The 14 Best Abu Simbel & Philae Tours from Aswan

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 group bus, arriving early for time at Ramses II and Nefertari’s temples. You can choose a guide or explore independently. Guides such as Waleed Adnan, Mido, Ahmed Abdelwahab, and Mostafa are praised for clear explanations, while the long road makes an early start and packed lunch essential.

“Ahmed Sony was an excellent guide, very knowledgable about everything at the site. would 100% recommend”

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2.Abu Simbel Temple Private Guided Day Trip with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 546 reviews · 15 hours · from $148

Travel from Luxor to Abu Simbel in a private air-conditioned car, then explore Ramses II and Queen Nefertari’s temples with a local guide. The 15-hour day includes hotel pickup, entry, lunch, and return transport. Guides such as Mustafa, Hani, Ahmed Ashraf, and Medo are praised for clear explanations and allowing time for photos.

“Visiting Abu Simbel was unforgettable, thanks to Ahmed Sony. His deep knowledge, storytelling, and respect for the site elevated the entire experience. Ahmed didn’t just guide he made the history feel alive, explaining everything from Ramses II to the temple’s alignment with passion and clarity. He also knew the perfect spots and times for photos, without ever rushing the moment. What stood out most was his calm presence and genuine love for the place. If you want a guide who’s insightful, respectful, and truly connected to Abu Simbel Ahmed is the one. Highly recommended!”

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3.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, with hotel or cruise pickup, bottled water, and about three hours at the temples. Add a local guide, entrance tickets, or lunch if needed. Drivers such as Mahmoud and Mohammed have helped make the long desert run comfortable, but confirm timing and inclusions before booking.

“Excellent driver (Mahmoud) and a comfortable car made the long day trip enjoyable. Our guide, Hani, even helped us with our onward travel in the afternoon at the end of the tour. The tour provider, Emo Tour, provided good communication and coordination via WhatsApp.”

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4.Full Day tour to Abu simbel temples from aswan

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

Travel from your Aswan hotel or Nile cruise to Abu Simbel in an air-conditioned minibus, with pickup around 4:00 to 4:30 a.m. You get roughly two hours at Ramses II and Nefertari’s temples. Choose transport only or add a guide such as Ahmed. Entrance fees are extra, and the drive takes about three hours each way.

“No issues, picked us up on time, long drive to Abu simble. Driver gave us almost 2 hours to look around which was enough”

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5.Private Guided Tour of Philae Temple with Entry

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

Travel from your Aswan hotel to Philae Temple by private car and motorboat. An English-speaking Egyptologist explains Isis, Osiris, and Horus, then gives you time for photos. Guides may include Mary Gerges, Eman, or Waleed Adnan. The three-hour tour includes transport, boat fare, admission, and hotel return.

“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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6.Full Day Tour to Abu Simbel Temples from Aswan

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 218 reviews · from $22Cheapest good one

Leave Aswan at 4:00 am for the three-hour drive to Abu Simbel in an air-conditioned shared vehicle. You’ll explore the temples of Ramses II and Nefertari independently, with an optional guide such as Ahmed Ashraf or Ahmed Abdeen, then return to your hotel. The price is low, but bring water, food, and patience for a long road day.

“The trip was cool. The tour operator Marina Melad was very helpful and patient. We did not pay for the guide, but the agency provided us one for free as a gift - Mr Ahmed Ashraf, who was very friendly and professional and we really appreciated.”

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7.Philae Temple Guided Half-Day Group Tour

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

Travel from your Aswan hotel by car and motorboat to Philae Temple, then explore its courtyards, columns, and carvings with an English-speaking guide. Guides such as Mary, Emad, Ahmed Abdelwahab, and Heba are known for clear explanations and extra photo time. The three-hour tour costs $35 per person, with entrance tickets included only when that option is selected.

“Our tour guide Mary was just great!!! Very nice and kind lady and a really good guide explaining with detail and avoiding the crowds in Philae. I recommend it 100%”

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8.Philae Temple Sound & Light Show with Entrance Fees

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

Visit Philae Temple at night on a two-hour trip from your Aswan hotel. A private car, boat to Agilkia Island, entrance fees, bottled water, and audio guide are included. The show tells the story of Isis, Osiris, and the temple’s UNESCO-led relocation. English, French, Spanish, and German audio are available.

