5-Day Cruise from Luxor to Aswan, free Visit Abu Simbel

Luxor, Egypt
Duration5 days
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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LanguagesGerman, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
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Overview

5-day luxurious Nile River cruise, journeying serenely from the historic city of Luxor to the captivating beauty of Aswan. This meticulously crafted itinerary invites you to unwind completely, with all-inclusive accommodation and a delightful full board basis, ensuring every meal is a culinary pleasure. Throughout your voyage, a highly knowledgeable Egyptologist tour guide will accompany you, bringing the awe-inspiring wonders of ancient Egypt to life with fascinating insights and historical context at each iconic site. From the majestic temples of Karnak and Luxor to the Valley of the Kings, every discovery is made effortless. As a special highlight, enjoy a complimentary visit to the magnificent Abu Simbel temples, an unparalleled marvel of ancient engineering. All you need to do is recline, soak in the breathtaking Nile scenery, and let the timeless allure of Egypt unfold before you, creating memories to cherish for a lifetime."

What's included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • 4-nights accommodation
  • Lunch
  • Accommodation included: 4 nights at 5 Stars Nile Cruise Boat
  • All Taxes And Service Charge
  • Dinner
  • Breakfast
  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan during cairo tours
  • Qualified Egyptologist guide
  • Entrance Fees
  • Tipping

What to expect

Day 1: Luxor West Bank Valley of The Kings and Hatshbsut Temple and Colossi of Memnon
  1. Valley of the Kings
    2h · Admission ticket not included
    The Valley of the Kings, also known as "The Valley of the Kings", is a valley in Egypt that was used for 500 years during the period between the sixteenth and eleventh centuries BC to construct tombs for the pharaohs and nobles of the modern state extending during the eighteenth dynasties to the twentieth dynasty in ancient Egypt. The valley on the west bank of the Nile River facing Thebes (Luxor now) in the heart of the ancient funerary city of Thebes. The Valley of the Kings is divided into two valleys; The Eastern Valley (where most of the royal tombs are located) and the Western Valley.

    And with the discovery of the last burial chamber in 2006, known as (Cemetery 63), in addition to the discovery of two other entrances to the same chamber during 2008.
  2. Temple of Hatshepsut
    1h 30m · Admission ticket not included
    The Temple of Hatshepsut or the mortuary temple of Hatshepsut is a temple from the Eighteenth Dynasty of Egypt, and the best remaining temples were built about 3500 years ago in Deir el-Bahari, Egypt. It was built by Queen Hatshepsut on the west bank of the Nile opposite to Thebes (the capital of ancient Egypt and the seat of the Amun worship) (Luxor today). The Temple of Hatshepsut is distinguished by its unique architectural design, in comparison to the Egyptian temples that were built on the eastern bank of the Nile at Thebes. The temple consists of three successive floors with open terraces. The temple was built of limestone, and in front of the second floor columns were erected limestone statues of the god Osiris and Queen Hatshepsut in a beautiful distribution. Originally those statues were colored, and now only traces of the colors remain
  3. Colossi of Memnon
    30m · Admission ticket included
    The Colossi of Memnon statue, meaning a colossal colossus, known locally as (Al-Kulsat or Salamat), is two huge statues, built around the year 1350 BC, which are all that remains of a temple built in memory of Pharaoh Amenhotep III, who ruled Egypt, during the Eighteenth Dynasty, is located in the funerary city of Thebes, located west of the Nile River from the present-day city of Luxor.
Day 2: East Bank Sights Of Luxor
  1. The Karnak Temple
    2h · Admission ticket not included
    Karnak you visit what is considered to be one of the world's greatest architectural masterpieces, namely the complex of Karnak Temples on the East Bank of Luxor. Karnak is a complex of temples built in different reigns, starting with the Avenue of Sphinxes, the Hypostyle Hall with its 134 gigantic columns, the Obelisks of Queen Hatshepsut and Tutomosis I, the Temple of Amon adorned with lotus and papyrus designs, the Granite Scarbeus of Amenophis III and the Sacred Lake. Karnak beats every other pharaonic monument: it is simply one of the most beautiful ancient monuments in Egypt.
  2. Luxor Temple
    1h 30m · Admission ticket not included
    Luxor Temple, which is dedicated to the Theben Triad of Amun-Ra, Mut and Khonsu. There you will see the granite statues of Ramses the Great. These ancient temples are a must-see for Luxor travelers.
  3. Avenue of Sphinxes
    10m · Admission ticket included
    Avenue of Shoinxes ,Spectacular avenue stretched from Luxor to Karnak, a distance of 3 kms. Today, its only a few hundred metres long but its very impressive.this avenue used to conect the Karnak templo and the Luxor templo.A six miles avenue with sphinxes in both sides of it.
Day 3: Temple of Horus in Edfu & Kom Ombo Temple
  1. Edfu Temple
    2h · Admission ticket not included
    After breakfast you will be taken to see the Temple of Horus in Edfu, which is dedicated to Horus, the falcon-headed god. This relatively young pharaonic temple is well-preserved and therefore very impressive. Afterwards,
  2. Kom Ombo Temple
    1h · Admission ticket not included
    Kom Ombo you will visit the Temple of Kom Ombo, which is dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek. After this temple you will have lunch on board as the ship sails toward Aswan. Overnight in Aswan
Day 4: Great Abu Simbel Temples
  1. Abu Simbel Temple
    7h · Admission ticket not included
    Early in the morning you will enjoy a guided tour of Abu Simbel Temple. After coming back from Abu Simbel you will be transferred back to the cruise ship for lunch, where you can also enjoy cruise activities and dinner in the evening. You spend the night on board in Aswan
Day 5: Temple Of Philae and Aswan High Dam
  1. Temple of Philae
    2h · Admission ticket not included
    After breakfast on board, you will check out at 8am. Then you begin a guided day tour, starting with a boat trip to the Temple of Philae, which was built in honor of goddess Isis. After this visit you will go to the High Dam that is situated across the
  2. Aswan High Dam
    1h 30m · Admission ticket not included
    After this visit you will go to the High Dam

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

We will pick you up from Luxor airport or any hotel in Luxor

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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