Private Day Tour of Aswan, Philae Temple and Obelisk
This private tour offers an unhurried, deeply personal encounter with Aswan’s ancient wonders. With your own Egyptologist guide and a private vehicle, you’ll enjoy complete flexibility and insightful storytelling tailored to your interests. Unlike large group tours, this experience allows you to linger at the Philae Temple, examine the Unfinished Obelisk up close, and ask all the questions you want. From hotel pickup to your final drop-off, every detail is handled with care — making this a seamless, enriching, and truly local way to explore Aswan.
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Private Day Tour of Aswan, Philae Temple and Obelisk
Pickup included
What's included in Private Day Tour of Aswan, Philae Temple and Obelisk
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Unfinished Obelisk
Prepare to be transported through time as you reach the island sanctuary of Philae, accessible only by motorboat. Dedicated to the goddess Isis, this temple complex is a masterpiece of Ptolemaic architecture. Wander among towering columns adorned with detailed reliefs and learn how the entire temple was relocated piece by piece to save it from flooding after the construction of the Aswan High Dam. It’s not just a visit — it’s a story of ancient devotion and modern engineering.
Temple of Philae
Step into the ancient granite quarries of Aswan to witness the Unfinished Obelisk — a 1,200-ton monument carved directly into the bedrock. Intended to be the largest obelisk ever created, its sudden abandonment offers a rare, raw look into ancient engineering. See the tool marks and fissures up close as your guide explains how Egypt’s artisans shaped stone over 3,000 years ago.
Inclusions
- All Fees and Taxes
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- All Transfers by Private A/C latest Model Vehicle
- Bottled water
- Any additions not mentioned
- Tipping
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Please arrive at the pick up point 25 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
Your trip begins in the heart of Aswan, where your private Egyptologist tour guide will meet you at your hotel. Travel in complete comfort in a private, air-conditioned vehicle to ensure a relaxing start to your exploration. The tour typically starts around 8:00 AM, but departure times can be adjusted to suit your schedule. Aswan mornings are quiet, offering a peaceful setting to start your day. Remember to wear comfortable shoes and bring sunscreen as you'll wander among the archaeological sites under the Egyptian sun. Your guide will provide you with bottles of mineral water to keep you refreshed throughout the tour.
