Private Aswan Tour: Kalabsha Temple & Nubian Museum

4 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: German and 4 more

Discover a quieter side of Aswan on a private tour that connects two powerful stories of Nubia: the rescued temples of Lake Nasser and the living heritage preserved inside the Nubian Museum. Visit Kalabsha Temple, one of the most impressive monuments saved from the rising waters after the High Dam, and enjoy its dramatic setting near Lake Nasser. Then continue to the Nubian Museum, where ancient artifacts, traditional displays, and cultural exhibits bring Nubian history, art, daily life, and identity into clear focus. With private air-conditioned transport, hotel pickup, and a flexible pace, this tour is ideal for travelers who want more than the standard Aswan sightseeing route.

What's Included

Entrance fees (extra fee)
Bottled water onboard
Private tour experience for your group
15-minute motorboat sail to Kalabsha Island
Govt fees, service charges, and taxes
Private air conditioned vehicle/driver
Private Air-conditioned vehicle/driver
Preferred-language Egyptologist Guide (extra fee)
Hotel pickup and drop-off in Luxor
Tipping, Meals, Beverages, extra activities not mentioned in the itinerary, and personal spending

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Pickup outside Aswan city available at extra cost.

Itinerary

Duration: 4 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    New Kalabsha

    Explore Kalabsha Temple near Lake Nasser, where you can walk through a grand stone gateway, open courts, carved walls, columns, and ancient sanctuary areas. Travelers will see reliefs linked to Nubian and Egyptian gods, enjoy quiet views across the water, and experience one of the most impressive temples rescued after the construction of the Aswan High Dam.

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 2
    Nubian Museum

    Visit the Nubian Museum to see statues, artifacts, models, traditional houses, jewelry, tools, pottery, and cultural displays that bring Nubian life into focus. Travelers can walk through galleries covering ancient Nubia, daily traditions, and the communities affected by Lake Nasser, making this one of Aswan’s best stops for cultural understanding.

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket not included

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Extra tours and hotel accommodation available on request.
Supplied by Egypt Sunrise
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Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Water Tours
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Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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