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Q: How much does it cost to visit Aswan High Dam in 2024?

It may have cost Egypt a billion dollars for the 10-year engineering project to be carried out, but visiting Aswan High Dam will only set you back EGP 100. Be sure to ask if there are separate photography or filming fees if you plan on taking pictures or video.

Q: What is Aswan High Dam known for?

Constructed in 1970, the Aswan High Dam is heralded worldwide as an impressive feat of modern engineering. It was designed to control the Nile River’s annual floods. The dam created Lake Nasser, a sprawling artificial lake, and necessitated the relocation of Abu Simbel. It houses a hydroelectric power plant.

Q: Can you go to Aswan High Dam on your own?

Yes, you can go to Aswan High Dam on your own. The dam is around 9.8 miles (15.8 kilometers) from downtown Aswan and can be reached by taxi. Guided tours typically include door-to-door hotel pickup and information about the history of the dam from the guide.

Q: How long does it take to tour Aswan High Dam?

It depends. If you’re just interested in seeing the dam and taking some photos, then 30 minutes is probably enough time. Allot 1–1.5 hours if you’d like to stroll around Lake Nasser or listen to longer explanations on the engineering marvel while on a guided tour.

Q: Is visiting Aswan High Dam worth it?

Yes, most people agree that visiting Aswan High Dam is worth it. The dam is celebrated for its technical ingenuity, and it played a major role in Egypt’s history and economy. The modern structure and scenery around tranquil Lake Nasser presents a nice change of pace from visiting ancient temples.

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Experience the amazing highlights of Aswan visiting all the top sights over the course of a few hours on this private tour. Our professional driver picks you up from your Aswan accommodation in an air-conditioned modern vehicle to transport you to the major sights. On this tour you'll get to explore the majestic Philae Temple, learn the history and secrets of the Unfinished Obelisk from an Egyptologist tour guide at the temple (***optional, separate cost), enjoy the views of the High Dam, and discover the colorful Nubian Village culture and traditions. Capture as many wonderful photos along this private tour and make amazing memories to last a lifetime. • A private tour allows you and your group to explore Philae Temple, Obelisk, High Dam, and Nubian Village in just one day • Enjoy easy pickup and drop-off from your Aswan accommodation • Travel comfortably by air-conditioned private vehicle and motorboat • Wide choice of departure times let you plan your day to suit your style

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Aswan tour ( the temple of philae - high dam )

JanWillem_L, Jan 2026

Highly recommendible!

If you are in Aswan this tour is a 'must do'... The Aswan High Dam is nice to see, but the real highlight is the Philae Temple on the island, which also houses a Roman temple. A magic place! Both the driver and the guide (Aida) where five star quality. The guide gives you a lot of information about both the Greek and Roman temples. And she is very funny... 😉

Private Day tour to High Dam&Unfinished Obelisk&Philae From Aswan

Barry_S, Mar 2026

Mini Bus private tour of the Top Dam, Philae Temple and the unfinishedObelisk

Great tour, picked. Up from our Cruise ship on time and given a guided tour of the Top Dam at Aswan, the Philae Temple via a small boat and a visit to the Unfinished Obelisk, our Guide the lovely Mary is excellent and very knowledgable, she even stopped off at a local shop and provided us with a bottle of cold water. Fantastic value for money and highly recommended tour!

Private Day tour to High Dam&Unfinished Obelisk&Philae From Aswan

BHarat_S, Mar 2026

The tour was nicely...

The tour was nicely operated. The guide was exceptional and very courteous. Covered all the main places and the transportation was also good.

Aswan Day Tour Visiting Philae Temple, Unfinished Obelisk and High Dam in Aswan

Simon_S, Feb 2026

Abu Simbel

A 3hr drive from Aswan, mainly on good and quiet roads through the desert Both temples are fantastic and worth taking your time

Private Day tour to High Dam&Unfinished Obelisk&Philae From Aswan

Sascha_V, Feb 2026

Great private tour

It was really well organised and the information prior to the trip reassured me. Our guide Mary and driver were already waiting for myself and partner in advance. Mary was lovely and very knowledgable, we were so lucky having her as a guide. Thank you so much Mary we really enjoyed our tour with you.

Private Tour: High Dam and Unfinished Obelisk

Susan_T, Dec 2025

Trip to unfinished obelisk and high dam

We really enjoyed this excursion.Both the unfinished obelisk and high dam are well worth visiting .Our guide Maram was excellent,explaining the facts about both places very well and we learnt a lot.Also comfortable transport and happy with our excellent driver Mohammed.Would be happy to recommend this excursion,especially if you have limited time.

Aswan Private Tour: Philae Temple, High Dam & Obelisk

JULIE_D, Nov 2025

Wonderful exploration of...

Wonderful exploration of Aswan major sites. Our guide Zak was the best guide we’ve had on our Egypt trip so far. Extremely knowledgeable, excellent English (he was concerned about this but his language skills were great). He pointed out all the details we would have missed on our own. Transit and other details of the tour were as expected.

Full Day Guided Tour to Unfinished Obelisk, High Dam and Philae Temple by Boat

TAKAAKI_A, Nov 2025

It is convenient to go to main tourism place for a short time

I enjoyed this tour between the transfer time from Abu Simbel to Cairo. I was picked up at Aswan Airport and sent back. It is convenient for me to go to some of the main tourism place for a short time. But it might be kind to make clear that extra rate is needed if someone takes pick-up and drop-off service from and to the airport both. (I agree to be charged because the airport is far.)

Aswan High Dam

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Know before you go

The Aswan High Dam is a must for engineering buffs.
The dam is accessible to wheelchairs and strollers.
While the dam offers great views of the river and lake, the best spot from which to see the dam itself is located about half a mile (0.8 kilometers) downstream.
Photos are allowed, but telephoto lenses are prohibited. Avoid photographing the dam’s military installments.

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