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Aswan Highlights Day Tour Philae High Dam Nubian Museum Obelisk

By Eyes of Egypt
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$772 per traveller* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 6h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

Explore the best of Aswan on a fully private and customisable day tour visiting Philae Temple, the High Dam, Nubian Museum, and the Unfinished Obelisk. Your licensed local guide, born and raised in Aswan, shares authentic stories and insider knowledge, making your experience truly immersive.

This tour is perfect for families, couples, history enthusiasts, and adventure seekers, offering private transfers in clean, air-conditioned vehicles, flexible timing, and rest stops. Entrance tickets are fully included, and the price is per group, not per person, ensuring a transparent and stress-free experience. Your guide will also assist with photography and ensure a relaxed pace at each site.

As local experts, we guarantee a professionally organised, enjoyable, and memorable journey, providing comfort, authenticity, and a unique connection to Aswan’s culture and history.

Activity location

  • Aswan
    • Aswan, Egypt

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Aswan
    • Aswan, Egypt

Check availability

Private Tour 6 to 8 Guests
  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • English

Private Minibus: Fully private experience with guide and entrance tickets included. Local multilingual guide. Air conditioned private transpor
Pickup included

Price details
NZ$1,371.76 x 1 TravellerNZ$1,371.76
Total
Price is NZ$1,371.76
Private Tour 4 to 5 Guests
  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • English

Private Minivan: Private tour with private guide and entrance tickets included. Local multilingual guide. Comfortable air conditioned vehicle.
Pickup included

Price details
NZ$900.22 x 1 TravellerNZ$900.22
Total
Price is NZ$900.22
Private Tour 1 to 3 Guests
  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • English

Private Saloon or SUV: Private transfers with private guide and entrance tickets included. Local multilingual guide. Air conditioned private vehicle
Pickup included

Price details
NZ$771.61 x 1 TravellerNZ$771.61
Total
Price is NZ$771.61

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Perfect for **families, couples, and history lovers**, offering a fully immersive Aswan experience.
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Private air-conditioned vehicle ensures **comfort, flexible timing, and smooth transfers**.
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Visit the **High Dam** and enjoy panoramic views of **Lake Nasser** and Aswan landscapes.
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Explore the **Nubian Museum**, discovering Nubian culture, artefacts, and ancient heritage.
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Enjoy a **stress-free, professionally organised tour** with local expertise and insider knowledge.
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Private local guide shares authentic stories of **Philae Temple**, history, and architecture.
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Guide assists with **photography, rest stops, and personalised tips** for a memorable day.
  • What's includedWhat's included
    See the **Unfinished Obelisk** in its original quarry and learn ancient Egyptian techniques.
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Entrance tickets included for **Philae, High Dam, Nubian Museum, and Unfinished Obelisk**.

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Specialised infant seats are available
  • Transport options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Aswan

  • 20m
Pickup from hotel or Nile cruise Your day begins with a prompt pickup from your hotel or Nile cruise by our professional driver. You’ll be welcomed by your guide who will brief you on the day’s itinerary, ensuring a smooth and comfortable start to your Aswan adventure.

Temple of Philae

  • 1h 30m
  • Admission ticket included
08:30 AM – Visit Philae Temple (1.5 hours) Arrive at Philae Temple, a breathtaking complex dedicated to the goddess Isis. Located on an island, this temple is renowned for its stunning hieroglyphics, beautiful columns, and serene Nile views. Your guide will walk you through its fascinating history and mythology, making this a captivating cultural experience.

Aswan High Dam

  • 30m
  • Admission ticket included
Visit the High Dam Next, visit the Aswan High Dam, a modern engineering wonder that transformed Egypt’s economy by controlling the Nile’s floodwaters. Learn about its construction, importance for irrigation and electricity, and the impact it had on the region’s development.

Unfinished Obelisk

  • 45m
  • Admission ticket included
Visit the Unfinished Obelisk Explore the quarry site of the Unfinished Obelisk, the largest known ancient obelisk. Still attached to the bedrock, it offers unique insights into ancient Egyptian stone carving techniques. Your guide will explain how the obelisk was planned and why it was abandoned.

Nubian Museum

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
Visit the Nubian Museum Conclude your tour with a visit to the Nubian Museum, home to an impressive collection of artefacts, crafts, and exhibits showcasing the rich heritage of Nubian culture. This museum provides a deep understanding of Nubian history, art, and traditions, creating a meaningful cultural connection.

Aswan

  • 30m
Return to hotel or Nile cruise After a fulfilling day of discovery, enjoy a comfortable transfer back to your accommodation. Relax and reflect on the memories of an authentic Aswan experience.

Location

Activity location

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    Aswan
    • Aswan, Egypt

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Aswan
    • Aswan, Egypt

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