Shore Excursions from Safaga Port

Be amazed with fantastic Shore Excursions from Safaga Port which will give you the chance to explore fantastic Snorkeling Trip to Hurghada from Safaga Port, watch different kinds of Coral reefs in our fabulous Safaga Shore Excursions to Hurghada, entertain your eyes by watching different kinds of Fish with its fascinating colors, once your boat arriving Giftun Island enjoy different water sports between Swimming, as you will be transferred to Hurghada, at the time you arrive Hurghada marina, embarkation to your boat, try amazing Snorkeling to variety of spots, watch different kinds of Coral reefs, amuse your eyes by watching different kinds of Fish with its fascinating colors, once your boat arriving Giftun Island enjoy different water sports between Swimming, Snorkeling and Swimming with Dolphins, Lunch will be served on board your boat. 

Furthermore there many other Safaga Shore Excursions that will take you far away from busy life to joyful one, as you can try fascinating Submarine Tour from Safaga Port, enjoy riding Underwater Submarine in Hurghada for two hours life dream trip under Red Sea water, beguile your eyes by watching different kinds of Fish with its amazing colors, get remarkable experience in our Safaga Shore Excursions to Hurghada, Watch as well variety of the Coral Reefs in our fancy Submarine Tour from Safaga Port, it is special trip you will never forget, as the Submarine will take you for a life dream trip under Red Sea water, it will take you under the water of the Red Sea for Approx. 22 Meters, Beguile your eyes by watching different kinds of Fish with its amazing colors, Watch as well variety of the Coral Reefs.

Experience our fancy Safaga Excursions that will take you from Safaga Port to amazing places such as a fancy Luxor Tours from Safaga Port, visit Karnak Temple, Valley of the Kings; which has many fabulous tombs in the West Bank of Luxor, Our Luxor Tours from Safaga Port also includes a visit to Hatshepsut Temple and Colossi of Memnon, After you finish our fabulous Safaga Shore Excursion to Luxor you'll be transferred back to Safaga Port to catch your Cruise Ship, fascinating Luxor tours from safaga Port to visit the glorious Karnak Temple, the greatest example of worship in the history, dedicated to the God Amon, his wife Mut and their son Khonsu, watch the amazing Pillars hall, then beguile your eyes between Valley of the Kings, which is containing the masterpieces of the ancient Egyptian tombs, ( visit 03 Tombs Only ), Next visit to the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, known now with the name of El-Deir El-Bahary, It was built by Queen Hatshepsut, daughter of Thutmosis I, the only pharaonic woman who reigned ancient Egypt, Relax by having Lunch at local restaurant, your last visit will be to Colossi of Memnon, Watch the glory of the two huge statues.

When you go to Luxor you will be excited with the amazing optional tours that will be available for you in our Tours from Safaga Port such as a journey to the wonderful Sound and Light Show at Karnak Temple, beguile your eyes with the lights as well as the music which will give you a new knowledge about pharaonic civilization and Karnak Temple construction while you are in front of the Great Karnak Temple, in this show you’ll know more about the achievements of the great Pharaohs, and how they built that glory temple, which is the largest religious building ever made, feast your ears by listening to the story with nice music, as well as a dream balloon ride trip, snacks, drinks and sweets included on board, beguile your eyes with an amazing view for Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple and colossi of Memnon, it takes about 45 Minutes flying, stare at the panoramic views of Luxor, You’ll get fully delighted in such elegant excursion, so don’t forget to bring your camera not to lose any moment of this trip.

Get delighted by taking Overnight Luxor Tours from Safaga Port to visit Temple of Karnak, Temple of Luxor, In our Overnight Trip to Luxor from Safaga Port you'll continue to the West Bank at the second day, visit Colossi of Memnon, Valley of the Kings; which has many tombs of ancient and powerful nobles, finally visit The Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, daughter of Thutmosis I, Our Overnight Luxor Tours from Safaga Port also includes an optional trip to Sound and Light Show at Karnak Temples.

Itinerary

• Day 01: Safaga Port to Luxor, Karnak & Luxor Temples

Flying Carpet Tours guide will Pick you up from Safaga Port, he will escort you by air-conditioned van to visit the glorious Karnak Temple, watch the amazing Pillars hall, proceed to scout Luxor Temple, It was built by Ramses II AmenHotep III for celebration to God Amun, relax by having Lunch at local restaurant, once you complete your tour Flying Carpet Tours guide will transfer you to your hotel, night at leisure or optional to Karnak Sound and light show, overnight in Luxor.

