Visiting Egypt is not complete without experiencing the classic Nile Cruise between Luxor & Aswan.
If you are looking for something different than the Normal 3 or 4 nights Nile Cruise, then this tour is designed for you from Luxor and Aswan Travel.
It is an ideal way to explore all of the ancient civilization in Luxor, Edfu, Kom Ombu, Aswan in a relaxing way without being rushed or stressed.
Sail the Nile in utmost luxury past historical cities of Luxor, Edfu, Kom Ombo and Aswan and take in the history at its fullest and Combine a week of relaxation and some of the best sightseeing in the world.
Spend 8 days relaxing on a leisurely Nile River cruise from Luxor to Aswan on full board accommodation. Accompanied by your Egyptologist tour guide, you'll explore the wonders of ancient Egypt. All you need do is sit back and enjoy the scenery.
The Nile cruise features a swimming pool with a sun-lounger terrace, opulent lounge and bar, reading areas and a discotheque
You will have the great chance to visit: Luxor Temple, Karnak Temple, Valley of the Kings, The famous Hatshepsut Temple, Colossi of Memnon, Temple of Horus in Edfu, Temple of Kom Ombu, The Great High Dam, The Unfinished Obelisk and The temple of Philae.
Duration | 8 Days |
Destinations | Luxor / Aswan / Luxor |
Tour Availability | Every Day |
Pickup Location | Luxor Airport |
Tour Type | Small Group Tour |
Whenever your arrival time to Luxor city !
Wherever , we will pick you up from ! (Airport, Train Station or your hotel)
you will meet your representative at the agreed pickup location and then you will be transferred to your Nile Cruise by a A/C van.
Our Tour representative will assist you in all the formalities and check in at the cruise and make sure that you get your cabin.
You will have your Lunch in the Cruise.
Later on, you will proceed to visit Temple of Luxor, which was built by one of the kings of the 12th dynasty and completed by the well know king Ramses II. This temple was located in the heart of ancient Thebes and, like Karnak, was dedicated to the main/chief god Amun Re.
After finishing your day tour, you will be transferred back to your ship for rest and refresh
Free Evening in Luxor
The ship will be docked in Luxor without sailing
After sunset, Luxor and Aswan Travel representative will pick you up from your cruise in Luxor, for a fantastic 1 hour show at the great complex of Karnak temples. The show begins as you walk along the avenue of Sphinx stopping at the towering facade into the great court and the awesome hypostyle hall. Walking through the complex a booming Pharaoh’s voice narrates the history of rulers shared in building the largest temple in Egypt, more than 2000 years’ history of construction and various additions left by rulers like; Tutankhamon, Ramses II and Queen Hatshepsut and the Greek and Roman rulers as well. The second part of the Luxor Sound and Light Show at Karnak Temple, starts by finding your seat overlooking the sacred lake, as the complex is illuminated, and the story of Egypt continues. Please note, while the show is suitable for all ages, the ground in and around Karnak is uneven, please where comfortable, flat walking shoes. After ending, you will be transferred back to your ship.
Breakfast on the Nile cruise. After that you will Start your magical tour in Thebes, the sacred land by exploring the west bank of Luxor including Valley of the Kings, which considers as the royal cemetery of the Theban kings and rulers of ancient Egypt, and the place where our Pharaohs were buried. Then proceed to visit Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir El Bahari. This temple is considered as one of the most wonderful examples of the Architecture in ancient Egypt, because it was totally carved inside the mountain. At the end of the tour you will visit Colossi of Memnon, which is belonging to king Amenhotep III.
After that you will return to your ship to have your lunch.
Sail to Esna lock& lunch will be during the sail
arrive, Esna Lock, Sail to Edfu& Dinner
Overnight o board of the Cruise in Edfu
See the sun rise over some of Egypt’s most famous ancient monuments on this exhilarating hot air Luxor balloon ride. After early morning pickup, travel to the west bank of the Nile River, and board a shared balloon basket for a 30- to 45-minute flight. Then, as you ascend, behold the thrilling bird’s-eye views as the sunlight illuminates the temples and mountains below. Gaze down over Karnak, Queen Hatshepsut’s Temple and other monuments, and absorb the peaceful dawn
Breakfast on board the Cruise
Visit the temple of Edfu
Edfu temple
Upper Egyptian site dominated by a large well -Preserved temple, dedicated to the Hawk-God Horus, The Construction of Ptolemaic temple of Horus, which was founded on the site of a much earlier temple, dates to the period between the reigns of Ptolemy the Third (246 B.c), The descriptions on the walls include the Myth of contending of Horus and Seth (Probably performed annually as a religious Drama.
