Embark on a captivating Aswan day tour with an expert guide. Explore the iconic Philae Temple, witness the grandeur of the Unfinished Obelisk, and marvel at the engineering marvel of the High Dam.
- Aswan High Dam - At 8:00 am, your tour guide will pick you up from your hotel, Nile cruise, or even the airport in Aswan to enjoy a day tour in this amazing city. Begin your tour with a visit to the High Dam, an engineering marvel constructed in 1960 to protect Egypt from the annual Nile floods.
- Unfinished Obelisk - Next, visit the Unfinished Obelisk, which demonstrates the techniques used by ancient Egyptians to carve obelisks. It is believed that this obelisk was intended for Queen Hatshepsut, a ruler of the 18th Dynasty and the royal wife of King Tuthmosis II. She was also the owner of a temple on the eastern bank of Luxor. Some also believe it may have belonged to Queen Nefertiti.
- Temple of Philae - Continue to the majestic Philae Temple, built in honor of the Goddess Isis, the chief deity of the island. Afterward, you will be transferred back to your hotel.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Entry Fees
- All service charges & taxes
- Egyptologist guide
- bottled water
- Personal Items
- Tipping
- any Optional Tours
Embark on a comprehensive journey through scenic Aswan, led by a knowledgeable Egyptologist. Using an air-conditioned transport, begin by observing the Aswan High Dam, a colossal structure from the 1960s created to control the Nile’s yearly flood. Take in the sight of the dam and proceed to the Unfinished Obelisk, a massive partially-hewn obelisk left deserted in its quarry by ancient laborers. Subsequently, take a boat ride to the beautiful island-based Philae Temple. Explore the impressive courts, terraces, and rooms dedicated to the Goddess Isis, before making your way back to the city of Aswan.
- Entry fees includes basic area only
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.