• Aswan High Dam - The High Dam of Aswan is an engineering miracle when it was built in the 1960s. Containing more material than used in the Great Pyramid of Cheops, the Dam is 11,811 ft long, 3215 ft thick at the base, 364 ft tall and is carved into from the existing granite, providing irrigation and electricity for the whole of Egypt. From the top of the High Dam you can gaze across Lake Nasser to Kalabsha temple in the south and the huge power station to the north.

• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Bottled water
• Transport by air-conditioned minivan
• Qualified Egyptologist guide

• Food and drinks
• Gratuities

This extensive tour of Aswan highlights the city’s most renowned landmarks. Start at the stunning Philae Temple, devoted to the goddess Isis, which was beautifully relocated to Agilkia Island following the construction of the High Dam. Visit the impressive Aswan High Dam, and learn about its vital role in managing the Nile’s floods. Discover the ancient granite quarries, where the Unfinished Obelisk remains in the bedrock, providing intriguing insights into ancient Egyptian stone-working methods. With the guidance of an expert, this tour seamlessly blends ancient history with modern engineering, illustrating how Aswan’s monuments and natural resources have influenced Egypt’s narrative from the time of the pharaohs to today.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.