Abu Simbel in one day from Luxor
The 1 day tour is a perfect way to visit Abu Simbel from Luxor if you do not wish to stay overnight somewhere. It includes a lot of sitting in the car but there are a few stops on the way and plenty of time in the destination. The pick up from the hotel worked well. The guide Hadeer and the driver were very nice people and kept making sure that everything was okay. I am especially pleased with the booking experience including very clear instructions about payment and time schedule etc. This is a safe way to explore one of the major attractions of ancient Egypt. Highly recommended.
Response from the operator: Dear Guest, Warm greetings from the EgBride Travel Team and thank you for letting us arrange your private trip to the Nubian Monuments of Abu Simbel. It was a pleasure to be of service and we thank you for your kind words of appreciation towards our dedicated Team and magnificent picture of the Great Temple of Ramses II. We are delighted to know that we exceeded your expectations and contributed to a beautiful vacation. We thank you for sharing your experience and recommendation and we hope to see you again soon to arrange your next adventure. With thanks, EgBride Travel Team
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 16 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $162 to $438
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 3
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by EgBride Travel, who run 3 experiences we rank across 3 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 49.0.
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Luxor to Abu Simbel - Private Tour Nubian Monuments of Abu Simbel: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Luxor.
How much does Luxor to Abu Simbel - Private Tour Nubian Monuments of Abu Simbel cost?
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Prices start at $162 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Luxor usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Luxor to Abu Simbel - Private Tour Nubian Monuments of Abu Simbel take?
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Plan for about 16 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 Luxor is not rushed.
Is Luxor to Abu Simbel - Private Tour Nubian Monuments of Abu Simbel worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 58 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 8 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Luxor, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Luxor to Abu Simbel - Private Tour Nubian Monuments of Abu Simbel?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is Luxor to Abu Simbel - Private Tour Nubian Monuments of Abu Simbel suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 16-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Luxor to Abu Simbel - Private Tour Nubian Monuments of Abu Simbel?
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Around 3 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 Luxor 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 Luxor and add a light layer if any part of the 16-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Luxor to Abu Simbel - Private Tour Nubian Monuments of Abu Simbel 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 Luxor 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 Luxor?
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On Outty we rank every Luxor experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Private Half day Tour to West bank, Private Half Day Luxor Tour Valley of Kings & Queens, Hatshepsut, Full Day Tour of Luxor private. 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 Luxor?
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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 Luxor?
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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 Luxor to Abu Simbel - Private Tour Nubian Monuments of Abu Simbel?
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Included: Private transportation; Lunch exclude beverages … if option is selected; Private English-speaking Egyptologist tour guide… if option is selected; All Fees and Taxes; and In-vehicle air conditioning. Not included: Tips, Beverages, extra activities, and personal spending; and other Languages Egyptologist guide with supplement $25 per tour to be paid in cash. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Luxor to Abu Simbel - Private Tour Nubian Monuments of Abu Simbel include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 90 listed pickup locations in and around Luxor. Be ready about 10 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is Luxor to Abu Simbel - Private Tour Nubian Monuments of Abu Simbel offered in?
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It is offered in Arabic, 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 Luxor to Abu Simbel - Private Tour Nubian Monuments of Abu Simbel?
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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 Luxor to Abu Simbel - Private Tour Nubian Monuments of Abu Simbel 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 Luxor to Abu Simbel - Private Tour Nubian Monuments of Abu Simbel if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What do travelers say about Luxor to Abu Simbel - Private Tour Nubian Monuments of Abu Simbel?
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Across 8 reviews averaging 4.8 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 Luxor to Abu Simbel - Private Tour Nubian Monuments of Abu Simbel?
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There are 3 options to choose from, including Private car+Egyptologist Guide, Private Car Only, Private Car+ Guide+ fee+ Lunch. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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