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About This Tour
Explore the renowned landmarks of southern Egypt on a captivating voyage along one of the world's most celebrated waterways. Embark on a 4-day cruise from Aswan to Luxor, where you'll step ashore for guided tours of the region's most legendary sites. Highlights include Kom Ombo, the Valley of Kings, and Philae Temple. Indulge in delicious onboard meals and enjoy personalized pickup from Aswan airport, train station, or your hotel.
Highlights
- Cruise the Nile with overnights in Aswan, Edfu, and Luxor
- Explore the temples of Philae, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Luxor, and Karnak
- Learn about ancient Egypt from professional Egyptologist guides
- Enjoy a full-board feast, a swimming pool, and ample onboard entertainment
What’s Included
- Breakfast x 3
- Lunch x 3
- Dinner x 3
- 3 Nights accommodation aboard a 5-star Nile cruise.
- English-speaking tour guide specializing in Egyptology.
- Pick up and drop off by air conditioned car.
- All Nile cruise tours as outlined in the itinerary.
- Tipping.
Tour Plan
Expand allCollapse all1: Arrival Transfer to the Nile Cruise and Aswan Sightseeing
Aswan International Airport: 1 hour , Admission is free
A Luxor Nile Cruise representative will greet you at Aswan Airport, the railway station, or your hotel and arrange your transfer via an air-conditioned van to your luxurious 5-star Nile Cruise. Once aboard, you'll check in and enjoy lunch on board.
Aswan High Dam: 2 hours , Admission included
Begin your tour with a visit to the High Dam, constructed in the 1960s to protect Egypt from flooding and generate electricity. The Aswan High Dam, one of the largest embankment dams in the world, spans the Nile in Aswan, Egypt. Built between 1960 and 1970, it was the tallest earthen dam globally upon completion, surpassing the Chatuge Dam in the United States.
Temple of Philae: 3 hours , Admission included
Take a small motorboat to visit the Graeco-Roman Temple dedicated to the goddess Isis. Afterward, return to your cruise for dinner, a folkloric show, and an overnight stay.
2: Abu Simbel Temples and Kom Ombo Temple
Abu Simbel Temple Complex: 7 hours , Admission included
Located in southern Egypt, near the border with Sudan, the Abu Simbel Temples were originally carved out of the mountainside during the reign of Pharaoh Ramesses II in the 13th century BCE. These temples were built to commemorate Ramesses II and his queen, Nefertari, and to demonstrate the power and grandeur of his reign. The larger temple is dedicated to the gods Amun, Ra-Horakhty, and Ptah, as well as to the deified Ramesses himself, while the smaller temple is dedicated to the goddess Hathor and Queen Nefertari. One of the most remarkable features of the Abu Simbel Temples is the bi-annual solar alignment phenomenon, where the rising sun illuminates the inner sanctum of the Great Temple, highlighting the statues of the gods seated inside.
Temple of Kom Ombo: 2 hours , Admission included
Situated on a scenic bend of the Nile River, the Kom Ombo Temple is unique in its dedication to two different gods: Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus, the falcon-headed god. This double dedication is reflected in the temple's symmetrical design, with duplicate courts, halls, and sanctuaries. Built during the Ptolemaic dynasty between 180 and 47 BCE, the temple was also used in later periods by the Romans. Notably, Kom Ombo features well-preserved reliefs and carvings that provide insight into ancient Egyptian religion and medicine, including depictions of surgical instruments and medical procedures. The nearby Crocodile Museum showcases crocodile mummies and artifacts related to the worship of Sobek, adding another layer of interest to this unique site.
3: Visit Edfu Temple, then proceed to Luxor and explore Luxor Temple.
Temple of Horus: 7 hours , Admission included
After breakfast, enjoy a horse carriage ride with your tour guide to visit the Temple of Horus at Edfu, renowned as the most complete and best-preserved temple in Egypt. Afterward, return to the cruise and relax on deck, taking in the unique landscape and beautiful scenery of the Nile River as you sail towards Luxor. Cross the Esna Lock and have lunch on board. In the afternoon, savor tea on the sundeck.
Luxor Temple: 3 hours , Admission included
Late in the afternoon, arrive at your cruise dock and transfer to the Luxor Temple on the East Bank of Luxor. Here, you will explore the blend of ancient Egyptian, Christian, and Islamic features. Enjoy dinner on board, followed by a belly dancing show. Overnight stay in Luxor. Note: If you arrive at the Luxor dock by 3:00 or 3:30 PM, there will be time to visit both the Karnak and Luxor Temples.
4: Hot Air Balloon Ride, Luxor Tours, and Departure
Hot Air Balloons Luxor: 45 minutes , Admission included
Departure is scheduled for approximately 5:00 am for an unforgettable 30 to 45-minute Hot Air Balloon flight over Luxor's west bank. Take in panoramic views of the landscape and iconic landmarks from the air.
Colossi of Memnon: 30 minutes, Admission is free
The Colossi of Memnon are two massive stone statues of the Pharaoh Amenhotep III, which stand at the front of the ruined Mortuary Temple of Amenhotep III, the largest temple in the Theban Necropolis
Valley of the Kings: 2 hours , Admission included
After enjoying breakfast and checking out, begin your unforgettable day with a drive to the West Bank. There, you'll explore the Valley of the Kings, where pharaohs of the New Kingdom carved their tombs into the mountains, seeking to safeguard their treasures and protect their mummies.
Temple of Hatshepsut: 1 hour , Admission included
Explore the Mortuary Temple of the renowned Queen Hatshepsut at El Deir El Bahari, where you'll uncover the beauty of her temple and the intriguing story of her reign alongside her nephew. Conclude your West Bank tour with a photo opportunity in front of the towering statues of Memnon. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant (optional).
Temple of Karnak: 2 hours , Admission included
Explore the Mortuary Temple of the renowned Queen Hatshepsut at El Deir El Bahari, where you'll uncover the beauty of her temple and the intriguing story of her reign alongside her nephew. Conclude your West Bank tour with a photo opportunity in front of the towering statues of Memnon. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant (optional).