• Day 02: Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple , Colossi of Memnon, Luxor to Safaga Port

Taste the flavor of your breakfast at hotel, beguile your eyes between Valley of the Kings (visit 03 Tombs Only), Next visit to the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, known now with the name of El-Deir El-Bahary , Relax by having Lunch at local restaurant, your last visit will be to Colossi of Memnon, Watch the glory of the two huge statues, once you complete your tour, flying carpet tours guide will escort you back to Safaga Port to catch your Cruise Ship.

Including

• Pick up and drop off to Safaga Port
• Air-conditioned Van Safaga Port / Luxor / Safaga Port
• 01 Night accommodation in Luxor with breakfast and all taxes
• 02 Days Excursion in Luxor as mentioned at the above program
• Entrance fees to the above mentioned sites
• English speaking guide at the sites mentioned above
• 02 Lunches at local restaurants in Luxor
• 02 Bottles of Mineral Water during Luxor Excursion
• All transfers in Safaga and Luxor by air-conditioned Van
• All service charges and taxes

Excluding

• Visa to Egypt
• Optional tours not mentioned at the above itinerary
• Tipping

Notes:

• Prices are quoted per person in U.S. American dollars
• Entrance fees to Tut Ankh Amun Tomb not included

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Luxor Tours

When we talk about Luxor we should notice its great constructions and landmarks that shed lights on the flourishing Pharaonic civilization, therefore to explore this civilization you should try lots of marvelous Luxor Tours to enjoy an amazing tour to visit Karnak Temple, the greatest and the largest religious building that ever made in the history, Karnak is a city of temples built over 2,000 years, dedicated to Amun, Mut, and Khonsu, continue to The Temple of Luxor, which was built by Amunhotep III at the 18th Dynasty in the New Kingdom and it was completed by Ramesses II during the 19th Dynasty, relax by having lunch at local restaurant, After that walk inside the Valley of the Kings, the magnificence of the grandeur of architecture which was used for burial, as there are many kings buried in this valley, Next visit to the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, known now with the name of El-Deir El-Bahary, It was built by Queen Hatshepsut, daughter of Thutmosis I, who ruled Egypt about 20 years during the 18th Dynasty, the only pharaonic woman who reigned ancient Egypt, your last visit will be to Colossi of Memnon, Watch the glory of the two huge statues and enjoy many other Luxor Day Tours that you will be amazed with.

You will also find a lot of exciting Things to do inLuxor such as going on a fancy excursion to Edfu Temple which was dedicated to Horus, it is considered one of the best temples in ancient Egypt, it is the second largest temple after Karnak, once you enter the temple you beguile your eyes with the pillars located in the hall with its photos for Hathor God as well as Horus God, then continue driving to Kom Ombo, where you’ll visit the Temple of Kom Ombo, which was dedicated to The Crocodile God Sobek, That temple was built in the early second century by Ptolemy VI Philometor, the temple consists of two Temples Haroeris Temple as well as Sobek Temple, watch the pillars at the main hall which has drawing pharaohs at the columns, it contains some remains of the pharaohs, also you will discover beside Kom Ombo Village some tombs belong to the old Kingdom.

Moreover you will be able to fly to Cairo with our Luxor Excursions , so, at the time your flight touching Cairo Land your tour guide will escort you to a ravishing tour to Pyramids of Giza, feast your eyes by visiting Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren and Mykerinus, then your guide will take you to panoramic view of the pyramids, memorable photos available to the three pyramids together, next move to the Sphinx, scout the valley temple, relax by having lunch at local restaurant, after Lunch your tour guide will escort you to the Egyptian Museum which contains amazing treasures of King Tut Ankh Amun, have free time for shopping to buy souvenirs to Friends and Family, the last stop will be at Old Cairo, Visit the Hanging Church, Abu Serga Church, Ben Ezra Synagogue

That is why you will be amazed with Flying Carpet Tours, as we are offering for you charming Luxor Trips as you can get delighted by an exciting experience during traveling from Luxor to Abydos, wander at the glamorous temples which are dedicated to the fascinating ancient Egyptian god of the Underworld, as you will watch Temple of Abydos as well as the Temple of Hathor at Dendera, which is well-preserved Temple and includes flourishing full colors that are still on its massive walls to start your unforgettable So, if you need to enjoy fascinating atmosphere, try one of our Trips from Luxorsuch as the fabulous trip to Dendara and Abydos Temples, First drive to Abydos Temple, entertain your eyes between the glory of Abydos where the Ancient Egyptians were thinking that the Lord of the Underworld was buried at Abydos Temple, it was constructed by The King Seti, and King Ramses II completed the Temple, it is famous as well with the name of Seti Temple, and it is located in Sohag City, amuse your eyes between the amazing paintings on the walls of Abydos Temple, next tour to Dendara Temple ( Hathor Temple), God of Joy and love.

