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Aswan holidays
Best time to visit Aswan
The strongest period is November to February. March and October are good shoulder-season alternatives if you prefer fewer crowds. Daytime highs average about 26°C across the main season. Rainfall is usually very low.
How much does a trip to Aswan cost?
On the ground, including accommodation and everyday spending, allow about £25 a day at the budget end, around £55 a day mid-range and £230+ for high-end travel. A seven-night mid-range trip, including estimated return travel from London, is best treated as a planning range of £690 to £970 per person. Return travel is modelled at about £330 off-peak, £420 typically and £630 in busy UK travel periods. These are planning estimates rather than live quotes. Available accommodation spans cheap & cheerful, simple, comfortable, premium and luxury. The quiz prices the highest available tier that fits your selected minimum and total budget.
What kind of holiday is Aswan?
Aswan is strongest for history and culture and food and drink. The main settings are desert landscapes and wooded countryside, and the pace is relaxing.
Strong fit if
- You want history and culture and food and drink.
- You prefer a slower, more restful pace.
Think twice if
- You want a packed, high-energy itinerary every day.
- You want lively nightlife every evening.
Travel from the UK
Allow roughly 6 hours of modelled flying time from London, before airport and transfer time. A week or longer usually makes the travel effort worthwhile.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Aswan?
The strongest period is November to February. March and October are also worth considering for lower crowds. Main-season daytime highs average about 26°C. Rainfall is usually very low.
How much does a trip to Aswan cost?
On the ground, including accommodation and everyday spending, allow about £25 a day at the budget end, around £55 a day mid-range and £230+ for high-end travel. A seven-night mid-range trip, including estimated return travel from London, is best treated as a planning range of £690 to £970 per person. Return travel is modelled at about £330 off-peak, £420 typically and £630 in busy UK travel periods. These are planning estimates rather than live quotes.
How long is the flight or journey to Aswan from the UK?
Allow roughly 6 hours of modelled flying time from London, before airport and transfer time.
Who is Aswan good for?
Aswan best suits travellers looking for history and culture and food and drink. Expect desert landscapes and wooded countryside, with a relaxing pace.