Abu Simbel Private Full-Day Tour from Aswan
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At a glance
- Duration
- 8–10 hours
- Price from
- $85 / person
- Location
- Aswan, Egypt
- Rating
- 4.9 / 5 · 282 reviews
- Languages
- DE, EN, FR, ES
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Egypt wondrful tours
Description
it is a private TOUR with a professional EGYPTOLOGEST TOUR guide with a lot of knowledge about EGYPT nowadays local life and at the past in a very comfortable modern A.C car with a professional driver
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 15 times a day, 4:00 AM–11:00 AM
- Next available
- Sun, Oct 11
- Adult (ages 18–59)
- $85
- Senior (ages 60–90)
- $85
- Youth (ages 10–17)
- $85
- Child (ages 4–9)
- $55
- Infant (ages 0–3)
- Free
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $170.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 10.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Abu Simbel Temple
pickup from 4.00a.m up to 11.00 a.m in a modern a.c car driving 3 hours through the Sahara desert having a break in a camp in a middle of the desert then arriving to abu simble to join the professional Egyptologest tour guide listing to the exiting stories belongs to the king Ramesses 2 and the second temple built to his beloved wife queen Nefrtari both carved out of the mountain in about 1300 B.C and how those two temples had been saved and relocated from being in danger of submerging by water from lack Nasser at 1964
What's included
Included
Private transportation
Baby seat if requested
Egyptologist tour guide
Bottled water
Snacks
All Fees and Taxes
Air-conditioned vehicle
Not included
Entrance fees
Tipping and gratitude
Pickup Locations & Times
hotels at the elephantine island pickup will be from the city (east side ) pyramisa island hotel \ movenpick hotel pickup will be from the city side dock ben ben hotel or any hotel at hessia island pickup will be from batanyoun dock ( the island city dock ) _ Kato dool wellness resort hotel clients kindly meet us down the main road of the village cars can't reach into there coz it's a mountain sandy road .
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.9
282 reviews
What travelers say
Our summary of the 100 most recent reviews out of 282 (Jan 2026 – Oct 2026), collected by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Travelers mostly remember the driver as much as the temples: punctual, careful and full of local stories that make the long desert road pass quickly, in a clean car stocked with snacks. The weak link is the short site briefing, since guides must stay outside the temples.
What travelers love
- Drivers who double as hosts70 of 100 reviews
Most reviews praise a safe, punctual driver who explains the desert, Nubian history and sights along the road. Hany is named far more than anyone else, with Mark and Romany also mentioned often.
- Clean car, snacks and water39 of 100 reviews
Many highlight a clean, air-conditioned vehicle with reclining seats, plus water and snacks waiting inside, which made napping on the long ride easy.
- Knowledgeable site guides30 of 100 reviews
About a third were pleased with the local guide at the temples, who explained the relocation story and carvings before letting them explore at their own pace.
- Clear, flexible communication16 of 100 reviews
Reviewers liked messages confirming pickup the night before and the operator's willingness to adjust start times, pickup points such as cruise docks, and time on site.
- Timing that avoids the crowds13 of 100 reviews
A private car let travelers either arrive first or come after the tour buses left, and several had the temples nearly to themselves.
Where it falls short
- Thin briefing at the temples10 of 100 reviews
About one in ten found the site guide brief, hard to follow or focused on tips. Guides are not allowed inside the temples, so the talk happens outside and can feel short.
- Booking and promise mix-ups6 of 100 reviews
A handful hit operator problems: a requested language guide replaced on the day, a wrong meeting point, a promised upgraded vehicle that never appeared, or a hard-to-reach contact.
- Long, rough desert road6 of 100 reviews
Several note the drive itself is long and the road bumpy in places, which no operator can change.
Best for
- Cruise passengers wanting dock pickup and return
- Travelers who prefer a private car to coach convoys
- Couples and small families wanting flexible timing
- Solo travelers wanting a relaxed pace
Maybe not for
- Visitors expecting an in-depth guided temple tour
- Anyone who dislikes long road journeys
Tips from past travelers
- Choose your start: very early to arrive first, or mid-morning to arrive after the coach groups leave.
- Read up on the temples beforehand, because guides explain outside and cannot join you inside.
- Ask the driver for a local fish restaurant near the site, but check the bill carefully.
How we make this: we read the most recent reviews and sum up what travelers say again and again, good and bad. It is our summary, not a review; the reviews themselves are further down this page. Updated Oct 2026.
How it compares in Aswan
- No. 10 by number of reviews among 1,627 tours in Aswan
- Starting price $85 is 28% below the typical $118 for tours of similar length in Aswan
Excurgo comparison of 1,627 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Abu Simbel Private Full-Day Tour from Aswan take?
Abu Simbel Private Full-Day Tour from Aswan lasts about 8–10 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Abu Simbel Private Full-Day Tour from Aswan cost?
Prices start at $85 per person for this Aswan experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $170. There are 3 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Abu Simbel Private Full-Day Tour from Aswan run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 15 departures a day between 4:00 AM and 11:00 AM.
How much does Abu Simbel Private Full-Day Tour from Aswan cost for children?
Children aged 4–9 pay from $55, adults from $85. Infants go free.
Can I cancel Abu Simbel Private Full-Day Tour from Aswan for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. hotels at the elephantine island pickup will be from the city (east side ) pyramisa island hotel \ movenpick hotel pickup will be from the city side dock ben ben hotel or any hotel at hessia island pickup will be from batanyoun dock ( the island city dock ) _ Kato dool wellness resort hotel clients kindly meet us down the main road of the village cars can't reach into there coz it's a mountain sandy road . Pickup points include Bob Marley Guest House.
What languages is Abu Simbel Private Full-Day Tour from Aswan offered in?
The experience is available in DE, EN, FR, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Specialized infant seats are available
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is the guide at Abu Simbel worth it?
Mixed. Many found the local guide informative, but a noticeable minority felt the briefing was short or basic, mainly because guides must stay outside the temples. A few who had seen Luxor temples felt they could have skipped the guide.
Is the drive tiring?
It is long each way, but most reviewers say the comfortable car, snacks, rest stops and a talkative driver made it pass easily, and many slept on the return.
Will it be crowded?
Several reviewers avoided crowds by timing their arrival, either arriving before the convoys or after they left. One who arrived with the main wave found the temples busy.
Reviews(282)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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