Consequently, you shouldn’t hesitate to try comfortable and beautiful Luxor Nile cruise, which is one of the most charming Tours in Luxor so that you could explore Luxor Nile Cruise between Luxor to Aswan, to visit Karnak and Luxor Temples, Valley of the Kings, Edfu and Kom Ombo, to visit Aswan Attractions as well while sailing between Luxor and Aswan.

Luxor Nile Cruise

05 Days / 04 Nights

• Day 01: Luxor Nile Cruise, Karnak And Luxor Temples

Flying Carpet Tours delegate will pick you up from your hotel in Luxor, transfer to your Luxor Nile Cruise, Embarkation before Lunch, embrace the Culture of Luxor, visit the flourishing Karnak Temple, watch the glory of the huge Pillars hall, move to scout Luxor temple, at the end of your tour back to your Cruise, Lunch included on board, Afternoon tea, Dinner on board, Belly dance and Egyptian folkloric show, overnight on board Luxor Nile cruise.

• Day 02: Luxor Nile Cruise, Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple

Taste the flavor of your breakfast on board, feast your eyes between Valley of the Kings ( visit 03 Tombs Only ), Next visit to Valley of the Queens, Proceed to visit Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, known now with the name of El-Deir El-Bahary, your last visit will be to Colossi of Memnon, Watch the glory of the two huge statues, finally your tour guide will escort you back to your Cruise, Sail to Esna, Sail to Edfu, Lunch included on board, Afternoon tea, Captain's welcome cocktail, Disco & music in the evening, Dinner and overnight on board your Luxor Nile Cruise in Edfu.

• Day 03: Luxor Nile Cruise, Edfu and Kom Ombo Temple

Taste the flavor of your breakfast on board, then Flying Carpet Tours Guide will escort you to visit Edfu Temple (Horus Temple), feast your eyes once your Cruise sailing from Edfu to Kom Ombo, arrive Kom Ombo, unleash your soul while exploring the glory of Kom Ombo Temple, Lunch included on board, Afternoon tea, enjoy Egyptian Galabya party, Sail to Aswan, Dinner and overnight on board Your Nile cruise in Aswan.

• Day 04: Luxor Nile Cruise, The High Dam, Philae Temple

Taste the flavor of your breakfast on board, embrace Aswan Culture by visiting the High Dam, feast your eyes and visit the ravishing Philae Temple, Lunch included on board, Sail on the Nile by felucca and visit botanical garden, Afternoon tea, Dinner and overnight on board Your Nile cruise in Aswan.

• Day 05: End of Luxor Nile Cruise

Taste the flavor of your breakfast on board, disembarkation after breakfast in Aswan, then drive by air-conditioned modern Van back to your hotel in Luxor.

Including

• Pick up from your hotel in Luxor and transfer to your Nile Cruise by air-conditioned van
• Accommodation on board 05 stars Nile Cruise including breakfast, lunch, dinner
• All Sightseeing tours mentioned at the above itinerary 
• English speaking guide on board Princess Sarah Nile Cruise
• Entrance fees to the above mentioned sites
• All Service Charges and taxes
• Transfer back to your hotel in Luxor at the end of your Nile Cruise

Excluding

• Visa to Egypt
• Optional tours
• Tipping

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Dahabiya

Nothing is more fun than the experience of cruising the Nile River on board Dahabiya Nile Cruise to explore the ancient sites of Egypt in a traditional way. Dahabiya allows you to experience the Nile’s romance in an intimate and privileged way. Dahabiya translated means Golden Boat in Egyptian. They were originally used by kings to travel on the Nile, and are beautifully crafted twin masted sailing ships. The five stars Dahabiya aims to give guests a more than luxurious stay. Sailing on a Dahabiya is an out-of-the-ordinary journey as you will get the chance to visit the famous landmarks located between Luxor and Aswan such as Karnak Temple, Valley of the Kings, Queen Hatshepsut Temple, Philae Temple, the Unfinished Obelisk, and more.


