Words fail to describe the wonderful scenery, spectacular sunsets, world famous monuments and the feelings of tranquillity that Aswan inspires. Home to Egypt's greatest feat of engineering since the pyramids - the Aswan High Dam which controls the flow of the River Nile and created Lake Nasser, the largest man made lake in the world. Also home to Philae temple, the Unfinished Obelisk and Kitchener Island - the ancient sites of Nubia can be visited, such as Abu Simble Temple - for many visitors the most awe inspiring temple in Egypt. Transfer time from Aswan airport is approximately 20 minutes. Overland transfers from Luxor approximately 3 1/2 hours or guests arriving late into Luxor stay overnight in a Luxor hotel