Sound and Light Show at Philae Temple
Spend an unforgettable evening at the Sound and Light Show at Philae Temple, where the ancient sanctuary of the goddess Isis glows under the night sky. As the lights dance across the temple walls, the voices of history narrate the timeless tales of Isis, Osiris, and Horus. This immersive experience combines myth, history, and artistry, offering visitors a magical glimpse into Egypt’s spiritual past. Set against the tranquil waters of the Nile, the show transforms the temple into a living storybook, making it one of Aswan’s most captivating nighttime attractions.
Overview
Spend an unforgettable evening at the Sound and Light Show at Philae Temple, where the ancient sanctuary of the goddess Isis glows under the night sky. As the lights dance across the temple walls, the voices of history narrate the timeless tales of Isis, Osiris, and Horus. This immersive experience combines myth, history, and artistry, offering visitors a magical glimpse into Egypt’s spiritual past. Set against the tranquil waters of the Nile, the show transforms the temple into a living storybook, making it one of Aswan’s most captivating nighttime attractions.
Highlights
- Evening sound and light show at Philae Temple
- The island temple picked out by light after dark
- Narration carrying the story of the temple and its goddess
Itinerary
1Sound and Light Show at Philae Temple
Your evening begins with a comfortable transfer from your hotel to the Nile dock, where a motorboat awaits to take you across the river to the island of Agilika. This island is home to the magnificent Philae Temple, a sacred site once threatened by the rising waters of the Nile before being carefully relocated through a remarkable UNESCO preservation effort. As darkness falls, the temple comes alive with a spectacular display of lights and sound. The illuminated walls and columns tell the ancient story of the goddess Isis, her husband Osiris, and their son Horus, the divine symbol of kingship and protection. The narration, accompanied by vivid laser projections, creates an atmosphere that transports you back to the time of the pharaohs. Stroll through the glowing courtyards and sanctuaries as the myths unfold around you. After the show concludes, you will return by boat across the Nile and be transferred back to your hotel or Nile cruise, carrying with you the memory of a truly magical night in Aswan. Meals: None Overnight: Aswan (Hotel or Nile Cruise)
What’s included
- All transfers in a private air-conditioned vehicle
- Pick-up and drop-off from your hotel
- Private English-speaking Egyptologist guide
- Entrance fees to all mentioned sites
- A bottle of water during the tour
- All taxes and service charges
Not included
- Any personal expenses or optional activities not mentioned
- Tipping
How booking works
Send your dates
Use the enquiry form with your travel dates and how many people are coming. Nothing is charged and nothing is held at this point.
We reply with a plan
You get a written itinerary and a full price back — what is included, what is not, and what the alternatives are if a date or a hotel does not work.
You change what you want
Go back and forth as many times as you need. The itinerary is not fixed until you say it is.
Confirm and travel
Once the plan is right, we confirm the bookings and send you the final documents with your guide and driver details.
Frequently asked questions
How long is Sound and Light Show at Philae Temple?
1 day in total.
Is there a day-by-day itinerary?
Yes — 1 day is written out above, with what you see and where you sleep on each one. Every day can be changed before you book.
How much does Sound and Light Show at Philae Temple cost?
It starts at $30 per person. The final price depends on your dates, your group size and the hotel level you choose, so we quote it for your specific trip rather than selling a fixed package.
What is included in the price?
6 things are included, listed in full above. In short: all transfers in a private air-conditioned vehicle; pick-up and drop-off from your hotel; private english-speaking egyptologist guide; entrance fees to all mentioned sites, and more.
What is not included?
The exclusions are listed above in full. The main ones are any personal expenses or optional activities not mentioned; tipping. Ask us before you book if you want any of them added — most of them can be.
Where does Sound and Light Show at Philae Temple start?
It starts in Aswan. If you are arriving somewhere else, or on a different day, tell us and we will adjust the first and last days around your flights.
Can this trip be changed?
Yes. Nothing on this page is fixed. Days can be added or dropped, sites swapped, hotels moved up or down, and the whole route rebuilt around what you actually want to see.
What to pack
Clothing
- Loose cotton or linen — it is hot in the sun and cold on the water after dark
- A light long-sleeved layer for evenings and for sun cover at open sites
- Shoulders and knees covered for mosques and churches; a scarf for women at mosques
- One warm layer between November and February — desert nights drop sharply
Feet
- Closed walking shoes you have already broken in — temple ground is uneven stone and sand
- Sandals or slip-ons for the boat and the hotel
Sun and heat
- A wide-brimmed hat — there is almost no shade at Giza, Karnak or Abu Simbel
- High-factor sunscreen and lip balm with SPF
- Sunglasses
- A refillable water bottle
Practical
- A universal adapter — Egypt uses European two-pin type C and F sockets at 220V
- Any medication you take, in its original packaging
- Small notes in local currency for tips and small purchases
- A power bank — you will be off a socket for most of each day
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