Egypt's premier winter resort historically was a crossroad for traders from both African "Sub-Sahara" & India. Today Aswan is best known as the site of the world's largest dam and the largest artificial lake that was the homeland of the Nubians

Pharaonic period

Philae & Kalabsha Temples (both moved to their current location in the 70'ies). Unfinished Obelisk. Tombs of the Nobles at the West Bank of Aswan. Elephantine Island with the Kiosk of Khnum and the Temple of Satet. Furthermore, the famous Abu Simbel Temples to be reached from Aswan by air, land and sea.

Christian & Islamic sights

Monastery of St. Simeon, tucked away in the dunes of the Libyan Desert. The Agha Khan Mausoleum (closed for the time being, but the area can be reached by a combined sailing trip with a camel ride).

Today's places of interest

Aswan is Egypt's "sunniest" southern city and ancient frontier town having a distinctively African atmosphere. Small enough to stroll around and graced with the most beautiful setting on the Nile, the pace of life is slow and relaxing. Here, the Nile is flowing through amber desert and granite rocks, round emerald islands covered in palm groves and tropical plants. The souks, full of the scent and colors of spices, perfumes, scarves and baskets are to be explored. Places of interest are: The old as well as the new High Dam, the Botanical Gardens on Lord Kitchener Island, the Nubian Museum and the Aswan Cultural Center. Or go on a Bird & Crocodile watching tour with our specialized team.