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Philae Temple - Unfinished Obelisk and High Dam Day Tour

4 hoursDuration
Private TourPrivate experience, no group joining
5 - 79 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language

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Visit Philae Temple in Aswan

Visit High Dam

Visit Unfinished Obelisk

Private Guided Tour

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Step into the heart of ancient Egypt with the Philae Temple, Unfinished Obelisk, and High Dam Day Tour in Aswan—a perfect trip for history enthusiasts. Your day begins with a visit to the impressive High Dam, a modern feat of engineering built to tame the Nile’s floods. Next, you’ll explore the Unfinished Obelisk, offering a fascinating glimpse into the stone-carving craftsmanship of ancient Egyptians, with theories tying it to either Queen Hatshepsut or Queen Nefertiti. The tour culminates at the majestic Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis, whose myth and influence still enchant visitors today. With seamless hotel transfers and expert guidance, this sightseeing tour package’s USP is its immersive blend of ancient and modern marvels, all in a single captivating day.

Philae Temple - Unfinished Obelisk and High Dam Day Tour

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Pick up service from your hotel in Aswan and returnProfessional English-speaking tour guideEntrance fees to the mentioned historical placesAll transfers by a modern air-conditioned vehicleBottle water during your tripAll service charges & taxes

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