5-Days Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan Including Abu Simble

Day 1: Arrival & Relaxing on 5-star Nile cruise and Visit Luxor East Bank Side

1. Luxor
   1h
   At 10:00 am, you will be met and assisted by our local representatives to your hotel in Luxor or at Luxor airport and assist you with the transfer to the Nile Cruise, where your journey will begin. Before lunch, you will visit Luxor East Bank Side, Temple of Karnak, which is the largest temple complex ever built, spanning over 2000 years of construction. Later, embark on an excursion to the Luxor Temple where you can admire its beautiful courtyard and the magnificent granite statues of Ramses the Great.
2. The Karnak Temple
   1h 30m · Admission ticket not included
   You will travel to Karnak by either carriage or bus to explore a series of temples constructed during different reigns. Begin your visit with a stroll along the Avenue of Sphinxes, then proceed to the Unfinished Propylon and the Hypostyle Hall with its 134 enormous columns. You will also have the opportunity to view the Obelisks of Queen Hatshepsut and Tutomosis III, the temple of Amon adorned with intricate lotus and papyrus designs, the Granite Scarbeus of Amenophis III, and the Sacred Lake.
3. Luxor Temple
   1h 30m · Admission ticket not included
   you will proceed to visit Luxor Temple where you can witness a combination of ancient Egyptian, Christian, and Islamic features. Marvel at its obelisk and statues before returning to the cruise for dinner on board and overnight stay in Luxor.

Day 2: Hot Air Balloon(Optional Excursion ) & Luxor West Bank

1. Valley of the Kings
   1h 30m · Admission ticket not included
   After enjoying a delightful breakfast on board, you will embark on a tour of the West Bank, which includes visits to the Valley of the Kings, the Colossi of Memnon, and the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at El Deir El Bahari. Your excursion to the Valley of Kings will offer you the opportunity to explore tombs from various dynasties, as well as the impressive Temple of Deir El Bahari.
2. Colossi of Memnon
   30m · Admission ticket included
   On the way back, make a stop at the Colossi of Memnon, two imposing seated statues of Amenophis III that face towards the Nile. These colossal structures are sure to leave a lasting impression.
3. Temple of Hatshepsut
   2h · Admission ticket not included
   Next, you will visit the Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut, also known as the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut. This remarkable temple was built for Hatshepsut, a pharaoh of the Eighteenth Dynasty who passed away in 1458 BC. It is situated below the cliffs at Deir el-Bahari on the west bank of the Nile, near the Valley of the Kings. Enjoy a delectable lunch on board, then set sail towards Esna. You can relax with an afternoon tea. Spend the night on board in Edfu.

Day 3: Edfu. Sail to Kom Ombo

1. Edfu Temple
   2h · Admission ticket not included
   Enjoy a scrumptious breakfast on board before proceeding to visit the Temple of Horus in Edfu. This remarkable temple is dedicated to Horus of Behedet, the lord of Edfu. It is the most renowned monument in Tell Edfu and the finest example of Ptolemaic temple construction in Egypt, known for its completeness and exceptional state of preservation. The temple stretches for over 140m from south to north, encompassing an area of approximately 7000m2.
2. Kom Ombo Temple
   1h 30m · Admission ticket not included
   Indulge in a delectable lunch on board before setting off to explore the Temple of Kom Ombo, shared by the two gods Sobek and Haroeris. This extraordinary temple is dedicated to Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus the Elder. It boasts two identical entrances, hypostyle halls, and sanctuaries, with a symmetrical layout that pays homage to the mythical connection between the two gods. After your visit, enjoy a relaxing afternoon tea before returning to the ship for dinner. Spend the night on board in Kom Ombo.

Day 4: Sail to Aswan - arrival Aswan

1. Aswan High Dam
   1h · Admission ticket not included
   After relishing a delicious breakfast on board, set sail to Aswan and upon arrival, embark on a visit to the High Dam. This rock-fill dam is situated at the northern border of Egypt and Sudan and is fed by the River Nile, with its reservoir forming the magnificent Lake Nasser. The project's construction commenced in 1960 and was completed in 1968, officially inaugurated in 1971. The total investment in the construction of the Aswan High Dam was significant.
2. Temple of Philae
   1h 30m · Admission ticket not included
   The Temple of Philae, dedicated to the goddess Isis, is situated in a picturesque location that has been landscaped to resemble its original site. UNESCO relocated the temple due to the threat posed by the construction of the Aswan Dam.

Day 5: Abu Simbel Temple (Optional Excursion )– transfer

1. Abu Simbel Temple
   7h · Admission ticket not included
   At approximately 5:00, your guide will collect you for a trip to Abu Simbel to explore one of Egypt's most remarkable locations: the rock-cut temples of Abu Simbel. These temples boast a distinctive design and were constructed for King Ramesses 2nd and his cherished Queen Nefertari. You will return to the cruise around noon to retrieve your belongings.
2. Aswan
   30m
   Disembarkation and Transfer back from Aswan to air port or railway.

Pickup details

Meet and assist service upon arrival & departure

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels