Aswan Private Half-Day Tour

Aswan Highlights Private Tour

Discover the cultural and natural icons of Aswan on a private half-day tour to the High Dam, Philae Temple and the Unfinished Obelisk with an Egyptologist guide.

Duration: 4 Hours
Route: Aswan → High Dam → Philae Temple → Unfinished Obelisk → Aswan
Travel Type: Private Guided Tour
Category: Historical / Cultural
Target Market: B2B Travel Partners / Private Travelers

Overview

Discover the essential landmarks of Aswan in a compact private half-day program. This tour combines the High Dam, the island sanctuary of Philae Temple and the ancient granite quarries where the Unfinished Obelisk still rests in its bedrock.

Tour Highlights

  • Visit the High Dam of Aswan.
  • Sail by motorboat to Philae Temple.
  • See the Unfinished Obelisk in the granite quarry.
  • Travel with private hotel-to-hotel transfers.
  • Learn from a professional Egyptologist guide.

Daily Itinerary

Pickup & Departure

Your tour begins with a timely pickup from your hotel in Aswan by our private A/C van, accompanied by your professional Egyptologist guide.

The Aswan Experience

Start with a visit to the High Dam to learn about its engineering significance and role in controlling the Nile. Continue by motorboat to Philae Temple, the stunning island sanctuary of Goddess Isis. Then explore the ancient granite quarries to see the colossal Unfinished Obelisk lying in its original bedrock.

Return to Aswan

After capturing memorable photos at each site, you will be transferred comfortably back to your hotel in Aswan.

Inclusions

  • Transfers: Private door-to-door pickup and drop-off from Aswan hotels.

  • Transportation: Modern private A/C van (Capacity: 1 to 45 clients).

  • Guide: Private, highly experienced, and qualified Egyptologist guide.

  • Entrance Fees: All tickets for the mentioned sightseeing included.

  • Refreshments: Complimentary bottle of water during the trip.

  • Taxes: All taxes and service charges are covered.

Exclusions

  • Meals: Any meals or drinks not mentioned.

  • Extra Tickets: Entrance to any additional sites or interior photography permits.

  • Gratuities: Tipping for the guide and driver.

  • Personal Expenses: Shopping and optional activities.

Important Notes

  • Runs every day.
  • Pickup time can be adjusted to suit the hotel location.
  • Philae Temple access requires a short motorboat ride.

Tour Map

Aswan Highlights Private Tour

Frequently Asked Questions About Aswan Highlights Private Tour

These answers cover the main sites, duration and inclusions for the Aswan Highlights Private Tour.

Is the Aswan Highlights Private Tour private?

Yes. This tour is arranged as a private guided half-day tour with pickup and drop-off from Aswan hotels.

What sites are included in the Aswan Highlights Tour?

The tour includes the High Dam, Philae Temple and the Unfinished Obelisk in the ancient granite quarries.

How long does the tour take?

The tour takes approximately 4 hours, making it suitable as a compact half-day Aswan sightseeing program.

Is the boat to Philae Temple included?

The program includes access to Philae Temple by motorboat as part of the sightseeing route, subject to local operating conditions.

Is this tour suitable before or after a Nile cruise?

Yes. The half-day format works well before embarkation, after disembarkation or during a short stay in Aswan.

How can B2B partners request tariff and availability?

B2B partners can request updated tariff, availability and exact pickup timing from Daily Sun Travel before confirmation.