Sail along the magical Nile River on board a traditional Dahabiya sail boat, exploring the ancient wonders of Egypt. Try our Dahabiya and visit Luxor city. Get amazed while visiting the famous temple of Karnak which it is the biggest temple in the world as it includes six. The temple was dedicated to god Amun. It developed over a period of 1500 years, generations of pharaohs added to the temple, resulting a collection of temples, sanctuaries, pylons, and other decorations that is unparalleled throughout Egypt. Then visit Valley of the Kings; which is home to the tombs of the great pharaohs of the New Kingdom (1550 – 1070 BC). There are 63 known tombs in the valley, 26 carved for kings and the others granted to royal family members or the highest of the elite. Moreover with Dahabiya Egypt you will visit Queen Hatshepsut Temple; one of the most impressive and well preserved temples in Egypt, it dates back to the 18th dynasty, dedicated to Queen Hatshepsut who was a rare female Pharoah as she was the fifth pharaoh of the 18th dynasty of Ancient Egypt. She is generally regarded by modern Egyptologists as one of the most successful pharaohs, ruling longer than any female ruler of an indigenous dynasty, and Colossi of Memnon; two ruined statues around 20 m high, known as the guardians of Amenhotep III Temple which was completely destroyed during the earthquake that occurred in 27 BC.

Get amazed with Dahabiya Cruise and visit the temples of Kom Ombo and Edfu. Kom Ombo Temple was built during the Greco Roman period. It was constructed on the ruins of a much older temple which was called "Ber Sobek" or the house of god Sobek. This older temple was erected during the reigns of King Tuthmosis III and then during the ruling period of Queen Hatshepsut. The recent temple of Kom Ombo was built during the period from 205 till 180 BC in the ruling period of King Ptolemy V. with Nile Dahabiya move to Edfu which was a flourishing city in Ancient Times. Today, the most important monument in the city of Edfu is the Temple of Horus, which is considered to be one of the most beautiful and preserved Temples in Egypt. The origins of the Temple probably date back to the Second Intermediate Period, but the actual Temple only dates back to Ptolemaic times. Edfu Temple is considered the second largest temple after Karnak. It was constructed on the Ptolemy III era and completed during the Ptolemy IV era, dedicated to Horus, the falcon headed god. Therefore it was the center of many ancient Egyptian sacred festivals to Horus.


Aswan has always been one of the most important cities in Egypt since the Pharaonic era. Luxury Dahabiya Nile Cruise allows you to enjoy the fabulous Nile River and trace back Egypt’s ancient mysteries through its legendary landmarks as it is also home to plenty of attractions such as Philae Temple; this temple contains many ancient Egyptian sanctuaries and shrines as it was built during the Ptolemy’s dynasty and dedicated for the worshiping of the ancient Egyptian god Osiris. This complex was actually one of the last remaining places where the ancient religion survived after the arrival of Christianity in Egypt. The Temple was relocated by UNESCO after the building of the Aswan Dam that threatened the site. Moreover, you will be able to visit the Unfinished Obelisk which lies in its original location, in a granite quarry in Aswan. It dates back to the 18th century during the reign of Hatshepsut and supposed to be the biggest part of Egyptian masonry. Had this obelisk been completed, it would have been the heaviest obelisk ever cut in Ancient Egypt, weighing nearly 1100 tons; it is 42m in length and was most probably abandoned when some cracks appeared in the rock during its construction. Proceed to visit the High Dam with Nile Cruise Dahabiya; it is one of the most important achievements of the in the last century in Egypt, even for many years it was a symbol of the New Era of the Revolution of 1952, built by the president Gamal Abdel Nasser because of the Nile River flooding, which affected badly on many lands in Egypt, therefore this amazing project started in 1960 and perfectly finished in 1971. This gigantic building is 111m tall, 3.5Km in length and about 1Km wide.

Find below itinerary of Dahabiya Tours.

Sonesta Amirat Dahabiya Nile Cruise

Itinerary

08 Days / 07 Nights 
Saturday Luxor / Aswan

Saturday:  

Embarkation to Sonesta Amirat Dahabiya Nile Cruise before Lunch, embrace the Culture of Luxor, visit the flourishing Karnak Temple , watch the glory of the huge Pillars hall, move to scout Luxor temple, at the end of your tour back to your dahabiya Cruise, Lunch included on board, Dinner and overnight on board Sonesta Amirat Dahabiya Nile Cruise in Luxor. 

