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Aswan: High Dam, Unfinished Obelisk, & Philae Private Tour

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Enjoy your journey in Aswan and discover its most iconic landmarks. After being picked up from your hotel, meet your expert guide and begin your adventure with a scenic motorboat ride on the Nile toward the breathtaking Philae Temple.

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Philae Temple Complex
Explore one of Egypt’s most picturesque temple sites, dedicated to the Goddess Isis. As one of the last active ancient Egyptian temples, it continued to function until the reign of the Byzantine Emperor Justinian I (527–565 AD).

The Unfinished Obelisk
Head to the ancient granite quarries to discover the story behind the Unfinished Obelisk, known in ancient Egyptian as Tekhen. Believed to have been commissioned by Queen Hatshepsut (c. 1473–1458 BC) for Karnak Temple, it showcases incredible ancient stone-cutting techniques.

The High Dam
Conclude your sightseeing at the Aswan High Dam, a modern engineering marvel 111 meters tall and 3,600 meters long. Built using 18 times the material of the Great Pyramid of Khufu, this massive structure created Lake Nasser, one of the world’s largest man-made lakes.

Hotel Drop-off
After an enriching day of ancient and modern history, relax on your private transfer back to your hotel in Aswan.

ℹ️ Includes all private AC transfers, motorboat ride to Philae Temple, expert guide, and hotel pickup/drop-off.

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Tour Schedule

Itinerary

Quick overview of your private sightseeing excursion in Aswan

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Step 1: Hotel Pickup & The Aswan High Dam

Pickup • Engineering Wonder

Begin your day with a comfortable hotel pickup and head to the magnificent Aswan High Dam, an engineering marvel spanning the Nile River.

Pickup location: Aswan Hotel

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Step 2: The Unfinished Obelisk

Sightseeing • Ancient Quarries

Explore the ancient stone quarries and marvel at the massive Unfinished Obelisk, which offers a fascinating glimpse into ancient Egyptian stonework techniques.

Activity: Unfinished Obelisk tour and sightseeing

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Step 3: Philae Temple & Return Drop-off

Boat Ride • Return to Aswan

Take a short motorboat ride to Agilkia Island to explore the stunning Philae Temple dedicated to Goddess Isis, before returning safely to your hotel.

Arrive back at: Aswan Hotel

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Duration Duration 4 hours
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Pickup Hotel Pickup & Drop-off
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Meal Lunch Included
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Guide English Speaking Tour Guide
Tour Highlights
  • Expert Local Knowledge
  • Small Group Experience
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Trip Facts

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⏱️ Duration

Duration 4 hours

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Priority

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🗣️ Language

Live tour guide

English

📍 Pickup

Pickup included

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👥 Group Type

Private group

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What's Included & Excluded

Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off from Aswan
  • All entrance fees (If option selected)
  • English-speaking guide
  • Spanish, German, or French guide (if add-on selected)
  • Transportation
  • Philae motorboat trip
Not Included
  • Tips

Highlights

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Visit Philae Temple Complex

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Enjoy the unique view of the Nile as it crosses Aswan High Dam

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Find out the secrets and the story behind the Unfinished obelisk

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Meeting Location Details

Aswan International Airport, or your hotel pickup as arranged after booking confirmation.

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