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🏛️ Cultural & Historic· 📍 Luxor, Egypt

Philae Temple High Dam and Obelisk Tour from Luxor

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Philae Temple High Dam and Obelisk Tour from Luxor
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Overview

Embark on a captivating journey with a NASCO Tours representative to visit Philae Temple, which is dedicated to the goddess Isis and showcases the elegance of ancient Egyptian architecture and mythological significance. It was relocated during the construction of the High Dam to safeguard it from flooding. The High Dam, a remarkable engineering feat, controls the Nile River, preventing floods and supplying vital irrigation water and electricity. Besides its functional role, it symbolizes Egypt's modernity and offers stunning views of Lake Nasser. Meanwhile, the Unfinished Obelisk, a colossal granite creation, offers insights into ancient quarrying techniques and ambitions, left unfinished due to a stone flaw. Your adventure concludes with a return to your hotel, leaving you with memories of Egypt's wonders.

How this compares

Luxor · 5081 Cultural & Historic · typical ~4,517 EGP · 8,891 EGPpremium pick

What's included

  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • A Specialized Guide
  • All Taxes and Fees

    Itinerary

    1. 1
      Luxor
    2. 2
      Temple of Hathor - Philae
    3. 3
      Aswan High Dam
    4. 4
      Unfinished Obelisk
    5. 5
      Luxor

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    What's included?
    Air-conditioned vehicle · A Specialized Guide · All Taxes and Fees
    8,891 EGP/ per person
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