Philae Temple Tour
Family friendly trip to Philae Temple, Dam, and the Obelisk
$45/$ 30 Adults/Children
Philae Temple Tour scedule; Runs Everyday From Aswan
Duration: Full Day Trip to Philae Temple, high dam, and the Unfinished Obelisk
Philae day tour from Aswan
Scedule
Departs Daily
Bastet Travel Guide will pick you up from your hotel in Aswan or from Aswan airport to enjoy this authentic Day Tour to Philae from Aswan.
Scheduled Pickups Available upon Request.
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One day trip to Philae, High Dam, and the Obelisk from Aswan
Take a private tour to explore three of Aswan most popular and well known sites. Walk on the High Dam which separates Lake Nasser from the Nile, be astounded at the size of the Unfinished Obelisk, and enjoy the beauty of Philae Temple’s island location. Enjoy highlights of Aswan in Aswan Day Tour. Our tours will take you to the High Dam that created Lake Nasser, as well as the Unfinished Obelisk to see how ancient Egyptians cut these huge stone pillars, and finally Philae Temple.
Trip Itinerary
Aswan tour To Philae Temple
Experience the magnificent excursion to visit Philae Temple, the Unfinished Obelisk, and Aswan High Dam . First stop of the day will be a visit the Philae Temple which was dedicated to the Goddess Isis, this Temple was dismantled and reconstructed on Agilika Island after Aswan Dam was constructed. Continue your tour to visit the Unfinished Obelisk which belonged to Queen Hatshepsut. This Obelisk weighs about 1200 tons and is approximately 42m in height. Finally ending with a visit to the Aswan High Dam which was constructed in 1960 and completed in 1970. Its main function is to protect Egypt from the annual floods as well as providing storage of water for agriculture.
Our guide will pick you up from your hotel or Nile Cruise to visit Aswan’s High Dam which is one of the most important achievements of the last century in Egypt. It Contains 18 times the material used in the great pyramid of Cheops and It provides Egypt with water and electricity and secures the country from the destructive inundation of the Nile River. Then you will visit the Temple of Isis at Philae which its construction started during the reign of Ptolemy II and completed by the Roman emperors. And it was dedicated to the goddess Isis which was considered the mother of god and she is the mother god Horus and the consort of God Osiris. After that Ending the tour with Aswan Granite Quarries as Aswan was considered as the main granite supplier for all of Egypt. You will find there the famous Unfinished Obelisk which is most probably belonged to Queen Hatshepsut in the 18th dynasty. It measures about 42 meters and it’s considered the heaviest obelisk ever cut in ancient Egypt. It weighs nearly about 1100 tons
Then, you will be escorted by air-conditioned vehicle to the hotel to check-in and stay overnight.
Philae Temple Day Tour
Enjoy highlights of Aswan in Aswan Day Tour. Our tours will take you to the High Dam that created Lake Nasser, as well as the Unfinished Obelisk to see how ancient Egyptians cut these huge stone pillars, and finally Philae Temple.
Philae day tour from Aswan Scedule
Departs Daily
Bastet Travel Guide will pick you up from your hotel in Aswan or from Aswan airport to enjoy this authentic Day Tour to Philae from Aswan.
Scheduled Pickups Available upon Request.
Aswan Egypt Tour highlights
Aswan Day Tour (Trip Itinerary)
Enjoy your Aswan Day Tour! Our Bastet Travel representative will pick you up from your hotel in Aswan to enjoy a day tour in the amazing city Aswan.
Go back in time to when the great gods and goddesses were worshiped. On your private, guided tour of Philae Temple, you’ll explore the sacred site that was built to honor Goddess Isis. Isis, the mother of God Horus and wife of Osiris, is famed for her symbolism of peace, beauty and love. Surrounded by water, the island of the temple is home to the incredible ancient Egyptian ruins that date back to 690 BC. On this tour, you’ll not only learn about the unique history from your personal tour guide, but you’ll also get the experience of sailing on the Nile River to and from Philae Island. Round-trip transportation in a private air-conditioned vehicle is also included.
Start your tour by a visit to the High Dam, an engineering miracle built in 1960 protecting Egypt from annual floods from the Nile. Then proceed to visit the Unfinished Obelisk which shows the techniques used by the ancient Egyptians to cut obelisks. Most probably this obelisk belongs to Queen Hatshepsut, one of the rulers of the 18th Dynasty and the royal wife of king Tuthmosis II. This queen was the owner of her Temple in the eastern bank of Luxor. Also there is an opinion said that it belongs to Queen Nefertiti. Move on to visit the majestic Philae Temple which was built on the honor of Goddess Isis the chief deity of the island. Later you will be transferred back to your hotel.
Your tour finishes with a drop-off at your hotel.
Trip Inclusions
What is included
- Pick up services from your hotel & return.
- All transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicle.
- Private English-speaking Egyptologist guide.
- Entrance fees to all the mentioned sites.
- Bottled water on board the vehicle during the tour.
- All taxes & service charge.
