Full-Day Private Tour of Aswan, Philae Temple and Obelisk
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Overview
The Aswan Day Tour takes you to the city’s most famous sights so you can see and learn about Aswan’s ancient and modern landmarks. You will visit the High Dam, the massive structure that created Lake Nasser, where you can appreciate its scale and the reservoir it formed. Along the way you’ll also stop at the Unfinished Obelisk to see the quarry marks and learn how ancient Egyptians cut these huge stone pillars. The tour finishes with a visit to Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis. As you move through the temple area, you can take in the historic stonework and the religious significance of the site. Throughout the day you’ll see a range of engineering and ancient craftsmanship that together tell the story of Aswan’s long history.
Highlights
- ✦Wheelchair accessible
What's included
- ✓All taxes and fees
- ✓Entrance fees
- ✓Lunch in local restaurant
- ✓Private Egyptologist guide
- ✓All transfers by private air-conditioned vehicle
- ✓Bottled water
- ✕Any extras not mentioned in the itinerary
- ✕Tipping
Frequently asked questions
- How long is this experience?
- 6 hours
- Can I cancel my booking?
- Yes — you can cancel free of charge up to 24 hours before it starts.
- What's included?
- All taxes and fees · Entrance fees · Lunch in local restaurant · Private Egyptologist guide · All transfers by private air-conditioned vehicle · Bottled water
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- ↩️ Free cancellation up to 24h before

