City, Egypt
Getting around Aswan
How to get around Aswan
Compact enough to walk the Corniche; use public ferries to Elephantine Island and taxis for Philae and the High Dam. Abu Simbel needs a dawn convoy or flight.
Ways to get around Aswan
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Public ferry (Elephantine) | About 5–20 EGP | Short crossings from the Corniche; confirm the price |
| Taxi | About 50–130 EGP in town | Agree the fare first; day hire for Philae and High Dam costs more |
| Felucca | About 300–800 EGP an hour for the boat | Per boat, not per person; haggle before boarding |
| Microbus | About 5–20 EGP | Shared vans along the Corniche and to nearby villages |
Taxis in Aswan
- No ride-hailing apps operate here. Taxis and boats set prices by negotiation. Agree fares before boarding; hotels can arrange fixed-price drivers.
Arriving in Aswan
Aswan International (ASW)
About 20 km from the center; taxi 200–400 EGP, 25–35 min. Flights to Abu Simbel are also available.
Driving and onward travel
- Driving: on the right. Bring a 1949-Convention IDP with your licence (valid up to 6 months); traffic is chaotic, so most visitors hire drivers.
- Onward travel in Egypt: Trains run Cairo–Alexandria and Cairo–Luxor–Aswan, including overnight sleepers; Go Bus and Blue Bus serve the Red Sea and Sinai, and EgyptAir flies to Luxor, Aswan and resorts.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Aswan?
No ride-hailing apps work here. Taxis and boats set prices by negotiation. Agree fares before boarding; hotels can arrange fixed-price drivers.
What's the best way to get around Aswan?
Compact enough to walk the Corniche; use public ferries to Elephantine Island and taxis for Philae and the High Dam. Abu Simbel needs a dawn convoy or flight.
How do I get from the airport to Aswan?
About 20 km from the center; taxi 200–400 EGP, 25–35 min. Flights to Abu Simbel are also available.
Is Aswan walkable?
Walkable center.
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Sources
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