Ramses II at Abu Simbel

Aswan Egypt Optional+ US$236

The temple of Ramses II at Abu Simbel is more than 3,000 years old and is one of Egypt's most magnificent monuments. Modern technology was used to move it in the 1960's to a higher site, out of the way of the waters of the Lake Nasser dam. The excursion includes travel by plane to and from the site, which is often un-reachable by road. Not to be missed!

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Abu Simbel

by – Matt Vernick, Tour Manager, Europe Abu Simbel is one of the most famous temples from ancient Egypt and in a land filled with awesome sights like the Pyramids and Sphinx of Giza, the Temples of Luxor and Karnak as well as the Sahara and the Nile, Abu Simbel stands out for many as the highlight of their trip to Egypt. The structures are over 3000 years old and were built by the uber-fam... more »

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Egypt and the Nile (Tour)

Style of Tour Time Out/Superior/Hotel Tour plus overnight train Featuring Egypt Staying in Cairo, Aswan, Edfu, Luxor, Starting in Cairo Finishing in Cairo Trip Forum Meeting Place Meet others who are going at the Egypt and the Nile Meeting Place More information, dates, rates, and bookings Full itinerary, optional excursions, maps, boo... more »

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Capital: Cairo Currency: Egyptian Pound (official), Euro (unofficial), US Dollar (unofficial) Language: Arabic (Egyptian dialect), English and French widely understood Visas: A vast majority of passport holders can obtain a visa upon entering Egypt. This is often cheaper than obtaining one before you leave home. You should however check Egyptian Consulate web sites for the most up to date information o... more »

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