Tour To High Dam, The Unfinished Obelisk & Philae Temple From Aswan in Aswan
Aswan, Egypt

Tour To High Dam, The Unfinished Obelisk & Philae Temple From Aswan

Outty Ranking 48 5.0 · 1 traveler reviews3 hoursFrom $27
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48/100

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Is Tour To High Dam, The Unfinished Obelisk & Philae Temple From Aswan worth booking?

Tour To High Dam, The Unfinished Obelisk & Philae Temple From Aswan is a 3-hour experience in Aswan, Egypt, from $27 per person. It scores 48 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look, based on a 5/5 rating across 1 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
48 / 100
Rating
5/5 (1)
Duration
3 hours
From
$27 per person

Private tour to Tour to High Dam, The Unfinished Obelisk & Philae Temple from Aswan with a Private tour guide,See The High dam and the temple of the Goddess Isis and the Granite Quarry of Aswan

What you get

  • Hotel pick-up and drop off
  • Professional licensed diver guide
  • Includes

About this experience

Private tour to Tour to High Dam, The Unfinished Obelisk & Philae Temple from Aswan with a Private tour guide,See The High dam and the temple of the Goddess Isis and the Granite Quarry of Aswan

What's included

Included

  • Hotel pick-up and drop off
  • Professional licensed diver guide
  • Includes

Not included

  • Gratuities
  • Souvenir photos (available to purchase

What you'll see and do

  1. Aswan High Dam

    Start your day tour in Aswan by getting picked up from your hotel or cruise ship and drive to the High Dam of Aswan, an engineering miracle when it was built in the 1960s. From the top of the High Dam, you can gaze across Lake Nasser to the Kalabsha temple in the south and the huge power station to the north.

    120 minutes here · Admission included

  2. 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 1-tonne obelisk was carved, and why the crack caused it to be abandoned.

    60 minutes here · Admission included

  3. Temple of Philae

    The last of the 3 famous Aswan sites you will see is generally regarded as the best. 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 around 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. After finishing your tour, you'll be dropped off your hotel or Nile cruise in Aswan

    120 minutes here · Admission included

Where it starts and ends

Meeting point

Aswan

We pick up all the travelers from their hotels

Hotel pickup

Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.

Ends at

We pick up all the travelers from their hotels

Before you book

Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Languages
en
Ticket
Mobile Only
Runs on
Every day
Group size
Up to 15 travelers per booking
Operated by
Marsa Alam Tours

Know before you go

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Traveler reviews

1 verified traveler reviews for Tour To High Dam, The Unfinished Obelisk & Philae Temple From Aswan. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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252jeanbaptister · November 2025

Very responsive organization of an excursion to the Tel de Philae

I found the contact on a blog and arranged via what’s app a visit from Aswan to the Temple of Philae (taxi from our hotel + boat + entrance tickets) and all at the last moment (noon for 2pm the same day...). Ultra responsive, accurate on prices and schedules. I recommend!

via Tripadvisor (translated)

Good to know

Duration
3 hours
Free cancellation
Up to 24h before
Minimum age to book
2+
Availability
Bookable today
Runs on
Every day
Price range
$27 to $54
Hotel pickup
Available for selected locations
Booked in 30 days
0
Verdict
Worth a Look

Who runs this experience

Operated by Marsa Alam Tours, who run 24 experiences we rank across 3 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 54.7.

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Why this scores 48

The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

Traveler sentiment (30% weight)78
Review evidence (18% weight)11
Booking momentum (14% weight)0
Value for money (12% weight)26
Listing quality (10% weight)76
Local standing (8% weight)52
Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

Tour To High Dam, The Unfinished Obelisk & Philae Temple From Aswan: questions travelers ask

Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Aswan.

How much does Tour To High Dam, The Unfinished Obelisk & Philae Temple From Aswan cost?

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Prices start at $27 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 Tour To High Dam, The Unfinished Obelisk & Philae Temple From Aswan take?

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Plan for about 3 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 Tour To High Dam, The Unfinished Obelisk & Philae Temple From Aswan worth it?

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It holds an Outty Ranking of 48 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 1 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 Tour To High Dam, The Unfinished Obelisk & Philae Temple From Aswan?

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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 Tour To High Dam, The Unfinished Obelisk & Philae Temple From Aswan suitable for kids and families?

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The operator sets a minimum age of 2. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 3-hour running time when deciding.

How far in advance should I book Tour To High Dam, The Unfinished Obelisk & Philae Temple From Aswan?

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Around 0 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 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

Where does Tour To High Dam, The Unfinished Obelisk & Philae Temple From Aswan 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 4-Day 3-Night Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor&Abu Simbel+Balloon, 4-Day 3-Night Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor - Private Tour, 3 or 2 or 1 Nights Mighty Nile Felucca Adventure. 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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