Aswan is the calmest of the Nile cities. The river widens, islands break it up, and the pace drops. Philae Temple sits on one of those islands and is reached by boat.
The big day out from here is Abu Simbel, three hours south, where Ramses II cut two temples into the rock. These tours cover both, and the quieter Nubian villages that most itineraries skip.
Aswan Day Tours
Full day tour to Cairo from Aswan by flight
In a private over day tour from Aswan to Cairo with domestic flight, private guide, private transportation and lunch included Visit the main…
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Day Tour of Aswan , Philae temple, High Dam and Obelisk
See the highlights of Aswan in your Aswan Day Tour. Our daily tours will take you to the High Dam that created Lake Nasser, as well as the…
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Day Trip to Abu Simbel from Aswan by coach
Join our Trip to Abu Simbel from Aswan by a modern A/C coach early in the morning to visit the two rock-carved temples at Abu Simbel. These…
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Private tour to Kom Ombo and Edfu Temples from Aswan
Explore the temples of Edfu and Kom Ombo with your own Egyptologist guide on a private tour from Aswan. Relax into a private air-conditioned…
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Felucca Ride on the Nile in Aswan
Enjoy your Felucca ride in Aswan and take a relaxing ride on an Egyptian sailboat in Aswan and to enjoy the river breeze with a fantastic view…
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Trip to the Nubian Villages by boat
Take a day trip from Aswan on an Egyptian sailboat and visit a Nubian village on Soheil Island. Enjoy the scenery on the river and get a closer…
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Private tour to the Tombs of The Nobles
Visit the burial places of ancient Egyptian dignitaries on a private half-day tour of Aswan’s Tombs of the Nobles. Ride a motorboat across the…
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Aswan City Tour in Horse Carriage
Exploring Aswan Public life of Aswan you can have a free walk over the Nile Cornish to explore the real life of Egyptian People in…
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Private day tour to The Nubian Museum
The Nubian Museum is considered to be one of the most important Egyptian existing museums in Egypt. Featuring exhibits and artifacts from the…
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Sound and Light Show at Philae Temple
In the evening, enjoy 1 hour tour watching Sound and Light Show at Philae temple. This interesting show narrates the legends of Goddess Isis and…
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Day Trip to Philae and Kalabsha Temples and Nubian Museum
Best Aswan Day Trip Philae and Kalabsha Temples and Nubian Museum with Guide and Lunch Inc Explore the most famous sights in Aswan, Philae…
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Kalabsha Temple and Nubian Museum Tour
Enjoy your Day Tour Kalabsha Temple and Nubian Museum Aswan. After pick up at your hotel, you will visit the Nubian Museum in Aswan, which…
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Private day tour to The Botanic Gardens and Botanical Museum
Sail on a felucca to the Botanic Gardens on Kitchener Island with the company of a qualified Egyptologist guide. Enjoy the peace and tranquility…
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Private day tour to Luxor from Aswan by car
Private day tour to visit the historical places in beautiful Luxor city like East and west bank of Luxor by private, modern car and your own…
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What Aswan covers
- Philae Temple, reached by motorboat
- The High Dam and the Unfinished Obelisk
- Abu Simbel, by road or by flight
- Nubian villages and the Nubian Museum
- A felucca sail around the islands
Common questions
How long does Abu Simbel take?
Around three hours each way by road, so it is a full day. By flight it is much shorter.
Is Philae far?
It is on an island, so you take a short motorboat across. That is included.
What is a felucca?
A small traditional sailing boat. It is the quietest way to see the islands.