It is difficult to imagine a more idyllic spot than Egypt's most southerly town of Aswan. With its row of waterfront shops, congenial climate and friendly outgoing people the little town has an appealing and gentle charm all its own. A noted winter resort, Aswan is most attractively approached by The Nile Cruiser from the ancient city of Luxor.

Just beyond Aswan lies Abu Simbel, one of Egypt's greatest monuments. The colossal temple, built in 1300 BC, was plucked bodily from the rising waters behind the Aswan dam in 1963 and rebuilt stone by stone above the high water mark. It took over five years to reconstruct and the temple remains today an extraordinary symbol of devoted care and attention to detail.

Caring is a way of life in Aswan and nowhere more so than at the Aswan Oberoi where the famous health Spa attracts almost as many visitors as the temples of ancient Nubia.

Barely an hour's flight from Cairo or a leisurely four-day trip by the Nile Cruiser from Luxor, the Aswan Oberoi is one of Egypt's most sought-after retreats. Quietly secluded among the gardens of Elephantine Island, the luxuriously appointed resort hotel and its gracious staff have restored hotel and its gracious staff have restored many a guest to health and vigor.

The dry climate and magnificent Nile location, the golden desert sands and the extraordinary sense of Egypt's ancient past induce a deep restorative calm that has to be experienced to be believed.

The beautiful furnishings, relaxed atmosphere and superb recreation and health facilities at the Spa make the transformation complete.

Facilities & Restaurants:

• THE ORANGERY: Modern style, green and white decor, Indian and Continental cuisine, diet menu available. Open: 24 hours; Seats: 220.

• THE NASHWA: Traditional style, gold and maroon decor. French cuisine, silver service. Opening hours: 7:00pm - 11:00pm; Seats: 110.

• LA PERLA: Italian decor, modern style, Italian cuisine. Opening hours: 12 noon - 03:00pm and 07:00 - 11:00pm; Seats:100.

• THE PERGOLA: Pool side coffee shop, outdoor; Continental, Oriental cuisine, Barbecue and Indian specialties, diet menu available. Opening hours: 9:00am - 6:00pm; Seat:80.

• Disco.

• THE ELEPHANTINE BAR : Traditional style, maroon decor, wooden paneling, 24 hours; Seat:60.

• THE TOWER BAR : 12th floor with wrap-around glazing, panoramic view of the Nile river and Aswan. (Under renovation).

• Every one of the 190 rooms, 38 duplexes and 8 villas at the Aswan Oberoi has been designed for peaceful relaxation.

• Comfortably furnished and tastefully decorated in soft muted tones, each room leads out onto its own private balcony with dramatic views of the Nile and the desert beyond.

• Each room has individually controlled air conditioning, direct-dial telephones and fully marbled bathrooms en-suite, complete with personal toiletry and individual bathrobes.

• The magnificent duplex suites are located on two levels with separate sleeping and living/dining areas.

• And beyond the main hotel are 8 exclusive villas each leading to its own private garden.

• Room and valet service are provided round the clock.

• The Aswan Oberoi's dramatic island location and reputation for first class service and organization makes it the ideal spot for meetings and conferences.

• Elegant function rooms provide the perfect setting for banquets or meetings and for seminars the hotel can provide audio-visual aids, projector and secretarial services. There is also a car park and a travel desk.

• Even the toughest conference is not all work, however, and the magnificent outdoor pool and recreation facilities at the Aswan Oberoi make it especially attractive. The hotel also has a shopping arcade and for the keen outdoor type, there are opportunities for sailing.

• An outstanding feature of the Aswan Oberoi is the magnificent health Spa with its emphasis on rest and rejuvenation.

• There is a gymnasium with professional instructors, jogging trails, tennis and swimming, steam and massage rooms, saunas, whirlpool baths and a bracing chill pool.

• Outdoors, there is the famous "sand-pit", a soothing traditional remedy for muscular aches and pains and rheumatic problems. And for lumbago sufferers there is a clinic offering specialized treatment and therapeutic massage.

• During breaks from treatment, guest can enjoy fresh fruit juices and light snacks in the Lounge.

• Non Smoking Rooms: YES.

• Room Service: 24 hours.

• Rooms with connecting doors: No (Suites and villas only).

• Family rooms available: Yes, 38 suites and 16 half villas.

• Parking lot: 10 spaces (free of charge).

• 3 outdoor swimming pool.

• 1 outdoor tennis courts with floodlights.

• Jogging track.

• Babysitter.

• Wheelchair.

• Doctor/Medical Facilities.

• Valet service.

• Safe deposit box.

• Facsimile.

• Air-conditioning.

• Minibar.

• Radio.

• Color TV/remote control.

• Satellite/Channels.

• Dressing room.

• Smoke detectors.

• 24 hours on-site security.

• The hotel is a US government fire safety approved hotel.

• Hairdresser/Barber.

• Newsagent/ Books.

• Souvenir shop.

• Tobacco shop.

• Bank.

• From 2 until 12 years, 1/2 price of adult if sharing with Parents . Under 2 years - free.

• 20 Euro extra bed supplement.

• Prices include breakfast and all taxes.

• Standard Check In from 1400 hrs / Check Out latest 1200 hrs.

• Payment condition is 2 weeks prior arrival.

• Unfortunately these rates are not valid for the Gulf and Arab market.

• Unfortunately these rates are not valid Corporate rate.