Private Tour
Aswan Half-Day Tour: Philae Temple, High Dam & Unfinished Obelisk
Overview
Available languages
2 days
Mobile ticket
Discover the top highlights of Aswan in just a few hours on this private half-day tour. Visit the famous Philae Temple, beautifully located on Agilkia Island and dedicated to the goddess Isis. Continue to the impressive Aswan High Dam, one of Egypt’s greatest modern engineering achievements, and enjoy panoramic views of Lake Nasser.
End your journey at the Unfinished Obelisk, where you’ll learn how the ancient Egyptians carved massive stone monuments directly from the bedrock.
This tour is perfect for travelers who want to explore Aswan’s most iconic attractions in a short time, with the comfort of a private guide and flexible schedule.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Abu Simbel
Food and Drinks
LUNCH
Lunch
Abu Simbel Temples Discover the awe-inspiring Abu Simbel Temples, with their colossal statues and intricate carvings, a true masterpiece of ancient Egypt built by Pharaoh Ramses II.
Philae Temple & High Dam
Food and Drinks
LUNCH
Lunch
Aswan
Philae Temple & High Dam Discover the beauty of Philae Temple, gracefully situated on its island, and explore the engineering marvel of the High Dam. Enjoy a relaxed tour with a professional guide, learning about Aswan’s history, culture, and the impressive Nile landmarks.
What‘s Included
Private transportation
Pickup and drop off
Bottled water
Tourist guide
Air-conditioned vehicle
Entrance Ticket
Philae Motorboat
Tips
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
Private Two-day Tour
Pickup included
Reviews
16 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Philae Temple
100gurur,Mar 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Today I had the pleasure of experiencing Philae Temple with Mohammed Abdo. He is a real expert with deep knowledge. He explained the story of this temple in a cheerful and interesting manner. I wish him all the the best!
Aswan
nektariak2026,Mar 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour was excellent and our guide Mohamed Abdo was amazing . We enjoyed every minute of the tour!
Philae con abdu
Sightsee20709689285,Mar 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The most important part of the tour is Philae, where my friend Mohammed Abdo told me the story of how the entire temple was moved. The explanation was excellent. If you do this tour, I recommend doing it in the morning; it gets very hot in the afternoon.
Very cool experience.
T9541YVcarlosl,Mar 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The visit with Mohammed Abdo has been very good, I highly recommend it.
Mohamed abdo is a great tour guide!
ryanlG2849YV,Mar 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Mohamed abdo Was very funny, I had a great time with our tour to Abu Simbel. Thank you from Canada! ✌️😎
I recommend!
morganedB8258QV,Mar 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Thanks to Mohamed Abdo for this very friendly moment, superb visit and very good explanations! Thank you very much! Enjoy:)
Wonderful time exploring history!
T124BFannak,Mar 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I really enjoyed my exploration of the marvelous wonders of Egypt in great company of Mohamed! From the start I felt being at ease with his cheerfulness and a good sense of humor. He gave me interesting facts and stories about the places and kept the conversation going with ease. Also, he is a very good photographer!!! I highly recommend Mohamed as a professional and a wonderful person to be your guide.
Philae tour
225ainhoab,Mar 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Mohamed took great care of us, he was a knowledgeable guide and also took our pictures.
Amazing Tour!
Nomad23139940014,Mar 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a fun time at Abu Simbel with our guide Mohammad Abdul. He is funny and made it entertaining throughout the journey. We managed to arrive earlier than the crowd and were happy with the photos we took and what we learned about Abu Simbel and the history behind it. Would book it again!
Experience with guide
849ayushis,Jan 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a very good time and wonderful experience with the guide (Mohammed), He was extremely knowledgeable, friendly, and passionate about the history and culture of the area. Everything was well organized, and he explained the temples in a clear and interesting way, making the experience both educational and enjoyable. He was also very patient, answered all our questions, and made sure we were comfortable throughout the tour. Thanks to him, our visit to Aswan was truly memorable. I highly recommend this guide to anyone visiting Aswan and looking for an authentic and enriching experience.
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