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Abu Simbel Temples Day Tour
Description
Embark on a memorable journey from Aswan to the stunning Abu Simbel Temples with Inécia. You'll arrive at the awe-inspiring Abu Simbel site, home to two majestic temples—The Great Temple, carved by Ramses II to honor his own divine status, and the Small Elegant Temple, dedicated to his beloved wife, Nefertari. Discover the fascinating history behind the temples' relocation to higher ground to protect them from the rising waters of Lake Nasser, a feat of engineering that preserved these ancient wonders.
Itinerary
Inécia tour guide will pick you up from the hotel in Aswan to start the tour of Abu Simbel Temples. After a three-hour drive, you will visit Abu Simbel site, which contains two temples; the Great Temple, built by King Ramses II, and the Small Temple, dedicated to his wife, Nefertari. The temples were dismantled and reconstructed on safer sides after the construction of the Aswan High Dam. Then, you will return to your hotel.
Notes:
· The order of the itinerary may change without affecting the content of the visits.
· Inécia Tours is dedicated to supporting stray animals in archaeological sites during tours while promoting responsible tourism. For more information, please click here.
