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Philae Temple, High Dam and the Unfinished Obelisk

Exclusive Misr travel advantages that you will treasure for the rest of your life:

  • Travel in the company of experienced Egyptologist guide to provide the ultimate history lesson along your entire journey.
  • Philea Island: Board a motorboat to the temple complex.
  • On a traditional Nile felucca, meet the captain and learn the art of sailing this ancient Nile craft.

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Depart your Aswan hotel or cruise ship and travel to the High Dam of Aswan, an engineering miracle when it was built in the 1960s.  The dam spans the Nile River, more than two miles across and incorporating 16 times the amount of material that went into the Great Pyramid at Giza. It provides irrigation and hydro-electric power to much of Egypt, and the reservoir that formed behind it, Lake Nasser, is 340 miles long.

Proceed to the impressive granite quarries and site of the Unfinished Obelisk. Illustrating the skills of Egypt’s stonemasons, this monolith is one-third taller than any other ancient Egyptian obelisk. Later, Ride Like a Local around the Aswan islands in a felucca, weather permitting.

Ride a motorized boat to Philae Temple on the island of Agilika. This sacred complex was dedicated to the Goddess Isis and reflects a fusion of three great civilizations — Egyptian, Greek and Roman. The temple was dismantled, and then painstakingly reassembled when the construction of the High Dam caused surrounding Nile waters to rise. Philae Temple has a beautiful setting on an island in the river which has been landscaped to match its original site. Later, Ride Like a Local around the Aswan islands in a felucca.

We can customize this private tour just for you like a tailor making a bespoke suit .any element can be tailored - activities,hotels,flights and meals.call us at +2 01222685786 or request a quote.

Includes

  • Pick up from your hotel or port & Return
  • All service charges and taxes.
  • All entrance fees included
  • Led by a qualified Egyptologist and professional guide.

Excludes

  • Any extras not mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Gratuities (recommended).

Prices:
- Prices are quoted in US Dollars per person per trip and valid till April 30.2018, except during Christmas, New Year & Easter holidays.
- Tour prices and dates are correct at the time of the website going live, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking.
- A 25 % deposit per person is required to confirm your booking.
- Once we have received your deposit, land/cruise prices are guaranteed. Air prices are subject to increase and are   guaranteed only from the time that full payment is received.
- Full payment is due 8 weeks before the tour departure
- We charged no credit card fees or hidden surcharges.
- Prices are inclusive Accommodation, Transfers, Sightseeing, Meals as indicated and internal flights.

Solo traveler:
Accommodation is based on twin/triple share, so if you’re travelling on your own (independently) and would prefer your own space our Solo Sleeper Option is available as indicated in tour prices. This will guarantee you your own room for every night of the tour. The number of single rooms we can offer is limited, so it’s best to book early.

Single supplement:
This option is available for those who prefer travelling with others but prefer single accommodation. This will guarantee you your own room for every night of the tour. The number of single rooms we can offer is limited, so it’s best to book early

Important Notes:
We highly recommend you book this trip as early as possible, preferably 60 days prior to departure. Reservations received within 30 days will be on request and subject to availability of en-route accommodation.

For full terms and conditions, please click here (Booking Conditions page).

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Philae Temple, High Dam and the Unfinished Obelisk

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Duration overday

Tour Type Aswan Day Tours

Highlights

ake a private tour to explore the mighty High Dam – a modern feat of engineering – creating Lake Nasser, the world’s largest artificial lake. Be astounded at the size of the Unfinished Obelisk, and enjoy a leisurely boat trip to Agilika Island for a guided tour of the romantic Philae Temple – dedicated to the goddess Isis.

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