2-Day Trip to Aswan and Abu Simbel from Makadi Bay by Private Car
Enjoy an unforgettable 2-Day Trip to Aswan and Abu Simbel from Makadi Bay with a private vehicle and your own Egyptologist guide. Discover the highlights of Aswan, including the beautiful Philae Temple, the impressive Aswan High Dam, the famous Unfinished Obelisk, and a relaxing Felucca sailing trip on the Nile River. On the second day, explore the world-famous Abu Simbel Temples, the masterpiece of Pharaoh Ramesses II, and the magnificent Temple of Queen Nefertari.
Day 1: Makadi Bay to Aswan
Your journey begins with an early morning pickup from your hotel in Makadi Bay in a private air-conditioned vehicle. Travel through the beautiful landscapes of Upper Egypt to Aswan, where you will meet your private Egyptologist guide and start exploring the city’s most famous attractions. Visit the stunning Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis and located on a picturesque island in the Nile River. Continue to the impressive Aswan High Dam, one of Egypt’s greatest engineering achievements and the creator of Lake Nasser, one of the largest artificial lakes in the world. Next, discover the famous Unfinished Obelisk in Aswan’s ancient granite quarries and learn how the ancient Egyptians carved and transported enormous stone monuments. In the afternoon, enjoy a relaxing Felucca sailing trip on the Nile around Elephantine Island and Kitchener’s Island while admiring the breathtaking scenery of Aswan. Guests may also choose an optional visit to a traditional Nubian Village to experience authentic Nubian culture, colorful houses, local crafts, and warm hospitality. After a memorable day of sightseeing, overnight in Aswan.
Day 2: Aswan – Abu Simbel – Makadi Bay
Early in the morning, travel by private air-conditioned vehicle to the magnificent Abu Simbel Temples, one of Egypt’s most iconic archaeological treasures and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Accompanied by your Egyptologist guide, explore the Great Temple of Ramesses II, famous for its four colossal statues carved into the mountainside and its fascinating history. Learn about the incredible international rescue project that relocated the temples to protect them from the rising waters of Lake Nasser. Continue to the beautiful Temple of Queen Nefertari, dedicated to the beloved wife of Ramesses II and regarded as one of the finest masterpieces of ancient Egyptian architecture. After exploring Abu Simbel, return to Aswan for lunch at a local restaurant before beginning your comfortable drive back to Makadi Bay. Arrive in the evening with unforgettable memories of ancient temples, Nile scenery, Nubian culture, and the timeless wonders of Upper Egypt.
