The best months to visit Aswan are Oct – Apr. 22–32°C, warm & dry.
Quick facts
Currency EGP (Pound) 1 USD ≈ 48 EGP
Language Arabic / Nubian English in tourist areas
Timezone EET (UTC+2) No daylight saving
Best Months Oct – Apr 22–32°C, warm & dry
Daily Budget ~$25–50 USD E£1,200–2,500 budget range
Visa Visa on arrival $25 USD for most nationalities
When to go
Egypt's most relaxed city, where Nubian culture meets ancient temples on the banks of the Nile at the gateway to Africa.
Oct – Apr is the busiest window in Aswan, so accommodation and flights go first. Book ahead. The shoulder weeks either side are usually quieter for the same reason.
Getting Around in Aswan
- Aswan is compact and walkable on the East Bank. The Corniche runs along the Nile and connects all the main hotels, restaurants, and the souk. No Uber: use regular taxis
- Taxi around town E£20–50. Negotiate before getting in. Motorboats to islands and the West Bank E£50–150. Feluccas E£200–300/hour
- The West Bank (Nubian villages, Nobles' Tombs, Monastery) requires a boat crossing. Sites south of town (dam, Philae) need a taxi, E£200–400 half-day
For month-by-month detail, itineraries and costs, see the full Aswan travel guide.
Timezone: EET (UTC+2) (No daylight saving)
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Aswan?
The best months to visit Aswan are Oct – Apr (22–32°C, warm & dry), which makes for the most comfortable conditions for sightseeing and getting around. For what a trip costs day to day, see the Aswan budget breakdown.
