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Private Aswan Highlights Tour from Aswan Airport
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At a glance
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Price from
- $79 / person
- Location
- Aswan, Egypt
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 1 reviews
- Languages
- AR, DE, EN, IT
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Nile Holiday
Description
Make the most of your arrival with this private Aswan highlights tour from Aswan Airport, designed for travelers with limited time or those starting a Nile Cruise. Meet your professional Egyptologist guide at the airport and travel in a private air-conditioned vehicle to discover Aswan's most famous attractions. Visit the impressive Aswan High Dam, admire the beautiful Temple of Philae dedicated to Goddess Isis, and explore the ancient Unfinished Obelisk in the granite quarries. Enjoy personalized attention, flexible pacing, and fascinating stories that bring Egypt's history to life. After your sightseeing tour, relax with a comfortable transfer to your hotel, Nile Cruise, or back to Aswan Airport. This private tour offers the perfect combination of history, culture, convenience, and seamless airport transfers, making it an ideal way to begin or end your visit to Aswan.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 13 times a day, 6:00 AM–12:00 PM
- Next available
- Tue, Oct 27
- Adult (ages 12+)
- $79
- Child (ages 6–11)
- $30
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $159.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 26.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Upon your arrival at Aswan International Airport, please collect your luggage and proceed to the airport exit gate, where your tour guide will be waiting to welcome you. The guide will be holding a sign displaying your name for easy identification.
Aswan High Dam
Proceed to the Aswan High Dam, one of Egypt's greatest modern engineering achievements. Constructed between 1960 and 1970 across the Nile River, the dam was built to control the annual flooding of the Nile, provide a reliable water supply for agriculture, and generate hydroelectric power. Enjoy panoramic views over the vast Lake Nasser, one of the world's largest artificial lakes, while learning about the dam's significant role in Egypt's economic development and modern history.
Philae Timple
Enjoy a scenic motorboat ride across the Nile to the beautiful island of Philae, home to the magnificent Temple of Isis, one of Egypt's best-preserved ancient sanctuaries. Originally built during the reign of Pharaoh Nectanebo I (380–362 BC) and later expanded by the Ptolemies and Romans, the temple is renowned for its elegant architecture, impressive colonnades, and fascinating mythology dedicated to the goddess Isis. Explore the temple with your expert guide, discovering its rich history and intricate carvings, before enjoying some free time to stroll the island, take memorable photographs, and admire the peaceful surroundings at your own pace.
Unfinished Obelisk
Discover the remarkable Unfinished Obelisk, the largest known ancient obelisk ever attempted. Accompanied by your expert Egyptologist guide, you'll explore the ancient granite quarry where this colossal monument remains partially carved from the bedrock after a crack halted its construction. Learn about the ingenious stone-cutting techniques used by the ancient Egyptians and gain insight into how these massive monuments were created and transported. Walk around the site, examine the visible tool marks, and imagine the sheer scale of what would have been a 42-meter (137-foot), 1,200-ton masterpiece had it been completed.
Aswan
Conclude your tour with a convenient transfer to your Aswan hotel, Nile Cruise, or the airport.
What's included
Included
Round-Trip Motorboat Ride to Philae Temple Island
Meet and assist service upon arrival & departure
Entrance fees to all the mentioned sites
Bottled water during the tour
Private English-speaking Egyptologist guide
All service charges and taxes
All transfer by a private air-conditioned vehicle
Not included
Any extras not mentioned in the itinerary
Tipping
Pickup Locations & Times
* Your guide will be waiting for you at the Aswan International Airport exit gate, holding a sign with your name for easy identification.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
1 reviews
How it compares in Aswan
- Starting price $79 is close to the typical $80 for tours of similar length in Aswan
- Price unchanged over the last 14 days
Excurgo comparison of 1,633 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Pick-up and drop-off location in Aswan, (Flight details)
- Additional supplement applies to guided services provided in languages other than English.
- Your tour guide will be waiting for you at the airport exit gate, holding a sign with your name for easy identification.
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 Private Aswan Highlights Tour from Aswan Airport take?
Private Aswan Highlights Tour from Aswan Airport lasts about 4 hours. The itinerary has 5 stops.
How much does Private Aswan Highlights Tour from Aswan Airport cost?
Prices start at $79 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 $159. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Private Aswan Highlights Tour from Aswan Airport run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 13 departures a day between 6:00 AM and 12:00 PM.
How much does Private Aswan Highlights Tour from Aswan Airport cost for children?
Children aged 6–11 pay from $30, adults from $79.
Can I cancel Private Aswan Highlights Tour from Aswan Airport 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. * Your guide will be waiting for you at the Aswan International Airport exit gate, holding a sign with your name for easy identification. Pickup points include Kulih Nubian Guest House, B&B Saluga Sehel Island Nubian House.
What languages is Private Aswan Highlights Tour from Aswan Airport offered in?
The experience is available in AR, DE, 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.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Private Aswan Highlights Tour from Aswan Airport worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 1 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Nile Holiday.
Reviews(1)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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