Originally Posted by
Graciecatt
It's not an option with our tour company/package. I asked it we could pay extra to fly but was told it was not an option. I know you *can* fly and they have an airport but it seems that our tour company does not provide that service.
Gotcha. It wasn't clear if you knew flying was an option. Just brainstorming, but if the long drive is an optional add-on you'd be paying extra for anyway, can you just ditch the tour company that day and fly down yourself on your own dime? It's really easy / convenient to fly back and forth as a day trip. I did think Abu Simbel really cool to see in person and was worth it.