Philae Temple Tour: Explore Nubian Culture and Nile

Visit the grand Philae Temple accompanied by a knowledgeable guide. Enjoy a tranquil boat journey on the Nile River while taking in its picturesque surroundings. Explore Nubian culture and customs more intimately, and engage with a Nubian household to understand their way of life.

Duration: 6 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Temple of Philae - Enjoy convenient hotel pickup from your hotel in Aswan, then set off on your journey with your professional guide who will enlighten you with interesting facts throughout your tour. Upon arrival at the majestic Temple of Philae, dedicated to the goddess Isis, roam around to experience this classical and sacred site to the core….
What's Included
  • Entrance fees included for all sightseeing.
  • Complimentary hotel pickup and drop-off in Aswan.
  • Air-conditioned vehicle for a comfortable guided tour.
  • Motorboat fare covered for smooth water travel.
  • All service charges, taxes, landing, and parking fees included.
  • Professional tour guide available in various languages.
What's Not Included
  • Tipping (not mandatory)
Location
Temple of Philae
Island of Agilika
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Qetevan
Feb 17, 2026
THE BEST TOUR - Very good tour! We spent the whole day pleasantly. I highly recommend it. It was truly the best trip, with the best guide.
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Faraway09172543488
Feb 17, 2026
Must do ! - Our guide Omar was truly the best! He is very organized, calm, and pleasantly spoken. He explained everything clearly and precisely, making the whole experience smooth and enjoyable. He also gave us helpful recommendations to make our trip more comfortable and easy, and he genuinely took our requests into consideration. He even recommended a great place to eat — the food was excellent. The motorboat trip is something you definitely shouldn’t miss while visiting — it was an unforgettable part of the day. The tour overall was amazing, and we enjoyed every moment of it. Highly recommended!
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Khatunat2026
Feb 16, 2026
The Best Guide - This was the best trip to Aswan, it was a very good tour!
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494tinatinb
Feb 16, 2026
A Fairy tale with the excellent guide ever - It was really amazing tour guided with the excellent person Mr. Omar. I felt I was in a real fairy tale. I am overwhelmed with amotions. If you plan to go Aswan, I reccomend to contact him and you will enjoy with your excellent tour. A lot of thanks Mr. Omar.
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Maiac76
Feb 16, 2026
An amazing day - We couldn’t have asked for a better tour guide. From the very beginning, they made us feel comfortable and genuinely excited about the journey. Their deep knowledge, engaging storytelling, and warm personality transformed the tour into something truly memorable. Every detail was handled smoothly, allowing us to simply enjoy the experience without any worries. It was clear how much they care about their work and their guests. This was more than a tour — it was a highlight of our trip. Highly recommended.
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C1575lkcrystal
May 4, 2025
Ask for Aida! - We had the absolute pleasure of touring with Aida, and we cannot recommend her enough. She was incredibly patient, kind, and truly made us feel welcomed from the very start. Her deep knowledge of Egypt’s history and culture, especially around Aswan, the Philae Temple, and the Nubian village, added so much depth to our experience. She shared fascinating insights in a way that was easy to understand and genuinely engaging. It’s clear she loves what she does, and her friendly, helpful nature made this unforgettable. This tour was a highlight of our trip to Aswan thanks to her!
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P6467zlthomasf
May 4, 2025
Philae Temple, Nubian Village tour - Aida’s tour was so intriguing and captivating. We went to Philae temple, the Nubian market and village. She was very knowledgeable and good about getting us fair prices when negotiating. I would recommend her to anyone interested having an authentic south Egyptian experience.
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Caitlin_b
Jan 18, 2025
Miriam was a polite and... - Miriam was a polite and knowledgeable tour guide. We enjoyed the boat ride to Philae Temple and Miriam was able to provide the history of the site. We were then due to visit three different shops (alabaster workshop, spice shop and incense shop), however as we had already visited these in Cairo we asked if these could be missed as we did not want to feel pressured to buy any goods. Miriam was flexible and happy to accommodate this request. The Nubian village was interesting to see but is a small area and therefore extensive time here isn’t needed. The local shop keepers are also very eager to speak to tourists which made the experience overwhelming. Although Miriam was a very pleasant guide, we felt that the cost of the tour was a bit high for what was included.
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Mona_d
Feb 8, 2026
Stay far away from this tour company - Egipto Tours is a scam. I think he is manager, he goes by the name of Micke he is a real piece of work. He comes across as a big shot when in reality he is one of many scam tour agencies in this area. He loves to argue to try and get his point across. He lied and claimed my hotel was not in the pick up zone when none of this was mentioned or advertised in the booking. I have proof but he carried on arguing with me like I didnt. And then the meeting point i had to pay a fee to meet the driver and guide something else that wasnt mentioned inthe post. All of this could've been sorted out had he called me the night before but he never called. He claimed he didn't have my contact number which is odd because the tour guide was able to get a hold of me the morning of the tour then he claimed he did reach out but it went to voicemail. Well which one is it? You couldnt get a hold of me and left a vm and then you didnt have my number? He claimed he would refund me and didnt need anything from me which was another lie because in the end when i went thru viator to get a refund his company denied me of the refund so he did need me after all lol. The excursion was ok and the guide Miriam was good and tried to be as helpful as she could but I couldnt have a remotely good time thinking of how this Micke is @#$%% and he would refund me but did not. Stay away from Egipto Tours. You've been warned.
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Eoin_o
Jun 6, 2025
A Disorganised and Disappointing Tour Experience - I am writing to express my disappointment regarding the tour experience my wife and I had. Unfortunately, the service we received was far from what was promised in the itinerary and fell significantly short of our expectations. Firstly, although the driver arrived on time, there was a complete lack of communication. We were not provided with any details, and the driver did not speak to us at all, leaving us unsure if he was the driver, the guide, or both. After approximately 20 minutes of silent travel, the car stopped, and a woman entered, identifying herself as the guide. It was only then that we were informed of the plan for the day. The guide asked to see my phone to verify the itinerary, which felt unprofessional and unprepared. We proceeded to Philae Temple, where she provided about 15 minutes of basic information before leaving us to explore on our own while she went to the cafe. Despite the itinerary stating we would spend two hours at the temple, we were left without guidance after the brief introduction. We spent about an hour exploring and reading the signs ourselves. During this time, we even encountered the guide we had the previous day for Abu Simbel, who was providing another group with a more thorough and engaging tour a stark contrast to our experience. After our self-guided tour, we returned to the cafe to meet our guide. She then led us to a gate, which we were not allowed to pass through, and without any explanation, she walked off. We were left to navigate our own way out through a crowded bazaar being hassled by the merchants, feeling completely abandoned and confused. Next, we were driven to the Nubian Village, despite the itinerary clearly stating that we would travel there by boat along the Nile. Upon arrival, we entered the village through a back alley, not the picturesque entrance we had seen in promotional materials and social media. We were shown only one house and left to take photos on our own, with no further explanations or guidance. The tour felt rushed and disorganized. Once again despite the itinerary stating we would be taken back along the Nile by boat we were driven back by car. Finally, on the return journey, we were informed that the driver would drop the guide off first as she lived closer, further emphasizing the lack of consideration for us as paying customers. Overall, the tour was poorly executed, disorganized, and failed to deliver the promised itinerary.
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up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).