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The 15 Best Aswan Tours & Abu Simbel Trips

77 tours  ·  from $10

Aswan is the quiet end of the Nile and the staging point for Abu Simbel. The 15 below cover Philae, the High Dam, the Nubian villages and the long dawn run south, with prices, convoy times and which ones fly instead of drive.

From Aswan: Abu Simbel Temple Day Trip with Hotel Pickup - A 4:00 a.m. pickup and the road south
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From Aswan: Abu Simbel Temple Day Trip with Hotel Pickup

1.Abu Simbel Temple Day Trip with Hotel Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 2,807 reviews · 10 hours · from $70Our pick

Travel from Aswan to Abu Simbel by air-conditioned shared bus, with hotel pickup and drop-off. At the temples, you can explore with an English, Arabic, French, German, or Spanish guide, or choose a self-guided option. Guides such as Waleed Adnan, Ahmed Abdelwahab, Mido, and Mostafa are praised for clear explanations.

“We really enjoyed our day tour with Ahmed Bahaa to Abu Simbel. He shared with us the history of the temples, why and by whom it was build and the meaning of the elements of the two temples. We had an excellent time and we highly recommend booking this tour if you want to learn more about the history of Abu Simbel and how the Egyptian people, with the help of UNICEF moved the temples after the construction of the Aswan High Dam.”

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Private Day Tour to Abu Simbel Temples from Aswan - The three-hour drive from Aswan
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Private Day Tour to Abu Simbel Temples from Aswan

2.Private Day Tour to Abu Simbel Temples from Aswan

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 507 reviews · from $53

Travel from Aswan to Abu Simbel in a private air-conditioned car or van, with hotel or cruise pickup, bottled water, and flexible timing. You get about three hours at Ramses II and Nefertari’s temples. Add entrance tickets, a local guide, and lunch if needed. Drivers such as Mahmoud or Mohammed may also help with stops and onward plans.

“This was one of the best services we got in egypt! The driver was very kind and arranging and helpful. Served us water and made a detour to we can have food on the way with no extra cost. We needed to be back to aswan on time and he made sure that we arrive on tRead more”

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Aswan: High Dam, Unfinished Obelisk, & Philae Private Tour - The motorboat ride to the island
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Aswan: High Dam, Unfinished Obelisk, & Philae Private Tour

3.High Dam, Unfinished Obelisk, & Philae Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 375 reviews · 4 hours · from $76

Visit Aswan’s three essential sights in four hours with a private Egyptologist guide. You’ll reach Philae Temple by motorboat, study the Unfinished Obelisk, and see the Nile from the High Dam. Guides such as Mary, Heba, Mido, and Ahmed Awad are praised for clear explanations, relaxed pacing, and helpful photos.

“This activity was excellent. The philae Temple is the obvious star and it is absolutely worth visiting. Heba was very patient with me and gave me a lot of interesting information at every location. She also took the time to take excellent photos of me. You will be very happy if you book this tour with her!”

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From Aswan: Abu Simbel Day Tour with Private Guide and Car - A private car changes the feel of a six to eight hour road trip
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From Aswan: Abu Simbel Day Tour with Private Guide and Car

4.Abu Simbel Day Tour with Private Guide and Car

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 342 reviews · 10 hours · from $95

Travel from Aswan to Abu Simbel in a private air-conditioned car, meet an English-speaking guide at the temple, and explore the colossal Ramses II statues and nearby sanctuary at your own pace. Guides such as Mohammed, Medo, Abdul, and Ahmed Ashraf have been praised for clear explanations. The long desert drive is tiring, but private timing helps you avoid crowds.

“Totally worth it. The whole drive and the temple experience is beautiful. Our driver and guide were knowledgeable and assisted us all the time.”

