"HALF DAY TOURS IN ASWAN (THE TEMPLE OF PHILAE)" Private Tour

"HALF DAY TOURS IN ASWAN (THE TEMPLE OF PHILAE)" Private Tour

THE TEMPLE OF PHILAE: Rising gracefully from the tranquil waters of the Nile, the Temple of Philae stands as one of Egypt’s most enchanting and best-preserved monuments — a timeless sanctuary dedicated to Isis, the goddess of love, magic, and motherhood. Located on the small island of Agilkia, just 10 kilometers from Aswan, this sacred complex exudes an aura of serenity and mystery that captivates every visitor. Once situated on nearby Philae Island, the temple faced submersion due to the construction of the Aswan High Dam. In a remarkable feat of modern engineering and devotion to heritage, the entire temple was dismantled and relocated stone by stone to its current site — a project that preserved one of Egypt’s most exquisite treasures for future generations. Accessible only by boat, the journey to Philae is a magical experience in itself. As you glide across the shimmering Nile, the temple slowly emerges on the horizon — its columns reflected in the water, its carvings illuminated by the golden sun. Upon arrival, you step into a world where myth and history intertwine.

According to ancient legend, it was here that the goddess Isis sought refuge after her husband Osiris was slain and dismembered by his jealous brother Seth. On this sacred island, Isis gathered the scattered pieces of Osiris’s body and brought him back to life, giving birth to Horus, their divine son and future ruler of Egypt. This myth, symbolizing resurrection and eternal love, gave Philae a deep spiritual significance that endured through the ages. The temple’s graceful colonnades, intricate hieroglyphs, and majestic pylons tell stories of devotion, magic, and the eternal struggle between life and death. As you wander through its courtyards and sanctuaries, surrounded by the gentle lapping of the Nile, you will feel as though time itself has paused. A visit to the Temple of Philae is not merely a journey into Egypt’s glorious past — it’s a step into a world of legend and beauty, where the divine and the human meet upon the sacred waters of the Nile.

Itinerary

• Pick up at your hotel, or the one closest to your accommodation by a guide from our agency.

• Visit to the Philae Temple.

• Return to the hotels.

• All visits to the different facilities and museums have the presence of a specialist who will guide our tour, explaining in detail the meanings and history of the different attractions that we can observe.

The tour includes

• Spanish-speaking guide service.
• Entrance to temples and tombs.
• All transfers from and to the hotel in modern, air-conditioned private coaches.
• All information on all the aforementioned visits.
• Special treatment and elite service.

The tour does not include

• Professional guide in English, French, Portuguese, German and Italian languages. If you want a guide in these languages, it is done on request and an extra charge must be paid.
• Extras not mentioned in the program.
• Personal expenses and tips.
• Lunch and drinks during visits.