Private Tour
Private Day Tour to Abu Simbel Temples from Aswan
Overview
Available languages
10 hours
Mobile ticket
Discover a part of Egypt that most first-time visitors miss on a private day trip to the Abu Simbel temples from Aswan. You’ll stay cool and skip the hassle of car hire with private, air-conditioned transport, and enjoy the chance to ask as many questions as you like to your private guide. Plus, you’ll enjoy the freedom to make tweaks to your itinerary.
Note : To confirm your booking will need copy photo from your passport please update it with booking process
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Note : To confirm your booking will need copy photo from your passport please update it with booking process
Entry fees includes basic area only
Entrance fees -Depending on the Tour Options Chosen
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Abu Simbel Temple Complex
As per requested time will pick you up from your hotel in Aswan and drive to the south of Aswan which is around 3hrs drive to enjoy Abu Simbel day tour from Aswan by air-conditioned vehicle. The two Temples of Abu Simbel, with their unique style, are considered to be the masterpieces of ancient Egypt. They reflect the glory and grandeur of the new Kingdom. The Egyptian government and UNESCO decided to co-operate in order to save these temples from the flood. The Temple of Ramses II was dedicated to the four universal gods Ptah, Re-Her-Akhtey, Amun-Re, and to Ramesses II himself. The great Abu Simbel temple is also called The Sun Temple of Ramses II.The Temple of Queen Nefertari is also Called Temple of Hathor who was the wife of the Sun God so in a symbolic way, the two Temples, that of Ramesses II and that of Nefertari, bring Ramesses II, Nefertari, Hathor and the Sun God together as one. Spend around 3 hours there then take the way back to Aswan.
What‘s Included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
All Transfers by Private A/C latest Model Vehicle
Guide ( if option selected )
Entry fees (if option selected )
Lunch at local restaurants(Local Egyptian Food) (if option selected )
Bottle of water
Personal Items
Tipping
Options
Private Car + Tour Guide
Private Car + Tour Guide
Pickup included
Private Car + Tour Guide + Entry Fees
Private Car + Tour Guide + Entry Fees
Pickup included
Only Private Car With Driver
Only Private Car With Driver
Pickup included
Private Car + Guide + Entry fees + Lunch
Private Car + Guide + Entry fees + Lunch
Pickup included
Reviews
568 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A really positive experience- good value
annabelle h,,Dec 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Good communication and price. Mahmoud our driver found us after a gps pin and was a man of few words but fast driving. 3 hours exactly cruise boat to Abu Simbel. The guide was knowledgeable and helpful. The cost of this trip was 1/3 that of the on board option and we could leave at 7am And have our own timetable. This worked really well for us.
Carlos (our driver) was...
Georgia W,,Dec 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Carlos (our driver) was great, and the guide Majid was lovely and very informative. The car was great and the perfect temperature, and we felt we saw the sights in the best way possible. We went at 7.30am and arrived at 11ish, and it was not busy - in our opinion, there is no need to wake up for the 4am tour!!
Abu Simbel day trip
Alvin G,,Dec 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00A 3 hour drive on desert roads, with a brief stop for coffee and a bathroom break. Our driver Ahmed was very friendly and offered a lot of information about locations and local sites we passed along the way. The vehicle was clean and comfortable and our group of 6 people had planty of space. The Abu Simbel temples and tombs are amazing and I would highly recommend taking the time to do this day out.
Kerolose was a fantastic...
Tina L,,Dec 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Kerolose was a fantastic driver! He patiently waited for us at Abu Simbel for 3 hours. The temples were amazing! Highly recommend taking a private tour to avoid the hordes of group tours that are at the site until 10am
Abu Simbel Solo Day Trip
Julie T,,Dec 15, 2025
- Review from Viator
3.00I was unhappy that I arrived and was met by no one. I messaged back and forth with the tour director on Whatsapp and easily an hour passed before my driver picked me up. I misunderstood that the guide would be me at Abu Simbel. I guess it makes sense but I wish it was clarified. Once my driver finally arrived, he tried to make up for it by being attentive and buying me juice and chocolate. It was a sweet gesture but I did not want any of the drinks/food. If traveling solo, know a little Arabic in upper egypt, Its a bit different than Cairo. Fly into Abu simbel if cost is not an issue. I flew down from cairo and returned to cairo on the same day. It was a long day. It worked for me since I had the next day to rest. The guide at Abu simbel was pleasant and offered to take photos for me. I liked that he didn't rush me and allowed me time by myself at the end.
We booked a day trip to...
Surbhi G,,Dec 15, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We booked a day trip to Abu Simbel from Aswan through Emo Tours. We were provided with private car driver, lunch, entry tickets and English speaking tour guide. Carlos- our driver was very polite and comfortably drove us to and fro. The car was well maintained and very neat. Magdy- our tour guide was very knowledgeable about the Egyptian history and explain to us very well about the temples which made it easier for us to relate to the ancient Egyptian history. He was very polite and guided us throughout the journey and arranged excellent lunch at the restaurant. I definitely recommend booking via emo tours!
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T6915SWmichaell,,Dec 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00The trip to abu simbel was fine, except that the guide took on an extra 4 people. He said a friend was Ill or unable to do the other people's tour so he included them on ours. It was not a problem, but is was not technically a private tour. Its a very long way to go, and the temples are awesome, but the trip is terribly long. A guide is really not required at all, and the lunch is a rip off.
Lovely day trip to abu simbel
O5781VXalicew,,Dec 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a great time our guide Zak was very entertaining - obviously it is a long way so be prepared for a long drive. We did not book lunch but ended up having it and it was delicious much better than other tour lunches we have had on the trip.
Pleasant visit to Abu Simbel
A7851JGemmaa,,Dec 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a pleasant time in Abu Simbel, our guide was very kind, and taught us a lot about both the site and Nubian life. As for our driver, he drove us to the temple safely. Thank you both.
The ride went very well...
Eva G,,Dec 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
2.00The ride went very well with a good driver but we are very disappointed with the guide. We arrived after more than 3 hours of travel and we were allowed 20 minutes of random explanation outside the temple in front of some photos. We had to do the rest of the tour by ourselves trying to remember the explanations given in front (certainly he was not even allowed to go back because not certified). The guide did not know how to answer our questions and urged us for the visit: 1h30 maximum. It’s not much for 7 hours of travel. Too bad.
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