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A yellow and blue van with 'Nascotours' and 'North African Shipping Co.' written on it. 3
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By NASCO Tours
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$798 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 15h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Embark on a captivating journey departing from Marsa Alam, your journey to Aswan starts. Once you arrive, you will begin with a visit to High Dam, an impressive rock-fill dam marking the Egypt-Sudan border and creating Lake Nasser, followed by an exploration of the unfinished obelisk and a delicious lunch at a local restaurant. Next, delve into the historic Temple of Philae, a pilgrimage site honouring the cult of Isis, showcasing the layers of civilisations from Pharaonic to Byzantine times. Your adventure concludes with a return to your hotel, leaving you with memories of Egypt's wonders.

Activity location

  • Marsa Alam
    • Marsa Alam, Egypt

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Marsa Alam
    • Marsa Alam, Egypt

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Standard

  • Activity duration is 15 hours15h
    15h
  • English

Pickup included

Starting time: 6:00 AM
Price details
NZ$797.51 x 1 AdultNZ$797.51
Total
Price is NZ$797.51
Until Fri, 30 Oct

Executive Private Transfer

  • Activity duration is 15 hours15h
    15h
  • English

The Mercedes-Benz Vito: Tailored for small groups or families seeking a dedicated, high-end transport experience.
Pickup included

Starting time: 6:00 AM
Price details
NZ$1,598.58 x 1 AdultNZ$1,598.58
Total
Price is NZ$1,598.58
Until Fri, 30 Oct

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Inclusions
    A Specialised Guide
  • Inclusions
    All Fees and Taxes

Know before you book

    • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
    • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infant Seats are available upon request.

Activity itinerary

Marsa Alam

  • 5h
Embark on a captivating journey departing from Marsa Alam on a journey to Aswan, visiting The Highlights of Aswan: The High Dam, Unfinished Obelisk, Temple of Philae

Temple of Philae

  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
The Temple of Philae, dedicated to the goddess Isis, is a stunning Greco-Roman masterpiece located on Agilkia Island. Known as the "Pearl of Egypt," it features magnificent pylons and intricate reliefs depicting ancient myths. Rescued from rising Nile waters by UNESCO, this island sanctuary offers a uniquely serene and romantic atmosphere.

Aswan High Dam

  • 45m
  • Admission ticket included
The Aswan High Dam is a colossal engineering feat completed in 1970 to control the Nile’s flooding and provide hydroelectric power. Spanning over 3,800 metres, it created Lake Nasser, one of the world's largest man-made reservoirs. It remains a powerful symbol of modern Egypt’s industrial vision and regional transformation.

Unfinished Obelisk

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
Explore the ancient granite quarries of Aswan, home to the Unfinished Obelisk. Abandoned due to a crack, this massive monument reveals the incredible engineering and stone-cutting techniques used by Pharaonic builders to craft Egypt's greatest landmarks. It's a fascinating look at history frozen in time.

Marsa Alam

  • 5h
Your adventure concludes with a return to your hotel, leaving you with memories of Egypt's wonders. estimated arrival back to your hotels in Marsa Alam is 5 hours road ride.

Location

Activity location

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    Marsa Alam
    • Marsa Alam, Egypt

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Marsa Alam
    • Marsa Alam, Egypt

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