Aswan is a city located in the south of Egypt and is the capital of the Aswan governorate, located just north of the Aswan Dams on the east bank of the Nile. The modern city has expanded and includes the formerly separate community on the island of Elephantine. Located about 899 km south from Cairo, the capital city of Egypt, Aswan is a serene Nile Valley destination where the Nile is more majestic than anywhere else. It is the ultimate holiday destination for tourists. This small city has a number of interesting monuments and sites to offer, from Philae Island, Nubian Museum, Elephantine Island, and Aswan Sculpture Park to the Agha Khan Mausoleum, the relaxed city is perfect to soak up the Egyptian culture. There are a number of things to do here such as taking a walk down the famous Arabic corniches, to get on board one of the floating restaurants to enjoy fresh water fish and Nubian music. Experience the Nubian culture to shop for spices, henna tattoos, souvenirs and African handmade goods at the local market, or the souks, Aswan has a little bit for everybody.
A private Aswan tour takes you to the spectacular temples, museums and stunning attractions of the city in addition to the Aswan Dam to see the panoramic views over Nile River. See one of the spectacular jewel of Aswan, the Kalabasha Temple or enjoy a camel ride to the southern tip of Elephantine Island on this unforgettable holiday. There are plenty of activities to enjoy a private tour through the magnificent temples of Abu Simbel. A timeless cruise in Nile in a traditional felucca to the Botanic Gardens on Kitchener Island. Head to the Hanafi Bazaar, which, with its mock Pharaonic façade, is the oldest and the best bazaar in town. Soak in the North African Nubian culture at the colourful villages of Siou and Koti, sandwiched between the ruins of Abu and Movenpick resort. We have a large number of Aswan holiday packages, each customized for the maximum enjoyment. Best of Aswan, Explore Aswan and Charming Aswan are a few of the holiday packages offered by HolidayMe. Aswan is renowned for its ancient sites that makes it a perfect stop-over for history buffs.
Some of the popular hotels in Aswan are Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan, Moevenpick Resort Aswan, LTI - Pyramisa Isis Island Resort & Spa, Helnan Aswan Hotel. The popular Nightlife hubs of Aswan are Osiris Disco, Basma Hotel, Helnan Aswan Hotel and check out the 1902 Restaurant, Biti Pizza, Salah Ad-din, Nubian Beach, Al-Makka, Aswan Moon Restaurant, Panorama Restaurant and Haramein Foul & Ta’amiyya. The famous shopping points of Aswan are Hanafi Bazaar which is operated by the Hanafi brothers, this is the oldest market one can venture into in Aswan to indulge in a variety of Nubian works like swords, amulets, silk kaftans, and beads from all over the continent. Check out the El Sadat Street and Indulge in the papyrus art at the Osiris Papyrus Museum. There are also several shops with interesting things like jewellery and perfumes for your shopping pleasure. Take a look at the Egypt Free Shop, a store to pick up local beer, wine and liquor for which you require your passport. The alcohol is tax-free for 48 hours of your arrival in Egypt and do check the Nubia Tourist Book Centre, a famous bookshop near the train station with plenty of books available on Aswan and Egypt.
