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Day tour
Day Tour in Aswan (Unfinished Obelisk, High Dam, and Philae Temple)
From $55 per person
Overview
Uncover the beauty and history of southern Egypt on this immersive Aswan day excursion. Begin your journey at the impressive High Dam, a modern engineering achievement that reshaped Egypt’s landscape and created the vast Lake Nasser. Continue to the ancient granite quarries to witness the Unfinished Obelisk, an enormous monument that reveals the remarkable stone-carving skills of ancient craftsmen. Conclude your adventure with a serene boat ride to the enchanting Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis and renowned for its intricate carvings and fascinating story of relocation after the d
Uncover the beauty and history of southern Egypt on this immersive Aswan day excursion. Begin your journey at the impressive High Dam, a modern engineering achievement that reshaped Egypt’s landscape and created the vast Lake Nasser. Continue to the ancient granite quarries to witness the Unfinished Obelisk, an enormous monument that reveals the remarkable stone-carving skills of ancient craftsmen. Conclude your adventure with a serene boat ride to the enchanting Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis and renowned for its intricate carvings and fascinating story of relocation after the dam’s construction. This private day trip offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and scenic Nile views.
Duration
1 Day
Languages
English, Spanish
Transport
Private A/C vehicle
Itinerary
What you'll do on the day.
Your guide will meet you at your hotel or preferred location in Aswan to begin a captivating exploration of the city’s highlights. The first stop is the Aswan High Dam, a monumental project completed in the 1960s that controls the Nile’s annual floods and provides hydroelectric power to Egypt. From the dam, enjoy panoramic views of Lake Nasser, one of the largest man-made lakes in the world. Next, travel to the ancient granite quarries to see the Unfinished Obelisk, an immense monument that was never completed due to a crack in the stone.
This site offers a rare glimpse into the techniques used by ancient Egyptians to carve and transport massive stone structures. Continue your journey with a scenic motorboat ride across the Nile to reach Philae Island, home to the magnificent Temple of Isis. This sacred complex, rescued and relocated by UNESCO to prevent submersion, showcases exquisite Ptolemaic architecture and detailed reliefs depicting ancient myths. After exploring the temple and its surroundings, you will be transferred back to your hotel or Aswan Airport, concluding a memorable day filled with history and breathtaking scenery.
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Tour map
Stops along this itinerary.
1Aswan
What's included
Included
- All transfers in a private air-conditioned vehicle
- Pick-up and drop-off from your hotel
- Professional English-speaking Egyptologist guide
- Entrance fees to all mentioned sites
- Complimentary bottled water during the tour
- All taxes and service charges
Not included
- Any personal expenses or optional activities not listed
- Tipping
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