
Private Aswan Tour: Philae Temple, High Dam & Unfinished Obelisk
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 2 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Private Aswan Tour: Philae Temple, High Dam & Unfinished Obelisk worth booking?
Private Aswan Tour: Philae Temple, High Dam & Unfinished Obelisk is a 6-hour experience in Aswan, Egypt, from $58 per person. It scores 58 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 2 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 58 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (2)
- Duration
- 6 hours
- From
- $58 per person
This comprehensive Aswan tour covers the city's most iconic landmarks. Begin at the magnificent Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis, beautifully relocated to Agilkia Island after the High Dam construction. Visit
What you get
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Bottled water
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
- Qualified Egyptologist guide
About this experience
This comprehensive Aswan tour covers the city's most iconic landmarks. Begin at the magnificent Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis, beautifully relocated to Agilkia Island after the High Dam construction. Visit the engineering marvel of the Aswan High Dam, understanding its crucial role in controlling the Nile's floods. Explore the ancient granite quarries where you'll witness the Unfinished Obelisk, still lying in the bedrock and offering fascinating insights into ancient Egyptian stone-working techniques. With an expert guide, this tour perfectly combines ancient history with modern engineering, showcasing how Aswan's monuments and natural resources have shaped Egypt's story from pharaonic times to the present day.
What's included
Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Bottled water
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
- Qualified Egyptologist guide
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Aswan High Dam
The High Dam of Aswan is an engineering miracle when it was built in the 1960s. Containing more material than used in the Great Pyramid of Cheops, the Dam is 11,811 ft long, 3215 ft thick at the base, 364 ft tall and is carved into from the existing granite, providing irrigation and electricity for the whole of Egypt. From the top of the High Dam you can gaze across Lake Nasser to Kalabsha temple in the south and the huge power station to the north.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Unfinished Obelisk
Continue to the Unfinished Obelisk in the granite quarries of Aswan where much of the red granite used for ancient temples and colossi came from. The Unfinished Obelisk still lies where it was carved when a crack was discovered as it was being hewn from the rock. Your qualified Egyptologist guide will explain how the hundreds of tons of obelisk was carved, and why the crack caused it to be abandoned.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Temple of Philae
.Philae Temple was carefully moved to its current location (around 500 meters from the original site) when the construction of the High Dam caused surrounding Nile waters to rise. A short motorboat ride takes you to the island where your guide will take you on a walking tour through the temple before allowing you free time to explore further on your own. Dedicated to the goddess Isis, Philae Temple has a beautiful setting on an island in the river which has been landscaped to match its original site. Its various shrines and sanctuaries celebrate the deities involved in the myth of Isis and Osiris. This is a private tour allowing you to determine the amount of time spent at each of the sites during the tour.
150 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
VIP Package
Inclusions: Expert Driver + Private Car + Professional Local Guide + Sites Entry Fees + Lunch at a Local Restaurant + Bottled Water Pickup included
Gold Package
Inclusions: Expert Driver + Private Car + Professional Local Guide + Sites Entry Fees Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- ar, de, en, it, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 12 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Your Egypt Tours
Know before you go
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Traveler reviews
2 verified traveler reviews for Private Aswan Tour: Philae Temple, High Dam & Unfinished Obelisk. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Wow!! Amazing places full of history!
Waleed Adnan was a great guide, he told history as a play, made it easy to comprehend thousands of years of history in one day!
via Tripadvisor
It’s amazing what they did!!!
We were just amazed by the fact that they moved piece by piece this huge, beautiful temple from a near by island to this other one with a higher altitud because it was getting destroyed by the Nile floods. What a job was that!!! We also enjoyed very much seeing the unfinished obelisk and visited the Aswan dam. The whole experience was terrific!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 6 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $58 to $210
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by Your Egypt Tours, who run 5 experiences we rank across 2 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 44.8.
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Private Aswan Tour: Philae Temple, High Dam & Unfinished Obelisk: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Aswan.
How much does Private Aswan Tour: Philae Temple, High Dam & Unfinished Obelisk cost?
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Prices start at $58 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Aswan usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Private Aswan Tour: Philae Temple, High Dam & Unfinished Obelisk take?
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Plan for about 6 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Aswan is not rushed.
Is Private Aswan Tour: Philae Temple, High Dam & Unfinished Obelisk worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 58 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 2 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Aswan, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Private Aswan Tour: Philae Temple, High Dam & Unfinished Obelisk?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Private Aswan Tour: Philae Temple, High Dam & Unfinished Obelisk suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 6-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Private Aswan Tour: Philae Temple, High Dam & Unfinished Obelisk?
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Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Aswan can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Aswan and add a light layer if any part of the 6-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private Aswan Tour: Philae Temple, High Dam & Unfinished Obelisk start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Aswan within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Aswan?
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On Outty we rank every Aswan experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include 3 or 2 or 1 Nights Mighty Nile Felucca Adventure, 4-Day 3-Night Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor&Abu Simbel+Balloon, 4-Day Nile Cruise sails Aswan to Luxor&Abu Simbel.Hot air Balloon. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Aswan?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Aswan?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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