Philae Temple Night Tour with Sound & Light Show Aswan

Summary

Evening visit to Philae Temple with private transfer and show

You’ll cross the Nile by boat after sunset for a night tour of Philae Temple on Agilkia Island. Experience ancient Egyptian myths come alive through sound & light projections with an audio guide and local insight. Includes private pickup from your Aswan hotel and return transfers—leaving you with memories that linger long after you’re back.

What’s the experience like?

I didn’t expect the Nile to be so quiet at night. Our driver picked us up from the hotel in Aswan just after sunset — the city was still buzzing, but as soon as we reached the marina, everything felt softer. The boat ride to Agilkia Island was short, maybe ten minutes, but I remember the smell of river water and diesel mixing in the air. There was this older man steering the boat who nodded at us — didn’t say much, just smiled. I tried to ask him how many times he’d done this crossing, but my Arabic is basically nonexistent. He laughed anyway.

Walking up to Philae Temple in the dark is something else. The columns looked taller than I imagined, shadows stretching everywhere. Our local guide handed us these little audio devices — not fancy headphones or anything — and told us to follow the lights. The sound & light show started almost suddenly: voices echoing off stone, stories about Isis and Osiris that felt half-dreamlike under all those stars. There were flashes of green and gold across the carvings; sometimes you could see dust swirling in the beams. It’s weird how you can feel alone and surrounded at the same time in a place like that.

I kept thinking about how they moved this whole temple stone by stone because of flooding — our guide explained it like it was just another fact of life here. “Egyptians are used to moving things,” he joked, which made everyone laugh even though it’s kind of wild when you think about it. Afterward, we drifted back across the water in silence except for one kid who kept asking his dad if Isis was a real person (the dad just shrugged). Back at the hotel, I realized I’d barely taken any photos — sometimes you just want to keep something for yourself, you know?

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Philae Temple Sound and Light Show

• Pickup from Aswan hotel
• Boat ride to Agilkia Island
• Explore Philae Temple multimedia show

Top questions

How do I get to Philae Temple for the sound & light show?

Your tour includes hotel pickup in Aswan by private car plus a short boat ride to Agilkia Island where Philae Temple stands.

Is there an audio guide during the Philae Temple night tour?

Yes, an audio guide is provided so you can follow along with the sound & light show narration.

Are transfers included from my Aswan hotel?

Yes, round-trip transfers from your Aswan hotel are included in a private vehicle.

Can children join this Philae Temple evening tour?

Yes, infants and small children can join; prams or strollers are allowed.

How long does it take to reach Philae Temple from Aswan?

The drive is short within Aswan city limits; then it's about 10 minutes by boat to Agilkia Island.

Is public transportation available near Philae Temple?

Public transportation options are available nearby if needed.

Do I need to walk much during this tour?

You’ll stroll through parts of the temple during the show; suitable for all fitness levels.

What’s included

Your evening includes private pickup and drop-off at your Aswan hotel, a boat ride across to Agilkia Island where Philae Temple sits on the Nile, entry for the sound & light show with an audio guide provided throughout your visit before returning comfortably afterward.