Private Tour to the Tombs of The Nobles in Aswan

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Duration

3-Hours

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

Unlimited

Languages

English, french, German

About this tour

Embark on a fascinating journey through time with a private half-day tour of the Tombs of the Nobles in Aswan. Discover the burial sites of ancient Egyptian dignitaries as you explore their rich history and stunning artwork.

Included

Pickup service from your hotel in Aswan and return
Professional English-speaking Egyptologist guide
Entrance fees to all historical sites
All transfers via a modern air-conditioned vehicle
Bottled water during your trip
All service charges and taxes

Excluded

Any extras not mentioned in the itinerary
Personal spending
Tipping

Itinerary

Morning Pickup:
Your tour begins with a friendly pickup from your hotel in Aswan.

1. Motorboat Ride to the Tombs:

Transfer to the Nile side where your motorboat awaits.
Enjoy a scenic ride across the Nile to the high cliffs, located just north of Kitchener's Island.

2. Climb to the Tombs:

Ascend a set of stairs that lead to the cliffside tombs.
Explore the Nobles' tombs, which date from the Old, Middle, and New Kingdoms of ancient Egypt. Most tombs follow a simple architectural plan, featuring an entrance hall, a pillared room, and a corridor leading to the burial chamber.

3. Discover Ancient Art:

Admire the vivid wall paintings that portray scenes of everyday life and important moments of the officials’ lives.
Learn about the hieroglyphic biographies and inscriptions that recount the noblemen's journeys throughout Africa.

4. Visit Qubbet el-Hawa Shrine:

Climb to the summit where you’ll find the Qubbet el-Hawa, a small shrine dedicated to a local sheikh.
Enjoy panoramic views of Aswan, the Nile River, and the breathtaking surrounding landscape.

Return:
After your exploration, you'll be transferred back to your Nile cruise or hotel in Aswan, concluding your enlightening experience.