Private Aswan Sightseeing Tour: 3 Amazing Sites – Philae Temple, High Dam & Unfinished Obelisk

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Overview

  • Duration:9 hours 0 minutes
  • Travelers:3 - 5 guests
  • Tour Type:Daily tour, Private tour
  • Language:English, French, German, Italian
Discover the timeless beauty of Aswan, one of Egypt’s most enchanting cities, on a private sightseeing
tour through its most important ancient and modern landmarks.

With Gem Explore Egypt, explore the impressive Aswan High Dam, discover the remarkable Unfinished
Obelisk, and sail by motorboat across the Nile to the beautiful island temple of Philae, dedicated to the
goddess Isis.

Accompanied by a private Egyptologist guide and traveling in a comfortable private air-conditioned
vehicle, you will experience the fascinating history, mythology, engineering, and cultural heritage of this
legendary Nubian city.

Enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant and discover the unique charm of Aswan before returning
comfortably to your hotel or Nile cruise.
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Highlights

  • Philae Temple
  • Sail across the Nile by motorboat to the beautiful Temple of Philae, dedicated primarily to Isis, the
  • goddess of motherhood, love, and magic. Discover the temple’s fascinating history and learn how the
  • entire complex was carefully relocated to Agilkia Island during the UNESCO Nubian Campaign to save it
  • from the rising waters of Lake Nasser.
  • � Aswan High Dam
  • Visit one of Egypt’s greatest modern engineering achievements. Learn how the High Dam transformed
  • Egypt by controlling the annual Nile floods, generating hydroelectric power, and supporting irrigation
  • and agriculture.
  • � Unfinished Obelisk
  • Explore the largest known ancient obelisk, left unfinished in the granite quarries of Aswan. Discover how
  • ancient Egyptian craftsmen worked with enormous stone blocks and learn why this magnificent
  • monument was never completed.
  • Egyptian Lunch
  • Enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant during your sightseeing tour.
  • � Private Transportation & Guide
  • Explore Aswan comfortably with a private air-conditioned vehicle and a professional private Egyptologist
  • guide.

Includes/Excludes

  • * Private pickup and drop-off from your hotel or Nile cruise in Aswan
  • * All transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicle
  • * Private qualified Egyptologist tour guide
  • * Motorboat ride to and from Philae Temple
  • * Entrance fees to all mentioned sightseeing
  • * Delicious lunch at a local restaurant
  • * Mineral water during the tour
  • * All service charges and taxes
  • * Personal expenses
  • * Any additional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
  • * Optional entrance tickets not mentioned in the program
  • * Tipping for the guide and driver

Cancellation policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

Frequently asked questions

What Travelers Need to Know

* This is a private tour, allowing you to explore Aswan comfortably at your own pace.
* The visit to Philae Temple includes a scenic motorboat ride across the Nile.
* Comfortable walking shoes, sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat are recommended.
* Please inform us in advance about any dietary requirements or food allergies.
* The tour can be arranged for guests staying in Aswan hotels or traveling aboard Nile cruises, subject to
the cruise schedule and docking arrangements.
* The itinerary can be customized according to your interests and available time.
* The order of visits may be adjusted depending on the opening hours and operational conditions of the
archaeological sites

Extra Services

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