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Elephantine Island tour on Aswan with expert Egyptologists
4.3(6)Aswan5 hours
VIATOR4.7(3)TRIPADVISOR4.0(3)
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At a glance
Duration
5 hours
Price from
$55 / person
Location
Aswan, Egypt
Rating
4.3 / 5 · 6 reviews
Languages
AR, DE, JA, EN
Group
Private
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Hotel pickup
Available
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Sunrise Tours
Description
Family Friendly - kids mischief/Naughty are welcomed :) -easy soft move - Stressless - Hustless
Before the city of Aswan was there, Elephantine Island was the site of a pharaonic era trading town called Swenet that used the island and the turbulent waters of the First Cataract as protection from attack.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Start times
9 times a day, 6:00 AM–2:00 PM
Next available
Tue, Oct 13
Adult (ages 12+)
$55
Child (ages 6–11)
$40
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $100.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 12.
Tour Options
Elephantine Island on Aswan
Pickup included
Itinerary
Elephantine Island
Admission not included300 min
According to ancient Egyptian religion, Elephantine was the dwelling place of Khnum, the ram-headed god of the cataracts, who guarded and controlled the waters of the Nile from caves beneath the island. He was worshipped here as part of a late triad of Egyptian deities. This "Elephantine Triad" included Satis and Anuket. Satis was worshipped from very early times as a war goddess and protector of this strategic region of Egypt. When seen as a fertility goddess, she personified the bountiful annual flooding of the Nile, which was identified as her daughter, Anuket. The cult of Satis originated in the ancient city of Aswan. Later, when the triad was formed, Khnum became identified as her consort and, thereby, was thought of as the father of Anuket. His role in myths changed later and another deity was assigned his duties with the river. At that time his role as a potter enabled him to be assigned a duty in the creation of human bodies.
Bottled water on board the vehicle during the tour
Not included
Sightseeing entrance fees are to be paid on spot by credit card
other Languages Egyptologist guide are available up to request
Tipping, beverages, extra activities, and Personal spending
Pickup Locations & Times
We do pick up all travelers outside Aswan City at an extra cost per person
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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How it compares in Aswan
Starting price $55 is 31% below the typical $80 for tours of similar length in Aswan
Excurgo comparison of 1,628 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Wheelchair accessible
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
We do pickup all travelers in Aswan city with an extra cost of $10 per person.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Elephantine Island tour on Aswan with expert Egyptologists take?
Elephantine Island tour on Aswan with expert Egyptologists lasts about 5 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Elephantine Island tour on Aswan with expert Egyptologists cost?
Prices start at $55 per person for this Aswan experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $100. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Elephantine Island tour on Aswan with expert Egyptologists run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 9 departures a day between 6:00 AM and 2:00 PM.
How much does Elephantine Island tour on Aswan with expert Egyptologists cost for children?
Children aged 6–11 pay from $40, adults from $55.
Can I cancel Elephantine Island tour on Aswan with expert Egyptologists for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. We do pick up all travelers outside Aswan City at an extra cost per person Pickup points include Lefay Floating Hotel In Aswan, Marina Aqua Park Hotel.
What languages is Elephantine Island tour on Aswan with expert Egyptologists offered in?
The experience is available in AR, DE, JA, EN, IT, FR, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(6)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Cristin_C
December 6, 2025 · via Viator
Elephantine Island in Aswan
Elephantine Island is a less frequently visited destination because its temples are not that spectacular. But we were accompanied by an expert Egyptologist, Aida by name, who explained to us in great detail about the history of those temples and everything that was in that area. Because the island has 3 parts of which we only visited the temples. The excursion lasts a maximum of 2 hours and not 5 hours as it was in the description on Viator.
Operator response
Greetings from Sunrise tours, Egypt. We thank you so much for sharing your experience with us & our community, we are so grateful, and you are appreciated. It was our pleasure to have you among our lovely clients, we look forward to welcoming you again when you return and again with our best wishes to enjoy each moment in your life. Sunrise tours team
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Relax722887
September 25, 2023 · via Tripadvisor
High price for low value
It's too expensive (almost USD 50) for a tour to a place tha has little to offer. If you want to have a good experience go to Philae (Agilika Island) to visit the Temple of Isis.
Just skip Elephantine Island and save your money and your time.
3 people found this helpful
Operator response
Dear Valued Client, Greetings from Sunrise tours Egypt. We thank you so much for sharing your experience with us & the community, so grateful and much appreciated.
It was our pleasure to have you among our lovely clients, we look forward to welcoming you again and again with our best wishes to enjoy each moment in your life.
sunrise tours team
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sveinenator
March 27, 2023 · via Tripadvisor
Historic journey unparalleled.
First we had a week in Cairo, then we flew to Luxor. Then we took a luxury cruise by riverboat up to Aswan, where we visited Elephantine Island, which could not bring us closer to the origins of humans in Africa.
Operator response
Dear Value Client Greetings from Sunrise tours Egypt. On behalf of the team and me personally, We thank you so much for sharing your experience with us and the community. We love to have lovely clients such as you and we will be looking forward to welcoming you again and again. Love to hear from you, Bahaa Eldin tour Operator
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Simon_B
February 23, 2023 · via Viator
So close to Aswan city but a million miles from the hustle and bustle
Iman was a fantastic guide - really friendly and personable. It was wonderful to see the island - so peaceful. The sites were really interesting and with the guide became alive in their description.
Operator response
Dear Value Client Greetings from Sunrise tours Egypt. On behalf of the team and me personally, We thank you so much for sharing your experience with us and the community. We love to have lovely clients such as you and we will be looking forward to welcoming you again and again. Love to hear from you, Bahaa Eldin tour Operator
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faroukw917
March 9, 2022 · via Tripadvisor
Amazing
Everything is possible in order to enjoy the most beautiful island in the Nile, very kind nubian people and have hospitality by nature
3 people found this helpful
Operator response
Greetings from Sunrise Tours. On behalf of all the team, we thank you so much for sharing your views and experience with us. Your review is highly appreciated and is very important to us and the community.
Thank you again!
Sunrise Tours Team
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Robbin_H
September 28, 2021 · via Viator
Excellent
What a great tour, my guide was excellent!! She knew so much and was so helpful when I wanted to add more to my day!! Thank you!!
Operator response
Greetings from Sunrise Tours. On behalf of all the team, we thank you so much for sharing your views and experience with us. Your review is highly appreciated and is very important to us and the community.
Thank you again!
Sunrise Tours Team
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