Discover Aswan Tours and Attractions

From the ancient monuments on every must-see list to the quiet beauty of the loveliest islands of the Nile. Aswan is home to the outstanding Nubia Museum and the splendid archaeological sites of Philae and Kalabsha, near the High Dam. Aswan invites you to dream and relax, with its charming African atmosphere and its slow and relaxed way of life. With a wide variety of excursions and activities, we hope to convey a flavour of the wealth of possibilities Aswan & Abu Simbel can offer travellers.

Aswan Day Tours – Choose from below to see our excursions

Private Transportation • Sightseeing including all entrance fees • Expert Egyptologist Guide

Temples of Philae , the High Dam & the Unfinished Obelisk

Drive to Lake Nasser, a short motorboat trip takes you to Agilika Island where you will visit the romantic island temple of Isis at Philae, dedicated to the goddess Isis, is now situated on the small island of Agilika. Also, on the island are a temple of Hathor, Trajan’s Kiosk, a birth house (mammisi) and various shrines and sanctuaries. For a sense of adventure, head to the lesser known Ptolemaic temple of Kalabsha. Take the staircase to the roof where you will have stunning views of the whole temple complex and what lies beyond. Both temples were part of the UNESCO rescue campaign of twenty-two monuments in ancient Nubia. Finally, pay a brief visit on the return journey to the High Dam and the ancient quarry that still holds a gigantic unfinished obelisk. From here we will head back to your hotel.

Felucca sail around Aswan’s Islands & Nubian Lunch

A day’s leisurely sailing aboard a traditional felucca circling the beautiful islands of Aswan. A slow, relaxed way to explore Elephantine Island with its evocative ruins, and the Botanical Gardens on lush Kitchener’s Island. A walking tour into one of the many colourful Nubian villages perched on the edge of the desert near Aswan is also possible. Enjoy a traditional Nubian meal, freshly cooked on board by the sailors, while the feluccas float on the Nile among enormous granite boulders and between exotic and lush islands.

Visiting the Temples of Abu Simbel, by land

The world-famous temples of Ramesses II and Queen Nefertari lie 280 km south of Aswan, overlooking Lake Nasser. Four colossal statues of Ramesses II dominate the façade of his great rock-cut temple, the most famous and ambitious of his architectural wonders. The nearby Temple of Hathor was also built by Ramesses II in honour of his Great Royal Wife, and favourite, Queen Nefertari. Abu Simbel can be reached by road from Aswan. You can travel to Abu Simbel at any time between sunrise and sunset. By road, it will take you approximately three hours to get there and three hours back.

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Visiting the Temples of Edfo & Kom Ombo

The temple of Edfu, dedicated to the falcon god Horus, is one of the largest temples in Egypt. For centuries, this temple was hidden under the desert sand, so it has been preserved almost intact. The great court, hypostyle halls and shrines are completely decorated with beautiful reliefs.

The temple in Kom Ombo is the only double temple in Egypt. It’s dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek and Haroeris, the falcon-headed god. The main characteristic of this temple is its symmetry, with twin entrances, sanctuaries and hypostyle halls that are divided down the middle.

You are welcome to choose from our suggested itineraries or customize your tours according to your preferences. Feel free to modify any part of the plan to better suit your needs.

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