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Free cancellation available
The previous price was S$9 and current price is S$7 per adult

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h 17m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Embark on a sweeping, heartfelt journey along the Nile, where three distinct eras collide, compete, and coexist. From the poignant displacement of the Nubian people to the opulent echoes of British colonialism, and finally to the ancient, living shores of Elephantine Island, this tour reveals the hidden currents of Aswan. You will cross the river, walk through vibrant mud-brick villages, and stand before ancient instruments that once measured the lifeblood of an empire. This is not just a walk through history; it is a profound exploration of resilience, memory, and the eternal flow of the Nile.

    • A 4.4 km self-guided tour with 8 stops over 137 min
    • Ideal for travellers interested in History & Memory and Identity, Migration & Globalization
    • Immersively told in a podcast style by experts and locals
    • Matching audio content, AI guide and navigation through the app

Activity location

  • Nubian Museum
    • Assuan, Sheyakhah Oula, Qism Aswan,
    • Aswan, Egypt

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Nubian Museum
    • Assuan
    • 1240842, Sheyakhah Oula, Aswan Governorate, Egypt

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Podcast Tour Aswan Drowned Histories and Living Shores in Multilingual

  • Activity duration is 2 hours and 17 minutes2h 17m
    2h 17m
  • Opening hours: Mon 0:00-23:30
  • English
Price details
S$8.54
S$6.83 x 1 AdultS$6.83
Total
The previous price was S$8.54 and current price is S$6.83
20% off

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Verified facts woven into an engaging storey
  • Inclusions
    Interactive in-app guide for questions about the storey and surroundings
  • Inclusions
    Precise navigation between the stops
  • Inclusions
    Immersive podcast-style audio featuring experts and locals

Know before you book

    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transport options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Nubian Museum

  • 10m
The perfect starting point to understand the poignant storey of the Nubian people, their ancient heritage, and their modern displacement.

Old Cataract, Aswan

  • 10m
A stunning embodiment of Aswan's colonial-era charm, representing the dawn of modern Nile tourism.

Jazirat Aswan

  • 10m
The physical crossing point, bridging the bustling mainland with the tranquil, timeless island life.

Elephantine

  • 10m
Walking its dusty paths reveals vibrant, painted mud-brick houses and the resilient, living culture of the Nubian people.

Elephantine

  • 10m
Offers intimate glimpses into daily Nubian life, local crafts, and the stark contrast between the quiet island and the city.

Khnum Temple at Elephantine Island

  • 10m
Ancient ruins dedicated to Khnum, the ram-headed god believed to control the waters of the Nile.

Elephantine

  • 10m
A monumental staircase descending into the river, used to measure the Nile's water level and dictate the kingdom's economy.

Aswan Museum

  • 10m
Housed in a former colonial villa, it ties together the island's ancient artefacts with the colonial engineering that changed the Nile.

Location

Activity location

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    Nubian Museum
    • Assuan, Sheyakhah Oula, Qism Aswan,
    • Aswan, Egypt

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Nubian Museum
    • Assuan
    • 1240842, Sheyakhah Oula, Aswan Governorate, Egypt

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