5-Day Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan.

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Upon arrival in Luxor, meet your professional Egyptologist guide and begin your unforgettable journey through ancient Egypt.

Visit the legendary Valley of the Kings, the royal burial site of the New Kingdom pharaohs, including the famous tomb of Tutankhamun. Continue to the magnificent Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, an architectural masterpiece built into the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari.

Stop at the impressive Colossi of Memnon, two giant statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III that have stood for over 3,000 years.

After lunch at a local restaurant, explore the spectacular Karnak Temple Complex, the largest religious site ever constructed in ancient Egypt.

Transfer to your luxurious 5-star Nile cruise for embarkation, dinner, and an overnight stay in Luxor.

Meals Included: Lunch & Dinner

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Enjoy breakfast on board as your cruise begins sailing south along the Nile River.

Relax on the sun deck while passing through the famous Esna Lock, where you can watch the fascinating process of raising and lowering the water level for passing ships.

Spend the afternoon enjoying the cruise's facilities as you sail toward Edfu.

Dinner and overnight aboard your Nile cruise.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

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After breakfast, visit the magnificent Temple of Horus at Edfu, one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt. Dedicated to the falcon god Horus, the temple features towering columns, detailed carvings, and fascinating inscriptions.

Return to the cruise and continue sailing to Kom Ombo.

In the afternoon, explore the unique Temple of Kom Ombo, dedicated to two gods—Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus the Elder. Learn about ancient Egyptian medicine, religion, and mythology while admiring the temple's symmetrical design.

Continue sailing toward Aswan.

Dinner and overnight aboard the cruise.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

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Following breakfast, begin your guided tour of Aswan's most famous attractions.

Visit the impressive Aswan High Dam, one of Egypt's greatest modern engineering achievements, offering breathtaking views over Lake Nasser.

Continue to the Unfinished Obelisk, where you'll discover how ancient Egyptians carved massive granite monuments.

After lunch, enjoy a scenic boat ride to the beautiful Temple of Philae, dedicated to the goddess Isis. This UNESCO-protected temple was carefully relocated to Agilkia Island after the construction of the High Dam.

Return to your cruise for dinner and your final overnight stay on board.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

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Enjoy your final breakfast on board before checking out of your Nile cruise.

Depending on your departure schedule, you will be transferred to Aswan Airport or Aswan Railway Station for your onward journey.

Leave with unforgettable memories of Egypt's timeless monuments, breathtaking Nile scenery, and rich ancient history.

Meals Included: Breakfast