Sunday: 

Taste the flavor of your breakfast on board, feast your eyes between Valley of the Kings, Next visit to Valley of the Queens, The Temple of Medinet Habu, your last visit will be to Colossi of Memnon, Watch the glory of the two huge statues, finally your tour guide will escort you back to Sonesta Amirat Dahabiya Nile Cruise, Sail to Esna, Lunch included on board, Dinner and overnight on board Sonesta Amirat Dahabiya Nile Cruise near Esna. 

Monday: 

Taste the flavor of your breakfast on board, today is your relaxing day at leisure on board Sonesta Amirat Dahabiya Nile Cruise, Lunch included on board, Dinner and overnight on board Sonesta Amirat Dahabiya Nile Cruise beside a Nile Island.

Tuesday: 

Taste the flavor of your breakfast on board, then sail to Edfu, visit the ravishing Temple of Horus in Edfu, finally your tour guide will escort you back to Sonesta Amirat Dahabiya Nile Cruise, Lunch included on board, Dinner and overnight on board Sonesta Amirat Dahabiya Nile Cruise beside a Nile Island.

 Wednesday:

Taste the flavor of your breakfast on board, today is your sailing to Kom Ombo, Lunch is waiting for you on board, Dinner and overnight on board Sonesta Amirat Dahabiya Nile Cruise. 


Thursday: 

Taste the flavor of your breakfast on board, unleash your soul while exploring the glory of Kom Ombo Temple, Finally Flying Carpet Tours guide will escort you back to your Dahabiya, Lunch is waiting for you on board, Sail to Aswan, dinner and overnight on board Sonesta Amirat Dahabiya Nile Cruise nearby Aswan Bridge.

Friday: 

Taste the flavor of your breakfast on board, embrace Aswan Culture by visiting the High Dam, feast your eyes and visit the ravishing Philae Temple, Finally Flying Carpet Tours guide will escort you back to your Dahabiya, Lunch is waiting for you on board, dinner and overnight on board Sonesta amirat Dahabiya Nile Cruise.  

Saturday: 

Taste the flavor of your breakfast on board, Disembarkation from Sonesta Amirat Dahabiya Nile Cruise. 

08 Days / 07 Nights 

Saturday Aswan / Luxor

Saturday:  

Embarkation to Sonesta Amirat Dahabiya Nile Cruise before Lunch, Lunch included on board, Dinner and overnight on board Sonesta Amirat Dahabiya Nile Cruise on the nile banks of Aswan. 

Sunday: 

Taste the flavor of your breakfast on board, embrace Aswan Culture by visiting the High Dam, feast your eyes and visit the ravishing Philae Temple, Finally Flying Carpet Tours guide will escort you back to your Dahabiya, Lunch is waiting for you on board, Sail to Kom Ombo, Dinner and overnight on board Sonesta Amirat Dahabiya Nile Cruise near Kom Ombo. 

Monday: 

Taste the flavor of your breakfast on board, continue sailing till arrive to Kom Ombo, unleash your soul while exploring the glory of Kom Ombo Temple, Finally Flying Carpet Tours guide will escort you back to your Dahabiya, Lunch is waiting for you on board, Dinner and overnight on board Sonesta Amirat Dahabiya Nile Cruise beside a Nile Island.

Tuesday: 

Taste the flavor of your breakfast on board, then sail to Edfu, visit the ravishing Temple of Horus in Edfu, finally your tour guide will escort you back to Sonesta Amirat Dahabiya Nile Cruise, Lunch is waiting for you on board, Dinner and overnight on board Sonesta Amirat Dahabiya Nile Cruise beside a Nile Island.

Wednesday: 

Taste the flavor of your breakfast on board, today is your relaxing day at leisure on board Sonesta Amirat Dahabiya Nile Cruise, Sail to Esna and pass by the lock, Lunch included on board, Dinner and overnight on board Sonesta Amirat Dahabiya Nile Cruise beside a Nile Island.

 Thursday: 

Taste the flavor of your breakfast on board, embrace the Culture of Luxor, visit the flourishing Karnak Temple, watch the glory of the huge Pillars hall, move to scout Luxor temple, at the end of your tour back to your dahabiya Cruise, Lunch is waiting for you on board, Dinner and overnight on board Sonesta Amirat Dahabiya Nile Cruise in Luxor. 

