Philae Temple & Nubian Village tour from Aswan by boat

Boat through the Nile to a temple and a village, guided the whole way

A private guided tour from Aswan by motorboat to Philae Temple and a Nubian village, with hotel pickup, entrance fees and a professional guide speaking English or Arabic. You visit the classical temple dedicated to Isis, cruise the Nile to a village opposite Soheil Island, walk among the painted houses and palm groves, meet residents, and shop for handcrafted gifts before returning to your hotel. The tour runs 5 to 6 hours.

Step-by-step itinerary

Visit Philae Temple and Nubian Village

• Hotel pickup in Aswan
• Explore Philae Temple with guide
• Boat ride on the Nile River
• Visit Nubian village and meet locals
• Shop for handcrafted gifts
• Return boat ride to Aswan
• Hotel drop-off in Aswan

The Experience

Hotel pickup in Aswan starts the day, and your guide travels with you in an air-conditioned vehicle to the boat. Once on the water, the route takes you to Philae Temple, the classical site dedicated to the goddess Isis. You have time to walk the temple grounds and take in the scale of it before heading back to the boat for the Nile cruise.

The boat then heads downriver to the Nubian village situated opposite Soheil Island, near the Aswan Dam. This is where the day shifts from monument to people: you walk among the houses set in palm groves, each painted in its own color—sky blue, yellow, pink—and you meet the families who live there. The guide explains the traditions and daily life of the village. There is time to browse handcrafted goods before the boat returns along the Nile to your hotel.

The motorboat fare, entrance fees to both sites, pickup and drop-off, and the guided tour are all included. Your guide speaks English or Arabic and can answer questions throughout. The vehicle is air-conditioned, and the pace suits all fitness levels.

What’s included

• Entrance fees to Philae Temple and the Nubian village.
• motorboat fare along the Nile.
• hotel pickup and drop-off in Aswan.
• guided tour in an air-conditioned vehicle.
• professional guide in English or Arabic.
• service, taxes, landing and parking fees.

Good to know

Easy physical levelWheelchair accessible

Operated by Hola Egipto

Is this one for you?Book this if you want a guide-led morning or afternoon covering both Philae Temple and a Nubian village visit, with boat transport included—choose this over self-guided if you prefer someone managing the Nile crossing and cultural context.

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Top questions

What is Philae Temple and why is it important?

Philae Temple is a classical temple dedicated to the goddess Isis, built on an island in the Nile. It is one of the major archaeological sites near Aswan and a key stop on this tour.

Can I meet local people in the Nubian village?

Yes. The tour includes a visit to a Nubian village where you meet residents, walk through the palm-grove houses, and learn about their traditions and way of life directly from the people who live there.

Is hotel pickup included in the price?

Hotel pickup and drop-off in Aswan are included. Your guide will collect you from your hotel at the start and return you there at the end of the tour.

How long does the tour take?

The tour runs 5 to 6 hours from pickup to drop-off, including time at the temple, the boat ride, and the village visit.

What languages does the guide speak?

The guide speaks English or Arabic. You choose your preferred language when you book.

Are children able to join this tour?

Children are welcome from age 3 onwards. The tour is suitable for all fitness levels and is wheelchair accessible.