“Liza kept in touch with us every step of the way, the driver found us without difficulty and despite the crowd on the island, our ferry was easy to locate. A great night made memorable by great planning.”

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9.Private Day Trip to Abu Simbel Temple with Guide from Luxor

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 67 reviews · from $120

Leave Luxor before dawn for a private, air-conditioned drive to Abu Simbel. A private English-speaking Egyptologist, such as Hamid or Waleed Adnan, meets you at the temple for about two hours of guided sightseeing. The $120 price includes East Bank pickup, transport, and return, but not temple admission or West Bank pickup.

“It's a long drive, 6 hours there then the same back. The driver was brilliant! Think his name was Abdo, plenty of breaks if you need them and he points out anything good to see. The Temple was good as well.”

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10.Abu Simbel Temple Day Trip with Hotel Pickup From Aswan

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 48 reviews · from $25

Travel from Aswan to Abu Simbel in an air-conditioned shared vehicle, with hotel pickup, temple admission time, and return transport included. Choose transport only or add a speaking guide. The journey takes about three and a half hours each way, so expect a long day built around one spectacular ancient site.

“Son 3,5 horas de ida y otras 3,5 horas de vuelta, pero luego te dan 1 hora para ver los dos templos de prisa y corriendo. Se necesitarían unas 2 horas. En el 2o templo había una cola enorme, fui a avisar al guía de que nos regresamos, nos llevó a la entrada y sobornando al de la puerta nos colamos sin esperar.”

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11.Private Day Trip To Kom Ombo And Edfu Temples From Aswan

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 41 reviews · from $70

Travel north from Aswan to Kom Ombo and Edfu in a private vehicle with an Egyptologist guide. See Kom Ombo’s unusual double temple, then explore Egypt’s best-preserved cult temple at Edfu. The trip costs about $70 per person, includes entrance fees and hotel transport, and can end in Aswan or Luxor.

“We loved this tour! It was well-organized and informative, with an exceptional guide and driver who spoke excellent English. Unlike other tours I've taken in Egypt, this one respected my preferences and interests, without pushing me to spend more money. Highly recommended!”

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12.Private Day Tour to Abu Simbel Temples from Aswan – Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 35 reviews · from $140Best reviewed

Travel privately from Aswan to Abu Simbel in an air-conditioned vehicle with a qualified Egyptologist guide. Spend about two hours exploring the temples of Ramses II and Nefertari, with entrance fees, bottled water, hotel pickup, and drop-off included. Guides may include Hassan, Whalid, Saleh Arabi, Marcus, or Yasser.

“Una esperienza culturalmente importante, la guida parlava un discreto italiano. L'organizzazione è stata eccellente, l'autista è venuto a prelevarci fin dentro il battello, il viaggio verso Abu Simbel e ritorno è stato lungo ma comodo. Nel complesso da consigliare.”

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13.Private Tour to Philae Temple and Nubian Village By Boat & Entrance Fees

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 34 reviews · from $99

Spend 5 to 6 hours visiting Isis Temple at Philae and a Nubian village near Sehel Island. Your private tour includes hotel pickup, an air-conditioned vehicle, motorboat, entrance fees, and a guide. Guides such as Michael, Mina, and Magdy have been praised for clear explanations and patient service.

“Nice places, and the guides were superb, punctual and knowledgeable. Highly recommended. The trip takes around 6 Hrs.”

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14.Private Tour to Unfinished Obelisk, High Dam and Philae Temple by BOAT

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 22 reviews · from $65

Spend five to six hours visiting Philae Temple by motorboat, the Unfinished Obelisk, and Aswan High Dam. Pickup from your hotel or Nile cruise, air-conditioned transport, bottled water, and a guide in your chosen language are included. Michael is one guide praised for his humor, flexibility, and clear explanations.

“We had Michael as our guide. He made the experience wonderful. He is funny, highly knowledgeable and allowed us to be flexible. He taught us so much about the areas we visited and Aswan in general. My husband and I couldn't have asked for a better guide. The Philae temple was amazing. And highly recommend asking for Michael.”

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