Aswan Dam, Philae Temple, and The Unfinished Obelisk from Aswan

Aswan Dam, Philae Temple, and The Unfinished Obelisk

Aswan Dam

Unfinished Obelisk

Filae Temple, dedicated to Isis

On this tour, we'll see the greatness of humankind's achievements from across history. As well as visiting the beautiful Philae temple and the Unfinished Obelisk (the largest in the world), we'll admire the Aswan Dam, one of the 20th century's largest engineering projects.

Details

Duration

5 hours.

Language

The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.

Included

Hotel or boat pickup and drop–off
Transport by air–conditioned bus
English–speaking guide
Admission top the 3 sites mentioned

Supporting documents

Electronic voucher. Have it on your phone.

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible. This must be indicated in the reservation.

Sustainability

All services meet our

Pets

Not allowed.

Frequently asked questions

If you have other questions, contact us

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the activity starts. Any cancellations after this or no-shows on the day will not be refunded.

3 Night Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor

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Reviews of our customers

8.5

Excellent 251 Travelers·27 reviews

October 2, 2026
Germano Danielis
Staranzano, Italy
The guide was knowledgeable and available to answer any questions. The transportation was excellent.
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November 16, 2025
Ricardo
Spain
Well, the site of the Temple of Isis at Philae is impressive, the boat ride is really cool. The unfinished obelisk is interesting and the dam has noth...
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June 14, 2019
Luz Marina Espiau Moreno
Las Palmas, Spain
Vinieron a recogernos a nuestro alojamiento y fueron puntuales. Teníamos el mismo guía de habla hispana que en la excursión anterior, esta vez se le ...
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Jose Ramon
Chihuahua, Mexico
Excellent service!!
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Anonimo
Italy
Guida professionale e simpatica. Grandissimo conoscitore della storia dei luoghi.
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October 26, 2023
Caroline Guirado
France
L activité était très bien. Prise en charge et transport parfait. Le guide était super avec un très bon niveau de langue. Il nous a donné de super con...
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September 4, 2023
Juan Gispert Gimenez
Spain
Complete and well explained by the Saladin guide
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August 30, 2023
Lee
Egypt
Pick up on time. The guide and driver are friendly.
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August 9, 2023
Thomas
France
The guide was awesome A great culture and knowledge I recommend
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Fabio
Alba, Italy
Fantastic guide, very knowledgeable. Spoke super fluent Italian.
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Itinerary

Having picked you up at your hotel or boat, we'll leave the historic centre behind to make our way to the Aswan Dam.

This dam is one of the largest of the 20th century, finished in 1970 and constructed to protect Egypt from the annual flooding of the Nile, the second-largest river in the world.

Our next stop will be the unfinished Obelisk, located in a granite pit from the reign of Queen Hatshepsut. Had it been finished, it would have been the largest obelisk in Ancient Egypt, at 42 metres tall and weighing 1,200 tonnes.

Leaving the quarry behind, the tour makes its way to Agilika island, between the old and new Aswan dam, where the beautiful Philae Temple can be found. This temple is dedicated to the goddess Isis, and is one of the four places where the legend of Isis, Osiris and Horus takes place.

Then, with the tour over we'll take you back to the starting point, 5 hours after initial pickup.

Pickup

This activity includes pickup from hotels, hostels and apartments in the city of Aswan.

However, if your hotel or boat is located at one of the following islands in Aswan, we'll pick you up from the following meeting points:

For accommodation on Aswan Island West (Gharb Aswan): we'll pick you up from the Ferry Terminal in West Bank.
For accommodation on Elefantina Island (Guizirit Alfantin): we'll pick you up from KFC in Kornish Al Nile or from the Egypt Telecom Office on El Sadat Road.
For accommodation on Suhil Island (Guizirit Suhil): we'll pick you up from the Ferry Terminal in West Bank.

If your hotel or boat in Aswan isn't in the city centre or any of the islands mentioned, you'll have to head to one of the meeting points indicated.

Points of interest in Aswan

Temple of Edfu Philae Temple The Temple of Derr

Types of activities in Aswan

Tour Packages Day trips

Other activities in Aswan

Temple of Philae Sound & Light Show 2-Day Abu Simbel Tour + Light and Sound Show Nubian Village Day Trip Aswan Felucca Tour

Itinerary

Having picked you up at your hotel or boat, we'll leave the historic centre behind to make our way to the Aswan Dam.

This dam is one of the largest of the 20th century, finished in 1970 and constructed to protect Egypt from the annual flooding of the Nile, the second-largest river in the world.

Then, with the tour over we'll take you back to the starting point, 5 hours after initial pickup.

Pickup

This activity includes pickup from hotels, hostels and apartments in the city of Aswan.

However, if your hotel or boat is located at one of the following islands in Aswan, we'll pick you up from the following meeting points:

For accommodation on Aswan Island West (Gharb Aswan): we'll pick you up from the Ferry Terminal in West Bank.
For accommodation on Elefantina Island (Guizirit Alfantin): we'll pick you up from KFC in Kornish Al Nile or from the Egypt Telecom Office on El Sadat Road.
For accommodation on Suhil Island (Guizirit Suhil): we'll pick you up from the Ferry Terminal in West Bank.

If your hotel or boat in Aswan isn't in the city centre or any of the islands mentioned, you'll have to head to one of the meeting points indicated.

Aswan Dam, Philae Temple, and The Unfinished Obelisk