Discover an exciting private tour at the price of a group tour! Visit some of Egypt’s most beautiful and ancient temples without waiting for other tourists, at your own pace.
The main attraction of Abu Simbel is two enormous temples built by Pharaoh Ramses II. These temples are famous for their majestic statues carved into the rock. The most well-known of them is the Temple of Ramses II. Inside the temple, you will find many carved statues of the pharaoh, as well as depictions of gods and goddesses.
Also, near the Temple of Ramses II, there is the temple of Nefertari, built in honor of Ramses II’s wife. It is also known for its magnificent carved frescoes and statues.
A comfortable private car will take you to cities like Aswan, the Nubian Desert, the Aswan High Dam, Philae Island, and of course, the most famous temple in Egypt – Abu Simbel. A knowledgeable private guide will tell you a magnificent story about ancient Egypt
What's included in the tour?
Day 1:
- Departure: Depart from your Hurghada hotel in a comfortable vehicle around 5:00 AM (exact time will be confirmed after booking). The direct drive to Aswan takes approximately 8 hours with two stops, making it significantly more convenient and faster than transferring to a train in Luxor. You won’t be tied to any train schedules.
- Lunch: Enjoy a delicious lunch in Aswan.
- Sights: Visit the Aswan High Dam and the Lotus Monument, a symbol of Egyptian-Soviet friendship.
- Island of Philae: Take a boat to the island of Philae and marvel at the Temple of Isis.
- Evening: After the tour, you’ll be transferred to your hotel in Aswan. Enjoy dinner and explore the local market at your leisure.
- Overnight: Spend the night in Aswan and have some free time to wander around the city.
Day 2:
Early morning, around 4:00 AM, departure towards the most famous temple complex – Abu Simbel, located on the border with Sudan (travel time 3 hours); Visit to the Great Temple of Ramses II and the Small Temple of Queen Nefertari; Return back to the city of Aswan around 12:00 PM; Lunch in the city of Aswan or Luxor (depending on the decision with the guide on site); Return to Hurghada approximately at 11:00 PM.
The order of the program may change, depending on the decision of the guide and the tourist flow at the attractions.
Included in the tour price:
- Entrance fees as per the program;
- Accommodation and dry breakfast in a 3-star hotel;
- All tickets to attractions included in the program;
- Lunches;
- Services of a Russian-speaking guide;
- Transportation within Hurghada
- (El Gouna, Sahl Hasheesh, and Makadi Bay areas: additional charge of $10* roundtrip. Soma Bay and Safaga areas: additional charge of $20* roundtrip.
- *The price is indicated for one booking roundtrip, for up to 6 people. Transfer may be group.)
Not included in the tour price:
- Drinks during lunch and dinner;
- Dinner.
Children under 5 years old – Free.
Additional information:
- Important! If one person or an adult with a child is traveling, the cost will be $400 (minimum trip price);
- The tour must be booked at least 2 days in advance, a prepayment of $50 per person is required to book the transfer and arrange permits (refundable if you cancel more than 2 days before the trip date);
- Transfer in a comfortable car with a driver and a Russian-speaking guide;
- It is necessary to send a photo of the passports of all people to arrange a tourist permit at the tourist police;
- You can additionally purchase: A trip to a Nubian village, with swimming in the Nile and a crocodile farm; Or to an unfinished obelisk in a stone quarry from the time of Queen Hatshepsut (price on the spot with the guide and if there is free time).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
Your price is so low... Probably you are doing a low-quality service?
We truly offer some of the lowest prices while maintaining a high quality of service. The reason is that we are an online booking company for large tour operators in Egypt, allowing us to offer very competitive prices due to our large volume of tourists. By booking with us, you receive high-quality service without overpaying intermediaries.
What kind of buses and transfers do you have?
A variety of transportation is available for use by the event organizers within the park, including cars, minivans, and comfortable buses. All vehicles are equipped with air conditioning and safety systems. For longer journeys, buses with restrooms are provided. Additionally, all vehicles undergo regular maintenance and sanitation checks, and possess the necessary tourist permits. Furthermore, drivers undergo inspections by the tourist police before each long trip.
How and when do I pay for the tour?
We work without prepayment. All group tours are paid for on the bus or during the tour itself. The exceptions are prepayments for private tours and tours that require purchasing airline tickets or processing documents. Our main programs are paid for directly during the transfer or at the beginning of the tour. You don’t need to look for someone to pay for the tour. An employee of the organizer will approach you. You can pay in cash in US dollars, euros, or Egyptian pounds. For your convenience, we also offer the option of transferring funds to a bank card in rubles, hryvnias, and euros at the exchange rate or to a cryptocurrency wallet in USDT, prior to the tour. For more detailed information on payment methods and refunds, please see here.
Do you have a tourist license?
Egypt is a highly regulated country, especially when it comes to tourism. For any vehicle or yacht to depart on an excursion, daily permits must be obtained from both the police and the military. If the tour operators don’t have a valid tourism license, they naturally won’t be granted these permits. This is why for certain excursions, we may request copies of your vouchers and passports (this applies to sea excursions in Sharm El-Sheikh, private tours, and some group tours if they involve leaving the city. For other excursions, permits are simply issued based on the number of people, and passport details are not required).
Are we insured during the excursion?
Unfortunately, some hotel guides try to convince tourists that their travel insurance is allegedly invalid if they book excursions with external tour operators, as opposed to their own company. This is not true.
Firstly, your travel insurance is valid throughout Egypt, just as it would be if you booked with the hotel’s tour company.
Secondly, if you are on a boat, bus, or other mode of transport, the organizer bears full insurance liability to the passengers. Otherwise, they simply would not be able to obtain a permit to conduct tour activities. Egypt has quite strict tourism regulations, and permits are required before each trip.
How can I retrieve a lost item from a tour?
We always remind our guests to double-check that they have all their belongings when exiting the bus or yacht at the end of the tour. Unfortunately, recovering lost items can be quite challenging due to the immediate departure of vehicles for cleaning and the complexities of Egyptian logistics. While we will do our best to help you locate your belongings, we cannot guarantee a 100% recovery rate. If we are able to find your item, there will be a delivery fee of $5-10. Please be mindful of your belongings!
Should I adjust my plans or wait for the tour?
We have a significant daily influx of booking requests for our programs from tourists. As a result, most excursions are organized daily or on specific days of the week following a detailed schedule provided in each program’s description. After booking, we will send you the exact pick-up time from your hotel. Many tours will be conducted with small groups from various hotels who have purchased excursions through tour operators. The only difference is that our prices are 40-60% lower (our organizers conduct all major excursions in Hurghada and Sharm El-Sheikh for Russian-speaking tourists).
Where can I find the photographer who took photos on the tour?
We would like to inform you that the photographers accompanying you on excursions act as independent representatives of their photo studios. They are not part of our online service or the program organizer team. All terms and conditions related to the photoshoot and its payment are discussed and agreed upon directly between you and the photographer. We recommend that you approach prepayments with caution and ensure the reliability of the services, as well as obtain all the photographer’s contact information before making any payments.