If you’re visiting Aswan, Egypt, a Private Day Tour of Aswan Philae temple High Dam and Obelisk to explore the city’s iconic sites is a fantastic option. This tour typically includes visits to the Philae Temple, the High Dam, and the Unfinished Obelisk.
The first stop is the Philae Temple, located on an island in the Nile River. This ancient temple is dedicated to the goddess Isis and showcases remarkable Egyptian architecture and hieroglyphic carvings. You’ll have the opportunity to explore the temple complex, learn about its history, and admire its well-preserved structures.
Next, you’ll proceed to the High Dam, one of the engineering marvels of modern Egypt. Built across the Nile River, the dam plays a vital role in controlling the flow of the river and generating hydroelectric power. Your guide will provide insights into the significance of the dam and its impact on the region.
After visiting the High Dam, the tour continues to the Unfinished Obelisk. This massive obelisk, lying in a granite quarry, provides a fascinating glimpse into ancient Egyptian quarrying techniques. You’ll learn about the process of obelisk construction and the reasons why this particular obelisk was left unfinished.
Trip Details:
| Duration | Approx 6 Hours |
| Tour Type | Private Tours |
| Departure | Aswan |
| Availability | Everyday |
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Our tour guide will pick you up at your hotel or Nile cruise in Aswan and take you to the Aswan Temple and the Temple of Isis at Philae. Ptolemy II started the construction of the Temple of Isis at Philae, but the Roman emperors completed it. It was made for the goddess Isis, who was believed to be the mother of God, Horus, and Osiris.
Then look at the High Dam, one of the most important things Egypt has built in the last 100 years. It is 18 times the size of the Great Pyramid of Khufu and gives Egypt water and energy.
The tour ended at the granite quarries in Aswan, which are considered the main source of granite in Egypt. There you can see the famous unfinished obelisk, which probably belonged to Queen Hatshepsut of the eighteenth dynasty. It is about 42 meters high and is considered the largest obelisk ever built in ancient Egypt.
After that, a car with air conditioning will take you to the hotel.
All prices are charged in USD per person per trip. You can also pay us online via a secure payment gateway and without any extra costs or surcharges. This is our pricing policy for this trip.
Children Policy
The children’s policy applies to children who share a room with their parents. If your trip includes a flight ticket, additional fees for your children may apply.
- Children under 2 years of age can travel free of charge with their parents.
- From 2 to 6 years old: 25% of the adult price
- From 6 to 11 years old: 50% of the adult price
- Children aged 12 and over-travel at the same fare as adults.
Deposit
Once your itinerary is confirmed, we will collect 25% of the agreed final trip value as a deposit, which can be paid via Online Payment, PayPal, or Western Union.
Tipping
Tipping is part of the Egyptian culture to express one’s satisfaction with the good services provided to him by his duty staff. It would be nice to give it when you are satisfied with our services and if not then you don’t have to do it.
Cancellation Policy
Important Note: If your trip includes a domestic flight or a Nile cruise, know that there is no refund for the booking value in the event of cancellation of the trip according to the policy of Nile cruises and airlines companies.
- 30 days before the trip 100% refund.
- 20 days before the trip 50% refund.
- 10 days before the trip no refund.
