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Aswan and Nubia highlights in 1 day

Discover the highlights of Aswan in one day, combining ancient temples, local heritage, and a relaxing sail along the Nile. Visit the magnificent Philae Temple, the Unfinished Obelisk, and the High Dam, then enjoy lunch before exploring Elephantine Island.

End the day with a traditional felucca ride, sailing past the Tombs of the Nobles, Agha Khan Mausoleum, Plantation Island, and the historic Old Cataract Hotel.

Day 1

Aswan and Nubia highlights in 1 day

Visit Philae temple.

Visit the unfinished obelisk. 

Visit the High Dam.  

Lunch

Visit Elephantine Island archeological site. 

Felucca ride in the Nile River to view the following: The Nobles tombs – Agha Khan Mausoleum – the Plantation Island and the Old Cataract hotel. 

The tour duration 7 – 8 hours 

Dressing code: Normal.

Optional activities:

( please notify us before hand of optional tours you would like )

  • The Nubian Museum. 
  • Animalia house museum. 
  • Lunch or dinner in a local Nubian Family house. 
  • Camel ride to Saint Simon Monastery. 
  • Visit Plantation Island. 
  • Philae temple sound and light show.

Includes

  • Tours.
  • Transfers.

  • Tour Guide fees.

  • Meals (as mentioned)

  • Boat rides

  • Bottled water during the trip

  • Felucca ride

Excludes

  • Drinks during included meals
  • Optional tours
  • Tipping
  • Any other thing not mentioned in the included section.

Important Notes & Terms

  • Other Languages Guide Supplement (French,Spanish & German) Subject to availability For Land Tours 13 EUR
  • Pick up times are estimate times (to be confirmed by our local operator)

  • Above quotation is based on hotels located in Central areas, to be updated once we have your accommodation details

  • The dress code is conservative while visiting Mosques, Churches, villages or areas with mainly local communities.

  • The above prices are subject to change; if a high inflation rate happens as a result of government practices, currency rate change or economic problems.

  • Transfers in Sedan cars for 1 or 2 People. (in case a van requested extra cost is added). (in case a van requested extra cost is added). Note: using a Sedan car in Cairo requires an extra short walk in 2 attractions, the Citadel and the Museum of Civilization. If big size luggage included Van in all destinations by default.

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