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Aswan: Edfu and Kom Ombo Day Tour with Luxor Transfer - Leaving Aswan in a private, air-conditioned car
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Aswan: Edfu and Kom Ombo Day Tour with Luxor Transfer

5.Edfu and Kom Ombo Day Tour with Luxor Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 341 reviews · 6 - 7 hours · from $115

Use this private Aswan to Luxor transfer to visit two major Nile temples without taking a cruise. Your air-conditioned car includes hotel pickup, temple entrance fees, and guides at Edfu and Kom Ombo. Guides such as Aladin, Thabet, Walid, and Mohamed Aty have been praised for clear explanations of mythology, hieroglyphs, and temple design.

“The tour was excellent. Edfu and Kom Ombo are both very impressive sites. Our guide, Ali Baaba, was very personable, professional, knowledgeable and friendly. He provided lots of interesting information in an easy to understand manner. He is a brilliant guide. The driver was also very professional and friendly, ensuring our safe arrival in Luxor.”

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Aswan: Abu Simbel Group Tour with Guide and Entrance Fees - Leaving Aswan before sunrise
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Aswan: Abu Simbel Group Tour with Guide and Entrance Fees

6.Abu Simbel Group Tour with Guide and Entrance Fees

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 337 reviews · 10 hours · from $65

Travel from Aswan to Abu Simbel in an air-conditioned vehicle, usually leaving before dawn. Your guide explains the temples of Ramses II and Nefertari, including their careful relocation in the 1960s. Ahmed Ashraf, Mido, Waleed Adnan, and Ahmed Tiger are among the guides praised for clear explanations.

“Perfect tour, lots of knowledge and history, Marina from nice tours streamlined everything and gave due attention to make sure everything worked perfectly!”

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Full Day tour to Abu simbel temples from aswan - Three hours by road in an air-conditioned minibus
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Full Day tour to Abu simbel temples from aswan

7.Full Day tour to Abu simbel temples from aswan

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 309 reviews · from $24

Travel from Aswan to Abu Simbel in an air-conditioned minibus, with hotel or cruise pickup, a bottle of water, and return transport. You can visit independently or add a guide such as Ahmed. The temples take about two hours to see, while entrance fees are extra and the round trip takes most of the day.

“First time using Aviator, and I could say it was a really good experience with this Operator, they pick me at 4:15 or 4:20am in the Morning, I can understand the delay, because they have other people sometime to pick, and maybe could be some delays, but after picking all the Read more”

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From Aswan: Private Guided Tour of Philae Temple with Entry - From your Aswan hotel to the river
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From Aswan: Private Guided Tour of Philae Temple with Entry

8.Private Guided Tour of Philae Temple with Entry

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 239 reviews · 3 hours · from $55

Travel from Aswan to Philae Temple by private car and motorboat. Your guide explains the Isis and Osiris reliefs, the temple’s rescue and relocation, and gives you time for photos. Guides include Mary, Eman, Mohamed, and Waleed, with English, French, German, Spanish, and Arabic available.

“Aladino was the best tour guide, he gave us a very detailed explanation of the temple history and is very kind. We loved the tour!”

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Best Private Day Trip To Abu Simbel From Aswan - The three-hour road from Aswan
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Best Private Day Trip To Abu Simbel From Aswan

9.Best Private Day Trip To Abu Simbel From Aswan

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 235 reviews · 9 hours · from $145

Travel from Aswan to Abu Simbel in a private air-conditioned car, then explore the temples of Ramses II and Nefertari with a local guide. Guides such as Samir, Zak, and Mostafa are known for clear storytelling, photo-based explanations, and helpful pacing. Lunch, entry fees, water, hotel pickup, and return transport are included.

“I did a tour of Abu Simble (Aswan to Abu Simble) with Samir Gaber. Samir was a great guide: he is very knowledgeable and passionate about history. I really enjoyed the tour and would definitely recommend it (especially with Samir). The ride experience to Abu Simble was also smooth.”

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Full Day tour to Abu simbel temples from aswan - Three hours by road in an air-conditioned minibus
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Full Day Tour to Abu Simbel Temples from Aswan

10.Full Day Tour to Abu Simbel Temples from Aswan

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 218 reviews · from $22

This early morning shared shuttle leaves Aswan at 4:00 am and takes about three hours each way to Abu Simbel. You get round-trip hotel transfers, a small group of up to 15 people, and roughly two hours at the temple complex, with an optional guide such as Ahmed Ashraf or Aida. Entrance fees are extra.

