Aswan Private Day Tour

Get ready for an unforgettable adventure through the breathtaking wonders of Aswan! Join us for a thrilling tour led by an expert Egyptologist guide, and hop into an air-conditioned vehicle as we kick off our journey with panoramic views of the majestic Aswan High Dam. Learn about the incredible engineering behind this massive structure, built in the 1960s to tame the mighty Nile River's annual floods.

Next, prepare to be awestruck as we visit the colossal Unfinished Obelisk, a monumental testament to ancient quarrying. Marvel at this half-carved wonder left abandoned in its quarry and imagine the craftsmanship of ancient artisans.

But that's not all – get ready to sail to the stunning Philae Temple! Delight in a boat ride to this exquisite island temple dedicated to the goddess Isis. Explore its magnificent courts, terraces, and chambers, and soak in the temple's rich history and breathtaking island locale.

And the excitement doesn't stop there! You'll enjoy convenient pickup and drop-off from your hotel, cruise ship, or Aswan Airport, making this adventure a breeze from start to finish.

This unforgettable journey also includes a panorama of the Kalabsha temple and Lake Nasser on top of the High Dam. Are you ready to embark on this fantastic Aswan adventure? Your thrilling experience awaits!

What's Included

• All service charges & taxes
• Qualified Egyptologist guide
• Entry Fees
• Hotel pickup and drop-off by private air-conditioned car
• Bottled water
• Lunch (if you book from Luxor)

What to Expect

Pick-up Service from your hotel

• Your tour guide will meet you either at your hotel in Luxor/Aswan, on a Nile cruise, or at the Aswan airport to begin an exciting day tour of Aswan.

Tour to the High Dam in Aswan

• Your first stop will be the impressive High Dam, a remarkable engineering feat constructed to shield Egypt from the Nile River's annual floods. 
• The High Dam stands as a testament to the modern engineering prowess of the city of Aswan. Constructed between 1960 and 1970 during the presidency of Gamal Abdel Nasser, this monumental structure was a collaborative effort with the Moscow-based Hydro Project Institute. Its purpose was to gain better control over the Nile's annual flooding, harness hydroelectric power, and significantly increase water storage for agricultural irrigation in the vast reservoir, Lake Nasser.

Tour to the Unfinished Obelisk

• Afterwards, you'll visit the Unfinished Obelisk to witness the ancient Egyptian techniques used to carve obelisks.
• The Unfinished Obelisk is a remarkable tale of ambitious construction that regrettably never reached its completion. Commissioned by Queen Hatshepsut (1508-1458 BC) to adorn the entrance of the Karnak temple, it bore the name "Tekhenu," signifying "to pierce the sky." This monumental structure provides insight into ancient Egypt's meticulous process of crafting obelisks. Astonishingly, it was intended to reach a towering height of 42 meters and weighed a staggering 1200 tons.
• Tragically, the obelisk suffered a significant crack during its construction, which forced it to remain unfinished at its original site until today.

Lunch

• Lunch (if you booked the tour from Luxor)

Tour to Philae Temple

• Your day will culminate with a visit to the stunning Philae Temple, dedicated to the Goddess Isis, the island's primary deity. Nestled in the heart of Aswan, Philae Temple is steeped in myth, allure, and charm. One of its most famous legends is the "Myth of Osiris," which tells the story of Osiris, the husband of Isis, who his brother murdered Set out of pure envy and hatred. However, Osiris is later resurrected to become the ruler of the underworld. Set is eventually defeated by Isis and Osiris' son, Horus, the sky god, marking the end of an era of injustice and tyranny. In the 1960s, the temple was relocated to the island of Agilkia as part of a UNESCO-led rescue mission following the construction of the Aswan High Dam.

Departure

• Following the tour, you will be transported back to your accommodation.

Aswan Private Day Tour from Luxor

You will be picked up from your hotel/Nile-cruise around 3:00 am and transferred by air-conditioned vehicle to the highlights of Aswan.

Aswan Private Day Tour from Aswan

You will be picked up from your hotel around 8:00 am and transferred by air-conditioned vehicle to discover the highlights of Aswan.

Additional Programs and Tours that you can Book

While you are visiting Aswan, you will have the chance to do more activities for an extra charge.

Nubian Village Tour

Explore Aswan’s Nubian heritage during this private three-hour excursion to Suhail Island. Head inside a family home to get to know local community members. Listen to stories about the culture and history of the Nubian people over a home-brewed glass of tea. Enjoy free time to explore the island on your own, known for its brightly painted homes.

Edfu Tour

Visit the Temple of Horus at Edfu, which is considered the most complete and the best preserved of all Egyptian temples. Edfu Temple was constructed between 237 and 57 BC during the Ptolemaic era and extended between 332 and 30 BC.

Kom Ombo Tour

Visit the unusual double Temple built for Haroeris the falcon god and Sobek the crocodile god. Kom Ombo temple was built during the Greco-Roman era in Egypt. Enjoy fantastic scenes from the ancient Egyptian calendar, the medical instruments and more.