Aswan One-Day Itinerary: Abu Simbel + Philae Temple + Nubian Village

Here’s your optimized one-day Aswan plan — early start, big rewards! 🌅 3:30 AM: Abu Simbel Temples Shared transport pickup ($10 pp) 🚐 3-4 hrs drive through Sahara Desert 🏜️ ✨ Marvel at Ramesses II & Nefertari’s colossal temples 💤 Sleep on the way — save your energy! 📸 Don’t forget your passport info was sent in advance 🏛️ 11:30 AM: Philae Temple Boat to the island 🚤 (you negotiated 70 EGP round trip for 3 — well done!) Temple of Goddess Isis — stunning and photogenic 📷 ⚠️ Confirm boatman waits or has your number — don’t get stranded! 🛶 3:00 PM: Nubian Village Colorful houses 🎨, crocs 🐊, coffee ☕, souvenirs 🧣 Bargain hard! Start at 200 EGP for 700 EGP items 💬 Great cultural vibe — touristy but authentic 🌄 6:00 PM: Old Cataract Hotel & Dinner Historic luxury hotel overlooking the Nile 💎 Arabic restaurant — no dress code, live music sometimes 🎶 Dinner ~200 RMB/person (appetizer + main + dessert + drink) 🍽️ Perfect end with epic Nile views 🌊 📌 Logistics Tips: 🏨 Stay at Obelisk Nile Hotel (~200+ RMB/night, Nile view possible) 🚗 Private Abu Simbel car ~2500 EGP (~$80) — good for groups 🎫 Entrance fees: Philae 450 EGP, Abu Simbel higher — bring cash 💎 In a Nutshell: Time Activity Tips 3:30 AM - 12 PM Abu Simbel Pre-book transport, sleep in car 😴 12:30 - 2:30 PM Philae Temple Boat negotiation essential 🚤 3 - 5 PM Nubian Village Bargain + crocs + coffee 🐊☕ 6 PM+ Old Cataract Dinner Relax, no dress code, Nile views 🌅 ⏳ This is a marathon day — doable if you’re short on time. For a chill vibe, split into 2 days! #Egypt #Aswan #AbuSimbel #PhilaeTemple #NubianVillage #OldCataractHotel #NileRiver #TravelEgypt #SoloTravel 🌍✈️🐪💦