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two full days in aswan & abusimbel

The high dam, the unfinished obelisk, the temple of philae, the nubian village & abu simbel

 
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Luxor Thebes Egypt Egypt private tour, personal tour
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Aswan the best winter resort in Egypt. mosques, bazaars, Ferial Gardens, Nubian Museum, Fatimid Cemetery, Unfinished Obelisk , Kitchener's Island & Elephantine Island which is the largest in Aswan. Take a private tour in the morning to explore three of Aswan most popular and well known sites. Walk on the High Dam which separates Lake Nasser from the Nile, be astounded at the size of the Unfinished Obelisk, and enjoy the beauty of Philae Temple's island location . afternoon we will visit the Nubian using a motor boat and see the type of life and learn about their culture, and how they keep crocodiles in their houses and see the Nubian woman, her hand made stuff scarves, bracelets, necklaces and other things made out of camel bones, stones and wood, And Tattoos using the black Henna with its nice and various patterns. on the way back, we will stop for a camel ride in the desert . in the second day early pick up to drive to abu simbel temple to see its two temples
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  Itinerary:
pick up to the High Dam of Aswan, an engineering miracle when it was built in the 1960s.

Continue to the Unfinished Obelisk in the granite quarries of Aswan where much of the red granite used for ancient temples and colossi came from.
A short motorboat ride takes you to the island where your I will take you on a walking tour through the temple before allowing you free time to explore further on your own.

afternoon Sail to Soheil Island for an insight into the Nubian lifestyle. Here you will visit a Nubian house and spend time with the Nubian people, learning about their history, culture and lifestyle.

You will sail by either felucca or motorised boat, depending on the currents and tides of the Nile on the day.
in the second day
early pick up (3:30)to See the magnificent temples of Abu Simbel you'll agree that the Great Temple is one of the most impressive sites in Egypt, and the highlight of any trip to Egypt. back to aswan ( 1:30)
  Where and When:
Meet up location: We pick you up at any Luxor hotels, cruise ships, flats ...etc
End location: We will drop you off at any Luxor hotels, cruise ships, flats ..etc
Duration: 2 days
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  Pricing:
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TOUR PRICE:  (duration 2 days)
330 USD (for up to 4 people)
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  Estimated Local Cash Needed:
300 egyptian pounds - entrance fees
  What's Included:
my services as Academic Egyptologist speaking guide during tour
Transportation by private air-conditioned deluxe vehicle
Mineral water and soft drinks on board vehicle

Shopping tours during the tour in Luxor bazaars

Service charges and taxes included in tour price

convey permissions( aswan to abusimbel)
  What's Extra:
Personal expenses..entrance fees ,meals
  Details:
Tour #: 26287
Tour Type: Youth and Family, Cultural, City
Transportation Method: Transportation by private air-conditioned deluxe coach
Activity Level: Minimal
Friendly: Yes.
Kid Friendly: Yes.
Language(s): Arabic (fluent), English (fluent), German (fluent) explanation
Maximum travelers: 4
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