2-Day Trip to Aswan and Abu Simbel from El Gouna by Private Car
Explore Aswan and Abu Simbel on a private 2-day trip from El Gouna with a private vehicle and your own Egyptologist guide. Discover the highlights of Aswan, including the Philae Temple, the Aswan High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk, and a relaxing Felucca sailing trip on the Nile River. On the second day, visit the Abu Simbel Temples, built during the reign of Pharaoh Ramesses II, along with the Temple of Queen Nefertari.
Day 1: El Gouna to Aswan
Your adventure begins with an early morning pickup from your hotel in El Gouna in a private air-conditioned vehicle. Travel through the stunning landscapes of Upper Egypt to Aswan, where you will meet your private Egyptologist guide and start exploring the city’s most famous landmarks.
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Visit the beautiful Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis and located on a picturesque island in the Nile River.
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Continue to the Aswan High Dam, one of the greatest engineering achievements in modern Egypt, offering spectacular views of Lake Nasser. Next, discover the Unfinished Obelisk in Aswan’s ancient granite quarries and learn how the ancient Egyptians carved massive stone monuments. In the afternoon, enjoy a relaxing Felucca sailing trip on the Nile around Elephantine Island while admiring the natural beauty of Aswan.
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Guests can also choose an optional visit to a traditional Nubian Village to experience Nubian culture, colorful houses, local crafts, and authentic Egyptian hospitality. Overnight in Aswan.
Day 2: Aswan – Abu Simbel – El Gouna
Early in the morning, travel by private air-conditioned vehicle from Aswan to the spectacular Abu Simbel Temples, one of the most impressive archaeological sites in Egypt and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Accompanied by your Egyptologist guide, explore the Great Temple of Ramesses II, famous for its four colossal statues carved into the mountainside and its remarkable history.
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Learn about the incredible rescue operation that relocated the temples during the construction of the Aswan High Dam. Continue to the stunning Temple of Queen Nefertari, dedicated to the beloved wife of Ramesses II and considered one of the finest examples of ancient Egyptian architecture.
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After exploring Abu Simbel, return to Aswan for lunch at a local restaurant before beginning your comfortable drive back to El Gouna. Arrive in the evening with unforgettable memories of ancient temples, Nile landscapes, Nubian culture, and the timeless wonders of Upper Egypt.
