Philae Temple High Dam and Obelisk Tour from Luxor

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Itinerary

1. Depart from the hotel in Luxor to Aswan by road estimates 4 Hours

   4 h

2. Discover the enchanting Philae Temple, a majestic complex dedicated to the goddess Isis and a masterpiece of Greco-Roman artistry. Located on Agilkia Island, this temple is famous for its intricate carvings and serves as a testament to ancient devotion and modern preservation. After being moved stone by stone to escape the rising Nile, it now stands as a stunning highlight of Aswan, offering a serene glimpse into Egypt's mythological past.

   1 hAdmission included

3. Discover the Aswan High Dam, a 20th-century engineering marvel and a symbol of modern Egypt’s vision. Spanning over 3,800 meters across the Nile, this massive rock-fill dam tamed the river’s annual floods, creating Lake Nasser—one of the largest man-made lakes in the world. As you stand atop this impressive structure, you’ll enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the vast reservoir on one side and the flowing Nile on the other. Beyond its role in providing vital irrigation and hydroelectric power, the High Dam is a testament to human ingenuity and a pivotal site in Egypt’s contemporary history.

   15 minAdmission included

4. Visit the Unfinished Obelisk, a colossal granite monument that offers a rare glimpse into the ambitious engineering of ancient Egypt. Commissioned by Queen Hatshepsut, this massive structure would have been the largest obelisk ever credited to the era, but it was abandoned after a significant crack appeared in the stone during its extraction. Located in the northern quarries of Aswan, the site serves as an open-air museum where you can see the precise marks left by ancient tools and techniques. It stands as a powerful symbol of both the grand vision of Egypt's pharaohs and the raw challenges of working with such monumental stone.

   15 minAdmission included

5. Your adventure concludes with a return to your hotel, leaving you with memories of Egypt's wonders. Estimated arrival at the hotel in Luxor from Aswan by road 4 Hours

   4 h

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

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How it compares in Luxor

• Its from-price is 71% above the median of the 501 day trips we list in Luxor.
• It is longer than most of them.
• The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Luxor

Luxor stands on the site of ancient Thebes, with vast temples on the Nile's east bank and the royal tombs of the Valley of the Kings across the river.

On the east bank, the Karnak temple complex spreads across acres of pylons, obelisks and the forest of columns in its Great Hypostyle Hall. An avenue of sphinxes links it to Luxor Temple in the town centre, which is especially atmospheric when lit up in the evening. The Luxor Museum and the Mummification Museum sit along the riverside corniche.

Top-ranked sights in Luxor: Valley of the Kings, Temple of Hatshepsut (at Deir el-Bahari), Colossi of Memnon.

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