Abu Simbel, Egypt travel tips
Real traveler tips for Abu Simbel in Egypt: hostels, food, transport, hikes, activities, hidden gems, night life, social life and costs — shared by travelers who have actually been there.
Transport in Abu Simbel
- charlieb: Did anyone else find the 4am bus ride from Aswan absolutely exhausting? I'm wondering if it's better to just fly or if that's even worth the extra money.
Activities in Abu Simbel
- mariah_92: The light show at night is okay but the temples are way more impressive during the day when you can actually see the detail in the stone.
Hidden gems in Abu Simbel
- lucas__: Make sure to look at the small carvings on the side of the thrones, most people just look at the giant faces and miss the cool details.
Transport in Abu Simbel, Egypt
- charlieb: Did anyone else find the 4am bus ride from Aswan absolutely exhausting? I'm wondering if it's better to just fly or if that's even worth the extra money.