Aswan from Luxor by First-Class Train: Philae Temple, High Dam & Unfinished Obelisk

Your Gem Explore Egypt representative will pick you up from your hotel in Luxor and transfer you comfortably to Luxor Railway Station. Board the first-class train to Aswan and enjoy the scenic journey through the beautiful landscapes of Upper Egypt.

Upon arrival at Aswan Railway Station, meet your private Egyptologist guide and begin your guided exploration of the city’s most important landmarks.

Your first visit will be to the impressive Aswan High Dam, one of the most significant engineering projects in modern Egyptian history. Learn how the dam transformed the management of the Nile River, helped protect Egypt from devastating floods, supported irrigation, and contributed to the production of hydroelectric power.

Continue to the famous Unfinished Obelisk, located in the ancient granite quarries of Aswan. This enormous monument provides a fascinating insight into the techniques used by ancient Egyptian craftsmen to quarry and shape massive stone monuments. Your guide will explain how the obelisk was carved and why the project was eventually abandoned.

Enjoy an optional lunch at a local restaurant in Aswan. Lunch is optional and not included in the tour price. Your guide can recommend a suitable restaurant according to your preferences.

Continue to the Nile River and take a scenic motorboat ride to Agilkia Island, home to the magnificent Philae Temple. Dedicated primarily to the goddess Isis, Philae was one of ancient Egypt’s most important religious sanctuaries. Explore its impressive pylons, courtyards, columns, and beautifully decorated chambers while learning about the fascinating myths of Isis, Osiris, and Horus. The temple complex was carefully relocated to higher ground as part of an international effort to save it from the rising waters created by the Aswan High Dam.

After completing your sightseeing in Aswan, return to Aswan Railway Station and board the first-class train back to Luxor. Upon arrival, your private transfer will meet you and drive you back to your hotel, concluding your unforgettable day trip from Luxor to Aswan.