| Schedule: | Duration: | Pickup Time: |
| Everyday | About 8 hours | We can change time to suits you. Recommended: 01:30 am |
Tour Highlights:
- Explore the two Abu Simbel temples and witness the Sun Festival in all its glory.
Tour Prices:
| Single | 2- 3 Persons | 4-6 Persons | 7-10 Persons |
| 190 $ | 140 $ | 110 $ | 99 $ |
Included:
- Pick up services from your hotel or Nile Cruise in Aswan and return.
- all transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicle.
- Private Egyptologist Guide.
- Entrance fees to all the mentioned sites.
- Mineral water on board the vehicle during the tour
- All Service charges & taxes.
Excluded:
- Tipping
- any extra not mentioned.
Witness One of the World’s Most Extraordinary Ancient Phenomena
Join WOW tours Egypt on a once-in-a-lifetime journey to Abu Simbel, where ancient engineering, astronomy, and spirituality unite during the legendary Sun Festival—a phenomenon that occurs only twice a year.
In the early hours of the morning, your WOW tours Egypt guide will pick you up from your hotel or Nile Cruise in Aswan. Travel in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle through the silent Nubian desert as anticipation builds for one of humanity’s greatest achievements.
Your Egyptology tour guide will explain the historical, religious, and astronomical importance of Abu Simbel Sun Festival and why it still amazes scientists and historians today.
Arrive at the Great Temple of Ramses II before sunrise.
As the sun rises on the horizon, witness the magical moment when sunlight penetrates the temple’s inner sanctuary, illuminating the statues of Ramses II, Amun-Ra, and Ra-Horakhty, while leaving Ptah, the god of darkness, in shadow—exactly as designed over 3,000 years ago.
This breathtaking alignment occurs only on February 22 and October 22, marking Ramses II’s coronation and birthday, and stands as a masterpiece of ancient Egyptian science and belief.
Your Egyptology tour guide will help you fully understand the symbolism, engineering precision, and spiritual meaning behind this phenomenon.
After the Sun Festival, enjoy a guided visit of the entire Abu Simbel complex:
The Great Temple of Ramses II, with its colossal, seated statues and dramatic reliefs
The Temple of Queen Nefertari, dedicated to Hathor, one of the most beautifully preserved temples in Egypt
You’ll have time to explore, photograph, and absorb the scale and beauty of these monuments carved directly into the mountain.
After the visit, enjoy breakfast before beginning the scenic drive back to Aswan.
Arrive at your hotel later in the day with unforgettable memories of one of the most awe-inspiring events in the ancient world.
Optional:
- Enjoy the spectacular Sound and Light Show at Philae temple.
- Enjoy Felucca ride on the Nile.
- Enjoy a City tour in Aswan by a horse carriage.
- Enjoy a Camel Ride in the west Bank of Aswan.
- Enjoy a tour to Abu Simbel temples by flight.
- Enjoy a tour to Edfu temple & Kom Ombo temple.
- Enjoy a tour to Kalabsha Temple & Nubian Museum.
- Enjoy a tour to St Simeon Monastery.
- Enjoy a tour to Kitchener’s Island “Botanical Gardens”.
- Enjoy a tour to the Nubian village “Soheil Island”.
- Enjoy a tour to Aswan Museum & Elephantine Island.
- Enjoy a tour to the tombs of the nobles “Qubbet el-Hawa”.
Notes:
- Comfortable walking shoes and sun hat are recommended.
Expert Egyptologist guide
Guaranteed early arrival for the Sun Festival
Comfortable, safe transportation from Aswan
Clear historical and spiritual explanations
A rare event experienced at the perfect moment
