it is a private TOUR with a professional EGYPTOLOGEST TOUR guide with a lot of knowledge about EGYPT nowadays local life and at the past in a very comfortable modern A.C car with a professional driver
pickup from 4.00a.m up to 11.00 a.m in a modern a.c car driving 3 hours through the Sahara desert having a break in a camp in a middle of the desert then arriving to abu simble to join the professional Egyptologest tour guide listing to the exiting stories belongs to the king Ramesses 2 and the second temple built to his beloved wife queen Nefrtari both carved out of the mountain in about 1300 B.C and how those two temples had been saved and relocated from being in danger of submerging by water from lack Nasser at 1964
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4.9★279 reviews
Romany was a great driver. He was right on time, gave us some waters and drove us around. We ended up taking an extra 2 hours and it didn't bother him. I would highly recommend Romany to anyone taking this trip.
Michael_M · Jan 2026 · via Viator
I was desperate to see Abu Simbel whilst also short on time. This trip was flexible and efficient to suit my preferences. Worryingly the contact company gave me the wrong meeting point, so was really worried I'd miss my 'Bucket List' trip, but the driver waited half an hour for me so my dream adventure remained. I was short on time, so a personal driver by car means you travel that bit quicker than a coach, for what is a long drive. The car was modern & comfortable, and the driver pleasant. When we arrived he said I could stay as long as I wanted. Didn't try to rush you as some other tours there do. Simply said how long do you want and where to meet afterwards. Perfect.
Meander241315 · Jan 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Hello, We went to Abu Simbel with the driver Koko, he arrived on time in front of the hotel and the journey went very well with him. Super Driver
Amy w · Jan 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Everything was very smooth and on time. Also the driver Adele was super nice! My sister and I had a great day exploring Abu Simbel :) Very satisfied with this experience and highly recommend to others!
Yukyung_M · Jan 2026 · via Viator
It was initially challenging to reach the tour company to arrange pickup, as the number provided didn’t work and they didn’t proactively reach out. We did, however, have a very nice SUV for the drive and a friendly driver. The guide at Abu Simbel was informative and pleasant. Unfortunately, the return journey soured the experience. We paid top dollar for this tour specifically so we would have a comfortable car and an easy trip. When I told the driver that we were staying in a guesthouse in a Nubian Village, he informed us that we would need to transfer to a tuk-tuk to reach our accommodation. This sounded reasonable (and was disclosed in the ad), but the way this transfer was arranged and executed left a lot to be desired. He stopped on the side of a four-lane divided highway, on the opposite side from the tuk-tuks, and waved down a cargo trike—which, luckily, crossed to our side of the highway. He loaded our bags, which completely filled the cargo bed, and then indicated that we would ride on top of our suitcases in the back. We set off on a very long ride through a very dusty village with a driver who didn’t seem to know where he was going. While I understand that this tour company does not drive into the village, it would have been nice if our driver had taken a bit more care in getting us to our final destination.
Kevin_M · Jan 2026 · via Viator
The trip started on-time at 08:00 AM with pickup at my cruise ship dock by the driver, Romany. His small SUV was clean and comfortable, with blackout shades in the windows for those who want a nap. The drive began with quick stops in Aswan for water & snacks and then gas for the long journey. The road is bumpy and really rough in spots, but we cruised for most of it. Mobile service worked off and on for the first hour, but then in the middle of the drive, it was gone. No WiFi was offered to me, but I also didn’t ask. I was happy to unplug and do some offline things for the rest of the drive. About halfway to Abu Simbel, Romany stopped at a shop/market for us to have a restroom break. Upon arrival at Abu Simbel about 12:00 PM, my super friendly tour guide Wallid was ready and waiting. He gave me an excellent overview of the site and its history at the visitor center and led me to the walkway to the two temples. He’s a native resident of Abu Simbel, and his father worked on the relocation of the temple in the 1960s. A genuinely sweet man with good English. I then met up with him after visiting the temples. He asked if I had any questions, and we parted ways from there. After the temple visit, Romany took me to a fantastic local Abu Simbel restaurant he highly recommended called Elmodhesh Fish Restaurant. He said it was the best fish in the area. And my meal was one of the best I experienced during my trip to Egypt. I had Fish Tagine with rice, fresh bread & tahini. The cost with drink was just 500 EGP or $10 USD. The drive back was long and a bit tiring with the bumpy, rough road. But we made it back to my hotel (the Movenpick Aswan) by 19:00 (7:00 PM). It was an 11-hour day, but definitely a memorable, safe, and enjoyable trip. I definitely recommend this tour if you want to visit Abu Simbel by private car from Aswan.
Brad_S · Jan 2026 · via Viator
We had a great experience with Koko as our driver from Aswan to Abu Simbel. The journey was very comfortable, and Koko was kind, respectful, and professional throughout the trip. The driving was smooth and safe, which made the long ride (around 3.5h) very pleasant. He even brought us a small breakfast with snacks, which was a thoughtful touch. Best driver of our vacation! Highly recommended.
416edoardof · Jan 2026 · via Tripadvisor
We had a great time at Abu symbol. Mina was very knowledgeable and entertaining. And the drive was very interesting. Well worth the trip and no issues with traveling there in a private van. MARK did a great job driving and keeping us safe. Would recommend it.!
Sharon_R · Jan 2026 · via Viator
I am writing this review for our driver, Koko, who was absolutely perfect. He was extremely professional, kind, and attentive throughout the entire day. He provided us with water and snacks and always anticipated our needs before we even had to ask. The day was wonderful, and it was especially thanks to him that everything went so smoothly and pleasantly. Thank you, Koko — you truly made the experience special. /P
Patrik G · Jan 2026 · via Tripadvisor
We had a great experience today thanks to our super experienced driver Hany Amir. It’s a long way to Abu Simbel, and Hany made the drive so enjoyable by introducing us the scenes along the way (such as the natural pyramids, the farms, and the mirage in the desert). After visiting Abu Simbel for two hours, he took us to a fish restaurant in Abu Simbel and both the fish and the tajine were so tasty! Along the way we also stopped at a coffee shop with two cute cats 🐱 🐱 Overall, the ride is smooth and the car is spacious and clean, and the long trip to Abu Simbel is definitely worth it.
Yao_Y · Jan 2026 · via Viator
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