Watch the modern engineering miracle of the famous High Dam in Aswan. And watch the ancient engineering miracle or building the Obelisks. After that pay a visit to the elegant temple of Philae dedicated to goddess Isis, goddess of magic.
High Dam, Unfinished Obelisk and Philae Temple
Tour Overview
- Trip runs: Daily
- Trip Duration: 4 hours
- Pick up time: 08:00 am to 09:00 pm
- Tour Type: Private Tour
Tour Itinerary
Stylish Holidays representative will pickup you today for a mixing tour, you will start by visiting the High Dam, an engineering miracle built between 1960 and 1976 to protect Egypt from annual floods from the Nile. Construction of the Aswan High Dam commenced in 1960 and just four years later, the first phase was reached and the Lake Nasser reservoir began to fill. The High Dam finally completed in its entirety by 1976. More than 35,000 people were involved in constructing Dam, which has become a huge source of energy in Egypt, and before the floodwaters of Lake Nasser arrived, no less than 24 different major archeological sites and temples were successfully relocated, so that they would not be lost beneath the waters forever.
After that proceed to visit the Unfinished Obelisk in Aswan Northern Quarries, which shows the techniques used by the ancient Egyptians to cut obelisks. Historically, the quarries of Aswan became the number one source of granite in Egypt and this particular partly carved obelisk has become one of the city’s most famous ancient tourists attractions.
Offering a true insight into the Egyptian past craft of stone carving, the Unfinished Obelisk is huge and measures almost 50 meters / 160 feet and remains in this state after being abandoned when a noticeable crack appeared in the granite.
Then we board a motor boat sailing on the Nile to reach an island to visit a beautiful temple on this island, the Temple of Philae, which was built by Ancient Egyptians for the Goddess Isis on Philae island, but the temple became submerged after the first Aswan dam was built in 1906, and it was not until the seventies that many nations attempted to save the Temple. All these countries, together with UNESCO, selected a suitable place, but they had to wait until the completion of the High Dam, in 1971, which would stabilize the level of the water around their chosen island. The new island was called Egilica (also called Agilika), and it was completely reshaped to imitate Philae Island as closely as possible.
After that, we will board our motor boat to sail back to city of Aswan and transfer back to hotel
Tour Prices
Persons |
Price |
|---|---|
| Single Person | 155 US$ |
| 2-4 persons | 95 US$ |
| 5-9 persons | 60 US$ |
| 10 or more persons | 55 US$ |
Photo Gallery
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- Round trip transfers from and to your location in Aswan
- All transfers by air conditioned vehicle
- Professional Egyptologist guide (All major languages are available)
- Entrance fees
- Taxes and service charge
- Assistance of Stylish Holidays during trip
Tour excludes
- Tips and gratuities
- Meals except where indicated
- Drinks
- Personal expenses
Sightseeing Reservation Form
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General Conditions for Daily Sightseeing
Tour Prices
- Tour prices are published in US Dollars currency
- Tour price is quoted per person per tour inclusive of services mentioned in each tour
- Meals and drinks are excluded unless mentioned clearly
Children Policy (joining Parent)
- Less 2 years: free of charge at transportation, tours and accommodation
For flights, infant rates will be applied - Less 6 years: free of charge at transportation and tours
Accommodation: Some hotel charge children over 2 years
For flights, children rates will be applied - Less 12 years: charged 50% of adult prices
For flights, children rates will be applied - More 12 years: Full adult price
Deposit and Payment
Full payment is required to final confirm your tour booking and you can pay by credit card (a secure payment link will be created for payment) or via swift bank transfer
Special Requests
In case the client has any special requests, he/she should inform the company at the time of booking. The company will do the best to fulfill these requests, but it is not guaranteed and will be subject to availability.
Tour Voucher
After your tour booking is confirmed and paid, you will receive a confirmation email with a voucher
All your tour details and information along with contact details will be included in the voucher
Cancellation Policy
In case of cancellation due to personal or business reasons and we have already incurred costs on your behalf, these costs will be transferred to you
No cancellation fees will be charged in case of ‘force majeure’ such as volcanoes, earthquakes, or reasons beyond control
Tipping
Tipping is normally for expressing your satisfaction with services you have received from the staff on duty with you. We advise to tip as you are willing.
This will be greatly appreciated, but you are not obligated to.
