Alexandria(1N) → Cairo(3N) → Abu Simbel(1N) → Aswan(1N) → Kom Ombu(1N) → Edfu(1N) → Luxor(1N)
Camel Ride •
Abu Simbel Temples •
Valley of the Kings •
Guided Tours
$ 1,282*
per adult
Abu Simbel Travel Essentials
Best Time to Visit The best time to visit Abu Simbel is from October to April, when daytime temperatures range between 15°C and 28°C. This makes it comfortable to explore the temples without the harsh desert heat. May to September is very hot, often above 40°C, but early morning tours are still possible. The twice-yearly Sun Festival on 22 February and 22 October, when the sun illuminates the temple’s inner sanctum, is a highlight for many visitors.
Ideal Duration & Popular Itineraries Abu Simbel is usually visited as a 1 to 2 day excursion, often combined with Aswan. Popular formats include:
1 Day: Early morning drive or flight from Aswan, guided visit to the temples of Ramses II and Nefertari, and return.
2 Days: Overnight stay in Abu Simbel to see the temples at sunset and sunrise, sometimes timed with the Sun Festival.
Top Things to Do
Explore the colossal Temple of Ramses II, with its iconic statues and battle reliefs
Visit the Temple of Queen Nefertari, dedicated to Hathor
Witness the Sun Festival alignment in February and October
Stroll by Lake Nasser and admire the view of the relocated temples
Visit the Abu Simbel Sound and Light Show in the evening
Top Destinations Combined with Abu Simbel Abu Simbel packages are often combined with:
Aswan for Philae Temple, Elephantine Island, and felucca rides
Luxor and Nile cruises for a full Upper Egypt circuit
Cairo to complete an all-Egypt itinerary with pyramids and museums
Why Book a Package for Abu Simbel?
Transfer logistics: Reaching Abu Simbel requires a 4-hour drive or flight from Aswan, arranged smoothly in packages.
Permits included: Packages handle security and travel permits needed for the convoy road journey.
Guided tours: Licensed Egyptologists explain the temples’ history and the UNESCO relocation project.
Time-efficient: Packages plan visits in the early morning to avoid heat and crowds.
Festival planning: Packages secure seats and timing for the February and October Sun Festivals, which get booked well in advance.
Abu Simbel Travel Essentials
Best Time to Visit The best time to visit Abu Simbel is from October to April, when daytime temperatures range between 15°C and 28°C. This makes it comfortable to explore the temples without the harsh desert heat. May to September is very hot, often above 40°C, but early morning tours are still possible. The twice-yearly Sun Festival on 22 February and 22 October, when the sun illuminates the temple’s inner sanctum, is a highlight for many visitors.
Ideal Duration & Popular Itineraries Abu Simbel is usually visited as a 1 to 2 day excursion, often combined with Aswan. Popular formats include:
1 Day: Early morning drive or flight from Aswan, guided visit to the temples of Ramses II and Nefertari, and return.
2 Days: Overnight stay in Abu Simbel to see the temples at sunset and sunrise, sometimes timed with the Sun Festival.
Top Things to Do
Explore the colossal Temple of Ramses II, with its iconic statues and battle reliefs
Visit the Temple of Queen Nefertari, dedicated to Hathor
Witness the Sun Festival alignment in February and October
Stroll by Lake Nasser and admire the view of the relocated temples
Visit the Abu Simbel Sound and Light Show in the evening
Top Destinations Combined with Abu Simbel Abu Simbel packages are often combined with:
Aswan for Philae Temple, Elephantine Island, and felucca rides
Luxor and Nile cruises for a full Upper Egypt circuit
Cairo to complete an all-Egypt itinerary with pyramids and museums
Why Book a Package for Abu Simbel?
Transfer logistics: Reaching Abu Simbel requires a 4-hour drive or flight from Aswan, arranged smoothly in packages.
Permits included: Packages handle security and travel permits needed for the convoy road journey.
Guided tours: Licensed Egyptologists explain the temples’ history and the UNESCO relocation project.
Time-efficient: Packages plan visits in the early morning to avoid heat and crowds.
Festival planning: Packages secure seats and timing for the February and October Sun Festivals, which get booked well in advance.