“Always had a good experience with Viator and their tour operators, The trip is fabulous, great experience”

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Aswan: Philae Temple Guided Half-Day Group Tour - Hotel pickup and the road to the Nile dock
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Aswan: Philae Temple Guided Half-Day Group Tour

11.Philae Temple Guided Half-Day Group Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 202 reviews · 3 hours · from $35

Sail from Aswan to Philae Island, where an English speaking guide such as Mary, Emad, or Ahmed can explain Isis worship, Roman additions, vivid carvings, and the temple’s UNESCO relocation. This three hour group tour includes hotel pickup, transport, and a boat ride. Check that your chosen option includes entrance fees.

“Guide Heba was amazing and one of the best guides in Aswan. The temple was magnificent.”

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Aswan: Philae Temple Sound & Light Show with Entrance Fees - Why Isis and Osiris matter to the show
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Aswan: Philae Temple Sound & Light Show with Entrance Fees

12.Philae Temple Sound & Light Show with Entrance Fees

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 151 reviews · 2 hours · from $58

Travel from your Aswan hotel by car and boat to Agilkia Island for a two-hour Philae Temple sound and light show. Audio commentary covers Isis, Osiris, and the temple’s move in the 1960s. English, French, Spanish, and German audio is available, with staff such as George, Sara, and Merna helping coordinate the evening.

“We really enjoyed the show and it was amazing to see Philae Temple at night. It was truly an amazing experience. Liza did a great job at co-ordinating everything and organising the pick up. She also was checking in on us during the transfers and after the drop off to ensure we were hope. Our driver Mustafa was also very friendly and so was the captain of the motorboat that took us to the island.”

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Aswan: Felucca Ride on The Nile River with an Egyptian Meal - Meeting your representative and reaching the river
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Aswan: Felucca Ride on The Nile River with an Egyptian Meal

13.Felucca Ride on The Nile River with an Egyptian Meal

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 147 reviews · 1h 30m · from $14Best value

Meet your Aswan hotel representative, ride to the riverside, and board a private traditional felucca. You’ll sail for 90 minutes while enjoying breakfast, lunch, or dinner with Nile views. Guides such as George Adel, Malak Aziz, and Marina are praised for helpful coordination, food choices, and photographs.

“Absolutely brilliant! The meal alone was worth the price of the ticket. The boat tour was wonderful (just see the pictures). I highly recommend this trip!”

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Abusimble Day Tour from Aswan - The 4 a.m. pickup and the long drive south
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Abusimble Day Tour from Aswan

14.Abusimble Day Tour from Aswan

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 144 reviews · from $35

Leave Aswan around 4 a.m. in an air-conditioned shared vehicle for the 275 to 295-kilometer trip to Abu Simbel. At the site, a local Egyptologist, sometimes named Ahmed, explains the temples before you explore Ramses II and Nefertari’s sanctuaries on your own. Entry tickets cost extra, and time at the site is usually about 90 minutes to two hours.

“It's a very early morning start, but I managed to easily get from Elephantine to pick up point. The drivers were helpful and guide was very informative. I enjoyed this trip.”

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From Luxor: Edfu, Kom Ombo, Aswan Private All-Inclusive Tour - The early start from Luxor
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From Luxor: Edfu, Kom Ombo, Aswan Private All-Inclusive Tour

15.Edfu, Kom Ombo, Aswan Private All-Inclusive Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 143 reviews · 10 hours · from $165

This 10-hour private transfer takes you from Luxor to Aswan with stops at Edfu and Kom Ombo, then continues to the High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk, and Philae Temple. Expect an early pickup, several local guides, an air-conditioned car, lunch, entry fees, and hotel drop-off. Guides such as Ibrahim, Ziad, Mary, and Ahmed Sony have earned especially warm praise.

“It was an amazing experience. The car driver, Mina, is super nice and absolutely awesome. All the guides were good, specially Rinet, she explains everything and her Spanish is amazing. She was great! Very recommendable!”

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