4-Night, 5-Star Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan

Day 1: Arrive in Luxor, Embark on a Nile Cruise & Visit Karnak and Luxor Temples

1. Luxor
   Pass by
   Your Egyptologist tour guide will pick you up from your chosen location in Luxor (Airport, Hotel, or Train Station)
2. The Karnak Temple
   1h 30m · Admission ticket included
   Your Egyptologist tour guide accompany you to the magnificent Karnak Temples, the largest religious complex ever built in ancient Egypt.
   
   Explore the impressive Great Court before entering the awe-inspiring Great Hypostyle Hall, where 134 massive sandstone columns rise high above, creating the atmosphere of an ancient stone forest. Continue through the vast temple complex to the Sacred Lake, where pharaohs and priests once performed purification rituals before religious ceremonies.
   
   After the guided tour, enjoy some free time to explore the temple complex at your own pace, take photographs, or simply admire the remarkable architecture before continuing to your next destination.
3. Luxor Temple
   1h · Admission ticket included
   Continue to the magnificent Luxor Temple, one of the most impressive monuments of ancient Egypt. Originally connected to Karnak Temple by the three-kilometre-long Avenue of Sphinxes, the temple was primarily built by Amenhotep III and later expanded and embellished by Tutankhamun, Ramses II, and Alexander the Great, each leaving their mark on this remarkable sanctuary.
   
   After your visit, transfer to your Nile Cruise and check in for your 5-day/4-night Nile Cruise. Enjoy a delicious lunch on board, followed by free time to relax and settle into your cabin before your unforgettable journey along the Nile begins.

Day 2: Visit the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple & Sail to Edfu

1. Colossi of Memnon
   15m
   After breakfast on board, cross the Nile River to the West Bank to begin your sightseeing. Your first stop is the Colossi of Memnon, two massive quartzite sandstone statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III. These impressive monuments once stood at the entrance of his vast mortuary temple and remain among the most iconic landmarks of ancient Thebes.
2. Valley of the Kings
   2h · Admission ticket included
   Continue to the Valley of the Kings, the royal burial ground of the ancient pharaohs of Thebes (modern-day Luxor). Explore three of the best-preserved tombs included with your entrance ticket, renowned for their remarkable wall paintings and vibrant colors. As guides are not permitted inside the tombs, your Egyptologist will provide a detailed explanation beforehand, highlighting the history and key features to look for during your visit. If you wish, you may also visit the Tomb of King Tutankhamun for an additional entrance fee, payable on-site.
3. Temple of Hatshepsut
   1h · Admission ticket included
   Continue to the Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari, the magnificent mortuary temple of Egypt's most successful female pharaoh. Set dramatically against towering limestone cliffs, this remarkable colonnaded temple is considered one of the masterpieces of ancient Egyptian architecture.
   
   After your visit, transfer back to your Nile cruise. Enjoy lunch on board before relaxing on deck as your cruise sails through the Esna Lock toward Edfu, taking in the spectacular scenery of the Nile Valley along the way.

Day 3: Edfu and Kom Ombo Temple Excursions with Sailing to Aswan

1. Edfu Temple
   2h · Admission ticket included
   After breakfast on board, enjoy a traditional horse-drawn carriage ride to the impressive Temple of Edfu, one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt. Dedicated to Horus, the falcon-headed god and son of Isis and Osiris, this magnificent Ptolemaic temple was constructed over nearly 180 years and offers remarkable reliefs and inscriptions that bring ancient Egyptian history to life.
   
   After your visit, return to the cruise and continue sailing towards your next destination. Spend the afternoon relaxing on the sundeck as you admire the ever-changing scenery along the Nile, where fertile riverbanks, desert hills, traditional villages, fishermen casting their nets, and farmers tending their fields create an unforgettable glimpse of everyday life in Upper Egypt.
2. Kom Ombo Temple
   1h 30m · Admission ticket included
   In the afternoon, arrive at Kom Ombo and disembark to visit the remarkable Temple of Kom Ombo, beautifully situated on the banks of the Nile. Built during the Ptolemaic period, this unique double temple is dedicated to two gods: Sobek, the crocodile god of fertility, and Haroeris (Horus the Elder), the falcon-headed god. Admire its symmetrical design, impressive columns, and beautifully preserved reliefs that reveal fascinating insights into ancient Egyptian religion and daily life. After your visit, return to your Nile Cruise and continue sailing south toward Aswan.

Day 4: Aswan Nile Cruise Excursions: Felucca Ride & More

1. Unfinished Obelisk
   45m · Admission ticket included
   Breakfast on board. Begin your sightseeing with a visit to the Unfinished Obelisk, located in the ancient granite quarries where many of Egypt's famous obelisks were carved. This remarkable monument offers a fascinating insight into the stone-cutting techniques used by ancient Egyptian craftsmen. Had it been completed, it would have stood approximately 42 metres high and weighed nearly 1,200 tons, making it the largest obelisk ever attempted.
2. Aswan High Dam
   30m · Admission ticket included
   Drive to the Aswan High Dam, one of Egypt’s greatest modern engineering achievements. Constructed in the 1960s, the dam transformed the Nile by controlling its annual floods, generating hydroelectric power, and securing a reliable water supply for the country.
3. Temple of Philae
   2h · Admission ticket included
   Continue by motorboat to the beautiful Philae Temple, located on an island in the Nile between the Old Aswan Dam and the High Dam. Dedicated to the goddess Isis, the temple is one of Egypt's most enchanting ancient monuments. Enjoy a guided walking tour through the temple complex, followed by free time to explore and take photos at your own pace.
   
   Return to your Nile Cruise for lunch on board. In the afternoon, relax on a traditional felucca sailing trip along the Nile, taking in the peaceful scenery and panoramic views of Aswan.
4. Aswan
   1h
   At the scheduled time, meet your Egyptologist guide and transfer to the Nile Corniche in Aswan to board a traditional felucca, Egypt's iconic wooden sailing boat. Enjoy a relaxing sail along the River Nile, passing the scenic Elephantine Island, the lush Botanical Garden, and the beautiful riverbanks. Sit back and experience the timeless charm of sailing powered only by the wind, a tradition that has been part of Egyptian life for thousands of years. After your felucca cruise, return to your Nile cruise for dinner on board and an overnight stay.

Day 5: Cruise Check-Out & Departure Transfer

1. Aswan
   Pass by
   After breakfast, check out and disembark from your Nile Cruise. You will then be transferred to your next destination in Aswan, whether your hotel, Aswan Airport, or the train station.
   
   Optional Tour: Extend your journey with a visit to the magnificent Abu Simbel Temples, available by private vehicle or domestic flight (additional cost).

Pickup details

Your tour guide / driver will pick you up from your location in Luxor.

• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Pick-up and drop-off location in Luxor, including full name and address.
• All travelers are required to provide a copy of their passport.
• Additional supplement applies to guided services provided in languages other than English.