Your Aswan experience, made effortless
Discover the highlights of ancient and modern Aswan on a carefully arranged 2-day Aswan and Abu Simbel tour from Cairo by flight, including one night of accommodation in Aswan. This experience combines some of southern Egypt's most important historical sites with a unique cultural experience focused on traditional Egyptian oils and perfumes.
Your journey begins with a flight from Cairo to Aswan, followed by a visit to the magnificent Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis and located on an island in the Nile. Continue to the Unfinished Obelisk, one of the most important archaeological sites in Aswan and an extraordinary example of ancient Egyptian stone-working techniques.
Enjoy lunch before continuing to your selected hotel for an overnight stay in Aswan. Accommodation can be arranged in a 4-star or 5-star hotel, according to your preference.
On the second day, travel to Abu Simbel to visit its remarkable temples, among the most impressive monuments of ancient Nubia and the reign of King Ramses II. After the visit, enjoy lunch before continuing to a traditional medical and aromatic oils factory, where you can discover the production of natural oils and learn about the art of perfume making in Egypt.
During this experience, learn about the famous fragrances and aromatic oils associated with ancient Egyptian kings and queens, and discover how perfumes played an important role in ancient Egyptian life and traditions.
After completing the program, continue to the airport for your return flight to Cairo. With flights, private guiding, private transportation, accommodation, entrance tickets, meals, and comprehensive transfers included, this two-day journey offers an enriching way to discover Aswan and Abu Simbel while experiencing an authentic side of Egyptian heritage and traditional craftsmanship.
Further reading: Abu Simbel Guide: Visiting Ramses II's Masterpiece and Aswan Travel Guide: Temples, Nubia and the Nile.