The gentlest city in Egypt, and the gateway to Abu Simbel.
Aswan is where the Nile is at its most beautiful — islands, feluccas, and golden light on the water. Philae Temple sits on its own island, moved stone by stone to save it from the rising dam. South of the city, the colossi of Abu Simbel wait at the edge of Lake Nasser.
It's also the start of most Nile cruises. We combine the sights with time to simply sit by the river — the thing people remember most.
October to April is ideal. Aswan is the warmest of the Nile cities, so mornings and evenings are best in summer.
Private, tailor-made journeys featuring Aswan — reshaped around your dates before you travel.
Yes — arriving at dawn as the sun hits the colossi is extraordinary. It's a long but comfortable convoy from Aswan, and we handle everything.
Many do — sailing north to Luxor with the current. We'll advise the direction that suits your dates and pace.
The traditional Nile sailboat. An hour on one at sunset in Aswan is one of Egypt's simple pleasures.
Tell us your dates and what you'd love to see. We'll send a tailored plan and a clear quote — free, no obligation.
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