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Philae Temple Sound and Light Show with Private transfers
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Price from
- $45 / person
- Location
- Aswan, Egypt
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 1 reviews
- Languages
- DE, EN, FR
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Egypt Unlimited Tours
Description
Philae Temple Sound and Light Show with Private Transfers Have you ever wondered what life have been thousands of years ago? You will know about it through the creation of Philae Temple Sound and Light Show. Spend the evening while enjoying Philae Temple Sound and Light Show, that takes you on a narrated journey to discover the legends of Goddess Isis & God Osiris. There is a marvels story for this temple, since an early century, the site of Philae was flooded for six months each year. An incredible restoration program was undertaken in the 1960s, and the Temple was moved stone by stone to the current location. Enjoy the spectacular lights of the multimedia presentations which vividly reveals the form and majesty of this ancient site and walk through the magnificent temple as its history is narrated. After the show transfer back to your hotel.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 7:00 PM
- Next available
- Tue, Dec 1
- Adult (ages 12+)
- $45
- Child (ages 3–11)
- $15
- Infant (ages 0–2)
- Free
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $65.
Larger groups pay less per person.
In demand: 30 of the next 30 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 28.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Sound and Light Show - Philae
At 17:00 private Pick-up from Aswan hotel or Nile cruise. With a private air-conditioned vehicle go to Philae Temple, set on an island in a basin of the Nile River. On route, hear how the temple was built during the 3rd and 2nd centuries BC, and dedicated to the Egyptian goddess, Isis. During the 1970s, the building was dismantled at its original location on Philae Island, and re-erected on its current island to save it from flooding caused by the completion of the new Aswan High Dam in 1970. On arrival, have your camera ready for the spectacular sound and light show. Watch in awe as a rainbow of lights and laser projections illuminates the temple, bringing it to stunning life. Walk through the atmospherically lit courts, halls and colonnades as the English commentary summons up the ghosts of pharaohs past and recounts the temple’s history through the ages. Discover the symbolic meanings behind the wall reliefs and admire the lights of the floodlit edifice reflected in the lapping Nile waters. After the show, return to your private vehicle and travel directly back to your hotel or Nile cruise, where your tour ends. • Sound and Light Show at Philae Temple from Aswan Hotels or Nile Cruises. • Ride a boat to the beautiful island temple of Philae • Roam the halls as lights and audio bring ancient Egypt to life • Enjoy the stunning colors and projections • Learn about the temple’s gods and history of the pharaohs • Admire the illuminations reflected in the Nile waters • Includes entrance fees, guide, and return hotel and cruise port transfers by private vehicle
What's included
Included
Ride a boat to the beautiful island temple of Philae included.
Pick up service from your hotel or Nile Cruise in Aswan and return.
Learn about the temple’s gods and history of the pharaohs
All transfers by private modern air-conditioned vehicle
Enjoy the stunning colors and projections
All service charges and taxes
Not included
Any extras not mentioned in the program
Tipping (Optional)
Pickup Locations & Times
We pick up from all Aswan hotels and Nile Cruises
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
1 reviews
How it compares in Aswan
- Starting price $45 is 11% below the typical $51 for tours of similar length in Aswan
- Price unchanged over the last 16 days
Excurgo comparison of 1,634 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Dress code is smart casual
- The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
- Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
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 Philae Temple Sound and Light Show with Private transfers take?
Philae Temple Sound and Light Show with Private transfers lasts about 2 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Philae Temple Sound and Light Show with Private transfers cost?
Prices start at $45 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 $65. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Philae Temple Sound and Light Show with Private transfers run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 7:00 PM.
How much does Philae Temple Sound and Light Show with Private transfers cost for children?
Children aged 3–11 pay from $15, adults from $45. Infants go free.
Does Philae Temple Sound and Light Show with Private transfers sell out?
It can: 30 of the next 30 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Philae Temple Sound and Light Show with Private transfers 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 pick up from all Aswan hotels and Nile Cruises Pickup points include Hapi Hotel, Old Cataract Aswan.
What languages is Philae Temple Sound and Light Show with Private transfers offered in?
The experience is available in DE, EN, FR.
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?
Specialized infant seats are available Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Reviews(1)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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