Al Gouna to Aswan: High Dam and Philae Temple - overnight
Tour Overview
You will be picked up by a professional tour guide and drive south past picturesque villages to Aswan. Our first stop will be a modern wonder of technology. Built in the 1950s, the Aswan High Dam brought the Nile’s devastating floods to an end, reclaimed more than 100,000 acres of desert land for agriculture and made further crops possible on an additional 800,000 acres. After lunch at a good local restaurant, we board a motorboat to Philae Island. After the construction of the Aswan Low Dam, it was completely submerged in the Nile but with help of UNESCO, it found a new home on the Island Agilkia. The first structure that greets visitors is the iconic Trajan's Kiosk, built in the 2nd Century AD by the Roman Emperor Trajan. The main structure on the island is the Temple of Isis; the goddess of health, marriage, motherhood, and wisdom. You will visit the temples and the ancient Nilometer. At the end of the tour, you will be brought to your Aswan Hotel (Bed & Breakfast-basis). The next day you will be brought back to your hotel in Al Gouna. ...more ...less
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Transfer to Aswan: High Dam and Philae Temple
Location: Philae, Aswan High Dam
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Lunch
Early pick up for transfer to Aswan. Our first stop will be a modern wonder of technology. Built in the 1950s, the Aswan High Dam brought the Nile’s devastating floods to an end, reclaimed more than 100,000 acres of desert land for agriculture and made further crops possible on an additional 800,000 acres.
After lunch at a good local restaurant, we board a motorboat to Philae Island. After the construction of the Aswan Low Dam, it was completely submerged in the Nile but with help of UNESCO, it found a new home on the Island Agilkia. The first structure that greets visitors is the iconic Trajan's Kiosk, built in the 2nd Century AD by the Roman Emperor Trajan. The main structure on the island is the Temple of Isis; the goddess of health, marriage, motherhood, and wisdom. You will visit the temples and the ancient Nilometer.
At the end of the tour, you will be brought to your Aswan Luxury accommodation. ...more ...less
Day 2 : Transfer to El Gouna
Location: El Gouna
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, you will be brought back to El Gouna
What's Included
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1 bottle of Mineral Water per person per day
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Accommodation
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Airport Transfers at Destination
Airport transfer or accommodation transfer
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Entrance Fees
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Fully Guided
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Local Taxes
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Day One: Lunch in a good local restaurant Day Two: Breakfast at the Aswan hotel
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Private transportation
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Private English-speaking Egyptologist tour guide
Private English-speaking Egyptologist tour guide
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sightseeing tickets / admission fees
What's Not Included
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Country Entry Visas
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Drinks with Meals
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Tipping and Gratuities
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International Travel
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other Languages Egyptologist guide with supplement $20
Check out our Q&As
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
After the tour High Dam and Philae Island, guests have free time to explore Aswan. Additional excursions available with the guide (Abu Simbel, Kitchener Island, Unfinished Obelisk, Nubian Village).
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Are all entrance fees included in the price?
All fees and taxes are included
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
Airport transfers are not included in the tour but can be arranged.
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Are there any restrictions on this tour?
It is not allowed to take pictures at the Aswan High Dam
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What information do I have to provide before the tour?
Transportation between cities, require Governmental permission. Guests need to provide EgBride with a copy of their passports two days before the tour.
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Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?
Pre- or post-accommodation throughout Egypt can be arranged by EgBride.
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What is the fitness level required to do this tour?
Please be advised that a motorboat transfer is included in this tour. Temples and Tombs are not always accessible for wheelchairs.
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
Children are permitted to take part in the tour
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Are vaccinations required for this tour?
The COVID-19 measures of Egypt apply. For hotel accommodation, vaccination proof or negative PCR-test is required.
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Is the tour coach air conditioned?
All transportation is private and air-conditioned.
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What is the maximum group size?
EgBride operates this tour as a private tour for 1 to 10 guests (larger groups upon request), no other passengers will be included in the tour or excursion.
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What currencies are required for this tour?
Excursions, tours and accommodation in Egypt requires USD; personal spending is advised to be paid in Egyptian Pounds
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Do you require a visa for this holiday?
A visa is required to enter Egypt. Please consult the Travel Advise of your Embassy.
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Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?
EgBride operates private tours, no other passengers will be included in the tour or excursion.
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What happens if a group doesn’t make its minimum required number of passengers?
EgBride operates this tour as a private tour for 1 to 10 guests, no other passengers will be included in the tour or excursion.
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Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?
This private tour includes an experienced driver and professional tour guide.
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What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?
4* to 5* Luxury Hotel
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Professional, English-speaking tour guides are included in the tour
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What is the tipping policy?
Gratuities and tipping is not included in the price and to the discretion of the guest.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
The COVID-19 measures of Egypt apply. For hotel accommodation, vaccination proof or negative PCR-test is required. All staff-members of EgBride are fully vaccinated.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
EgBride operates her tours as private tours for 1 to 10 guests, no other passengers will be included in the tours or excursions.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
EgBride operates this tour as a private tour for 1 to 10 guests, no other passengers will be included in the tour or excursion.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
There is no "single share" option available.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
EgBride confirms every booking with e-voucher.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
All accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations according to the regulations of the Ministry of Tourism.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
In her tours, EgBride encourages guests to respect heritage, environment, local customs and culture. We work with the local community and don't include the exploitation of endangered species in our tours.
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Al Gouna to Aswan: High Dam and Philae Temple - overnight
2 Days Starting in Al Gouna and ending in El Gouna, Hurghada, Red Sea Governorate, Egypt
Visiting: Philae, Aswan High Dam, El Gouna
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Tour code:
EG020
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Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 7
Age range:
1-90
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Vegans, Meat, Kosher, Halal, Dietary needs on request
Tour operated in:
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