Aswan High Dam & Philae Temple Island: Half Day Tour

Visit the massive Aswan High Dam, one of world's largest embankment dams, and boat tour to Philae Temple island on Lake Nasser.

3-4 hours

1-20 people

$30 - $60

Easy

About This Activity

Explore modern Egyptian engineering at the Aswan High Dam, built 1970, controlling Nile floods. Then sail to Philae Temple, an island sanctuary dedicated to Isis goddess. This ancient temple was relocated stone-by-stone when Lake Nasser was created, showcasing both engineering marvel and ancient preservation.

Highlights

Aswan High Dam (3,830m long)
Lake Nasser views
Modern Egyptian engineering
Dam visitor center
Boat tour on reservoir
Philae Temple island
Isis temple dedication
Stone relocation history
Scenic Nile vistas

What's Included

Hotel transfer
Expert guide
Boat to Philae
Temple entrance
Felucca ride

Gallery

Aswan High Dam & Philae Temple Island: Half Day Tour 1

Price From

$30 /person

Duration

3-4 hours

Group Size

1-20 people

Location

Egypt

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before activity