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Abu Simbel & Philae Private Day Trip from Aswan

Aswan, Egypt

10 to 11 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

Overview

What's Included

Fully private tour with flexible timing tailored to your interests and preferred pace.
Licensed Egyptologist guide providing deep cultural insight and engaging storytelling.
New, clean, air-conditioned vehicles ensuring maximum comfort throughout the journey.
Experienced local drivers who know desert roads and routes for a smooth, safe ride.
All temple entrance tickets included for a seamless, hassle-free experience.
Personalized photo assistance at the best panoramic and iconic viewpoints.
Ideal for couples, families, seniors, and culture lovers seeking comfort and privacy.
We are Aswan locals guaranteeing a professional trip, no hidden fees, all taxes included.

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

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Pickup details

Pickup Details Pickup Location: Your hotel Pickup Method: A driver will arrive with a sign displaying your name Pickup Time: Morning (exact time will be confirmed upon reservation) Tour Type: Private trip Important Notes: - The specific pickup time will be provided when your reservation is confirmed. - Please be ready in your hotel lobby at the designated pickup time. - Ensure you have all necessary items for the day tour (e.g., comfortable shoes, sun protection ). - If you have any questions or special requirements, please inform the tour operator in advance. Confirmation Process: - Make your reservation for the Abu Simbel & Philae Temples tour. - Upon confirmation of your booking, you will receive the exact pickup time. - Review the pickup time and ensure it fits your schedule. - If you need any adjustments, contact the tour operator immediately.

Itinerary

Aswan

3 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Abu Simbel Temple

2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Abu Simbel

3 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Temple of Philae

2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Aswan

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed

Infant seats available
Transportation is wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

Reviews

4.0

based on 1 review

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Excellent Driver and Tour Guide for Philae Temple. Disappointed with the Abu Simbel experience

George_Y, Jul 2025

Excellent Driver and Tour Guide for Philae Temple. Was very disappointed with the Abu Simbel experience and the way we were treated by the guide even though we paid for the premium explorer option. Excellent driver, very patient respectful and drives safely. He informed of all upcoming activities along the way and ensure there is a stop between long drives. Abu Simbel temple was beautiful and a must see however, we paid for a private tour and we expected the tour guide to stay with us and physically guide around the temple complex. Noting that guides aren't allowed in the temples, however we observed many guides providing explanations about the temples prior to tourists entering so they knew what they were looking at and understood the history. We were very disappointed to learn that the tour guide asked us to go and walk around the complex with no explanation prior and then spent 15 mins when we returned to meet him at the visitor centre explaining what we had seen using printed pictures. Our guide however for the Philae temple was wonderful, she took the time to make sure we understood the history of the temple and had the best experience. Thank you Fatima for the care you took with us, you could clearly see how knowledgeable you are and how much pride you take in your work!

Response from Host, Jul 2025

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us on your Day Tour at Abu Simbel and Philae Temples. We truly appreciate your kind words about our driver and your guide at Philae Temple, Fatima. We're delighted to hear that you felt well cared for and informed during that part of your journey, and we’ll be sure to pass along your compliments to Fatima—she’ll be thrilled to know her efforts made such a positive impact. We’re equally grateful for your honest feedback regarding the Abu Simbel portion of your tour. We're very sorry to hear that your expectations for the premium experience were not fully met. You're absolutely right—while guides are not permitted inside the Abu Simbel temples, it is standard practice to provide a thorough briefing beforehand to help bring the site’s rich history to life. We regret that this was not done in a timely or meaningful way for you and will address this directly with the guide involved to ensure better service moving forward. Your feedback is incredibly valuable in helping us uphold the quality and consistency we strive to deliver across all of our tours. We hope we’ll have the opportunity to welcome you again in the future and provide you with a more seamless and enriching experience throughout. Warm regards, ahmed galal eyes of egypt - aswan Customer Experience Team