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Private Tour to the Philae Temple, Unfinished Obelisk High Dam,

About this experience

Explore the highlights of Aswan from ancient to modern; High Dam, Philae temple and the Unfinished Obelisk in this private half-day tour, with a private tour guide. Hear the stories of the Nubian immigration and learn more about their culture.With door-to-door transfer by a private A/C vehicle from your hotel, Nile Cruise or port in Aswan

At a glance

  • Duration: 5 hr
  • Private experience

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Private Tour to the Philae Temple, Unfinished Obelisk High Dam,
Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour5 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide)
Tour arrangementPrivate experience

Set aside 5 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What is included

  • Entrance fee
  • Pickup service from your Hotel/ Nile cruise and return.
  • Private Sedan or minivan a/c car.
  • English speaking Egyptologist guide.

Not included

  • Any Extra

Itinerary and highlights

our tour guide will pick you up from Hotel / Nile Cruise on time, by air-conditioned car.In the way your guide will give you general information about your day tour, start by visiting the High Dam; an epic engineering accomplishment achieved between 1960 and 1970. It was largely financed and supervised by the Soviet Union.

Proceed to visit the magnificent Greco Roman Temple of the goddess Isis; the chief deity of the island using a small motorboat to get there.

Then, to the unfinished Obelisk, about 40 meters in length and 1000 tons, which is considered to be the longest and the heaviest obelisk ever cut in Egypt, most probably belongs to the famous queen Hatshepsut.
Then, drive back to your hotel in Aswan.

Meeting and pickup information

  • we pick up all travellers

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Al Sahel Travel

Accessibility and practical details

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 5 hr.
What are the pickup arrangements?
we pick up all travellers
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Child tickets: age 5–11; Adult tickets: age 12+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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