Egypt is also known for Aswan and the Abu Simbel temple. In Aswan the Nile is at its most beautiful, flowing through amber desert and granite rocks, round emerald islands covered in palm groves and tropical plants. Explore the souk, full of the scent and colour of spices, perfumes, scarves and baskets.

iew the spectacular sunsets while having tea on the terrace of the Old Cataract Hotel (Named due to the location of the Nile's first cataract located here). Aswan has been a favourite winter resort since the beginning of the nineteenth century, and it's still the most perfect place to get away from it all.

You aren't away from world here, you are where the world began...............close your eyes and drift back to a time of wealth and magicial powers.