Hurghada
2 days

EDFU, ASWAN, AND ABU SIMBEL (2 DAYS)

Overview

The Temple of Horus in Edfu is located in the north of Aswan and was built in honor of the god Horus, depicted as a warrior with a falcon head. It dates back to the Late Period of ancient Egyptian civilization.


The Temple of Goddess Isis on Philae Island is the most well-preserved part of the architectural complex. During the visit, you can see various reliefs depicting offerings to Egyptian gods.


The Temple of Ramesses II in Abu Simbel is a heritage of the ancient civilization and was built in honor of Pharaoh Ramesses II and dedicated to the gods Amun-Ra and Ptah. Inside the temple, there are four halls, one behind the other, with each one decreasing in size.



Highlights
  • visit to the Temple of Horus

  • Visit to the Aswan High Dam

  • Boat ride on the Nile River

  • Visit to the Temple of Goddess Isis on Philae Island:

  • Visit to the Great Temple of Ramesses II and the Small Temple of Nefertari

Basic Information
Duration:
2 days
Departure Time:
02:00
Return Time:
22:00
Included:
  • Transportation services

  • Services of a english-speaking guide

  • Entrance tickets to the temples according to the program

  • Meals at a restaurant and dinner at the hotel

  • Hotel room

Not Included:
  • Drinks during lunch and dinner

Items To Bring
  • Passport, money for personal expenses

  • Water, packed breakfast (must be ordered in advance at the reception)

  • Headgear, comfortable shoes, warm clothing (in the winter season)

Tour Program

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  • Arrival in Edfu, visit to the Temple of Horus

  • Arrival in Aswan

  • Lunch by the Nile

  • Visit to the Aswan High Dam

  • Boat ride on the Nile River

  • Visit to the Temple of Goddess Isis on Philae Island

  • Check-in at the hotel, free time, and dinner

  • Day 2

  • Departure from the hotel at around 4 in the morning (breakfast on the go)

  • Journey to the Temple of Abu Simbel, approximately 3 hours

  • Visit to the Great Temple of Ramesses II and the Small Temple of Nefertari

  • Return to Aswan

  • Lunch

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