Kalabsha Temple & Nubian Monuments Tour
Cross Lake Nasser by private motorboat to explore Kalabsha Temple, the rock-cut sanctuary of Beit El-Wali, and the elegant Kiosk of Qertassi.
Discover three rescued Nubian monuments beside beautiful Lake Nasser.
Travel beyond Aswan’s best-known landmarks on a private tour to the New Kalabsha archaeological site near the High Dam. After hotel or Nile cruise pickup, cross the water by private motorboat with your Egyptologist guide. Explore Kalabsha Temple, one of the largest free-standing temples of Lower Nubia and a sanctuary associated with the Nubian solar deity Mandulis. Continue to the rock-cut Temple of Beit El-Wali, commissioned by Ramesses II, before visiting the graceful Roman-era Kiosk of Qertassi with its lotus columns and Hathor-headed pillars. These monuments were dismantled and relocated during the international campaign to save Nubian heritage from the rising waters created by the Aswan High Dam.
Three rescued monuments revealing different chapters of Nubian history.
Kalabsha Temple
Explore the monumental pylons, courts, sanctuary, and reliefs of the Roman-period temple dedicated to the Nubian god Mandulis.
Beit El-Wali
Enter a compact rock-cut sanctuary of Ramesses II with historical scenes connected to royal campaigns and Egypt’s southern frontier.
Kiosk of Qertassi
Admire an elegant lakeside structure distinguished by tall lotus-headed columns and Hathor pillars at its entrance.
A private boat journey through the rescued temples of Nubia.
Meet your private Egyptologist
Your guide and driver collect you from your Aswan hotel or Nile cruise and travel toward the High Dam area and motorboat departure point.
Private motorboat crossing
Board your private motorboat and cross the calm water toward New Kalabsha, enjoying views of the lake, desert hills, and High Dam surroundings.
Explore Kalabsha Temple
Walk through the great pylon and courtyards while your guide explains Mandulis, Roman-period Nubia, surviving reliefs, and the temple’s relocation.
Enter Beit El-Wali
Continue to the smaller rock-cut temple built under Ramesses II and examine scenes reflecting royal ideology and Egypt’s relationship with Nubia.
Visit the Kiosk of Qertassi
Finish among the kiosk’s open columns, Hathor capitals, and beautiful Lake Nasser setting, with time for photographs.
Boat and private transfer back
Return by motorboat and continue in your private vehicle to your hotel or Nile cruise after approximately four to five hours.
Everything arranged for your New Kalabsha visit.
Included
- Private air-conditioned vehicle
- Pickup and return from your Aswan hotel or Nile cruise
- Private licensed Egyptologist guide
- Entrance fees to the listed monuments
- Private motorboat transfers
- Bottled water
- Service charges and taxes
Not Included
- Meals and additional drinks
- Optional activities
- Personal purchases
- Gratuities
Combine New Kalabsha with more of Aswan.
A quieter alternative for travelers fascinated by Nubian archaeology.
Three monuments together
See a major temple, a rock-cut Ramesside sanctuary, and an elegant Roman kiosk in one compact site.
Private Egyptologist
Understand the history, religion, architecture, and rescue of monuments often missed by standard tours.
Lake Nasser journey
Approach the archaeological site by private motorboat through a dramatic desert-and-water landscape.
Less crowded experience
Explore an important Nubian heritage site generally quieter than Philae or Abu Simbel.
Quick answers about the Kalabsha and Nubian Monuments Tour.
Which monuments are included?
The tour includes Kalabsha Temple, the rock-cut Temple of Beit El-Wali, and the Kiosk of Qertassi at the New Kalabsha site.
Why were these monuments moved?
They were relocated during the international campaign to save Nubian monuments threatened by the rising waters associated with the Aswan High Dam and Lake Nasser.
Is the motorboat included?
Yes. Private round-trip motorboat transportation to New Kalabsha is included in the tour.
Are entrance tickets included?
Yes, standard entrance fees to the listed monuments are included unless your confirmed quotation states otherwise.
Is this tour suitable for children?
Yes, although it includes boat steps, sun exposure, and walking over uneven archaeological surfaces. Children require close adult supervision.
Ready to explore the rescued temples beside Lake Nasser?
Share your hotel or cruise, preferred date, and number of travelers. We’ll arrange your private vehicle, motorboat, Egyptologist, and entrance tickets.