 Friday: 

Taste the flavor of your breakfast on board, feast your eyes between Valley of the Kings, Next visit to Valley of the Queens, The Temple of Medinet Habu, your last visit will be to Colossi of Memnon, Watch the glory of the two huge statues, finally your tour guide will escort you back to Sonesta Amirat Dahabiya Nile Cruise, Lunch is waiting for you on board, dinner and overnight on board Sonesta amirat Dahabiya Nile Cruise in Luxor. 

Saturday: 

Taste the flavor of your breakfast on board, Disembarkation from Sonesta Amirat Dahabiya Nile Cruise. 

 Including

• Accommodation on board Sonesta Amirat Dahabiya Nile Cruise for 07 Nights as Mentioned at the above program
• All Meals included on board ( Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner ) 
• All Sightseeing tours mentioned at the above itinerary  
• English speaking guide on board Sonesta Amirat Dahabiya Nile Cruise
• Entrance fees to the above mentioned sites
• All Service Charges and taxes

Excluding

• Visa to Egypt 
• Optional tours 
• Tipping

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Aswan Tours

Aswan has always been one of the most important cities in Egypt since the Pharaonic era as its name is derived from the ancient Egyptian word Swan which means the market. Aswan, the third largest city in Egypt is home to some of Egypt’s most historic sites, with some of the most beautiful surroundings. Today Aswan is the perfect place to stay for a few days and recover from the rigors of travelling. Entertain your eyes with one of the most enchanting natural sceneries in the world with our Aswan Tours and get the chance to enjoy the fabulous Nile River while visiting all the famous landmarks in the city. 


Besides enjoying the superb natural landscapes and tranquility away from the daily life, Aswan invites you to trace back Egypt’s ancient mysteries through its legendary landmarks as it is also home to plenty of attractions such as Philae Temple, the Unfinished Obelisk, and the High Dam. Experience our Aswan Day Tours and get the chance to visit all the famous attractions mentioned above with our memorable tours. Visit Philae Temple which is situated in the Island of Philae, this temple contains many ancient Egyptian sanctuaries and shrines as it was built during the Ptolemy’s dynasty and dedicated for the worshiping of the ancient Egyptian god Osiris. This complex was actually one of the last remaining places where the ancient religion survived after the arrival of Christianity in Egypt. The Temple was relocated by UNESCO after the building of the Aswan Dam that threatened the site. You can also try our tour to Sound and Light Show with Aswan Trips and enjoy a journey back in time to the ancient Egyptian Gods and kings where you will find out more about the Temple of Philae, which was transferred stone by stone from Philea Island to Egilica Island because of the Nile flooding, it was a massive project, that took over 9 years to be accomplished. The show narrates the legends of Goddess Isis and God Osiris in words, light and music, then walk through Philae temple and enjoy fantastic panoramic view and listen to the kings tell their own stories.

Enjoy visiting the largest obelisk in the world with Tour Aswan; the Unfinished Obelisk lies, in its original location, in a granite quarry in Aswan. It dates back to the 18th century during the reign of Hatshepsut and supposed to be the biggest part of Egyptian masonry. Had this obelisk been completed, it would have been the heaviest obelisk ever cut in Ancient Egypt, weighing nearly 1100 tons; it is 42m in length and was most probably abandoned when some cracks appeared in the rock during its construction. Proceed to visit the High Dam which is one of the most important achievements of the in the last century in Egypt, even for many years it was a symbol of the New Era of the Revolution of 1952, built by the president Gamal Abdel Nasser because of the Nile River flooding, which affected badly on many lands in Egypt, therefore this amazing project started in 1960 and perfectly finished in 1971. This gigantic building is 111m tall, 3.5Km in length and about 1Km wide.


Visit Aswan and experience the hospitality of Nubian People as Nubians live in houses painted with bright colors. Traditionally, the floor was made of sand and not all the rooms were roofed. Protection against rain is not a priority since Aswan is one of the driest places in the world. Nubian villages are found in and around Aswan. A couple of them are located only 150 meters from the corniche on Elephantine Island in Aswan archipelago, other interesting villages are located on the west bank of the Nile and can be reached by felucca.


