Overview
Discover the most fascinating historical temples in Luxor and Aswan, dedicated to Pharaoh Ramses II and his beloved wife, Queen Nefertari. Enjoy a full board accommodation on a Nile Cruise for Four Days – Three Nights from Aswan to Luxor.
Itinerary
This Trip is available every day of the week apart from Mondays
Title: Day 1 – Aswan Highlights & Embark on Your Nile Cruise
Description:
Upon arrival in Aswan, you'll be met by your professional Egyptologist guide and transferred to your 5-star Nile cruise for check-in.
Your sightseeing begins with a visit to the Aswan High Dam, one of Egypt's greatest engineering achievements, followed by the fascinating Unfinished Obelisk, where you can learn about ancient stone-cutting techniques.
After lunch, continue to the beautiful Temple of Philae, dedicated to the goddess Isis. Located on Agilkia Island, this magnificent temple was relocated by UNESCO to protect it from the rising waters of Lake Nasser.
Return to your cruise for dinner and an overnight stay in Aswan.
Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Title: Day 2 – Sail to Kom Ombo
Description:
Enjoy breakfast on board as your cruise sails along the Nile.
Visit the remarkable Temple of Kom Ombo, uniquely dedicated to two gods—Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus the Elder. Explore its symmetrical design, twin sanctuaries, and fascinating ancient carvings.
After the tour, return to the cruise and continue sailing toward Edfu while relaxing on the sun deck.
Enjoy lunch, dinner, and an overnight stay on board.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Title: Day 3 – Edfu Temple & Gebel El Silsila
Description:
After breakfast, arrive in Edfu to visit the magnificent Temple of Horus, one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt. Admire its impressive entrance, towering columns, and detailed reliefs depicting the battle between Horus and Seth.
Return to the cruise for lunch before sailing to Gebel El Silsila, the ancient sandstone quarries that supplied stone for many of Egypt's famous temples.
After exploring this historic site, continue sailing toward Luxor.
Dinner and overnight aboard your Nile cruise.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Title: Day 4 – Explore Luxor & Departure
Description:
After breakfast and check-out, begin your guided tour of Luxor's incredible ancient monuments.
Visit the legendary Valley of the Kings, home to the royal tombs of the New Kingdom pharaohs, including the famous tomb of Tutankhamun.
Continue to the magnificent Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, one of Egypt's most impressive architectural masterpieces, followed by a stop at the Colossi of Memnon, two massive statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III.
After lunch at a local restaurant, visit the spectacular Karnak Temple Complex, the largest religious complex ever built in ancient Egypt.
At the end of your tour, you'll be transferred to Luxor Airport or the railway station for your onward journey.
Meals: Breakfast
Includes/Excludes
Cost Includes
- Airport pick up and drop off service.
- Accommodation for 3 nights on a 5-star cruise with full board.
- Entrance fees to the sites mentioned in the itinerary.
- Meals mentioned in the itinerary.
- Egyptological guide
- All transfers by private air-conditioned vehicle.
- Taxes and charges.
Cost Excludes
- The entry visa to Egypt.
- International Flights
- Optional excursions.
- The Tips.
- Personal expenses.