Aswan Private Day Tour of Philae Temple, Unfinished Obelisk and High Dam
Enjoy a private full day tour discovering the best of Aswan with safe and comfortable transfer. You will get to see the magic of Egyptian history in (Philae Temple, High Dam and Unfinished obelisk). with our Egyptologist tour guide and get to enjoy the traditional lunch and escape from the line.
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Aswan Private Day Tour of Philae Temple, Unfinished Obelisk and High Dam
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What's included in Aswan Private Day Tour of Philae Temple, Unfinished Obelisk and High Dam
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Aswan High Dam
As per your request time pickup from your hotel/airport by our tour guide then start your tour by visiting The Aswan High Dam, is the world's largest embankment dam, which was built across the Nile in Aswan, Egypt, between 1960 and 1970. Its significance largely eclipsed the previous Aswan Low Dam initially completed in 1902 downstream.
Temple of Philae
Then visit Philae temple, the oldest temple to have undoubtedly stood on the island, as well as the first evidence of Isis-worship there, was a small kiosk built by Psamtik II of the 26th Dynasty. This was followed by contributions from Amasis II (26th Dynasty) and Nectanebo I (30th Dynasty). Of these early buildings, only two elements built by Nectanebo I survive– a kiosk that was originally the vestibule of the old Isis temple, and a gateway which was later incorporated into the first pylon of the current temple. Lunch at one of the Egyptian restaurants.
Unfinished Obelisk
Then end the tour by visiting the unfinished obelisk. Its creation was ordered by Hatshepsut (1508–1458 BC). The unfinished obelisk is nearly one-third larger than any ancient Egyptian obelisk ever erected. If finished it would have measured around 42 metres (138 ft) and would have weighed nearly 1,090 tonnes (1,200 short tons), a weight equal to about 200 African elephants. At the end of the tour drive you to Aswan hotel/airport or train station.
Inclusions
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- Lunch
- Snacks
- Landing and facility fees
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Parking Fees
- Gratuities
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Additional Information
Our tour guide will be waiting fore you at the lobby of your hotel holding a sign with our company name on it.
