A wonderful opportunity to see the sunrise at the Abu-Simbel Temples. Later, transfer to Abu-Simbel Airport for your flight to Aswan. Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to your hotel, the luxurious Aswan Obelisk Nile Hotel for check-in. Start your tour visiting the Botanical Gardens and the exterior of the Agha Khan Mausoleum by "Felucca" (sailboat). Also, visit the Temple of Isis on Philae Island. In the afternoon, visit the High Dam, Granite Quarries, and the Unfinished Obelisk. Also, visit Kalabsha Temple built during the Augustus Empire. Also visit the Roman Kiosk of Qertassi, a small Roman temple, and the Shrine of Ramses II from Beit El-Wali. Proceed to visit the Nobles site. These tombs were constructed by Nobles and Princes of the region about 2300 BC. Important among them are the tombs of Mehu, Sirenput, Pepi-Nakht, and Khuf Har. Continue your tour at the Nubian Museum which details the Nubian history from past to present time including some Coptic Christian and Islamic art as well. In the afternoon visit the Nubian village, including a special visit to a Nubian home. There you will be served tea and have a short social discussion with the locals and observe their way of life. In the afternoon, ride camels in the desert to the Tomb of Nomarchs and the majestic Monastery of St. Simeon. Later, transfer back to your hotel. In the evening you will be met and transferred to Philae Temple by Felucca to attend the magnificent Sound and Light show. Transfer back to your hotel. Overnight.
Meals: Breakfast
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