Private Day Tour of Aswan, Philae Temple and Obelisk

This private tour offers an unhurried, deeply personal encounter with Aswan’s ancient wonders. With your own Egyptologist guide and a private vehicle, you’ll enjoy complete flexibility and insightful storytelling tailored to your interests. Unlike large group tours, this experience allows you to linger at the Philae Temple, examine the Unfinished Obelisk up close, and ask all the questions you want. From hotel pickup to your final drop-off, every detail is handled with care — making this a seamless, enriching, and truly local way to explore Aswan.

1. 1

   Unfinished Obelisk

   2 hours

   Prepare to be transported through time as you reach the island sanctuary of Philae, accessible only by motorboat. Dedicated to the goddess Isis, this temple complex is a masterpiece of Ptolemaic architecture. Wander among towering columns adorned with detailed reliefs and learn how the entire temple was relocated piece by piece to save it from flooding after the construction of the Aswan High Dam. It’s not just a visit — it’s a story of ancient devotion and modern engineering.

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   Temple of Philae

   2 hours

   Step into the ancient granite quarries of Aswan to witness the Unfinished Obelisk — a 1,200-ton monument carved directly into the bedrock. Intended to be the largest obelisk ever created, its sudden abandonment offers a rare, raw look into ancient engineering. See the tool marks and fissures up close as your guide explains how Egypt’s artisans shaped stone over 3,000 years ago.

• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.