Overview

Discover the highlights of Aswan on a private full-day tour with a licensed Egyptologist guide. Visit the beautiful Philae Temple, admire the impressive Aswan High Dam, and explore the famous Unfinished Obelisk. Enjoy private transportation, hotel pickup and drop-off, entrance fees, lunch at a local restaurant, bottled water, and personalized service throughout the day.

Philae Temple

The Temple of Philae is one of Egypt’s most beautiful ancient temples, dedicated to the goddess Isis, the goddess of love, magic, and motherhood. Located on Agilkia Island, the temple is reached by a short boat ride across the Nile. Admire its magnificent columns, detailed hieroglyphics, and peaceful surroundings while learning about the fascinating legends of ancient Egypt.

Aswan High Dam

The Aswan High Dam is one of Egypt’s greatest modern engineering achievements. Built to control the Nile’s annual floods and generate hydroelectric power, it created the magnificent Lake Nasser, one of the world’s largest artificial lakes. From the top of the dam, enjoy breathtaking panoramic views and discover its important role in Egypt’s development.

Unfinished Obelisk

The Unfinished Obelisk offers a unique opportunity to discover how the ancient Egyptians carved massive monuments directly from solid granite. Left unfinished due to a crack in the stone, it reveals the remarkable techniques and incredible craftsmanship used over 3,000 years ago. It remains the largest known ancient obelisk ever attempted.