Aswan Unfinished Obelisk Shared Group Tour
- 3–4 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 5 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Explore the top historical landmarks of Aswan with ease and comfort. This tour brings you to the High Dam, a massive modern feat of engineering that offers stunning views of Lake Nasser. You will also visit the beautiful Philae Temple, reachable by a traditional motorboat, where you can admire its sacred halls and ancient carvings. Additionally, you’ll discover the Unfinished Obelisk at the ancient granite quarries, providing a rare look into the craftsmanship of the Pharaohs. With an expert Egyptologist guide by your side, you will enjoy a flexible and informative experience tailored to your pace.
Inclusions
What's included
- Egyptologist English guide
- All transfers by private A/C modern vehicle
- Hotel or cruise pickup and drop off
- Bottle of water
Itinerary
Explore one of the most significant engineering feats of the 20th century. Our guide will explain how this massive dam was built to control the Nile's floods and generate power for Egypt.
Take a short, scenic motorboat ride to Agilkia Island to visit the breathtaking Temple of Isis. Our guide will lead you through the majestic pylons and colonnades, sharing the romantic legends of Isis and Osiris. You'll also learn the incredible story of how UNESCO moved the entire temple complex stone by stone to save it from the rising waters of the Nile.
Visit the ancient granite quarries to see the largest known ancient obelisk. Our guide will show you how the ancient Egyptians carved these massive monuments directly out of the bedrock and explain the techniques used to separate the stone. It's a unique look into the "behind the scenes" of Pharaoh-level construction and why this specific project was abandoned.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is included for everyone.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 15 travellers
- Operated by
- Egypt Holiday Aswan
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in Aswan
- Its from-price is 58% below the median of the 1751 experiences we list in Aswan.
- It is shorter than most of them.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Aswan
Aswan is Egypt's serene southern city on the Nile, where feluccas glide between granite islands, Nubian villages and palm-fringed riverbanks.
The Nile is at its most beautiful here, broken by granite boulders and green islands. Elephantine Island holds ruins of ancient temples and colourful Nubian villages, Kitchener's Island is covered by a botanical garden, and on the west bank the Tombs of the Nobles are cut into the cliffs of Qubbet el-Hawa, while the domed Mausoleum of the Aga Khan stands on a desert hill further south.
Top-ranked sights in Aswan: Abu Simbel Temples, Philae Temple (Temple of Isis), Aswan High Dam.
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