- Duration02 Days
- DestinationsMarsa Alam
- DeparturesEveryday
- Tour typeExcursions
- CategoryActivity Trips · Marsa Alam Trips
- PriceOn request
Overview
Enjoy overnight Aswan and abu simbel tour from Marsa Alam, explore Aswan landmarks, the High Dam of Aswan which was built in 1960 this to protect Egypt from the floods which was happened annually, Philae temple, Unfinished Obelisk, and abu simbel temple
Itinerary
- 1
Day 1Marsa Alam / Aswan
Capital Travel Service delegate will pick you up from your hotel in Marsa Alam, and you’ll be transferred by a private A/C vehicle to the beautiful city of Aswan, arrive Aswan, scout the High Dam, it was built in 1960 this to protect Egypt from the floods which was happened annually, then unleash your soul and visit unfinished obelisk, be witness for the glory of the Pharaohs and how they were cutting obelisks, there are two Stories for this Obelisk, the first story said that it belongs to Queen Nefertiti, and the second story said that it belongs to Queen Hatshepsut, next tour to Philae temple, relax and have lunch at local restaurant in Aswan, at the end of your tour our guide will escort you to your hotel in Aswan, check in, night at leisure in Aswan, or optional to enjoy the sound and light show at Philae Temple, overnight in Aswan.
- 2
Day 2Aswan / Abu Simbel / Marsa Alam
Get ready for your Tour to Abu Simbel Temple at 4.00 AM, Take your Breakfast Box from your hotel in Aswan, and then Capital Travel Service delegate will escort you by a private A/C vehicle to explore the glorious site of Abu Simbel which contains two temples; Temple of Queen Nefertari and the other one is Temple of Ramses II. The impressive two temples were originally carved out of the living rock during the reign of Ramses II. The Great Temple at Abu Simbel took about twenty years to build and was dedicated to the gods Amun, Ra-Horakhty and Ptah, while The Small Temple or the temple of Hathor and Nefertari was dedicated to the goddess Hathor and Rameses II's wife, Nefertari. This was only the second temple in all Egyptian history to be dedicated to a queen. Lunch will be served at local restaurant in Aswan, have free time in Aswan, Finally Capital Travel Service guide will escort you back to your hotel in Marsa Alam.
Included & excluded
Included
- Pick up and drop off to your hotel in Marsa Alam
- English speaking guide during your tour
- Accommodation for 01 night in Aswan including breakfast and all taxes
- Two Lunch meals in Aswan
- Air-conditioned vehicle Marsa Alam / Aswan
- Tours to the high Dam, Unfinished Obelisk and Philae Temple as mentioned at the above excursion.
- Air-conditioned vehicle Aswan / Abu Simbel / Aswan / Marsa Alam
- Tours to Abu Simbel as mentioned at the above excursion.
- Entrance fees to the above mentioned sites
- 02 Bottles of Mineral Water during your tours
- All transfers in Aswan and abu simbel by air-conditioned Van
- All service charges and taxes
Not included
- Optional tours
- Tipping
Terms & conditions
- Prices are quoted per person in U.S. American Dollars
Good to know
Currency
Egypt uses the Egyptian pound (EGP). Cards are accepted in most hotels and larger shops; carry cash for tips, markets and small purchases.
Power sockets
Types C and F (the two-round-pin European plug), 220 V, 50 Hz.
Time zone
Egypt is on Eastern European Time (UTC+2), and observes daylight saving time (UTC+3) in summer.
Visa
Many nationalities can get an e-visa online before travel or a visa on arrival. Requirements differ by passport — check the official e-visa portal for yours before you book flights.
What to wear
Light, breathable clothing, a hat and sunscreen year-round. Cover shoulders and knees for mosques and churches, and bring a warm layer for desert nights and early starts in winter.