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Aswan City Tour (Philae Temple, High Dam & Unfinished Obelisk)

From $50 • 5 hours • Primo Go • Egypt • Meet on location or pickup • Free until 1 day before

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Why we love it?

The Aswan City Tour offers a comprehensive exploration of key historical sites including the Aswan High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk, and the Philae Temple. Lasting five hours, this tour is ideal for history enthusiasts and travelers looking to delve into Egypt's ancient engineering marvels and architectural wonders. Participants will enjoy the convenience of a private air-conditioned vehicle, ensuring a comfortable experience while learning about the significance of each location from a licensed professional driver. The tour's distinctive feature lies in its focus on both monumental achievements and the intriguing stories behind their unfinished aspects, providing a unique perspective on ancient Egyptian civilization.

Inclusions

Private air-conditioned vehicle
Hotel / Nile cruise pickup and drop-off in Aswan (Pickup&drop-off at the Island,Gharb Soheil,Nagaa al-Mahatta, or New Aswan Additional $10 per person)
Licensed professional driver
Road fees, parking, and local taxes
Bottled water during the tour

Exclusions

Entrance tickets to sightseeing sites
Motorboat to Philae Temple (if required)
Tour guide (available as an optional add-on)
Meals, drinks, and personal expenses

Itinerary

Hotel Pickup in Aswan

Your day begins with a smooth private pickup from your hotel, Nile cruise, or agreed location in Aswan, traveling in a clean, air-conditioned vehicle.

Aswan High Dam

Visit the Aswan High Dam and enjoy wide panoramic views of Lake Nasser. This stop offers insight into Egypt’s modern history and one of the country’s most important engineering achievements.

Unfinished Obelisk

Continue to the ancient granite quarry to see the Unfinished Obelisk and learn how monumental stone works were carved during ancient Egyptian times.

Philae Temple

Transfer by motorboat (if required) to Philae Island and explore the beautifully preserved Philae Temple, dedicated to the Goddess Isis, set in a peaceful Nile landscape.

Return Transfer in Aswan

After the visit, enjoy a comfortable return transfer to your hotel, Nile cruise, or preferred drop-off point in Aswan.

Please Note

This is a private tour, not a shared group experience.
Entrance tickets and the motorboat to Philae Temple are not included unless selected as an add-on.
A licensed driver operates the tour; a professional tour guide is optional and can be added upon request.
Pickup is available from hotels, Nile cruises, and central Aswan locations.
Start time is flexible, but morning departure is recommended for better weather and crowd conditions.
A moderate amount of walking is required at the sites.
Passport copy may be requested by authorities on certain days for security checks.
Tour duration may vary slightly depending on traffic, site conditions, and boat availability to Philae.