2-Day Trip to Aswan and Abu Simbel from Port Ghalib by Private Car
Enjoy an unforgettable 2-Day Trip to Aswan and Abu Simbel from Port Ghalib with a private vehicle and your own Egyptologist guide. Discover the highlights of Aswan, including the High Dam, the beautiful Philae Temple, the Unfinished Obelisk, and a relaxing Felucca sail on the Nile River. On the second day, explore the magnificent Abu Simbel Temples, the masterpiece of Pharaoh Ramesses II, and the stunning Temple of Queen Nefertari.
Day 1: Port Ghalib to Aswan
Your journey begins with an early morning pickup from your hotel in Port Ghalib. Travel in a private air-conditioned vehicle through the Eastern Desert to Aswan, one of Egypt’s most beautiful and historic cities. Upon arrival, meet your private Egyptologist guide and begin exploring Aswan’s most famous attractions.
Start your Aswan tour with a boat ride to the beautiful Philae Temple, located on an island in the Nile River. Dedicated to the goddess Isis, this magnificent temple is one of Egypt’s most enchanting ancient sites. Admire its elegant columns, detailed reliefs, and fascinating history as one of the last temples where ancient Egyptian religion was practiced.
Continue to the impressive Aswan High Dam, one of the greatest engineering projects in modern Egypt. Learn about its importance in controlling the Nile floods, generating hydroelectric power, and creating Lake Nasser, one of the largest artificial lakes in the world.
Visit the famous Unfinished Obelisk in Aswan’s ancient granite quarries. This remarkable archaeological site reveals how the ancient Egyptians carved massive stone monuments. Had it been completed, it would have been the largest obelisk ever created in ancient Egypt.
Enjoy a relaxing Felucca sailing trip on the Nile River around Elephantine Island. Experience the beauty of Aswan from the water while enjoying one of Egypt’s oldest traditions aboard a traditional wooden sailboat.
For a unique cultural experience, you may choose to visit a traditional Nubian Village. Discover colorful houses, friendly local communities, and the rich traditions of Nubian culture while exploring one of Aswan’s most authentic attractions.
After a memorable day exploring Aswan’s highlights, check in to your hotel and enjoy a relaxing evening before your journey to Abu Simbel the following morning.
Day 2: Abu Simbel Tour and Return to Port Ghalib
Early in the morning, depart from Aswan and travel through the desert to the world-famous Abu Simbel Temples, one of Egypt’s most spectacular archaeological treasures and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Discover the Great Temple of Ramesses II, carved directly into the mountainside and guarded by four colossal statues of the great pharaoh. Learn about the incredible rescue project that relocated the temples to protect them from the waters of Lake Nasser. Continue to the nearby Temple of Queen Nefertari, dedicated to the beloved wife of Ramesses II and considered one of the finest examples of ancient Egyptian architecture.
After exploring Abu Simbel, return to Aswan for lunch at a local restaurant before beginning your comfortable drive back to Port Ghalib. Arrive in the evening with unforgettable memories of ancient temples, stunning desert landscapes, and the timeless wonders of Upper Egypt.
