4 Days Nile Cruise; Aswan to Luxor with Abu Simbel & Hot Balloon

5.0 (10 reviews) Aswan, Egypt
Duration4 days
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 30 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Sail down one of the world's most famous waterways as you discover top attractions in southern Egypt. During this 4-days cruise from Aswan to Luxor, you'll disembark for guided visits to the region's most iconic sites, including Abu Simbel, Edfu, Kom Ombo, the Valley of Kings, Karnak and Luxor Temples and Philae Temple.

What's included

  • Guided tour and visit to all mentioned sites and temples
  • All transfers by A-C vehicles with qualified driver (s)
  • Tour Guide during all visits
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Breakfast
  • 03 nights’ accommodation on board 5* Nile cruise
  • Pick up and Drop off
  • Sharing a small group to Abu Simbel with English Speaking tour guide
  • All local taxes and services
  • All Entrance Fees
  • Any other service not mentioned
  • Tipping (Recommended)
  • Hot Air Balloon ride over Luxor Sky

What to expect

Day 1: Arrival and Transfer to Cruise Boat
  1. Aswan
    Pass by
    Our licensed tour guide will meet and assist you at Aswan Airport, railway station or hotel to be transferred by A/C van to your 5 star Nile Cruise to check in before lunch. Have lunch on board.
  2. Aswan High Dam
    30m · Admission ticket not included
    Then, start your tour by visiting the High Dam; achieved in 1960 to protect Egypt from the flood and generate electric.
  3. Temple of Philae
    2h · Admission ticket not included
    Proceed to visit the Graeco Roman Temple dedicated to goddess Isis using a small motorboat to get there. Later on, return back to your cruise for Dinner, folkloric show and Overnight
Day 2: Abu Simbel Temple & Navigation to Kom Ombo Temple
  1. Abu Simbel Temple
    9h · Admission ticket not included
    Around 4:30, your guide will pick you up for Abu Simbel trip (sharing a small group). Arrive around 8 am, to visit one of the most impressive places in Egypt; the rock-cut temples of Abu Simbel with their unique design built for King Ramses II and his beloved Queen Nefertari. Back to the Cruise by noon to have your lunch and sailing heading to Kom Ombo city.
  2. Kom Ombo Temple
    1h 30m · Admission ticket not included
    Arrive at Kom Ombo city where to visit the dual temple of Sobek, the crocodile God and Horus, the falcon God. Back to the cruise and have dinner. Continue sailing to Edfu for overnight.
Day 3: Edfu Temple & Arrive Luxor (visit Luxor Temple)
  1. Edfu Temple
    2h · Admission ticket not included
    After your breakfast, experience Horse Carriage ride with your tour guide to visit the temple of Horus at Edfu which is considered to be the most complete and the best preserved of all the Egyptian temples. Return to the cruise.Relax on deck watching the unique landscape and admire the beautiful scenery of the Nile River while sailing to Luxor. Cross Esna Lock. Lunch on board. Afternoon tea on sundeck
  2. Luxor Temple
    2h · Admission ticket not included
    Late in the afternoon, arrive at your cruise dock, to be transferred to enjoy Luxor temple on the East bank of Luxor, where ancient Egyptian, Christian and Islamic features are exhibited. Dinner on board with belly dancing show and Overnight in Luxor

    Note: if your arrival at Luxor dock by 3:00 or 3:30 pm, then we have chance to visit both Karnak and Luxor Temples.
Day 4: Balloon Ride, Luxor Tour & departure transfer
  1. Colossi of Memnon
    3h · Admission ticket not included
    Optional Tour (With Extra Charge):
    Begin around 5:00 am pick up for the incredible trip of 30 to 45 minutes Hot Air Balloon flight over the west bank of Luxor and enjoy an aerial view of the country's landscape and famous landmarks. Enjoy the sunrise illuminating the sky of the open air museum city (Luxor) over the great temples and mountains below.
  2. Valley of the Kings
    2h · Admission ticket not included
    Breakfast and check out to start your unforgettable day by driving to the West Bank to visit the Valley of the Kings, where the pharaohs from the New kingdom carved their tombs in the mountains aiming to hide their treasure and protect their mummies.
  3. Temple of Hatshepsut
    1h 30m · Admission ticket not included
    Then, to the Mortuary temple of the famous queen Hatshepsut at El Deir El Bahari, discover her beautiful temple and her attractive story with her nephew. End your tour in the West Bank by a photo stop in front of the gigantic statues of Memnon. Lunch time in a local restaurant (optional)
  4. The Karnak Temple
    2h · Admission ticket not included
    Back to the East Bank to see the largest temple ever; Karnak Temple built through 2000 years, covering an area of about 63 acres. Have nice pics between its huge pillars and obelisks.

    Finally, transfer to Luxor Hotel, Airport or Railway station. (Around 3:00 to 4:00 pm)

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

We pick up all travelers

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Not recommended for people with Seasickness
  • We can accommodate dietary needs such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc. If you have dietary requirements. Please kindly indicate it to the special requirements at the time of booking. "

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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