This is my second time visiting Egypt, so I wanted to explore somewhere new! I only had a few days in between destinations, so Aswan was the perfect place to squeeze in on my travels. Here are my top tips and must-see places in Aswan, Egypt!
Nubian Village
From Aswan you can take a short boat ride over to the Nubian Village. It’s pretty touristy to be honest, but it’s perfect if you’re looking for a day trip away from the city of Aswan and want the perfect Instagram photos.
Abu Simbel
This is another huge draw to Aswan, visiting the ancient ruins of Abu Simbel. If you’re looking for a way to visit without any crowds, all the tour buses leave at the same time in a 4 AM convoy. This is due to the desert road being closed until 5 AM, so you end up at Abu Simbel with mass amounts of people.
Instead of leaving your hotel at 4 AM, I highly recommend leaving at 8 AM to arrive around 11 or 12 PM after all the tour groups leave! Then you’ll be able to enjoy this UNESCO Heritage Site all to yourself.
