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Why visit Aswan?

Aswan, in the far south of Egypt, is the most beautiful place on the Nile, where the river flows between golden desert, granite boulders and palm-covered islands, and white-sailed feluccas drift past. Its slower pace and warm Nubian culture make it a favourite with travellers.

Take a boat to the Temple of Philae, dedicated to Isis and moved stone by stone to Agilkia Island when the Aswan dams were built. See the Unfinished Obelisk in the ancient granite quarries, the Aswan High Dam, and the Nubian Museum. Sail by felucca around Elephantine Island and Kitchener's Island with its botanical garden, and visit a colourful Nubian village on the west bank. Aswan is the starting point for the trip to Abu Simbel, the great temples of Ramesses II, by road or air, and for Nile cruises north to Luxor via Kom Ombo and Edfu. Sunset from the terrace of the historic Old Cataract hotel is a classic moment.

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Popular experiences in Aswan

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When to go to Aswan

The best months for Aswan are January, February, March, October, November and December. Highs then sit around 28°C, and a week here is reasonably priced.

Jan
23°
low 9°
0 wet days
Feb
25°
low 11°
0 wet days
Mar
30°
low 15°
0 wet days
Apr
35°
low 20°
0 wet days
May
39°
low 24°
0 wet days
Jun
42°
low 27°
0 wet days
Jul
41°
low 28°
0 wet days
Aug
42°
low 28°
0 wet days
Sep
40°
low 26°
0 wet days
Oct
36°
low 22°
0 wet days
Nov
29°
low 16°
0 wet days
Dec
25°
low 11°
0 wet days
Highlighted = best monthsNumber = average daytime highBar = how wet the month is

Temperatures and wet days are measured, not estimated: ERA5 reanalysis for 2021-2023, at Aswān, Aswan Governorate. Source: Open-Meteo.

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Aswan — common questions

When is the best time to visit Aswan?

The best months for Aswan are January, February, March, October, November and December. Highs then sit around 28°C, and a week here is reasonably priced.

What is the weather like in Aswan?

June is the warmest month, with daytime highs around 42°C. January is the coolest, around 23°C by day and 9°C at night. January is the wettest, with about 0 wet days. Figures are measured averages, not estimates.

What is Aswan known for?

Aswan is best known for history, culture, nature and romantic. The things people come for: Philae Temple, felucca sailing, Nubian village, Abu Simbel.

Who is Aswan best suited to?

Aswan works particularly well for couples, first-time visitors and solo travellers. That is based on what there is to do there, not on who books it most.

What can you book in advance in Aswan?

The experiences that sell out first are food tours, cooking classes, day trips, skip-the-line tickets, walking tours and night tours. You can check availability and prices on our booking partners below — you pay the same as booking direct.

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Do I need a visa for Egypt?

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