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DAILY TOURS IN ASWAN:
All our tours are conducted on a private basis, so you are free to make it your own and do it your way.
Our tours include the services of an English-speaking Egyptologist/guide (other languages available on request), entrance fees, pick-up and drop-off at your hotel, and transportation in air conditioned car/bus.
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1- Full day Tour 7 hours (approx.): |
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High Dam, Temple of Philae Island & unfinished Obelisque: |
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Excursion tour to visit, Philae Temple (The Temple of Isis is one of the greatest Temples in Egypt and it occupies about a quarter of the island. It is the main Temple on the island, with its huge, complete, pylons and beautiful scenes), High Dam (One of the most outstanding architectural achievements of the twentieth century. It was constructed to replace the old Aswan dam built in 1902. The High dam was constructed to protect Egypt from the floods as well as providing irrigation and electricity all over Egypt. It is 3600 meters long. Visitors can easily locate lake Nasser which is a huge water reservoir) and Unfinished Obelisque (The beautiful red granites that were used in building the temples and monuments in the ancient days were brought from the quarries of Aswan. Now while you are on a trip to the Unfinished Obelisk you can see innumerable inscriptions in the area around the quarries. These are probably the descriptions of the various quarrying projects that were undertaken in the past days). At the end of the day we will transfer you back to your hotel. |
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2- Half day Tour 3 - 4 hours (approx.): |
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Elephantine Island and Kitchener Island: |
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Excursion by sailing boat to the Botanic Gardens on Kitchener Island. Enjoy the peace and tranquillity of the island and the freedom of setting your own itinerary with the luxury of a private tour. From your vantage point on the felucca you will see Agha Khan Mausoleum, situated on the top of a hill, commanding a magnificent view of Aswan area. On the West Bank the desolate hillside is dotted with the Tombs of the Nobles which your qualified Egyptologist guide will give a brief history. Visit the small botanical museum before strolling through the tranquil gardens which are home to many exotic species of plants and trees imported from all around the world. Then visit the Elephantine Island is the largest of the Aswan area islands, and is one of the most ancient sites in Egypt, with artifacts dating to predynastic periods. This is probably due to its location at the first Cataract of the Nile, which provided a natural boundary between Egypt and Nubia. At the end of the day we will transfer you back to your hotel. |
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3- Full day Tour 6 hours (approx.): |
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High Dam & Temple of Philae Island: |
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Excursion tour to visit, Philae Temple (The Temple of Isis is one of the greatest Temples in Egypt and it occupies about a quarter of the island. It is the main Temple on the island, with its huge, complete, pylons and beautiful scenes). Then visit the High Dam (One of the most outstanding architectural achievements of the twentieth century. It was constructed to replace the old Aswan dam built in 1902. The High dam was constructed to protect Egypt from the floods as well as providing irrigation and electricity all over Egypt. It is 3600 meters long. Visitors can easily locate lake Nasser which is a huge water reservoir). At the end of the day we will transfer you back to your hotel. |
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4- Half day Tour 3 - 4 hours (approx.): |
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Kalabsha Temple: |
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Excursion tour to visit, the Temple of Kalabsha, which has been dismantled and re-erected on a hill near the High-Dam site (Western Bank). Originally built by Tutomosis II and Amenophis II at Kalabsha, 40 miles south of Aswan, the Temple was restored during the Roman conquest. At the end of the day we will transfer you back to your hotel. |
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5- Half day Tour 4 hours (approx.): |
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Kom Ombo Temple: |
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Leave the hotel by private car, reaching Kom Ombo after one hour drive on the Upper Egypt Corniche and across the countryside. Visit the Temple of Kom Ombo (Located in Kom Ombo town, 45 km north of Aswan. It is built on a hillside overlooking the Nile. This temple was constructed in the Ptolemaic Roman era for the worship of god Haroeris and Sobek, the crocodile god. It is noted for relief engravings on its walls which show ancient surgical tools, bone saws and dentistry tools. Nearby there are three mummified crocodiles. They are now in Hathor's chapel). At the end of the day we will transfer you back to your hotel. |
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6- Full day Tour 7 hours (approx.): |
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Kom Ombo Temple & Edfu Temple by Deluxe Bus: |
