Private Day tour to High Dam&Unfinished Obelisk&Philae From Aswan
At a glance
Private Day tour to High Dam&Unfinished Obelisk&Philae From Aswan is a 4h private experience in Aswan, Egypt, operated by Nice tours. Travellers rate it 4.5 out of 5 across 85 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $49 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Professional Private Egyptologist English-speaking guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Philae motorboat.
Highlights
- Private experience — just you and your group
- Hotel pickup included
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 4 stops in one well-planned itinerary
Quick facts
- Duration
- 4h
- Group
- Private tour — only your group
- Languages
- Arabic, German, English, French, Spanish
- Pickup
- Hotel pickup included
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
Explore Aswan's sites on a half-day tour with a private Egyptologist guide. Learn the secrets of the legendary Philae Temple, the mystery of the Unfinished Obelisk, and the wonders of the High Dam.
What's included
What's included
- Professional Private Egyptologist English-speaking guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Philae motorboat
Not included
- Entrance Fees
- Gharb soheil, The island, Nagaa al-Mahatta or New Aswan Pick up/Drop off (10 USD extra per person)
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 1h
Enjoy your journey in Aswan and discover the most important landmarks and what makes it so special. after you get picked up from your hotel in Aswan, meet your guide and enjoy the motorboat ride and the special Nile view on your way to explore Philae temple, This beautiful temple complex is one of the most picturesque in all of Egypt. The temple of Isis was one of the last ancient Egyptian temples to remain active, as it continued to function until the reign of the Byzantine Emperor Justinian I (527–565 AD).
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Stop 2 · 1h
Then you'll head to the second site to dig up and learn more about the story behind the unfinished obelisk, known in the ancient Egyptian language as tekhen. famous for its supply of hard and high-quality stone. Believed to have been commissioned by Hatshepsut (c. 1473–1458 BC) for the temple of Amun in Karnak.
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Stop 3 · 1h
Your last stop will be The High Dam. The Dam is 3600 meters long, 980 meters thick at the base, and 111 meters tall. Egypt's modern example of construction on a monumental scale, the controversial Aswan High Dam, 13km south of Aswan, contains 18 times the amount of material used in the Great Pyramid of Khufu and created Lake Nasser, one of the world's largest artificial lakes.
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Stop 4 · 1h
Finally, you will be dropped off at your hotel
Meeting point
The driver will pick up from your hotel directly
Good to know
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Private Day tour to High Dam&Unfinished Obelisk&Philae From Aswan take?
The experience lasts about 4h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $49 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Professional Private Egyptologist English-speaking guide; Hotel pickup and drop-off; Philae motorboat.
Where does it start?
The driver will pick up from your hotel directly
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in Arabic, German, English, French, Spanish.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.5 out of 5 across 85 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Aswan.
