2 Days in Aswan, Aswan, Egypt
Aswan, a picturesque city located along the Nile River in southern Egypt, is a destination that offers a perfect blend of ancient history, stunning landscapes, and vibrant culture. With only two days to explore this enchanting city, it is essential to make the most of your time. From exploring ancient temples and cruising the Nile to shopping at local markets and indulging in delicious Egyptian cuisine, our 2 days in Aswan itinerary will guide you through the best experiences. So pack your bags and get ready for an unforgettable adventure in one of Egypt’s most charming cities.
After cruising from Esna (south of Luxor) for 5 nights on Nour-el-Nil’s Dahabiya cruise we arrived in Aswan ready for our next two days of adventures. Our journey in Egypt so far had taken us from Cairo to Alexandria and then to Luxor. We had chosen to use the services of Egyptian Edu Travel as we wanted to have a private driver and Egyptologist to accompany us on our Egyptian journey.
Options to visit: the High Dam, Kalabsha Temple, Nubian Museum and Arch-Angels Michael Coptic Cathedral
After checking in to the Old Cataract Hotel in Aswan it was a short walk to the Marina to join our guide and our trip on a felucca past Elephantine Island to the Aswan Botanical Gardens. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).
After cruising from Esna (south of Luxor) for 5 nights on Nour-el-Nil’s Dahabiya cruise we arrived in Aswan ready for our next two days of adventures. Our journey in Egypt so far had taken us from Cairo to Alexandria and then to Luxor. We had chosen to use the services of Egyptian Edu Travel as we wanted to have a private driver and Egyptologist to accompany us on our Egyptian journey.
Options to visit: the High Dam, Kalabsha Temple, Nubian Museum and Arch-Angels Michael Coptic Cathedral
After checking in to the Old Cataract Hotel in Aswan it was a short walk to the Marina to join our guide and our trip on a felucca past Elephantine Island to the Aswan Botanical Gardens. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).
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Guide Name: 2 Days in Aswan
Guide Location: Egypt » Aswan
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Insider Tips)
Author: Jane Dempster-smith
Read it on Author's Website: https://www.totraveltoo.com/the-perfect-2-days-in-aswan-itinerary/
Sight(s) Featured in This Guide:
Guide Location: Egypt » Aswan
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Insider Tips)
Author: Jane Dempster-smith
Read it on Author's Website: https://www.totraveltoo.com/the-perfect-2-days-in-aswan-itinerary/
Sight(s) Featured in This Guide:
- the Old Cataract Hotel
- the Aswan Botanical Gardens
- Monastery of St Simeon
- the Agha Khan III Mausoleum
- The Temple of Isis
- the Kiosk of Nectanebo II
- The Kiosk of Trajan
- the Temple of Hathor
- Augustus
- Nubian Museum
- Arch-Angels Michael Coptic Cathedral
Insider Tips for Aswan, Egypt
Aswan Travel Guide
If you have a free day in Aswan, I’d say that a felucca ride, visiting the Nubian Museum and the Unfinished Obelisk are a must. For the felucca ride, it’s always recommended to book in advance or get some help from your concierge.
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Aswan was, without a doubt, my favourite city in Egypt. The temperature may have gotten hotter down near Nubia, but I was loving every second of this oasis by the river Nile.
Abu Simbel, High Dam and Philae Temple in Aswan
I visited Abu Simbel, the High Dam and Philae Temple as part of my Essential Egypt tour, which lasted for a total of 9 days and covered the main highlights of Egypt from north to south.
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