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Abu Simbel & Kalabsha: Egypt’s Relocated Temple Treasures

By Eyes of Egypt
Free cancellation available
The previous price was ￥58,516 and current price is ￥46,813 per adult* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 11h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages
Overview

Experience the remarkable story of ancient Egypt’s rescued monuments on this exclusive private tour. Witness the colossal Abu Simbel temples of Ramses II and the elegant Kalabsha Temple—both masterfully relocated stone by stone to escape Lake Nasser’s rising waters.

Unlike standard group tours, this private experience moves at your pace. Linger at intricate carvings, capture perfect photos, or focus on aspects that fascinate you most—the day unfolds according to your interests.

Choose your ideal experience:
• Basic Transit: Comfortable private transportation to both magnificent temples
• Local Insight: Transportation plus knowledgeable guide revealing the temples’ secrets, hieroglyphic meanings, and the engineering marvel of their relocation
• Premium Package: Complete experience with transportation, expert guide, and all entrance fees included

Discover two of Egypt’s greatest archaeological rescue missions in one extraordinary day—exclusively yours!

Activity location

  • Aswan
    • Aswan, Egypt

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Aswan
    • Aswan, Egypt

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Basic Transit
  • Activity duration is 11 hours11h
    11h
  • English

Comfort Transfer: No-frills transportation service that gets you where you need to go safely and on schedule. Perfect for independent travelers
Pickup included

Price details
￥61,596
￥49,277 x 1 Adult￥49,277
Total
The previous price was ￥61,596 and current price is ￥49,277
20% off
Local Insight
  • Activity duration is 11 hours11h
    11h
  • English

transfer & Cultural Guide: Transportation with a knowledgeable Yahi guide who reveals hidden gems and cultural context you’d miss on your own.

Pickup included

Price details
￥84,695
￥67,756 x 1 Adult￥67,756
Total
The previous price was ￥84,695 and current price is ￥67,756
20% off
Premium Package
  • Activity duration is 11 hours11h
    11h
  • English

Complete Package: The ultimate convenience: door-to-door transportation, professional tour guidance, and all entrance fees covered in one simpl
Pickup included

Price details
￥92,394
￥73,915 x 1 Adult￥73,915
Total
The previous price was ￥92,394 and current price is ￥73,915
20% off
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What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Optional entrance ticket Abu Simbel & Kalabsha available (Premium Package)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Optional expert guides available (Local Insight and Premium Package)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Private Tour visit Abu Simbel & Kalabsha
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Local Expertise , experienced captains , Aswan's history and culture, friendly in dealing
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Hotel pickup and drop-off in aswan
  • What's includedWhat's included
    All Fees and Taxes
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Snacks & water
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Gratuities (optional but appreciated)

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Aswan
  • 3h
The time taken to get to Abu Simbel from Aswan By road, it typically takes around 3 hours to drive the approximately 280 kilometers (175 miles) distance This includes stops along the way for rest.
Abu Simbel Temple Complex
  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
Abu Simbel Temples: The main highlight of the tour, the Abu Simbel Temples are two massive rock temples built by Pharaoh Ramses II in the 13th century BC. These temples are dedicated to Ramses II himself and his wife, Queen Nefertari. Travelers will be able to explore the temples, admire the colossal statues, and marvel at the intricate carvings and hieroglyphics. Ramses II Temple: This temple is dedicated to Pharaoh Ramses II and features four colossal statues of the pharaoh sitting on his throne. The temple's interior is adorned with beautiful wall reliefs depicting scenes from Ramses II's military campaigns and religious rituals.
Abu Simbel
  • 3h
The time taken to get to aswan from Abu Simbel By road, it typically takes around 3 hours to drive the approximately 280 kilometers (175 miles) distance. This includes stops along the way for rest.
New Kalabsha
  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
Kalabsha Temple: 2-Hour Visitor Attractions During your 2-hour visit to Kalabsha Temple, you’ll discover: Main Temple Complex Grand Pylon - Impressive 10m high entrance with battle scenes and offering reliefs First Courtyard - Open-air court with colonnade and notable Nubian graffiti Hypostyle Hall - 12 massive columns with intricate floral capitals Inner Sanctuary - Sacred chamber with altar and offering table Sanctuary Side Rooms - Priest chambers with astronomical ceiling decorations Notable Features Pharaoh Smiting Enemies Relief - Famous scene of Roman Emperor Augustus as Pharaoh Birth House (Mammisi) - Small separate temple structure Nilometer - Ancient water level measuring device Coptic Crosses - Christian modifications carved into ancient reliefs Greek and Meroitic Inscriptions - Evidence of the temple’s multicultural history
Aswan
  • 30m
The return journey begins. Hotel Drop-off: Arrive back at your hotel, marking the end of the trip This experience offers a perfect blend of ancient history, scenic beauty, and modern comfort, allowing travelers to immerse themselves in the wonders of Upper Egypt before returning to their accommodation.

Location

Activity location

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    Aswan
    • Aswan, Egypt

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Aswan
    • Aswan, Egypt

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