Private Tour to High Dam, The Obelisk, and Philae Temple of Aswan
- 6h 30m
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 5 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Discover three of Aswan’s top attractions on this private, comprehensive excursion. Begin with a pick-up from your hotel or Nile cruise in a modern, air-conditioned vehicle. Your first stop is the impressive Aswan High Dam, a marvel of 20th-century engineering. Next, explore the Unfinished Obelisk, an intriguing site that offers insight into ancient Egyptian craftsmanship. The tour continues with a scenic boat ride to the Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis, where you can delve into Egypt’s rich mythology and history. The tour includes all transfers, bottled water, and the expertise of a qualified guide, ensuring a seamless and informative experience.
Inclusions
What's included
- Motorboat to visit Philae Temple
- Private tour
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Qualified drivers.
- Bottle of Water During the Tour
- Expert tour guide.
- Pick up services from your hotel and return
- All service charges and taxes
What's not
- Lunch
- Tipping
Itinerary
Start your day tour in Aswan with a convenient pick-up from your hotel or cruise ship.
Your first stop is the Aswan High Dam, an engineering marvel completed in the 1960s. From the top of the dam, you can enjoy stunning views across Lake Nasser, with sights including the Kalabsha Temple to the south and the vast power station to the north.
Next, visit the Unfinished Obelisk in Aswan’s granite quarries, where much of the red granite for ancient temples and statues was sourced. This massive obelisk, still embedded in the rock, was abandoned when a crack was discovered. Your qualified Egyptologist guide will explain the carving process and the reasons behind its abandonment.
The final stop is the renowned Temple of Philae, dedicated to the goddess Isis. The temple was meticulously relocated to its current site (approximately 500 meters from its original location) to protect it from the rising waters caused by the High Dam's construction. A short motorboat ride will take you to the island, where your guide will lead a walking tour through the temple. You’ll also have some free time to explore the site further on your own.
After your tour, you’ll be dropped off at your hotel or Nile cruise in Aswan.
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
- Operated by
- Luxor Magic Tours
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in Aswan
- Its from-price is 52% below the median of the 1751 experiences we list in Aswan.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- 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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