Aswan eSIM
Which eSIM should I buy for Aswan?
Choose the AloOui Egypt eSIM. It starts at $7.56 for 1GB over 7 days and runs on Orange Egypt with 4G/5G where available. Install it before you fly and you're online the moment you land at Aswan International Airport (ASW). The same eSIM covers Egypt, so Luxor, Abu Simbel and Cairo are included.
Extra 20% off orders over $50 — use code EXTRA20 at checkout.
Or buy in the AloOui app:
Aswan eSIM prices
| Plan | Data | Price (USD) | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fixed 1GB / 7 days | 1GB total | $7.56 | A short stopover |
| Fixed 5GB / 30 days | 5GB total | $23.14 | Maps and bookings for a Nile trip |
| Unlimited Essential / 3 days | 1GB/day high-speed, then up to 1.25 Mbps | $23.52 | A packed few days of temples |
| Unlimited Essential / 7 days | 1GB/day high-speed, then up to 1.25 Mbps | $50.05 | Everyday use without counting data |
| Unlimited Plus / 7 days | 2GB/day high-speed, then up to 2 Mbps | $100.10 | Heavy daily use and video |
Prices may change. Always check the product page for the latest prices before purchasing.
Arriving in Aswan
Aswan International Airport (ASW) is about 25 km south-west of the city, across the High Dam. Many visitors arrive instead by Nile cruise from Luxor, which usually takes three or four nights, or by train from Cairo or Luxor.
Data tip: turn on AloOui as you land and send your hotel or cruise boat your arrival time before you leave the terminal.
Where you'll use your data in Aswan
- Philae Temple: the island temple of Isis, reached by motorboat
- Elephantine Island: ancient ruins and the Nilometer in the middle of the river
- The Unfinished Obelisk: a giant obelisk still lying in the granite quarry
- The Nubian villages: colourful houses and guesthouses on the west bank, reached by boat
Abu Simbel
The great temples of Abu Simbel, built by Ramses II, are around 280 km south of Aswan. Most visitors go on an early-morning road trip of around three hours each way, or take a short flight. Twice a year, around 22 February and 22 October, the rising sun lights up the statues in the inner sanctuary.
Data tip: signal can be thin on the desert road, so download offline maps and save your tour pickup details before you leave.
Feluccas on the Nile
A felucca sailing boat at sunset is the classic Aswan experience, passing Kitchener's Island botanical gardens and the Aga Khan Mausoleum on the west bank.
Data tip: agree the price and duration before you board, and share your live location if you're sailing late.
More of Egypt
Sail or take the train north to Luxor, or fly to Cairo. Heading to the coast? See our Hurghada guide.
Set up in 2 minutes
Install the emailed QR code over Wi-Fi before you fly, then turn on AloOui and data roaming when you land. Your plan starts when you connect in Egypt, not when you install. It covers Egypt, from Cairo and Alexandria to Luxor, Aswan and the Red Sea. Contact our support team through the AloOui Help Center.
Aswan eSIM FAQs
Does my eSIM work on a Nile cruise between Luxor and Aswan?
Yes, in the towns and along much of the river. Coverage can be patchy between towns, so save what you need offline.
Will it work at Abu Simbel?
Yes, at the temples. Signal is thinner on the long desert road, so download offline maps first.
Which plan is best for a week on the Nile?
Unlimited Essential for 7 days ($50.05) covers maps, photos and messages every day.
Which network does it use in Egypt?
Orange Egypt, with 4G/5G where available.
Does it include an Egyptian phone number?
No. Your eSIM is data-only, so you call and message through WhatsApp, FaceTime and other apps.
Is there a discount code for Aswan?
Yes. Use code EXTRA20 at checkout for an extra 20% off Egypt eSIM orders of $50 or more.
Ready for Aswan?
From $7.56, instant QR by email, support through the Help Center.
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