Private Tour Half Day · 4 hrsPhilae Temple, High Dam & Unfinished Obelisk
The essential Aswan half-day covering all three iconic sites with your Egyptologist.
From
$45/ person
Tours & Experiences in Aswan
Private Aswan Tours.
Egypt slows down here. Philae on its own island, Nubian villages in full color, and a felucca under sail as the granite turns gold.
Egypt's Southern Gateway
The Nile at its most beautiful.
Our private day tours explore Aswan's monuments, its Nubian heart and the far south, all with your own guide and air-conditioned transport. Aswan is the calmest place in Egypt. The Nile widens between granite islands, feluccas cross in the evening light, and the pace drops noticeably. Philae Temple, the High Dam and the Unfinished Obelisk fill a day, the Nubian villages fill another, and Abu Simbel sits three hours south by road or forty-five minutes by air.
Our private day tours explore Aswan's monuments, its Nubian heart and the far south, all with your own guide and air-conditioned transport.
Why visit
Why travellers choose Aswan
- Philae Temple was moved island to island stone by stone to save it from the rising water
- Nubian villages bring color and music and a culture distinct from the rest of Egypt
- The felucca sail past Elephantine Island at sunset is the calmest hour in the country
- Abu Simbel is a day trip from here, by road or by short flight
- Most Nile cruises begin or end in Aswan, so it pairs naturally with a longer itinerary.
Best time to visit
When to go
October to April. Aswan runs a few degrees warmer than Luxor, so the winter months are especially pleasant — daytime highs around 25°C with dry, clear air. It is one of the best places in Egypt in December and January. Summer is severe, above 45°C, and even early starts are demanding. If you can time it, the Abu Simbel sun festival falls on 22 February and 22 October, when sunlight reaches the inner sanctuary.
Travel tips
Good to know
- Abu Simbel convoys leave Aswan around 4am — the flight is worth considering if you value sleep
- Agree felucca prices through us in advance rather than at the waterfront
- Aswan's souk is smaller and far less pushy than Khan El Khalili in Cairo
- Bring a light layer for evenings on the water; the desert cools fast after sunset
- Philae is reached by motorboat, so allow extra time either side of the visit .
Private Tours
Our Aswan private tours.
Discover our handpicked private experiences with licensed Egyptologists.
Private Tour Half Day · 4 hrsView Tour
Private Tour Full Day · 10 hrsAbu Simbel Day Trip from Aswan
The great temples of Ramses II and Nefertari — a private day trip by road with early departure.
From
$110/ person
Private Tour Half Day · 3 hrsNubian Village & Felucca Ride
Sail by felucca to a colourful Nubian village on Elephantine Island for tea and warm hospitality.
From
$40/ person
Private Tour Full Day · 7 hrsAswan Full Day Tour
Philae Temple, High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk and a Nubian village all in one seamless day.
From
$75/ person
Private Tour Full Day · 8 hrsKom Ombo & Edfu from Aswan
A scenic drive north to two of the Nile's finest Ptolemaic temples — Kom Ombo and Edfu.
From
$90/ person
Private Tour Half Day · 6 hrsAbu Simbel by Plane
Fly down to Abu Simbel and back for a comfortable private morning at the temples.
From
$320/ person
Private Tour Half Day · 3 hrsAswan Botanical Garden & Souk
A relaxed afternoon on Kitchener's Island followed by Aswan's colourful spice souk.
From
$35/ person
Private Tour Evening · 2 hrsSound & Light at Philae Temple
The temple of Isis by night — an atmospheric evening spectacle with private boat transfer.
From
$45/ person
Egypt Packages
Egypt Packages Including Aswan
Combine this destination with the rest of Egypt through carefully designed private journeys.
