Abu Simbel Sun Festival Tour | Private Day Trip
Aswan
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Imagine standing in front of a majestic temple, watching a rare event that takes place only twice a year. This is the Abu Simbel Sun Festival, when the morning sun enters the sanctuary to illuminate the statues of Ramses II, Ra, and Amun, leaving Ptah in darkness.
Your journey on this day is more than just a sightseeing trip — it’s a powerful experience that combines ancient Egyptian brilliance with the magic of nature, a phenomenon that has lasted for over 3,200 years
Highlights
- Experience the Abu Simbel Sun Festival, a breathtaking cultural event that takes place only twice a year.
- Enjoy a private guided tour of Philae Temple and Aswan as an optional extension to your trip.
- Travel in comfort with a private transfer in a modern air-conditioned vehicle.
- Discover the magnificent temples of Ramses II and Queen Nefertari at Abu Simbel.
- Add more depth to your journey with optional visits to the Aswan High Dam and the Unfinished Obelisk.
Tour Details
- Duration: One Day
- Location: Private Tour to Abu Simbel Sun Festival Tour
- Availability: Daily – Early morning pickup (around 5:00 AM)
- Pickup: Your Hotel at Aswan
- Tour Type: Private guided day trip from Aswan to Luxor
Tour Highlights
Aswan Highlights
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Abu Simbel Temple
Tour Inclusions
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Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Aswan for your convenience.
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Private Egyptologist guide throughout the tour.
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Entrance tickets to all sites listed in the itinerary.
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Admission to the Abu Simbel Sun Festival.
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All transfers in a modern, private air-conditioned vehicle.
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All service charges, fees, and taxes.
Tour Exclusions
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Any additional services or activities not mentioned in the itinerary.
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Tips and gratuities.
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Meals and drinks (unless pre-selected).
Tour Itinerary
1 Day 1: Abu Simbel Sun Festival Tour – One Day Trip from Aswan
What You Will Love About This Tour?
Witness the Abu Simbel Sun Festival, a rare event that happens only twice a year (Feb 22 & Oct 22).
Experience the sunrise illuminating the statues of Ramses II, Ra, and Amun inside the temple sanctuary.
Explore the magnificent Abu Simbel temples of Ramses II and Queen Nefertari.
Travel in comfort with a private, modern, air-conditioned vehicle and door-to-door hotel transfers.
Enjoy the expertise of a private Egyptologist guide throughout your journey.
Skip the crowds with pre-arranged entry tickets included in your package.
Enhance your trip with optional visits to Philae Temple, the High Dam, and the Unfinished Obelisk.
Capture a once-in-a-lifetime cultural and astronomical phenomenon that has amazed visitors for over 3,200 years.
Benefit from a flexible schedule designed for convenience and a seamless day trip from Aswan.
Enjoy peace of mind with all service charges, taxes, and fees included.
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