Kalabsha Temple and Nubian Museum Tour

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Tour Details

Duration

8 Hours

Group Size

10 people

Languages

All Languages

Tour Type

Egypt Private

Tour Availability

Daily

Tour Location

Aswan

Pickup & Drop Off

Your Hotel in Aswan

About this tour

Join us for an unforgettable Kalabsha Temple and Nubian Museum Tour that highlights the cultural and historical treasures of Aswan. This carefully designed Aswan day tour begins with a visit to Kalabsha Temple, one of the most important Nubian temples, originally built around 30 BC and dedicated to the Nubian god Mandulis. Located south of Aswan, the temple reflects the brilliance of ancient Nubian and Roman-era architecture.

Next, the tour continues to Philae Temple, beautifully situated on Philae Island, where you will explore the legendary Temple of Isis and uncover fascinating stories of ancient Egyptian mythology and pharaonic rituals.

The experience concludes at the Nubian Museum, opened in 1997, which showcases Nubian history, art, and traditions while preserving the heritage lost beneath Lake Nasser. Book this exceptional Kalabsha Temple and Nubian Museum Tour today and enjoy a rich journey through the heart of Nubian civilization.

Included/Excluded

Pick up service from your hotel in Aswan and return.
Professional English-speaking Egyptologist guide.
Entrance fees to the mentioned historical places.
All transfers by a modern air-conditioned vehicle.
Bottled water during your trip.
All service charges and taxes.

Any extras not mentioned in the program.
Personal spending.
Tipping.

Itinerary

Nubian Museum

The Nubian Museum is a key highlight of the Kalabsha Temple and Nubian Museum Tour, offering deep insight into the rich cultural and historical heritage of the Nubian people. Located in Aswan, the museum houses thousands of artifacts spanning multiple eras, including Geological, Pharaonic, Roman, Coptic, and Islamic periods. Visitors on the Kalabsha Temple and Nubian Museum Tour can explore diverse exhibits such as geological specimens, ancient tools, statues, manuscripts, and everyday objects that illustrate how Nubian civilizations evolved over thousands of years. This museum provides a comprehensive and educational introduction to Nubia’s archaeological and cultural legacy.

Kalabsha Temple

Kalabsha Temple, another major stop on the Kalabsha Temple and Nubian Museum Tour, is located about 50 km south of Aswan and dates back to the late Ptolemaic era, with completion during the Roman Period. Dedicated to the Nubian god Mandulis, the temple was initiated by the Roman Emperor Augustus around 30 BC.

Originally threatened by flooding after the construction of the Aswan High Dam, Kalabsha Temple was carefully relocated to an island on the edge of Lake Nasser to preserve it from submersion. Today, visitors can admire its impressive architecture, detailed reliefs, and well-preserved carvings, gaining valuable insight into the religious and cultural life of ancient Nubia. This makes the Kalabsha Temple and Nubian Museum Tour a must for history and archaeology enthusiasts.