2-Day Trip to Aswan and Abu Simbel from Safaga by Private Car
Explore Aswan and Abu Simbel on a private 2-day trip from Safaga 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, explore the Abu Simbel Temples, built during the reign of Pharaoh Ramesses II, along with the Temple of Queen Nefertari.
Day 1: Safaga to Aswan
Your adventure begins with an early morning pickup from your hotel in Safaga in a private air-conditioned vehicle. Travel through the scenic landscapes of Upper Egypt to Aswan,
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where you will meet your private Egyptologist guide and start exploring the city’s most famous attractions. Visit the magnificent Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis and beautifully situated on an island in the Nile River. Continue to the impressive Aswan High Dam, one of Egypt’s most important engineering achievements, offering spectacular views of Lake Nasser.
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Next, visit the famous Unfinished Obelisk in Aswan’s ancient granite quarries and discover how the ancient Egyptians created their massive stone monuments. In the afternoon, enjoy a relaxing Felucca sailing trip on the Nile around Elephantine Island and Kitchener’s Island while admiring the natural beauty of Aswan.
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Guests may also choose an optional visit to a traditional Nubian Village to experience authentic Nubian culture, colorful houses, local crafts, and warm Egyptian hospitality. After a memorable day of sightseeing, overnight in Aswan.
Day 2: Aswan – Abu Simbel – Safaga
Early in the morning, travel by private air-conditioned vehicle to the world-famous Abu Simbel Temples, one of Egypt’s most spectacular archaeological sites and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Accompanied by your private Egyptologist guide,
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explore the Great Temple of Ramesses II, renowned for its four colossal statues carved directly into the mountainside and its fascinating history.
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Learn about the incredible international rescue project that relocated the temples to save 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 considered one of the finest examples of ancient Egyptian architecture and art.
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After exploring Abu Simbel, return to Aswan for lunch at a local restaurant before beginning your comfortable drive back to Safaga. Arrive in the evening with unforgettable memories of ancient temples, Nile scenery, Nubian culture, and the timeless wonders of Upper Egypt.
