10 Day Egypt Discovery: Cairo, Nile Cruise & Sahara Desert Adventure

Programme for the day

1. Day 7Aswan’s Highlights — Philae Temple, High Dam & Unfinished Obelisk

   Location:

   Aswan to Cairo

   After breakfast, check out from your Nile cruise and discover the fascinating history and engineering achievements of Aswan. - Aswan High Dam: Visit one of modern Egypt’s most significant engineering projects and learn how it transformed water management, agriculture, and electricity production. - Philae Temple: Take in the beauty of this island sanctuary dedicated to the goddess Isis. Admire its elegant columns, richly decorated walls, and peaceful setting amid the waters of the Nile. - Unfinished Obelisk: Explore the ancient granite quarry where a colossal obelisk was left unfinished after a crack appeared in the stone. See how this remarkable site reveals the techniques used by ancient Egyptian stoneworkers. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before transferring to Aswan Airport for your flight back to Cairo. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel and relax after a memorable journey through Upper Egypt.

   Included today: Meals: Breakfast and lunch, Overnight: Cairo hotel