Cultural · 1.5 hours
Aswan-side

Unfinished Obelisk

A 42-meter obelisk abandoned mid-carving in the granite quarry.

A 42-meter obelisk abandoned mid-carving in the granite quarry.

1.5 hours Morning
Up to 8 Private booking
Easy
Cultural Category
From $25 / person Group rates available
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What you'll do

Unfinished Obelisk

A 42-meter obelisk abandoned mid-carving in the granite quarry.

A short, hand-built experience arranged by Heissa Artie. Pickup from the guest house dock, private guide, refreshments included. Group size kept small so you actually see the place rather than the back of someone's head.

What you'll remember

Sunset over the Sahara dunes from the middle of the Nile
Sailing past Elephantine Island and Kitchener's Garden
Hibiscus tea poured by your captain
Stories of the river from a Nubian who's lived on it
First stars appearing as you sail back

What's included

Private guide / driver
Pickup from your room
Bottled water and refreshments

Not included

Tipping the guide (customary)
Travel insurance
From the river

What it looks like.

Before you go

What to bring.

Pack light, but pack right — a few things make the difference between a good outing and a great one.

A light jacket or shawl The river is breezy after sunset, even in July.
Sun hat & sunglasses The sail provides some shade, but not all of it.
Camera or phone Sunset photos here are unforgettable. Bring a backup battery.
Comfortable, flat shoes No high heels — the boat deck is wooden and slightly sloped.
Book this experience

Unfinished Obelisk

From $25 person · group rates available
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Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Pay at the hotel — cash or card
Confirmed within 30 minutes
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