Drive to Lake Nasser, a short motorboat trip takes you to Agilika Island where you will visit the romantic island temple of Isis at Philae, dedicated to the goddess Isis, is now situated on the small island of Agilika. Also, on the island are a temple of Hathor, Trajan’s Kiosk, a birth house (mammisi) and various shrines and sanctuaries. For a sense of adventure, head to the lesser known Ptolemaic temple of Kalabsha. Take the staircase to the roof where you will have stunning views of the whole temple complex and what lies beyond. Both temples were part of the UNESCO rescue campaign of twenty-two monuments in ancient Nubia. Finally, pay a brief visit on the return journey to the High Dam and the ancient quarry that still holds a gigantic unfinished obelisk. From here we will head back to your hotel.

Private Transportation • Sightseeing including all entrance fees • Expert Egyptologist Guide

Temples of Philae & Kalabsha, the High Dam & the Unfinished Obelisk	2 Persons	3 Persons	4 Persons	≥ 5 Persons
Private Excursion, per person per tour	US$90	US$75	US$65	US$55

Philae, Kalabsha, the High Dam & the Unfinished Obelisk • Departs Daily from any hotel in Aswan •  5 to 7 hours

A day’s leisurely sailing aboard a traditional felucca circling the beautiful islands of Aswan. A slow, relaxed way to explore Elephantine Island with its evocative ruins, and the Botanical Gardens on lush Kitchener’s Island. A walking tour into one of the many colourful Nubian villages perched on the edge of the desert near Aswan is also possible. Enjoy a traditional Nubian meal, freshly cooked on board by the sailors, while the feluccas float on the Nile among enormous granite boulders and between exotic and lush islands.

Private Transportation • Sightseeing including all entrance fees • Expert Egyptologist Guide

Half Day – Felucca Sailing and Nubian Lunch	2 Persons	3 Persons	4 Persons	≥ 5 Persons
Private Excursion, per person per tour	US$50	US$40	US$35	US$30

Felucca Sailing & Nubian Lunch • Departs Daily from any hotel in Aswan •  4 to 6 hours

Travel by motorized boat through the beautiful islands of Aswan with fantastic nature and birdwatching opportunities. The Nile islands of Saloga and Ghazal were declared natural protectorates in 1986. These twin islands are among many wonderful places that boast diverse vegetation, tropical plants and a variety of bird species. Enjoy a peaceful stroll around the islands, havens for many rare exotic birds. A traditional lunch in a local restaurant on one of the Nile’s islands is a fitting end to this fantastic day. 

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Half Day – Birdwatching Trip & Nubian Lunch	2 Persons	3 Persons	4 Persons	≥ 5 Persons
Private Excursion, per person per tour	US$50	US$45	US$35	US$30

Birdwatching Boat Trip & Nubian Lunch • Departs Daily from any hotel in Aswan •  4 to 6 hours

Sail in a felucca across to the West Bank. The northern hills of the West Bank are honeycombed with the rock-cut tombs of Old & Middle Kingdom Nobles, boasting vestibules, offering chapels and several chambers, often decorated with daily life scenes. Continue sailing to the landing stage for St Simeon’s monastery and take a short camel ride uphill into the desert to visit the remains and ruins of this charming seventh century Coptic monastery. With its beautiful location amidst the arid landscape and desert sands, the monastery looks more like a fortress than a medieval monastery. Return to the boat and enjoy a traditional Nubian meal, freshly cooked on board by the sailors, while sailing between the Nile’s many picturesque islands in Aswan.

Private Transportation • Sightseeing including all entrance fees • Expert Egyptologist Guide

Half Day – Nobles Tombs & Simeon Monastery	2 Persons	3 Persons	4 Persons	≥ 5 Persons
Private Excursion, per person per tour	US$60	US$50	US$40	US$35

Nobles Tombs & Simeon Monastery • Departs Daily from any hotel in Aswan •  5 to 6 hours

The world-famous temples of Ramesses II and Queen Nefertari lie 280 km south of Aswan, overlooking Lake Nasser. Four colossal statues of Ramesses II dominate the façade of his great rock-cut temple, the most famous and ambitious of his architectural wonders. The nearby Temple of Hathor was also built by Ramesses II in honour of his Great Royal Wife, and favourite, Queen Nefertari. Abu Simbel can be reached by road from Aswan. You can travel to Abu Simbel at any time between sunrise and sunset. By road, it will take you approximately three hours to get there and three hours back.

Private Transportation • Sightseeing including all entrance fees • Expert Egyptologist Guide

Half Day – Abu Simbel Temples	2 Persons	3 Persons	4 Persons	≥ 5 Persons
Private Excursion, per person per tour	US$130	US$95	US$75	US$65

Abu Simbel Temples, by land • Departs Daily from any hotel in Aswan •  8 to 10 hours

Egypt Air is the only airline that operates flights between Aswan and Abu Simbel (not daily). These flights usually leaving Aswan between 6 a.m. and 9.30 a.m. Please note that due to flight restrictions, the maximum duration for visiting the temples will not exceed 2 hours. Availability, pricing, schedules and timing will depend on your preferable travel dates.

• Stay overnight in Abu Simbel and enjoy visiting the temples in ultimate peace
• A day discovering Lake Nasser, wildlife and birdwatching
• Lake Nasser, fishing safari – min. 1 day