Trip Exclusions
Trip Exclusions
- Gratuities
- Any personal expenses
- Any Extra not mentioned
Notice
Incase of pick up from Any Areas at The western Bank of the Nile, there is a supplement of $10 per person would apply.
Bring With You
- Hat
- Camera
- Comfortable shoes.
- Sunblock & Sunglasses.
- Cotton clothes in summer.
Best Times for Visiting Aswan Egypt
Aswan weather is hotter than rest of Egypt. we recommend early start in summer season to avoid the heat.
INTERESTING FACTS ABOUT PHILAE TEMPLE
What does Philae mean?
Philae in Greek or Pilak in ancient Egyptian, meaning ‘the end,’ defined the southernmost limit of Egypt. It was begun by Ptolemy II and completed by the Roman Emperors who came to power after him.
When was Philae Temple built?
280 BCE. Built during the reign of Ptolemy II (Egypt’s Greco-Roman Period), the Temple of Isis at Philae is dedicated to Isis, Osiris, and Horus.
What are the powers of Isis?
Powers. Isis had great powers of healing, protection, and magic. She could even cast spells on Ra. An example of her powers is when Isis brought Osiris back to life for one night.
Where is the temple of Philae located?
The temple of Isis from Philae at its current location on Agilkia Island in the reservoir of Aswan low dam.
How old is Philae Temple?
The oldest surviving temple buildings here date from the time of Nectanebo I (circa 370 BC) and the principal deity worshiped was Isis, although Osiris, Nephthys, Hathor, and the cataract gods Khnum and Satet were also venerated.
Who is Isis the goddess?
Isis was the daughter of the earth god Geb and the sky goddess Nut and the sister of the deities Osiris, Seth, and Nephthys. She was also wife to Osiris, god of the underworld, and bore him a son, Horus. … Her cult subsequently spread throughout the Roman Empire, and Isis was worshipped from England to Afghanistan.
Philae Temple Tour From Aswan price
Notice: These prices are not valid in New YEAR and Christmas times.
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Philae Tour From Aswan
6 persons and more- Pick up services from your hotel & return.
- All transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicle.
- Private English-speaking Egyptologist guide.
- Entrance fees to all the mentioned sites.
- Bottled water on board the vehicle during the tour.
- All taxes & service charge.
Philae Tour From Aswan
4-5 persons- Pick up services from your hotel & return.
- All transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicle.
- Private English-speaking Egyptologist guide.
- Entrance fees to all the mentioned sites.
- Bottled water on board the vehicle during the tour.
- All taxes & service charge.
Philae Tour From Aswan
2-3 persons- Pick up services from your hotel & return.
- All transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicle.
- Private English-speaking Egyptologist guide.
- Entrance fees to all the mentioned sites.
- Bottled water on board the vehicle during the tour.
- All taxes & service charge.
Philae Tour From Aswan
Per solo traveller- Pick up services from your hotel & return.
- All transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicle.
- Private English-speaking Egyptologist guide.
- Entrance fees to all the mentioned sites.
- Bottled water on board the vehicle during the tour.
- All taxes & service charge.
Children Policy
• 01.99 Free of Charge
• 2 – 5.99 pay 25% of tour price
• 6 – 11.99 pay 50% of tour price
• 12+ pay full tour price as per adult person
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General Tips about Aswan Egypt:
- Arabic is the official language, English is widely used as second language.
- Learn some Arabic words like Shokran, Mn Fadlak.
- Always wear comfortable shoes.
- Buy a local SIM card.
- The currency of Egypt is the Egyptian pound, The value of the Pound is effectively fixed at the rate of 0.064 LE to 1 USD, Credit cards are widely used in Egypt.
- Try the famous Egyptian food like “Fool”, Egyptian beans, and “Koshary”, a traditional Egyptian pasta dish.
- Try Kebab and Kofta, the Egyptian traditional meat dish
- Stay Hydrated at all times especially during the summer in Egypt.
- Friday and Saturday are the official holidays in Egypt.
- The metro is one of the fastest ways to travel from one place to another within Cairo.
- Keep our tour Guide by your side to fully enjoy your time in Egypt.
Highlights Of Egypt:
- Explore the Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx, and valley temple which belongs to king Chephren.
- Admire the wonders of ancient history at the Egyptian Museum.
- Shop at Khan El Khalili Bazaar’s enchanting markets in old Cairo.
- Behold the holy Islamic & Coptic attractions in Old Cairo.
- Feel the grandeur of Luxor within its majestic temples & tombs.
- See Luxor temple, Hatshepsut temple, Valley of the Kings and Karnak temple in Luxor.
- Witness the great Philae and Abu Simbel temples in Aswan.
- Board a soulful Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan or vice versa.
- Discover the Natural Allure of Egyptian oases like Siwa or Bahariya Oasis.
- Swim, Dive, and snorkel in Hurghada or cities situated on the Red Sea.
- Dive or snorkel in Sinai or cities situated on the Red Sea.
- Visit the Saint Catherine Monastery in Sinai.
