Journey to Egypt — Aswan Chapter

Flew directly from Cairo Airport — just 1.5 hours to Aswan! ✈️ It’s said that this is the clearest stretch of the Nile, and the water truly shines with a visible blue glow 💙🌊 【City Vibes】 Aswan lies on the upper Nile, Egypt’s southernmost "desert oasis" 🏜️🌴. Compared to Cairo’s hustle, Aswan is relaxed and peaceful. The colorful Nubian villages, traditional felucca sailboats ⛵, and ancient temple complexes weave together a paradise for slow travel~ 【Transport Tips】 Cairo → Aswan: Best by plane (1.5 hrs, EgyptAir multiple flights daily ✈️). Check different dates — price can vary by hundreds! Aswan → Luxor: Booked via inDrive. Hit it off with the driver, so ended up booking all the way to Hurghada 😂 【Hotel Tips】 Stayed 2 nights in a Nubian guesthouse on Elephantine Island 🏝️. Pros: Quiet and affordable. Enjoyed breakfast prepared by the host while overlooking the Nile from the rooftop terrace — so chill! ☀️🍳 Cons: Had to walk through Nubian village paths attracting lots of attention 👀, and take a 5-min ferry ride daily 🚤. If budget allows — go for the Old Cataract Hotel! 💰🏨 【Food Recs】 Not a fan of Egyptian carb-heavy cuisine? Thank goodness for KFC, McDonald’s, and fresh juice stands by the Nile 🍗🍹! Yes — ate there every single meal 【Must-Visit Spots】 Philae Temple 💫 Strongly recommended! Temple of Isis on the water with well-preserved reliefs. Best visited early morning by boat Nile Sunset 🌅 Sip afternoon tea at the Old Cataract Hotel, take a felucca ride at sunset, or enjoy the view from the park next to the hotel. Not visited but recommended: Nubian Village for colorful houses & murals 🎨, Abu Simbel Temple (skipped due to long distance 🚗💨) #Aswan #PhilaeTemple #NileRiver #TravelGuide #EgyptTravel #SlowTravel 🌍✨