Aswan, Egypt, is a beautiful city located on
the banks of the Nile River. It is known for its rich history, stunning
landscapes, and ancient landmarks. Here are some of the top sightseeing tours you can
consider in Aswan:
Philae Temple: Take a tour to Philae Temple,
dedicated to the goddess Isis. The temple was relocated from its original
location due to the construction of the Aswan High Dam and now stands on
Agilkia Island. It is a remarkable site with intricate carvings and stunning
architecture.
Abu Simbel: A visit to Abu Simbel is a must-do
tour from Aswan. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is famous for its colossal
rock-cut temples built by Pharaoh Ramses II. The temples are known for their
impressive statues and intricate reliefs.
Aswan High Dam: Explore the Aswan High Dam, an
engineering marvel that controls the flow of the Nile River and provides
electricity to Egypt. The dam offers panoramic views of Lake Nasser, and you
can learn about its construction and significance during the tour.
Nubian Village: Experience the vibrant Nubian
culture by visiting a Nubian village. Take a boat ride on the Nile to reach the
village and immerse yourself in the colorful houses, friendly locals, and
traditional crafts. It's a great opportunity to learn about the Nubian way of
life.
Felucca Ride on the Nile: Enjoy a relaxing
felucca boat ride on the Nile River. Sail around Elephantine Island and enjoy
the beautiful views of the riverbanks, traditional villages, and lush greenery.
It's a peaceful and scenic experience.
Unfinished Obelisk: Visit the Unfinished
Obelisk, an ancient monument located in a granite quarry. This massive obelisk
was abandoned during its construction, and it provides insights into the
ancient Egyptian stone-cutting techniques.
Kom Ombo Temple: Take a day trip to Kom Ombo
Temple, situated on the east bank of the Nile River. This unique temple is
dedicated to two gods, Sobek (the crocodile god) and Horus (the falcon-headed
god). Explore its well-preserved halls, courtyards, and the Crocodile Museum.
Aswan
Sightseeings Tours, Private day Tour to visit the most famous attractions in
Aswan, Visit Aswan High Dam, the unfinished obelisk & Philae temple.Through
your Aswan Day Excursions, Enjoy Aswan High Dam, Unfinished Obelisk and Philae
Temple Tour. Visit the High Dam, the building purpose of the high dam was to
Itinerary
World
Tour Advice representative will pick you up from any meeting point in Aswan at
to start a day tour to Aswan sightseeing accompanied by your private Egyptology
expert tour guide
The
Ancient quarries & the Unfinished Obelisk Tour
The
unfinished obelisk is the largest known ancient obelisk, located in the
northern region of the stone quarries of ancient Egypt in Aswan, The unfinished
obelisk is believed to belong to Queen Hatshepsut, the queen who ruled Egypt as
a man, using the men clothes & the false beard, Aswan unfinished obelisk is
nearly one third larger than any ancient Egyptian obelisk ever erected. If
Ancient Egyptian finished it would have measured around 42 m and would have
weighed nearly 1,200 tons.
Aswan
High Dam Tour
For
many centuries, Egyptian people were suffering from either water too much or
too little water, Some years there would
be
drought, and there was not enough water to grow the crops or to use for their
daily life. Other years there
was
so much water that the great Nile River would flood, destroying the crops and
anything in front of his way. so the Egyptian
needed
to find a way to manage the water from the Nile River so that they had just the
right amount all the time.The answer to
these
problems was the high dam in Aswan which is is one of the largest embankment
dams in the world
Aswan
High Dam is an engineering miracle constructed the ten years between 1960 and
1970. It aimed to
increase
Egypt national economic production by further regulating the annual river Nile
flooding and providing storage of water for
agriculture,
& later, to generate hydroelectricity.
The
dam has had a significant impact on the economy and culture of Egypt.but in the
same time it was not positive for the mud
which
was rich of all natural elements for the land & it was carried to cover
Egypt land with the flood, now no mud come, it was
created
a big lake behind the dam ( Nasser lake ) that covered the Nubian lands &
temples.
The
Egyptian government with the Unesco tried to save a lot of temples such as Abu
Simbel temple & Philae temple.
Lunch
meal will be served at a local restaurant in Aswan
The
majestic Philae Temple Tour:
Philae
temple was begun by Ptolemy II and completed by the Roman Emperors. Philae Temple
was dedicated to the goddess Isis, wife of the god Osiris and mother of Horus
the god of protection, represented as a falcon. These three gods dominate
ancient Egyptian culture and their story possesses all the drama of a
Shakespearian tragedy.End of your tour in Aswan city Transfer to your hotel in
Aswan.
Included
What
is included in our day tour to Aswan sightseeing
-
Private English-speaking guide
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Private tour, exclusive for your party
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Hotel Pick-up and Drop-Off from all Aswan hotels.
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Private air-conditioned transportation
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Private guided tour to the High Dam
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Private guided tour to the Unfinished Obelisk
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Private guided tour to Philae Temple.
Excluded
What
is Excludes from our day tour to Aswan sightseeing
-
Any extra not mentioned in our tour itinerary
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Personal expenses
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Tipping
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