Stand before Ramses II's colossi, carved into the mountainside above Lake Nasser.
Abu Simbel · colossal statues carved into rockThe Experience
Few monuments humble like Abu Simbel. Carved into a mountainside over 3,000 years ago by Ramses II, and dedicated to himself and his beloved queen Nefertari, its colossal guardians have watched the sun rise over Nubia for three millennia.
With an Egyptologist beside you, you'll explore the great temples and their breathtaking interiors, and hear the extraordinary story of how they were lifted stone by stone to escape the rising waters of Lake Nasser, one of history's greatest feats of preservation.
What you'll experience
Every moment is composed and quietly looked after, from the first pickup to the last golden hour.
Four colossal statues guarding a mountainside sanctuary.
A rare temple dedicated to a queen, beside her king's.
The story of relocating the temples to save them from Lake Nasser.
Context and history brought to life throughout the day.
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