Day 9
Abu simble Temple and Nile cruise boarding
Today you will be checking out from your hotel very early because you will start the drive to the magnificent rock-carved Abu Simbel Temples. You will be given a “Breakfast Box” when you check out. The drive from Aswan to the temples takes about 3 hours, but you can be sure it is more than worth it because these are among the very best ancient temples in Egypt.
Built during the reign of Pharaoh Ramses II, the two gigantic temple were built to serve as lasting monuments to himself and his beloved wife, Queen Nefertari, while also commemorating his victory at the Battle of Kadesh. Both temples were dedicated to the universal gods: Amun, Ra-Horakhty, Ptah, and to Ramses II himself. In short, words simply cannot accurately describe this incredible site.
You will then return to Aswan, and you will be taken to board your Nile River cruise shortly before lunch. Enjoy lunch, dinner, and a good night’s rest in your cabin on the water at Aswan.