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Day Trip to Kalabsha Temple and Nubian Museum from Aswan

Price Starting From : $55

6 Hours

Aswan

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Kalabsha Temple and Nubian Museum

Exposure to different cultures creates a lifelong impression in our minds. All our educational trips are perfectly designed to immerse travellers in local colours while interacting with local people, places and traditions. Enjoy one of the most important archaeological areas in the world, the governorate is full of many historical monuments of ancient Egypt and enjoys warm weather.

Enjoy visiting the Kalabsha Temple and the stories it contains. The temple, which is one of the most important temples in Nubia, contains inscriptions that tell stories from ancient Egypt in the temple grounds. The temple also contains a historical inscription that shows the victories of the Nubian King Silko.

Nubia contains a large number of Egyptian temples that were built during the New Kingdom, Greek and Roman eras. King Ramses II alone built 7 temples, 6 of which were on the west side of the Nile and one on the east side of the Nile.

In total, the museum contains 5,000 archaeological objects representing the stages of the development of Egyptian civilisation and Nubian heritage. The museum's external display includes 68 unique pieces of large statues and archaeological paintings of various sizes, including a 200,000-year-old human skeleton that was found in 1982 in the Idkubateh area in Aswan, one of the most beautiful and rare pieces on display.

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Inclusion

All fees and taxes
Shopping excursions in Aswan
Glasses water during your Tours
A professional guide who speaks fluent English
Pick up services from your hotel & return.
All sightseeing entrance costs are listed in the itinerary above.
Cairo Top Tours provides all transportation in a private, air-conditioned car.

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Tipping
Any additions
Self-expenditures
Prices apply for Egypt Easter trips and Egypt Christmas and New Year excursions.

Itinerary

In the morning you will be met in the lobby by our fluent English-speaking, licensed guide and professional driver to transfer you to the day's venues, starting with the Kalabsha Temple:

It was built during the reign of Emperor Augustus, to worship the god Mandulis, the Nubian sun god.
According to research approved by the Ministry of Antiquities, the phenomenon of the perpendicularity to the Holy of Holies chamber in the temple occurred twice, on February 14 and October 29.
It is the second largest of the Nubian temples after the Abu Simbel Temple, and one of the most important temples with a unique Nubian architectural style.
It also contains a historical inscription illustrating the victories of the Nubian King Silko.

The guide will provide you with more and more about Kalabsha after the end of your tour and saturate you with information and enrich your thoughts with Egyptian antiquities, you will be transferred to the Nubia Museum.

When we visit the Nubian Museum in Aswan, we are drawn to the most beautiful piece, which is the museum contains five thousand artifacts representing the stages of development of Egyptian civilization and Nubian heritage. The museum’s external display includes 68 unique pieces of large statues and archaeological paintings of different sizes. Among the most beautiful and rarest of these displayed pieces is the skeleton of a human being 200,000 years old, which was found in 1982 in the Edkopati area in Aswan.

The statue of Hor Umm Akht is a distinctive statue dating back to the Kushite Dynasty 25 and is characterised by high artistic precision, showing the Nubian integration into the Egyptian civilisation. Horus took different forms in Egypt throughout the ages. His Egyptian name is Horus, which means distant because his symbol is the falcon, one of the forms of hunting birds. It also means “free,” meaning the face, the one above, or the highest.

The Nubian Museum in Aswan is a place where the fragrance of history and the richness of the cultural, civilisational and popular heritage of Nubia’s history throughout the ages are combined After enjoying the tour and taking photos to immortalise the memories, you will be transferred back to your hotel.

Accommodation

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1 Person

$130 Per Person

2 - 3 Persons

$90 Per Person

4 - 6 Persons

$70 Per Person

7 - 10 Persons

$55 Per Person

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To have a wonderful trip to Egypt, you have to go to Aswan and take a trip for two or three days. In these days you can visit many things such as Kalabsha Temple and The Nubian Museum to have a unique and unforgettable experience.

The Rebellion of Kalabsha Temple refers to a historical event that took place during the Roman occupation of Egypt. It was a revolt by the local population against Roman rule and the imposition of Roman religious practices at the Kalabsha Temple in Aswan, Egypt. The rebellion was a response to the Roman authorities' attempts to suppress the traditional Egyptian religious practices in favor of Roman gods. The uprising eventually led to the restoration of the traditional Egyptian religious practices at the temple.

Yes, a visit to the Nubian Museum in Aswan can be included in some of the day tours offered in the city. The Nubian Museum is a renowned cultural institution that showcases the rich history, heritage, and culture of the Nubian people.

The museum displays artifacts, artwork, and displays that highlight the ancient and modern history of Nubia, including its traditions, customs, architecture, and language. Provides a comprehensive insight into the Nubian civilization and its importance in Egyptian history.

Certainly, in Aswan visitors can participate in cultural and heritage experiences distinguished by the region's rich heritage. Here are some of the heritage and cultural experiences that visitors can enjoy in Aswan:

Handicrafts workshops.

Visit traditional houses.

Nubian dance and music.

Traditional cuisine.

Popular evenings.

Visit culture and arts centers.

Yes, there are many private Nile cruises that visitors can take in Aswan. These trips allow visitors to explore the beauty of the Nile River and its surroundings in unique and fun ways. Here are some options you can consider:

Falafel trips (Nubian sailing boats).

Traditional Nile boat trips.

Enjoy the sunset on the boats.

Airboat trips (canoes).

Yes, many tours offer short Nile cruises as part of the day tour experience, providing a relaxing way to see the river’s beauty and its surrounding landscapes.

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