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Leave the hotel by private car, reaching Kom Ombo after one hour drive on the Upper Egypt Corniche and across the countryside. Visit the Temple of Kom Ombo (Located in Kom Ombo town, 45 km north of Aswan. It is built on a hillside overlooking the Nile. This temple was constructed in the Ptolemaic Roman era for the worship of god Haroeris and Sobek, the crocodile god. It is noted for relief engravings on its walls which show ancient surgical tools, bone saws and dentistry tools. Nearby there are three mummified crocodiles. They are now in Hathor's chapel). Then visit the Edfu Temple (Lies in Edfu town, 123 km north of Aswan on the west bank of the Nile. It dates to the Ptolemaic period. It was dedicated to the worship of god Hours represented as a falcon. It is one of the most beautiful Egyptian temples, distinguished by its huge splendid structure that blends Pharaonic and Greek architecture. Its grandeur competes with Luxor temples. It is the second largest temple after Karnak. It also houses the Nilometer and a huge pylon at the entrance). At the end of the day we will transfer you back to your hotel. |
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7- Overday Tour 7 hours (approx.): |
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Abu Simple Temples: |
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Visit The colossal Temple of Abu Simbel built by Ramses II (XIXth Dynasty) and lately saved from inundation of the Nile waters in among the glories of ancient Egyptian monuments. The temples were built out of a sandstone rock cliff, and representation of the deities to which each was dedicated is carved on its huge façade. Nearby, also saved, lies the small Temple of the King's wife Nefertari, dedicated to the goddess Hathor. At the end of the day we will transfer you back to your hotel.
The cost is 90.00$ per person by Bus.
The cost is 270.00$ per person by Plan. |
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8- Half day Tour 3 - 4 hours (approx.): |
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Nubian Museum: |
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Excursion tour to visit, The Nubian Museum in Aswan which was opened in 1997. This museum displays thousands of antiquities that would have been lost under the waters of Lake Nasser. Moreover; you will enjoy scenes of Nubian life demonstrated with a range of life-size displays (The building is set within a landscape, on graded levels, that includes a sequence of waterfalls. When the waterway reaches the lower part of the garden, it divides into 2 branches to surround an open-air stage and amphitheatre where already many local and foreign groups have performed. The remaining 43,000 sq. m. have been planted with palm trees, flowers, and climbing plants, spread over natural rocks. An outdoor exhibit is planned for the garden, but at the moment only a small section is ready. The project is a beautiful resolution of a long-awaited dream). At the end of the day we will transfer you back to your hotel. |
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9- Half day Tour 3 hours (approx.): |
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Nubian village by felucca: |
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Ride by felucca to visit the Nubian village. The three Nubian Villages that are set in a beautiful landscape of the palm trees are located in the bottom of the Elephantine Islands. Have a great time as you undergo the experience of how they earn tie livelihood that they happily show to you. In the Pharaonic times these villages of great significance as they were source of gold. Nubians are the ancient tribes who inhabited this part of Aswan. These people who are of a simple taste and innocent nature stand in stark contrast to the Arab countrymen. It is almost like ancient and traditional wonders in the modern world. At the end of the day we will transfer you back to your hotel. |
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10- Sound and Light Show: |
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Sound and Light Show at Philae temple: |
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At each Philae Sound and Light show, the Egyptian gods and goddesses are, like Osiris, resurrected before our eyes to tell us their life stories. What would Isis say today if she learned that her temple was allowed to sit in water for many years? She would not be happy with this, but she would be proud to know that, like her husband Osiris, Philae was reborn so that new visitors can see the glory of Philae year after year. At the end of the day we will transfer you back to your hotel. |
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11- Half day Tour 2 hours (approx.): |
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Elephantine Island: |
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Excursion by sailing boat to the Elephantine Island is the largest of the Aswan area islands, and is one of the most ancient sites in Egypt, with artifacts dating to predynastic periods. This is probably due to its location at the first Cataract of the Nile, which provided a natural boundary between Egypt and Nubia. As an island, it was also easily defensible. In fact, the ancient town located in the southern part of the island was also a fortress through much of it's history. At one time, there was a bridge from the mainland to the island. Elephantine is Greek for elephant. In ancient times, the Island, as well as the southern town, was called Abu, or Yabu, which also meant elephant. The town has also been referenced as Kom, after it's principle god of the island, Khnum (Khnemu). It is believed that the island received it's name because it was a major ivory trading center, though in fact, it was a major trading post of many commodities. There are large boulders in the river near the island which resembled bathing elephants, particularly from afar, and this too has been suggested as a reason for the island's name. At the end of the day we will transfer you back to your hotel. |
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13- Transfer From Aswan To Luxor 4 hours (approx.): |
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Private Transfer From Aswan To Luxor by Deluxe Bus: |
This Private Transfer from Aswan to Luxor ensures an easy transit between two of the great ancient cities of Egypt. Travel from Aswan to Luxor by a private air-conditioned vehicle.
