Program & Itinerary for Visiting Philae Temple, the High Dam, and the Unfinished Obelisk

Duration: Half-day to 1 day

Best Time to Visit: Morning (to avoid the midday heat)

Itinerary

Morning: Visit Philae Temple

7:30 AM – Pick-up from your hotel in Aswan.

Transportation: Drive to the Philae Temple Marina (~20 minutes).

Experience: Take a scenic motorboat ride across the Nile to Agilkia Island, where Philae Temple is located.

Tour Highlights:

Explore the beautiful temple dedicated to the goddess Isis.

Admire intricate carvings, the Temple of Hathor, and the Kiosk of Trajan.

Learn about the UNESCO relocation project that saved the temple from flooding.
9:30 AM – Depart from Philae Temple by boat and return to the marina.

Mid-Morning: Explore the High Dam

10:00 AM – Drive to the High Dam (~15 minutes).

Tour Highlights:

Marvel at this impressive modern engineering feat, completed in 1970.

Enjoy panoramic views of Lake Nasser, the world’s largest man-made lake.

Learn about the dam’s role in controlling the Nile’s flooding and its significance for Egypt’s energy supply.
10:30 AM – Depart from the High Dam.

Late Morning: Visit the Unfinished Obelisk

10:45 AM – Drive to the Unfinished Obelisk (~20 minutes).

Tour Highlights:

Witness an enormous ancient obelisk still lying in its original quarry.

Discover how ancient Egyptians carved massive stone monuments.

See the cracks that caused the obelisk to be abandoned.
11:30 AM – End of the guided tour.

Optional Add-On

If time permits, you can combine the trip with a visit to the Nubian Museum or enjoy a relaxing lunch at a Nile-view restaurant in Aswan.

Inclusions

Professional guide (English-speaking or other languages as needed).

Air-conditioned  transportation.

Motorboat ride to/from Philae Temple.

Tips for Travelers

Wear comfortable walking shoes and sun protection.

Bring water and snacks, as refreshments are limited at these sites.

Consider an early start to beat the heat and crowds.