Private Package 6 Days · 5 Nights
6 Days Cairo, Luxor & Aswan Package
Cairo · Giza · Luxor · Aswan
The essential Egypt cities in six unhurried days
Starting from
$1,500/ person
Private Package 7 Days · 6 Nights
7 Days Cairo & Nile Cruise Package
Cairo · Aswan · Luxor
Cairo highlights with a 4-night Nile cruise
Starting from
$1,750/ person
Private Package 7 Days · 6 Nights
7 Days Cairo, Luxor, Aswan & Abu Simbel Package
Cairo · Luxor · Aswan · Abu Simbel
Egypt's grand monuments in one private journey
Starting from
$1,800/ person
Private Package 8 Days · 7 Nights
8 Days Cairo, Luxor, Aswan & Hurghada Package
Cairo · Luxor · Aswan · Hurghada
Ancient Egypt combined with Red Sea time
Starting from
$1,800/ person
Private Package 7 Days · 6 Nights
7 Days Classic Egypt Package
Cairo · Luxor · Aswan
Cairo, Luxor and Aswan — timeless private itinerary
Starting from
$1,850/ person
Private Package 8 Days · 7 Nights
8 Days Classic Egypt & Nile Cruise Package
Cairo · Aswan · Luxor
Cairo with a classic 4-night Nile cruise
Starting from
$2,000/ person
Nile Cruises
Nile Cruises from Aswan
Sail the Nile aboard carefully selected cruise experiences.
3 Nights Nile Cruises from Aswan 3 Nights Standard Choice
3 Nights Standard Nile Cruise from Aswan
Aswan · Kom Ombo · Edfu · Luxor
Availability: Every Friday / Monday from Aswan
Starting from
$625/ person
3 Nights Nile Cruises from Aswan 3 Nights Classic Choice
3 Nights Classic Nile Cruise from Aswan
Aswan · Kom Ombo · Edfu · Luxor
Availability: Every Friday
Starting from
$800/ person
3 Nights Nile Cruises from Aswan 3 Nights Deluxe Choice
3 Nights Deluxe Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor
Aswan · Kom Ombo · Edfu · Luxor
Availability: Every Friday / Monday From Aswan
Starting from
$900/ person
3 Nights Nile Cruises from Aswan 3 Nights Luxury Choice
3 Nights Luxury Nile Cruise from Aswan
Aswan · Kom Ombo · Edfu · Luxor
Availability: Every Friday
Starting from
$1,350/ person
3 Nights Nile Cruises from AswanAbu Simbel Included 3 Nights Abu Simbel Included
3 Nights Standard Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor with Abu Simbel
Aswan · Abu Simbel · Kom Ombo · Edfu · Luxor
Availability: every Friday / Monday
Starting from
$690/ person
3 Nights Nile Cruises from AswanAbu Simbel Included 3 Nights Abu Simbel Included
3 Nights Deluxe Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor with Abu Simbel
Aswan · Abu Simbel · Kom Ombo · Edfu · Luxor
Availability: Every Friday From Aswan
Starting from
$950/ person
Airport Transfers
Aswan Transfers
Private transfers with professional drivers and modern vehicles.
Tailor-Made
Build Your Dream Egypt Journey.
Combine Aswan with day tours, Nile cruises and multiple cities into one seamless private itinerary designed around you.
Travel Guide
Reading on Aswan
Best Things to Do in Aswan
Temples, Nubian villages and the most peaceful stretch of the Nile.
Read guideBest Time to Visit Aswan
Why Aswan's dry heat makes shoulder-season the sweet spot.
Read guideNubian Villages in Aswan: A Cultural Guide
Painted houses, Nubian food and how to visit respectfully.
Read guide FAQ
Aswan tours, answered.
Everything you need to know before booking your Aswan experience.
Absolutely — it is one of the most awe-inspiring monuments in Egypt. We can arrange it by road (early morning departure) or by plane for maximum comfort.
Two days is ideal — one for Philae and the classic Aswan sites, and one for Abu Simbel or a Nubian village experience.
Yes. Most Nile cruises start or finish in Aswan. We can arrange private guiding at every stop from Aswan to Luxor.
Every Remoza tour is 100% private — your own Egyptologist, driver and air-conditioned vehicle throughout.
October through April offers ideal weather. Summer is hot but tours are timed early in the morning to beat the heat.
Yes — private felucca sailings at sunset are among Aswan's most magical experiences and can be added to any itinerary.