Philae Temple, Unfinished Obelisk And High Dam From Aswan

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Aswan, Egypt

About this activity

Philae Temple, Unfinished Obelisk And High Dam From Aswan

Full description

will pick you up from your hotel or Nile cruise or even from the airport in Aswan to enjoy a day tour in the amazing city of Aswan Start your tour by a visit to the High Dam, an engineering miracle built in 1960 protecting Egypt from annual floods from the Nile. Then proceed to visit the Unfinished Obelisk, which shows the techniques used by the ancient Egyptians to cut obelisks. Most probably, this obelisk belongs to Queen Hatshepsut, one of the rulers of the 18th Dynasty and the royal wife of king Tuthmosis II. This queen was the owner of her Temple in the eastern bank of Luxor Also there is an opinion said that it belongs to Queen Nefertiti. Move on to visit the majestic Philae Temple which was built in the honor of Goddess Isis the chief deity of the island. Later you will be transferred back to your hotel.Read less


Included / Excluded

  • Pick up service from your hotel in Aswan and return
  • Privte Tour guide
  • Entrance fees to the mentioned historical places
  • All transfers by a modern air-conditioned vehicle
  • Bottled water during your trip
  • All service charges & taxes
  • Tipping
  • Optional activities
  • Personal expenses

Meeting point

Aswan, Egypt

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts

Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund

Reviews

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Nasir Shaikh
Jan 2026
5.0

We had very good experience with Nile cruise, dinner was nice and our guide Ms Soaud was very helpful and cooperative. She helped and guide us to move around without any hassle. Much appreciated to Soaud for her all help.

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Tmm H
Jan 2026
5.0

I want to thank Alaa magdy for making my trip to Egypt unforgettable. We spent a day in the El fayoum oasis. She showed us the beauty of Egypt and I can recommend a tour with her to anyone!

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Vaibhav Agarwal
Jan 2026
5.0

Hazem is a really good guide, made the tour a really great experience. Helped us take a lot of photos. Explained the history related to the pyramids in a professional way. Would really recommend to book a tour with him. Very charming and fun guide.

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