Tour Overview

Discover the wonders of Nubian history and culture on this fascinating tour to Kalabsha Temple and the Nubian Museum in Aswan. Start by visiting the beautifully relocated Kalabsha Temple, a stunning Greco-Roman structure dedicated to the Nubian god Mandulis, showcasing intricate reliefs and well-preserved architecture. Then, explore the Nubian Museum, home to thousands of artifacts that tell the rich story of Nubia’s ancient civilizations, traditions, and heritage. This tour offers a perfect blend of archaeology, history, and cultural exploration, all set against the backdrop of Aswan’s serene beauty.

What’s Included

  • Professional English-speaking Egyptologist guide at all sites mentioned

  • Bottle of mineral water for each guest

  • All transfers in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle

  • Entrance fees to all sites mentioned in the program

  • Pick-up and drop-off from your hotel or airport in Aswan

  • All service charges and taxes

What’s Not Included

  • Optional tours not listed in the itinerary

  • Visa to Egypt (if required)

  • Personal expenses

  • Tipping

Day 1 –Kalabsha Temple and Nubian Museum Tour

Morning Pickup

  • Your guide will pick you up from your hotel or cruise in Aswan in a private air-conditioned vehicle.

Visit Kalabsha Temple

  • Travel to Lake Nasser’s shores to see Kalabsha Temple, originally located 50 km south of Aswan but moved in the 1960s to save it from flooding during the construction of the High Dam.

  • Explore the temple’s stunning reliefs, inscriptions, and impressive gateway. Learn about its dedication to Mandulis and its historical significance in the Roman period.

Explore the Nubian Museum

  • Continue to the Nubian Museum, a modern cultural landmark designed to showcase Nubia’s rich heritage.

  • View ancient treasures from the Pharaonic, Roman, Coptic, and Islamic periods.

  • Learn about the Nubian people’s traditions, art, and life before and after the relocation caused by the High Dam.

Return Transfer

  • After the tour, you will be transferred back to your hotel or cruise in Aswan.