Get amazed with Aswan Excursions and visit the temples of Kom Ombo and Edfu. Kom Ombo Temple was built during the Greco Roman period. It was constructed on the ruins of a much older temple which was called "Ber Sobek" or the house of god Sobek. This older temple was erected during the reigns of King Tuthmosis III and then during the ruling period of Queen Hatshepsut. The recent temple of Kom Ombo was built during the period from 205 till 180 BC in the ruling period of King Ptolemy V. with Aswan Day Trips move to Edfu which was a flourishing city in Ancient Times. Today, the most important monument in the city of Edfu is the Temple of Horus, which is considered to be one of the most beautiful and preserved Temples in Egypt. The origins of the Temple probably date back to the Second Intermediate Period, but the actual Temple only dates back to Ptolemaic times. Edfu Temple is considered the second largest temple after Karnak. It was constructed on the Ptolemy III era and completed during the Ptolemy IV era, dedicated to Horus, the falcon headed god. Therefore it was the center of many ancient Egyptian sacred festivals to Horus.


Prepare to be blown away by the magnificence of Abu Simbel Temple as Tours from Aswan gives you the chance to visit the great Temple of Abu Simbel which is one of the most recognizable ancient sites in Egypt. It contains two temples; Temple of Queen Nefertari and the other one is Temple of Ramsses II, carved into a mountainside and built by pharaoh Ramesses II (1303-1213 B.C). Today visitors see the reconstructed temples now relocated on higher ground (60 meters directly above their earlier position) after the heroic international rescue efforts to save these treasures from Lake Nasser; the Egyptian government with the support of UNESCO launched a world wide appeal to save these colossal landmarks. The gigantic facade of Ramses II temple represents four colossal seated figures of Ramses. The facade is 119 feet wide, 100 feet high, and the statues are each 67 feet high.

Find below itineraries of Tours in Aswan.

Aswan Dam, Philae Temple and Unfinished Obelisk Tour

Itinerary

Flying Carpet Tours guide will escort you to an astonishing trip to beguile your eyes with the High Dam and its smart engineering, it was built in 1960, to protect Egypt from the annual flooding of the Nile, then Go on a fancy tour to the Unfinished Obelisk, which shows the techniques used by the ancient Egyptians to cut obelisks, it also was constructed by Queen Hatshepsut, one of the rulers of the 18th dynasty and the royal wife of king Tuthmosis II. As she was the owner of Al Deir El-Bahari Temple in the eastern bank of Luxor. Also there is an opinion said that it belongs to Queen Nefertiti. Tour also includes a visit to the majestic Philae Temple, which was built on the honor of goddess Isis the chief deity of the island, finally Flying Carpet Tours guide will escort you back to your hotel in Aswan. 

Including

• Pick up and drop off to your hotel in Aswan
• Excursion to Aswan Dam, Unfinished Obelisk, and Philae Temple as mentioned at the above program
• Entrance fees to the above mentioned sites
• English speaking guide to the sites mentioned above
• Bottle of Mineral Water during the Excursion 
• All transfers by air-conditioned Van
• All service charges and taxes 

Excluding

• Visa to Egypt 
• Any optional tours required 
• Tipping 

Notes:

• Prices are quoted per person in U.S. American Dollars

Abu Simbel Tour from Aswan by Van

Itinerary

Today your dreams will come true, once you will visit the astonishing Temples of Abu Simbel " Ramses the second Temple and Temple of Nefertari" breakfast box will be prepared at your hotel, then at 03:00 am., Flying Carpet Tours Guide will escort you by air-conditioned van to the magnificent Temple of Abu Simbel, Wander at The two Temples of Abu Simbel, which have a unique style, as They reflect the glory and grandeur of the new Kingdom, Unfortunately these special Temples were suffering from the Nile flooding, consequently the Egyptian government and UNESCO decided to co-operate in order to save these temples from sinking, explore the splendor of Ramses II Temple, and then discover the fascinating cultural diversity of Nefertari Temple, Finally Flying Carpet Tours  guide will escort you back to your hotel in Aswan. 

Including

• Pick up and drop off to your hotel in Aswan
• Air-conditioned van Aswan / Abu simbel / Aswan
• Excursion to Abu simbel Temple as mentioned at the above program
• Entrance fees to the above mentioned sites
• English speaking guide in Abu simbel
• Bottle of Mineral Water during the Excursion 
• All transfers by air-conditioned Van
• All service charges and taxes 

Excluding

• Visa to Egypt 
• Any optional tours required 
• Tipping 

Notes:

• Prices are quotes per person in U.S. American dollars

For more Things to do in Aswan.

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