Start your day with an early morning transfer from your hotel to Aswan Airport, arranged by Oceanus Tours & Travel.
You’ll take a short domestic flight to Abu Simbel, where a professional Egyptologist guide from Oceanus Tours & Travel will be waiting for you at the airport arrival area with a sign bearing your name. From there, your guided tour to one of Egypt’s most iconic landmarks begins.
Abu Simbel Temples: Nestled on the western shores of Lake Nasser, about 230 km southwest of Aswan and close to the Sudanese border, these magnificent temples were carved out of rock during the reign of Pharaoh Ramses II in 1255 BC. Forgotten for centuries, they were rediscovered in modern times and stand today as powerful tributes to the ancient world. The larger temple, with its imposing façade of four colossal statues of Ramses II, is dedicated to three major Egyptian deities. The smaller temple honors Hathor, the goddess of love, and was built in devotion to Ramses II’s wife, Queen Nefertari. Together, they represent both political might and personal devotion.
After your visit, you’ll take the return flight to Aswan. Upon landing, a comfortable transfer will bring you back to your hotel or cruise ship, wrapping up a truly unforgettable day steeped in ancient Egyptian grandeur.
Overview
Start your day with an early morning transfer from your hotel to Aswan Airport, arranged by Oceanus Tours & Travel.
You’ll take a short domestic flight to Abu Simbel, where a professional Egyptologist guide from Oceanus Tours & Travel will be waiting for you at the airport arrival area with a sign bearing your name. From there, your guided tour to one of Egypt’s most iconic landmarks begins.
Abu Simbel Temples: Nestled on the western shores of Lake Nasser, about 230 km southwest of Aswan and close to the Sudanese border, these magnificent temples were carved out of rock during the reign of Pharaoh Ramses II in 1255 BC. Forgotten for centuries, they were rediscovered in modern times and stand today as powerful tributes to the ancient world. The larger temple, with its imposing façade of four colossal statues of Ramses II, is dedicated to three major Egyptian deities. The smaller temple honors Hathor, the goddess of love, and was built in devotion to Ramses II’s wife, Queen Nefertari. Together, they represent both political might and personal devotion.
After your visit, you’ll take the return flight to Aswan. Upon landing, a comfortable transfer will bring you back to your hotel or cruise ship, wrapping up a truly unforgettable day steeped in ancient Egyptian grandeur.