Must see
Abu Simbel Day Trip from Aswan
An early drive through the desert to the rock temples of Ramses II and Queen Nefertari, back in Aswan for lunch.
From$115 / person
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Philae Temple, High Dam & Unfinished Obelisk
Aswan's three classic sights: the High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk in the granite quarry, and a boat to the island temple of Philae.
Highlights
- Aswan High Dam
- Unfinished Obelisk
- Philae Temple
Aswan day tour: itinerary
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Pick-up from your hotel
Your driver and guide meet you in the lobby.
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Aswan High Dam
The dam that created Lake Nasser and controls the Nile's flood, with views over the lake.
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Unfinished Obelisk
A giant obelisk abandoned in the granite quarry when it cracked, showing how they were cut.
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Lunch break
Lunch at a local restaurant, included in the price.
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Philae Temple
The island temple of Isis, reached by a short motorboat ride across the lake.
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Drop-off at your hotel
End of the tour.
Included
- Pick up service from your hotel in Aswan and return
- Transfer by a private air-conditioned vehicle
- Entrance Fees to all the mentioned sights
- Private Egyptologist guide
- Mineral water on board the vehicle during the tour
- All service charges & taxes
- Lunch meal at a restaurant
Not included
- Any extras not mentioned in the program
- Tipping
Aswan day tour: questions and answers
How long is the Aswan day tour?
Full day (about 6 hours), including pick-up and drop-off.
How much does the Aswan day tour cost?
From $80 per person for groups of 9 to 16, and $130 per person for 2 to 4 people. The tour is private, so the bigger the group, the lower the price per person.
What is included?
Pick up service from your hotel in Aswan and return. Transfer by a private air-conditioned vehicle. Entrance Fees to all the mentioned sights. Private Egyptologist guide. Mineral water on board the vehicle during the tour. All service charges & taxes. Lunch meal at a restaurant.
What is not included?
Any extras not mentioned in the program. Tipping.
Where is the pick-up?
Your hotel or Nile cruise ship.
Which days is it available?
Every day.
What will I see?
Aswan High Dam, Unfinished Obelisk, Philae Temple.
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