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Take a private day excursion to Aswan from Marsa Alam , Discover Aswan Highlights, The High Dam, The temple of Goddess Isis( Phiala temple) and unfinished obelisk  and Sail with Felucca, Uncover the Nubian Culture

Included

Round-trip hotel pick-up in Aswan

Egyptologist guide

Bottled water aboard the vehicle throughout the tour

Entrance fees for the listed Aswan sights

Travel in a private air-conditioned vehicle

Lunch at a quality restaurant with tasty food in Aswan

Felucca Sailboat Excursion

Excluded

Any additional extras

Beverages

Gratuities

Remember to bring

Camera

Passports

Prices for groupsPrivate tour for 2 Persons 145 $ Per PersonPrivate tour for 3 Persons 135 $ Per PersonPrivate tour for 4 Persons 125 $ Per PersonPrivate tour for 5 Persons 115 $ Per PersonPrivate tour for 6 Persons 110 $ Per Person

Private tour for 7-9 Persons 100 $ Per PersonPrivate tour for child 75 $ Per childPrivate trip for Single traveller 230 $ Per person

Your Itinerary

  • 1) Collection from your Marsa Alam hotel

    A Marsa Alam tours representative collects you from your hotel to begin your Marsa Alam Day Tour, transferring by air-conditioned car toward Aswan. The route from Marsa Alam takes roughly 4:30 hours (370 km) , with arrival expected around 9:30 AM

  • 2) The High Dam and the unfinished obelisk

    As part of your Aswan Tour From Marsa Alam , stop at the high dam in Aswan, often called Egypt's fourth pyramid. Aswan High Dam is a rock-fill dam located at the northern border between Egypt and Sudan.The dam is fed by the River Nile and the reservoir forms Lake Nasser. Construction for the project began in 1960 and was completed in 1968. It was officially inaugurated in 1971. in era of X president Gamal Abdel Nasser, then continue on to view one of Egypt's longest obelisks, the “unfinished obelisk” in Aswan

  • 3) A Stop at the Temples of Philae

    keep touring Aswan to admire the marvelous Philae temple and learn the love story between Isis and Isories, One of Nubia's most important monument sites, the Temples of Philae, 12 kilometers south of Aswan, was an ancient pilgrimage center for the cult of Isis and dazzled travelers with its power for centuries. This sacred site was venerated from the Pharaonic era up to the Greek, Roman, and Byzantine periods with each ruler adding their own stamp onto the stones here. Saved from a watery grave by UNESCO's rescue project, which transferred the monuments block by block from Philae Island to Agilika Island, today, the temples continue to work their charm on all who visit

  • 4) Lunch, then the Return to Marsa Alam

    Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant in Aswan, and as your Aswan Tour from Marsa Alam wraps up, transfer back to your hotel in Marsa Alam .

Frequently Asked Questions

This Aswan day tour covers the Aswan High Dam, the Philae Temple (Isis Temple) on Philae Island, the Unfinished Obelisk at the granite quarries, and a relaxing Felucca sailboat ride on the Nile, plus the option to visit the Nubian village.

In a private air-conditioned vehicle, the drive between Marsa Alam and Aswan takes roughly 3.5 to 4 hours. Your hotel pickup is scheduled early, usually around 5:00–6:00 AM, so you'll reach Aswan with a full day left for sightseeing.

Yes - a Felucca sailboat ride on the Nile is part of this day tour. This tranquil traditional sail delivers lovely views of the river, Aswan's islands, and the landscape beyond, giving you a calm break from the historical sightseeing.

The rate covers a private round-trip transfer from your Marsa Alam hotel, entrance fees for all sites (Philae Temple, High Dam, Unfinished Obelisk), the Felucca sail, a professional guide, lunch, and bottled water throughout the day.

Reviews

  • Sarah Johnson

    June 14, 2026, 8:04 p.m.

    The Aswan tour from Marsa Alam was absolutely fantastic! The High Dam is an engineering marvel and our guide provided so much valuable information. It's amazing to see how it protects Egypt from the Nile flooding. A must-do tour if you're in Egypt!

  • Sophie Martin

    April 13, 2026, 4:21 p.m.

    Magnifique expérience à Aswan depuis Marsa Alam. Le barrage est impressionnant et notre guide a fourni des explications très claires. C'est quelque chose à voir au moins une fois dans sa vie!

  • Lucas Schmidt

    March 18, 2026, 6:57 p.m.

    Einfach fantastisch! Die Aswan-Tour von Marsa Alam bot eine großartige Möglichkeit, die berühmteste Sehenswürdigkeit Ägyptens zu erleben. Der Hochdamm ist gewaltig und unser Führer war großartig. Eine sehr empfehlenswerte Tour!

  • Emily Clark

    Feb. 9, 2026, 12:23 p.m.

    I loved the Aswan tour from Marsa Alam! The High Dam is fascinating and our guide made the trip very enjoyable. It was a perfect day exploring the history and engineering marvels of Egypt. Definitely worth the trip!

  • Hans Müller

    Dec. 19, 2025, 6:53 a.m.

    Die Aswan-Tour von Marsa Alam war ausgezeichnet! Der Hochdamm ist beeindruckend und unser Reiseführer war sehr informativ. Es ist wirklich faszinierend, wie er Ägypten vor den Überschwemmungen des Nils schützt. Sehr empfehlenswert!

  • Michael Brown

    Oct. 13, 2025, 8:52 p.m.

    This tour was beyond amazing! Visiting the High Dam in Aswan is a breathtaking experience. Our guide was knowledgeable and engaging, making the whole tour insightful and exciting. Don't miss out on this experience!

  • Anastasia Ivanova

    Sept. 15, 2025, 1:54 a.m.

    Тур в Асуан из Марса-Алам был потрясающим! Высокая плотина - это инженерное чудо, а наш гид предоставил много интересной информации. Замечательно видеть, как она защищает Египет от наводнений Нила. Настоятельно рекомендую!

  • Claire Dubois

    Dec. 7, 2023, 6:37 p.m.

    Une visite fabuleuse à Aswan depuis Marsa Alam. Le haut barrage est vraiment impressionnant et notre guide était excellent. C'est incroyable de voir comment il protège l'Égypte des inondations du Nil. Je recommande vivement cette excursion !

  • Tom Green

    Oct. 21, 2023, 1:57 p.m.

    The Aswan tour from Marsa Alam was unforgettable! The High Dam is a testament to human ingenuity and our guide made the history come alive. Truly a must-see experience when visiting Egypt.

  • Marco Rossi

    Feb. 7, 2023, 8:04 p.m.

    Il tour di Aswan da Marsa Alam è stato eccezionale! La Diga Alta è un'opera di ingegneria straordinaria e la guida è stata molto informativa. È impressionante vedere come protegge l'Egitto dalle inondazioni del Nilo. Un tour assolutamente da fare!

All tours are operated by licensed Egyptian travel companies under the supervision of the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities.

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