Abu Simbel

The Great Temple of Ramesses II at Abu Simbel is one of the most impressive monuments in Egypt. The great rock-cut temples were built by Ramesses II (c1279 – c1213 BC) in the Lower Nubia. They sit on the western banks of Lake Nasser, about 190 miles south of Aswan. You can fly there from Aswan or Cairo. The temples were moved in 1968 when the Aswan High Dam was constructed. The main temple at Abu Simbel features a stunning facade, dominated by four colossal seated statues of Ramesses. Each statue is over 20 metres in height. The smaller temple is dedicated to his wife, Nerfertari. It is fronted by six ten-metre high statues of them both and their children. The interior has the same triangular layout of other Egyptian temples. Each room gets smaller as you enter the complex.

Itineraries

Dahabiya Cruise: Slowly Down the Nile

Cairo - Luxor - Aswan

Slow travel is all about taking it easy and by taking a Dahabiya, you can discover Egypt at a gentler, more refined way.

11 days from £3295 ^{p. p.}

Slow Travel
River Cruises
Historical

See in Full

Simply Egypt

Cairo - Aswan - Luxor

This five-night Egyptian sojourn is for those who want a short snapshot of Egyptian culture and history. Combine Cairo and a short Nile cruise before flying home.

5 days from £1500 ^{p. p.}

River Cruises
First Time Visitor
Historical

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Oberoi Philae & the Red Sea

Cairo - Aswan - Luxor - Hurghada

From the desert oasis of the Sahara to the myriad of fish and coral in the Red Sea, Egypt is an eternal land of contrast, mystery, intrigue, and romance. This delightful suggested itinerary combines Cairo, a Nile cruise on the Oberoi Philae & the Red Sea.

11 days from £4450 ^{p. p.}

River Cruises
Ultimate Luxury Holidays
Historical
Culture & Beach

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Boutique Egypt

Cairo - Luxor - Aswan

Explore Egypt on this privately-guided suggested itinerary combining Cairo, Luxor and Aswan without taking a cruise along the Nile.

10 days from £3350 ^{p. p.}

Slow Travel
Historical
First Time Visitor

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Egypt & Jordan Tour

Cairo - Luxor - Aswan - Amman - Petra - Wadi Rum - Dead Sea

Delve into timeless antiquity in undoubtedly two of the world’s most historically rich destinations, Egypt & Jordan.

16 days from £3465 ^{p. p.}

Longer Journeys
River Cruises
Historical
First Time Visitor

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Oberoi Zahra Cruise

Cairo - Luxor - Aswan

The Oberoi Zahra is unquestionably one of Egypt’s most luxurious and iconic Nile cruises. You'll cruise along the Nile, being looked after by the finest Egyptologists. Stay in fabulous cabins and relishing world-class cuisine and spa treatments.

11 days from £3795 ^{p. p.}