Private Day Trip to Aswan from Luxor with Philae Temple & High Dam
Departing from Luxor
Aswan
- Pick up services from your hotel in Luxor and return
- Viewpoints offering panoramic views of the dam and the lake.
- Located on Agilkia Island, Philae Temple is dedicated to the goddess Isis. It’s famous for its stunning architecture and intricate carvings
- A massive ancient obelisk left incomplete in its quarry. It offers insights into ancient Egyptian stone-working techniques.
- Enjoy a meal at a local restaurant, sampling traditional Egyptian dishes.
What to expect
Start early at 5:00 AM from Luxor by private car or train. Arrive in Aswan around 9:00 AM and visit the Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis, on Agilkia Island, accessed by a scenic boat ride. Spend 1.5 hours exploring its intricate carvings. Next, head to the Aswan High Dam for an hour to marvel at this engineering feat with panoramic views of Lake Nasser. Enjoy a traditional Egyptian lunch at a local restaurant. In the afternoon, visit the Unfinished Obelisk for an hour to understand ancient stone-working techniques. Return to Luxor around 2:00-3:00 PM, arriving by early evening.
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