Private Half Day Tour: Philae Temple - Unfinished Obelisk & High Dam
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Overview
On this private half day tour to Aswan, you will visit some of the city's most famous sights. You will explore Philae Temple, the island sanctuary dedicated to the goddess Isis. As you move through its columns and carvings, you'll learn about the temple's religious role and see the architectural details that made it an important ancient site. The tour also includes a visit to the High Dam and the unfinished Obelisk. At the High Dam you will see the modern engineering that reshaped the Nile in the 20th century. The unfinished Obelisk offers a glimpse into ancient stone-working techniques, showing how a major monument could remain incomplete in the quarry. Along the way, you'll gain a sense of both ancient and modern achievements in Aswan.
Highlights
- ✦Private tour
- ✦Hotel pickup
What's included
- ✓Entry to Unfinished Obelisk
- ✓Licensed egyptologist guide
- ✓Pickup and return
- ✓Entry to Philae Temple
- ✓All taxes and fees
- ✓Entry to High Dam
- ✕Optional tours
- ✕Tipping
Frequently asked questions
- How long is this experience?
- 5 hours
- Can I cancel my booking?
- Yes — you can cancel free of charge up to 24 hours before it starts.
- What's included?
- Entry to Unfinished Obelisk · Licensed egyptologist guide · Pickup and return · Entry to Philae Temple · All taxes and fees · Entry to High Dam
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- ↩️ Free cancellation up to 24h before
