Private Aswan Highlights Tour – Philae Temple, High Dam & Unfinished Obelisk

Duration

4 to 5 hours

Max People

30

Min Age

3+

Tour Overview

Discover the timeless beauty of Aswan on this private half-day tour. Visit the majestic Philae Temple dedicated to Isis, marvel at the engineering of the High Dam, and explore the ancient Unfinished Obelisk in the granite quarries. Includes hotel, cruise, or airport pickup and entrance fees.

Tour Highlights

  • Explore the Temple of Isis at Philae, one of Egypt’s most picturesque temples
  • Visit the massive Aswan High Dam and enjoy sweeping Nile views
  • Discover the secrets of ancient stonework at the Unfinished Obelisk
  • Enjoy a calm, insightful private tour with an expert Egyptologist
  • Includes all entrance fees and convenient pickup from your location in Aswan

Additional Information

  • Duration: Approximately 4 to 5 hours
  • Pickup: Available from all hotels, Nile cruises, or Aswan International Airport
  • Tour Type: Private Tour – only your group will participate
  • Languages: English, Arabic, French, Spanish, German (others available upon request)
  • Availability: Offered daily, flexible start time (recommended between 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM)

Included/Excluded

  • Licensed Egyptologist guide
  • Entrance tickets to Philae Temple, High Dam, and Unfinished Obelisk
  • Boat ride to/from Philae Island
  • Private air-conditioned vehicle
  • Hotel, cruise, or airport pickup and drop-off in Aswan
  • Bottled water
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities (optional)

Tour Plan

Full Itinerary

Your private Egyptologist guide will meet you at your hotel, cruise ship, or Aswan Airport to begin your journey through the serene and storied landscapes of southern Egypt.

Stop 1: Philae Temple – Sanctuary of Isis

Board a small boat to reach Philae Island, where the beautiful Temple of Isis rises gracefully from the Nile. Saved from rising waters by UNESCO, this temple complex boasts exquisite reliefs, columned courtyards, and romantic legends. Your guide will share the story of Isis and Osiris as you wander through this sacred space.

Stop 2: Aswan High Dam

Next, drive to the monumental High Dam of Aswan, a 20th-century marvel of modern engineering. Learn how it transformed Egypt’s economy, tamed the Nile, and created Lake Nasser. From the viewing platform, enjoy panoramic views over the lake and the desert hills beyond.

Stop 3: Unfinished Obelisk – Ancient Granite Quarry

Step into the ancient quarries of Aswan, where the massive Unfinished Obelisk lies still attached to the bedrock. Had it been completed, it would have been the largest obelisk ever erected. This site gives incredible insight into ancient stone-cutting techniques and pharaonic ambition.

After your tour, your guide will return you to your hotel, cruise, or airport.

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