Overview
Discover the Wonders of Aswan, Egypt
Experience one of the most beautiful regions in Egypt with this Aswan day trip and discover the area's history and beauty.
The Aswan Egypt day tour will cover some of the top attractions such as Aswan High Dam, Unfinished Obelisk, and Egypt Philae Temple.
Explore Aswan's Major Attractions
Your tour begins at Aswan Dam which is a rock fill dam constructed across the Nile River during 1960-1970. This engineering structure was built for flood management of the Nile, water supply for irrigation purposes, and electricity production.
Your tour guide will then take you through the new High Dam and explain how it has revolutionized Egypt's economy and, most importantly, how the country manages the Nile's water resources.
Next, visit Unfinished Obelisk, which offers a glimpse into the ancient Egyptians' carving methods. This massive pillar, if completed, would have been 30% larger than any other obelisk in ancient Egypt.
It was left incomplete because cracks were noticed to have formed on the rock, giving archaeologists an opportunity to learn how the ancient Egyptians were carving their giant pillars.
Visiting Philae Temple for a Great Time
After visiting the Aswan High Dam and the Unfinished Obelisk, take a motorboat ride to Philae Temple as part of your Aswan day trip. Originally situated on Philae Island, the temple complex was moved in a very meticulous and systematic manner to the island of Agilkia.
This process was undertaken by the UNESCO Nubia Campaign in order to preserve the temples before the construction of Aswan High Dam flooded the original area. Philae Temple is one of the most famous temples in Egypt and is dedicated to the goddess Isis.
At the end of the day, you will be driven back to your Aswan hotel with new knowledge and impressions of the mysterious and beautiful Egyptian history.
Visit Aswan with our Egypt vacations and holidays and be captivated by the wonders of Aswan in Egypt.