Sail to Kom combo
lunch onboard of the Nile cruise during the sail
Breakfast will be served on board your ship.
Later on, you will join your Egyptologist tour guide to discover the great city of Aswan, including The High Dam, which has been erected by the Egyptian president Gamal Abdel Nasser in 1960 AD to protect Egypt from the Nile flood. After that you will enjoy sailing on the Nile River by a motor boat till reach Agilika Island, where you will visit Temple of Philae, which was erected during the Gaeco-Roman period and was dedicated to goddess Isis (mother of god Horus).
Finally, you will be escorted to visit one of the marvelous sightseeing in Aswan, The Unfinished Obelisk, which was made out of red granite and was dedicated to god Amun Ra.
After finishing your day tour, you will get back to your ship.
Lunch will be served on board
Free afternoon and Evening in Aswan while the Ship is Docked in Aswan.
Breakfast box from your ship & check out. Later on, you will be transferred by A-C van to Abu Simbel. The original site was known as Meha in the ancient times and was first documented in the 18th Dynasty, when Ay and Horemheb had rock-cut chapels hewn in the hills to the south. Upon arrival, you will proceed to visit Abu Simbel Temples, which were built by king Ramses II. The first temple (the biggest one) was built by Ramesses II and being dedicated to the famous god Rahorakhty. While the second temple (the smaller one) was dedicated to king himself and his beautiful wife queen Nefertari. After finishing your day tour, you will drive back toward Aswan (distance takes approx. 03 hrs by car)
Breakfast in your Nile Cruise, later on you will Enjoy your Nubian Village Tour, we will sail on the Nile by a motorboat to the Nubian Village that is located on West Bank of the River Nile in Aswan and just opposite to Soheil Island and near the Aswan Dam passing by the First Cataract of Aswan, this fantastic tour to the Nubian Village lets you meet and impact with a Nubian family and to learn about their simple lifestyle, culture and traditions. After your lunch you will visit the great Botanical Gardens, the entirety of the island is landscaped with rare and exotic plants that were planted there by Lord Horatio Kitchener, who was gifted the island for his service as consul general of Egypt under British control. After finishing your day tours, you will have a relaxation felucca ride on the Nile where you can Enjoy your Felucca ride in Aswan and Take a relaxing ride on an Egyptian sailboat in Aswan and to enjoy the river breeze, a fantastic sailing experience around Elephantine Island
sail to Kom Ombo
Breakfast will be served on board your ship. After that you will join your Egyptologist tour guide to visit one of the most wonderful temples in Egypt, Temple of Kom Ombo, where the two gods Sobek & Haroeris were worshipped for a while. Get back to your ship and enjoy your lunch on the sun deck, watching the unique landscape of the great river Nile
Sail to Luxor
Breakfast at your Nile Cruise
Later on, you will discover the East bank of Luxor including Karnak Temples Complex, which are the largest structures ever build in the history of the mankind. The principal building is that of god Amun Ra, since it was considered the house of god on the earth, the earlier structure date back to the middle kingdom, but there are some references which refer to the earlier buildings as old as the 3rd dynasty.
Disembarkation from your cruise after breakfast. Then our representative will accompany you to Luxor airport to take your flight to Cairo.
5* Nile Cruise for 7 nights
7 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 7 dinners
Prices:
Prices are quoted in US Dollars per person per trip.
Children Policy:
0 - 01.99 Free of Charge
2 - 05.99 pay 25% of tour price
6 - 11.99 pay 50% of tour price
12+ pay full tour price as per adult person.
Notes :
Child pricing applies to children who share rooms with their parents (Max 2 Children in one Room)
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