Explore Philae Temple and Nubian Village on a Guided Tour
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Overview
On this guided, door-to-door day trip you’ll experience both the ancient and modern sides of Nubia. Your guide will introduce you to Nubian culture and share historical insights you might otherwise miss as you visit Philae Temple, the ancient sanctuary set on an island in the Nile. Along the way your guide will help you connect with the stories and context behind the monuments. After exploring Philae, you’ll take a boat ride to a Nubian village near Sehel Island. There you’ll meet local residents, have the chance to shop for handcrafted items, and photograph the vibrant, colourful homes that characterise the community. The guide will support your interactions with locals and point out cultural details, so you can enjoy both the archaeological highlights and everyday life in Nubia.
Highlights
- ✦Private tour
- ✦Hotel pickup
What's included
- ✓Hotel pickup and drop-off
- ✓Motorboat
- ✓Private transfer in air-conditioned vehicle
- ✓Qualified Egyptologist guide
- ✓Entrance fees to temples
Frequently asked questions
- How long is this experience?
- 4 hours - 5 hours
- Can I cancel my booking?
- Yes — you can cancel free of charge up to 24 hours before it starts.
- What's included?
- Hotel pickup and drop-off · Motorboat · Private transfer in air-conditioned vehicle · Qualified Egyptologist guide · Entrance fees to temples
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- ↩️ Free cancellation up to 24h before
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