Abu Simbel Temples by Flight from Aswan

Experience the breathtaking temples of Abu Simbel with a convenient flight from Aswan. Your private representative will pick you up from your hotel and escort you to the airport for a 45-minute scenic flight to Abu Simbel. Upon arrival, your expert Egyptologist guide will greet you and lead you to the world-famous temples of Ramses II and his beloved wife, Queen Nefertari.

Explore the Great Temple of Ramses II

The Great Temple of Abu Simbel is considered one of Egypt’s most magnificent monuments. Dedicated to Amun Re and Ra-Horakhty, this temple features four colossal statues of Ramses II, each towering over 20 meters high, overlooking the desert. Your guide will provide fascinating insights outside the temple before you explore the interior, which extends 60 meters into the mountainside. Inside, discover intricately carved statues and reliefs depicting Ramses II’s military victories and captives. On the back wall, see the statues honoring the gods Amun, Ra-Horakhty, Ptah, and the deified Ramses himself.

Visit the Temple of Hathor and Queen Nefertari

Next, explore the smaller Temple of Hathor, dedicated to the cow-headed goddess of love, joy, and music, built in honor of Queen Nefertari. Admire the six majestic standing statues at the entrance, each 10 meters high, celebrating Ramses II’s favorite queen.

A Marvel of Archaeological Engineering

Between 1964 and 1968, the entire Abu Simbel complex was meticulously relocated to save it from the rising waters of Lake Nasser. Carefully cut into massive blocks weighing up to 30 tons, the temples were reassembled 65 meters higher and 200 meters back from the original location—a remarkable feat of archaeological engineering.

After your visit, enjoy a return flight to Aswan and a transfer back to your hotel, completing a seamless and unforgettable Abu Simbel experience.