Explore Aswan's top attractions on the Philae, Obelisk & High Dam Tour in Egypt

Tour to The High Dam, Philae Temple, and The Unfinished Obelisk

Discover Aswan's iconic landmarks on a guided day tour, including the breathtaking Philae Temple, the High Dam, and the Unfinished Obelisk.

Aswan
Duration1 Day
general.destinationsAswan
Tour typePrivate
Trip RunsEvery Day
Tour Details

Tour to The High Dam, Philae Temple, and The Unfinished Obelisk

Discover the major highlights of the beautiful city of Aswan on the Philae Temple, Obelisk and High Dam Tour. You will start by heading to Philae Temple Dock where you will take a boat to visit the fascinating Philae Temple that is dedicated to the goddess Isis and one of the temples located on the banks of the river.

You will head then towards the high dam, which is considered as one of the greatest engineering achievements in Egypt and then visit the ancient granite quarries to discover the enormous unfinished obelisk and see how the ancient Egyptian workers used to work.

Tour to The High Dam, Philae Temple, and The Unfinished Obelisk is one of the best and popular Egypt day tours from Aswan to witness the three famous historical and beautiful places in Aswan and it's really recommended for you.

Itinerary

Tour itinerary

Day 01 Philae Temple, Obelisk & High Dam Tour

Your Aswan Day Tour begins with a pickup from your hotel, where your expert Egyptologist guide will accompany you to explore three of Aswan's most famous attractions.

First, you’ll head to the impressive Aswan High Dam, which is often named one of the biggest engineering achievements of the 20th century. This dam helps protect Egypt from flooding, also it creates hydroelectric power, and it made the vast Lake Nasser, which is among the world’s largest man-made lakes. Your guide will walk you through the dam’s history, and why it still matters in modern Egypt today.

Next stop is the Philae Temple Dock. From there you’ll take a short motorboat ride over to Agilkia Island, where the magnificent Philae Temple waits. The whole place was dedicated to the goddess Isis, and it’s beautifully preserved. You can really admire the elegant columns, the intricate hieroglyphics, and yes the scenery along the Nile is stunning too, it feels almost unreal at times.

For your final visit you’ll go to the ancient granite quarry, where you can learn about the famous Unfinished Obelisk. This huge monument gives a real, hands-on look at the stone-cutting skills ancient Egyptians used, even back then.

When your Aswan Day Tour ends, you’ll be taken back to your hotel. You’ll leave with unforgettable memories of Aswan’s remarkable past, its major engineering work, and those ancient monuments you’ll never forget.

Tour included

    • Licensed tour guide.
    • Entrance fees.
    • Hotel pick up and drop off.

Tour excluded

    • Tips for guide and driver.
    • Drinks.
    • personal expenses.

Notes

    • Children from 1-5 years are free of charge.
    • Children between 6-11 years get 50% off.
    • All prices in US Dollar, but Egyptian Pound, English Pound & Euros are accepted.
       
Price Plan

Prices Per Person

Person Price
1 Person USD 120
2 - 3 Person USD 70
4 - 7 Person USD 60
8 - 15 Person USD 50

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