Aswan is the ancient city of Swenet which was the border of Ancient Egypt to the south. This city located on the first cataract of the Nile, is a picturesque town that combines the beauty of its landscapes, in large part with much contrast, with the attractiveness of its surroundings, which include: Elephantine Island, Kitchener Island ( the Botanical Garden), The granite quarry where the unfinished obelisk of more than 40 meters high is in its original place, The Monastery of San Simeon, The High Dam, a magnificent work of modern engineering that gives Egypt fresh water and electricity clean and The temple of Philae, the pearl of Egypt. It is an ideal place to spend the winter holidays since its climate is very pleasant with temperatures around 25 degrees during the day and an impressive sun ... Welcome to Aswan! For visitors to Aswan we offer these excursions ...