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Aswan Private Tour: Philae, High Dam & Obelisk

From $58 • 4 hours • WoW Holiday Travel • Aswan, Aswan 1, Egypt • Pickup available • Free until 1 day before

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Why we love it?

The Aswan Private Tour offers a focused exploration of key historical sites, including the Philae Temple, the High Dam, and the Unfinished Obelisk. Lasting four hours, this tour is ideal for history enthusiasts and travelers seeking an in-depth understanding of ancient Egyptian civilization. Led by an Egyptologist guide, participants will gain valuable insights into the significance of each site, making the experience both educational and engaging. The convenience of hotel pickup and drop-off, along with included bottled water, enhances the overall comfort of the journey.

Inclusions

All service charges & taxes
Egyptologist guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off
bottled water

Exclusions

Personal Items
Tipping
any Optional Tours

Itinerary

Step 1

At 8:00 AM, your licensed expert guide from Wow Travel Tours will greet you at your hotel, Nile cruise, or Aswan airport. Begin your immersive day tour with a visit to the High Dam, a remarkable feat of engineering completed in 1960 that plays a crucial role in protecting Egypt from the annual flooding of the Nile.

Step 2

Next, continue your tour to the Unfinished Obelisk, which offers a fascinating glimpse into the techniques employed by ancient Egyptians in carving these monumental structures. This obelisk is believed to be associated with Queen Hatshepsut of the 18th Dynasty, the royal wife of King Thutmose II, and owner of a temple on the eastern bank of Luxor. Alternatively, some suggest it may belong to Queen Nefertiti.

Step 3

Proceed to the majestic Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis, the principal deity of the island. After exploring this remarkable site, you will be transferred back to your hotel.