From Alexandria to Aswan the scale of Egypt’s ancient monuments and opportunities is staggering - cruise on the Nile, snorkel in the Red Sea, explore the desert, and discover Cairo – to list but a few. With such a range of opportunities the question as to where to travel in Egypt is far from straight forward. Corinthian’s destination guides and suggested itineraries are a good starting point, but we would encourage you to take advantage of our tailor-made holidays service. With their vast accumulated knowledge and years of experience in designing luxury holidays in Egypt, our destination specialists will ensure that your holiday experience is seamless from the moment you contact us.
Aswan is one of the most attractive spots in Egypt. The city is located 1 ½ hours flight south of Cairo at the first cataract on the Nile, a natural border in ancient times marking the southern limit of Egypt and the beginning of Nubia. Here the sands of the Sahara desert tumble directly into the Nile from giant dunes, and the tall sails of feluccas ply the tranquil waters between emerald islands and pink granite rocks. A short distance away, the stunning Philae Temple, ‘The Pearl of Egypt’, emerges from the waters of its encasing lake. Nearby is the enormous Aswan High Dam, built in the 1960s to harness the waters of the Nile, and the Quarries of the Pharaohs from where much of the statuary of ancient Egypt was hewn. Aswan has a distinctly Nubian culture and is a very relaxed and enjoyable place to experience. The city’s excellent Nubia Museum is one of the most significant in the country and provides a wonderful insight into the country that ancient Egyptians referred to as the ‘Land of Gold’. The adventurous may enjoy an excursion across the Nile to enjoy the great view from the Tombs of the Nomarchs followed by a short camel excursion to the ruined Monastery of St Simeon. A day or two to relax at Aswan’s stunning colonial-style Old Cataract Hotel has been the making of many Egypt holidays – the Nile views are arguably the best in Egypt. Agatha Christie was one of the hotel’s many illustrious guests. Aswan is the start and end point for the deluxe 3, 4, 6 and 7 night Nile Cruises that ply the Nile between here and Luxor (and vice versa), and is also the jumping off point for the 4-night Lake Nasser Cruises that will will take you to the rock-hewn temples at Abu Simbel and visit Nubia’s little known temples.
Renowned as being the best in Egypt after Cairo, Aswan's bazaar is full of the irresistable riches of the orient.
A private sunset cruise on the Nile in a traditional wooden felucca is a magical experience.
Known as the 'Pearl of Egypt' this stunning temple emerges from the waters of its incasing lake.
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