Temple of Philae Sound & Light Show, Aswan - Book online at Civitatis.com

Name: Temple of Philae Sound & Light Show
Brand: Civitatis
Price: 43.95 USD
Rating: 8.4 (18 reviews)

Temple of Philae Sound & Light Show

Admire the stunning Temple of Philae, one of the best-preserved

Watch a stunning show about the history of Egypt

Experience the captivating history of Egypt through a unique sound and light show at the Temple of Philae that will leave you spellbound.

Details

Duration

4 hours.

Language

The activity takes place with recorded commentary in English.

Included

Hotel or cruise terminal pickup and drop–off
Transport by air–conditioned bus or minibus
English–speaking guide
Admission to the Temple of Philae sound & light show
Ride on a faluca to the temple

Supporting documents

Electronic voucher. Have it on your phone.

Accessibility

Not wheelchair accessible.

Minimum age

Not permitted for anyone under 6 years

Sustainability

All services meet our

Pets

Not allowed.

Frequently asked questions

If you have other questions, contact us

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the activity starts. Any cancellations after this or no-shows on the day will not be refunded.

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Reviews of our customers

8.4

Excellent 496 Travelers·18 reviews

September 15, 2026
German
Vigo, Spain
Everything was great. The pickup was later than advertised on Civitatis, but it was arranged with us beforehand, which worked out perfectly so we coul...
As a couple
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September 30, 2026
Beatriz Valdez Galvez
Lima, Peru
I would have liked the guide to tell us the history of the temple
With friends
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August 31, 2026
Edgar
Bogotá, Colombia
Sound only. With current technology, it should have video.
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March 29, 2026
Gabriel
Spain
The temple is impressive, and a spectacular sight at night. It's a shame that the audio guide only broadcasts the narration over the speakers in Engli...
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November 2, 2025
Eduardo
El Puerto De Santa María, Spain
Philae was not included in our travel itinerary, but at night, with everything illuminated, it is a wonder. We booked this excursion with Civitatis t...
As a couple
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February 6, 2026
Ivan Luciano Victor Choque
Argentina
Great! Everything was on time and without any problems. A Spanish-speaking guide accompanied us as we had arranged.
As a couple
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October 18, 2023
Eduardo Boix Moreno
Barcelona, Spain
The activity was very good, but not because of the show. My wife became ill at the time of the activity and the head of the agency -Mr. Ibrahim- was k...
As a couple
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May 13, 2023
Concepción Castilla Nieto
Pontevedra, Spain
Everything as expected. The show, for me, much better than that of the Pyramids, both for its content and for the site itself, as the Temple is a true...
Traveling solo
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August 19, 2025
Antonio
Spain
It was good. Very pretty. The transportation was good. The temple lit up at night is impressive.
With friends
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June 26, 2025
Mary
United States
The activity was wonderful, and the guide was punctual, friendly, and respectful. The driver was also friendly; his car was clean and air-conditioned....
Traveling solo
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Experience the captivating history of Egypt through a unique sound and light show at the Temple of Philae that will leave you spellbound.

Description

We'll pick you up at your hotel or boat in Aswan and set off toward the Temple of Philae at the designated time.

To reach this stunning temple, we'll journey by air-conditioned vehicle to the banks of the Nile River and embark on a falucca, a traditional wooden sailboat. We'll gracefully cross the Nile's waters until we arrive at the island of Agilkia. Upon disembarking, you'll immediately understand why this temple is often referred to as the "Pearl of the Nile." It stands as one of Egypt's most exquisitely preserved temples.

Accompanied by the deities Isis and Osiris, who share a tale of love and tragedy, we'll explore the Temple of Philae. Did you know that these gods were a married couple? Over the course of two and a half hours, their story and Egyptian mythology will come to life through a captivating light show that animates the temple's walls. It's an unforgettable experience!

After the show concludes, we'll board the boat and return to your hotel or cruise ship after a total of four hours.

Hotel pickups

This activity includes pickup from hotels, hostels, and apartments in Aswan City.

However, if your hotel or boat is located on one of the following islands of Aswan, we'll pick you up at one the meeting points below:

Accommodations on West Aswan Island (Gharb Aswan): we'll pick you up at the West Bank Ferry Terminal.
Accommodations on Elephantine Island (Guizirit Alfantin): we'll pick you up at the KFC restaurant in Kornish Al Nile or Telecom Egypt Office on El Sadat Road.
Accommodations on Suhil Island (Guizirit Suhil): we'll pick you up at the West Bank Ferry Terminal.

If your hotel or boat in Aswan is neither in the city center nor on any of the above-mentioned islands, you'll still have to go to one of the meeting points mentioned above.

8.4

Excellent 496 Travelers·18 reviews

September 15, 2026
German
Vigo, Spain
Everything was great. The pickup was later than advertised on Civitatis, but it was arranged with us beforehand, which worked out perfectly so we coul...
As a couple
Is this useful?
September 30, 2026
Beatriz Valdez Galvez
Lima, Peru
I would have liked the guide to tell us the history of the temple
With friends
Is this useful?
August 31, 2026
Edgar
Bogotá, Colombia
Sound only. With current technology, it should have video.
Is this useful?
March 29, 2026
Gabriel
Spain
The temple is impressive, and a spectacular sight at night. It's a shame that the audio guide only broadcasts the narration over the speakers in Engli...
Is this useful?
November 2, 2025
Eduardo
El Puerto De Santa María, Spain
Philae was not included in our travel itinerary, but at night, with everything illuminated, it is a wonder. We booked this excursion with Civitatis t...
As a couple
Is this useful?
February 6, 2026
Ivan Luciano Victor Choque
Argentina
Great! Everything was on time and without any problems. A Spanish-speaking guide accompanied us as we had arranged.
As a couple
Is this useful?
October 18, 2023
Eduardo Boix Moreno
Barcelona, Spain
The activity was very good, but not because of the show. My wife became ill at the time of the activity and the head of the agency -Mr. Ibrahim- was k...
As a couple
Is this useful?
May 13, 2023
Concepción Castilla Nieto
Pontevedra, Spain
Everything as expected. The show, for me, much better than that of the Pyramids, both for its content and for the site itself, as the Temple is a true...
Traveling solo
Is this useful?
August 19, 2025
Antonio
Spain
It was good. Very pretty. The transportation was good. The temple lit up at night is impressive.
With friends
Is this useful?
June 26, 2025
Mary
United States
The activity was wonderful, and the guide was punctual, friendly, and respectful. The driver was also friendly; his car was clean and air-conditioned....
Traveling solo
Is this useful?

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Experience the captivating history of Egypt through a unique sound and light show at the Temple of Philae that will leave you spellbound.

Description

We'll pick you up at your hotel or boat in Aswan and set off toward the Temple of Philae at the designated time.

After the show concludes, we'll board the boat and return to your hotel or cruise ship after a total of four hours.

Hotel pickups

This activity includes pickup from hotels, hostels, and apartments in Aswan City.

However, if your hotel or boat is located on one of the following islands of Aswan, we'll pick you up at one the meeting points below:

Accommodations on West Aswan Island (Gharb Aswan): we'll pick you up at the West Bank Ferry Terminal.
Accommodations on Elephantine Island (Guizirit Alfantin): we'll pick you up at the KFC restaurant in Kornish Al Nile or Telecom Egypt Office on El Sadat Road.
Accommodations on Suhil Island (Guizirit Suhil): we'll pick you up at the West Bank Ferry Terminal.

If your hotel or boat in Aswan is neither in the city center nor on any of the above-mentioned islands, you'll still have to go to one of the meeting points mentioned above.

Temple of Philae Sound & Light Show