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14- Aswan Airport Transfer: |
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Meet, Assist & Transfer From / To Aswan Airport: |
Welcome upon arrival to Aswan Airport, smoothing and speeding up all arrival procedures to protect you from being hassled at any point in Aswan International Airport. Moreover, we can help you to get your visa to Egypt upon arrival at Aswan airport. Also, your bags are completely handled by our representative. Then you will be transferred by a private air-conditioned vehicle to your Hotel in downtown.
The price includes:
-Meet & assist at Aswan Airport upon arrival
-Transfer by a private air-conditioned vehicle
-English speaking representative at the airport
-Trolley for luggage at Aswan airport
The price not includes:
-Entry visa to Egypt |
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- International Flights.
- Visa Entry for Egypt.
- Personal items.
- Tipping.
- Any other items not mentioned.
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Above tours are Daily on Private Basis.
PRICES
All prices are in American USD$ Currency, per person. Contact us for exact price according to your dates of trip and the number of participants.
ASWAN
Since the period of the Old Kingdom, Sian was the door of Africa controlling the trade routes from the south to the north. It was the harbour and the market, its name is derived from Sianite or the red granite extracted from its quarries around. Opposite to Sian or Aswan, is Abou or the island of elephants, the capital of the first district in Egypt, housing the palace of its governor. Because of its geographical position, it had been chosen by Eratosthenes to calculate the radius of the earth in 230 BC. Aswan gained more of its importance, after the high dam construction in 1972; it became a source of electrical energy and a water reservoir.
Born more than 5000 years ago, Aswan has been the main market of the African products; (spices, leathers, ivory, fruits, grains, baskets, mummified and living crocodiles). It is the sunniest winter resort in Egypt, the Nile flowing through amber desert and granite islands covered with palm trees and tropical plants. Elephantine Island, and also the ancient Nilometer measuring the floods. Botanical Island, a small forest of tropical plants and birds. The lower Nubian is that part of the Nile valley lying in between the first and second cataract, its ancient name was Kush. Since the period of the Middle Kingdom, Kush was dominated by Egypt and assimilated gradually the Egyptian influence; the pharaohs of successive dynasties extended the building of their temples to Kush, which is completely submerged under the waters of the High Dam lake. In 1960, the UNESCO started a great world campaign to save the so-called Nubian temples, this successful campaign ended in 1972. Abu Simbel temples (280 km to the south of Aswan) Built more than 3250 years ago by the great builder Pharaoh Ramses II, the temples entrances are guarded by the Pharaoh colossal statues. The two temples are completely dug inside the rocky mountain, these salvage took place in 6 phases: Removing 300000 tons of rocks surrounding the temples, cutting the temple into 1036 blocks, and enumerating each one of them, transferring the 15000 tons of enumerated blocks to a higher ground level, reconstruction of the temples, reconstruction of the mountain surrounding the temples (the same phases were applied for the salvage of Philae temple lying between the High Dam and Aswan Dam).
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