Aswan
Half Day
Overview
Philae Temple, High Dam & Obelisk, Take a private tour to explore the mighty High Dam – a modern feat of engineering – creating Lake Nasser, the world’s largest artificial lake. Be astounded at the size of the Unfinished Obelisk, and enjoy a leisurely boat trip to Agilika Island for a guided tour of the romantic Philae Temple – dedicated to the goddess Isis.
Itinerary
Departure time
As per your request, at (8:00 am or 9:00 am or 10:00 am or 11:00 am, etc.).
Pick up from your Aswan hotel or cruise ship and travel to the High Dam of Aswan, an engineering miracle when it built in 1960, and incorporating 16 times the amount of material that went into the Great Pyramid at Giza.
Proceed to the impressive granite quarries and site of the Unfinished Obelisk. Illustrating the skills of Egypt’s stonemasons, this monolith is one-third taller than any other ancient Egyptian obelisk. Later, Ride Like a Local around the Aswan islands in a felucca, weather permitting.
Ride a motorised boat to Philae Temple, UNESCO natural heritage on the island of Agilika. This sacred complex was dedicated to the Goddess Isis and reflects a fusion of three great civilisations Egyptian, Greek and Roman. The temple dismantled and then painstakingly reassembled when the construction of the High Dam caused surrounding Nile waters to rise. Philae Temple has a beautiful setting on an island in the river which has been landscaped to match its original site. Later, Ride Like a Local around the Aswan islands in a felucca.
Includes/Excludes
Includes
- Travel in the company of an experienced Egyptologist guide of your language.
- Philae Island: Board a motorboat to the temple complex.
- On a traditional Nile felucca, meet the captain and learn the art of sailing this ancient Nile craft.
- Pick up from your hotel or port & Return.
- All service charges and taxes.
- All entrance fees included.
- Private Egyptologist and professional guide of your language (English, French, German, Italian & Spanish).
- NB: Select your preferred language guide and advise in your request.
Excludes
- Any extras not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Gratuities (recommended).
Price per person
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Notes
Tour price:
Tour price currency is set to USD but you still can pay in Euro. The price is quoted per person per tour all inclusive and is always updated to ensure you get the best price, we are 100% guarantee it. If the prices go down after you book, we’ll refund you the difference.
Children Policy:
0 – 05.99 Free of Charge.
6 – 11.99 pay 50% of tour price.
12 & + pay full tour price as an adult person.
If your tour includes flight tickets, then an extra charge for child rate may apply.
Deposit and Payment:
A Full payment is required at the time of confirming your booking and can be paid by credit or debit card (Visa/Master card) via pay forte system on our website.
Tour Voucher:
After confirming your tour, we will email you Nile Plaza voucher with final confirmation and contact details of your tour manager, customer care and additional information for your convenience. Please print this voucher and bring with you.
Cancellation Policy:
Nile Plaza doesn’t charge a cancellation for tours and excursions cancelled for force majeure or reasons beyond control. You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund minus any administrative fees.
