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Philae Temple and Aswan Highlights Day Tour
Aswan
Important Information
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Explore Aswan's rich history and architectural marvels in this engaging half-day tour. Visit the monumental Aswan High Dam, learn about its significance, and stand before the impressive Unfinished Obelisk. Conclude your journey at the enchanting Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis, where you can appreciate the stunning temple complex set against the backdrop of Lake Nasser. This tour is perfect for history enthusiasts and travelers seeking to dive deep into Egypt's ancient heritage. Enjoy convenient pickup and drop-off and benefit from an expert guide’s insights throughout the tour.
- Duration: 4 hours of cultural exploration - Visit top historical sites: Aswan High Dam, Unfinished...
Highlights
5 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 4 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
5 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 4 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Motorboat ride to Philae Temple
Private air-conditioned transportation
Bottled water
Professional Egyptologist guide
Entrance fees ( If selected )
Hotel, airport, or Nile cruise pickup and drop-off
Personal expenses
Gratuities (optional)
Philae Temple and Aswan Highlights Day Tour
Aswan
About
Explore Aswan's rich history and architectural marvels in this engaging half-day tour. Visit the monumental Aswan High Dam, learn about its significance, and stand before the impressive Unfinished Obelisk. Conclude your journey at the enchanting Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis, where you can appreciate the stunning temple complex set against the backdrop of Lake Nasser. This tour is perfect for history enthusiasts and travelers seeking to dive deep into Egypt's ancient heritage. Enjoy convenient pickup and drop-off and benefit from an expert guide’s insights throughout the tour.
- Duration: 4 hours of cultural exploration - Visit top historical sites: Aswan High Dam, Unfinished...
Highlights
5 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 4 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
5 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 4 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Motorboat ride to Philae Temple
Private air-conditioned transportation
Bottled water
Professional Egyptologist guide
Entrance fees ( If selected )
Hotel, airport, or Nile cruise pickup and drop-off
Pickup from Your Hotel or Nile Cruise
Your professional Egyptologist guide and private driver will meet you at your hotel, Nile cruise, airport, or selected location in Aswan. Begin your sightseeing adventure in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle.
30 minutes
2
Temple of Philae
Explore Philae Temple
Walk through the temple dedicated to the goddess Isis while admiring elegant columns, detailed reliefs, sacred sanctuaries, and beautifully preserved hieroglyphics. Your guide will explain the fascinating mythology surrounding Isis and the remarkable UNESCO project that relocated the temple to protect it from flooding.
2 hours
3
Unfinished Obelisk
Explore the Unfinished Obelisk
Continue to the ancient granite quarry to visit the impressive Unfinished Obelisk. Discover how ancient craftsmen carved enormous obelisks directly from solid granite and learn why this giant monument was never completed. Observe the original tool marks that remain visible after thousands of years.
1 hour
4
Aswan High Dam
Visit the Aswan High Dam
Your first stop is the remarkable Aswan High Dam. Learn how this massive engineering project controls the annual flooding of the Nile, generates hydroelectric power, and created the enormous Lake Nasser. Enjoy panoramic views from the top of the dam while your guide explains its importance to modern Egypt.
1 hour
5
Aswan
Return to Aswan
After completing your visit, board the motorboat back to the mainland before returning comfortably to your hotel or Nile cruise.
