Abu Simbel is a part of Southern Egypt. It is a small village and is presently blooming to be a popular destination of Egypt. Abu Simbel is famous for its sublime temples, Nubian domes and little village houses. We, Trekhops, will guide you through the Best Abu Simbel tours.
Start your Abu Simbel vacation with a visit to the Twin Temples. It was established by Pharaoh Ramses II around the 13th century. The Twin Temples have four colossal statues of Pharaohs at its four corners. Reliefs depicting Ramses' military victories and divine status are intricately carved inside. The Twin Temple has a great temple and a small temple. The Small Temple will catch your eyes more, owing to its intricacy and carvings. It was made in memory of Queen Nefertari and the goddess Hathor. The Great Temple was dedicated to gods Amon-Ra, Ra-Harakhti, and Ptah. The Abu Simbel temple tour showcases the victory of the Egyptian empire and the pride of Ramses II.
Enjoy your Abu Simbel day trip from Aswan to explore the sublime temples here. Four sculptures of Ramesses II look down at guests. Watch the statues sitting close to and between the legs of Ramesses. There are individuals from his regal family, including his spouse Nefertari, children, girls, and his mom. Eight statues of Osiris with Ramesses II like facial features, fill the first main chamber of the temple. You will have a unique experience in this complex age-old temple. The broken statue was damaged in an earthquake, and a portion of it is on the ground in front of the façade. There are various chambers and vestibules to explore the Great Temple.
The statues of Ramesses II, Ptah, Amon-Ra, along with Ra-Harakhti, all deified. They are housed in this small room at the back of the temple. Even after the temple was relocated in the 1960s, the first rays of the sun entered this room twice a year, on February 22 and October 22. These are the peak times for tourists to visit as well.
Egypt Abu Simbel tours are incomplete without Nubian monuments. Visit this UNESCO- World Heritage site to watch Abu Simbel’s historical past. The monuments stretch from Abu Simbel to Philae. Abu Simbel UNESCO sites that you can visit are Abu Simbel, Amada, Wadi Sebua, Kalabsha, Philae (Island of Agilkia), Old and Middle Kingdom Tombs, Ruins of town of Elephantine, Stone quarries and obelisk.
Spend a night here to experience the luxury Abu Simbel tours. Watch the sound and light show here at night. Wake yourself up to the best sunrise across the Nubian monuments for a dreamy adventure tour. The most popular stays here are Kabara Nubian House and the Eskaleh Nubian House. These are Nubian-themed guesthouses in Abu Simbel, offering a real Nubian experience. The amenities they provide highlight its vibrant style, local Nubian cooking, and social activities, giving you a special chance to drench yourself in the rich legacy and tradition of the Nubian public.
Try traditional and authentic dishes in Abu Simbel to wrap up your trip. Taste Nubian dishes like Kofta (spiced meatballs), Kisra (a type of bread), and Ful Medames (stewed fava beans). Do not miss Dama (a flavored meat stew) and therapeutic Hibiscus tea for the beverage. Each flavor offers a rich taste of Nubian culture.
