Standard Nile Cruise 5 days from Luxor to Aswan

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Temples of Karnak and Luxor
3 stops
1
Luxor
Morning: Arrival and Boarding 10:00 AM: Meet and greet by our local representatives at your hotel in Luxor or at Luxor airport. Transfer to your Nile Cruise and board before lunch.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
2
Luxor Temple
Afternoon: Exploring the Temples: Luxor Temple: Marvel at its grand courtyard and the impressive granite statues of Ramses the Great.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
3
Temple of Karnak
Temple of Karnak: Travel by carriage or bus to this vast complex of temples built across different reigns. Begin at the Avenue of Sphinxes, then explore the Unfinished Propylon, the Hypostyle Hall with its 134 gigantic columns, the Obelisks of Queen Hatshepsut and Tuthmosis III, and the temple of Amun adorned with lotus and papyrus designs. Don't miss the Granite Scarab of Amenhotep III.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
Day 2
The West Bank Wonders
4 stops
4
Valley of the Kings
Valley of the Kings: Delve into the history of ancient Egypt by exploring the tombs of various dynasties. This remarkable necropolis is home to the final resting places of many pharaohs, including the famous tomb of Tutankhamun. Each tomb is richly decorated with vibrant wall paintings and hieroglyphics that narrate the journey to the afterlife.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
5
Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el Bahari
Temple of Queen Hatshepsut: Visit the magnificent temple at El Deir El Bahari, a testament to the reign of one of Egypt’s most successful pharaohs. This stunning terraced structure is built into the cliffs, offering a striking blend of natural and architectural beauty. The temple's colonnaded design and intricate carvings celebrate Hatshepsut’s achievements and divine birth.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
6
Colossi of Memnon
Colossi of Memnon: Stand in awe before the two giant statues of Amenhotep III, which majestically face the Nile. These imposing figures, each over 18 meters tall, have guarded the entrance to the pharaoh’s mortuary temple for millennia and remain a symbol of ancient Egyptian grandeur.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
7
Esna
Afternoon: Sail to Esna Sailing: Head towards Esna, enjoying afternoon tea on the way.
6 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 3
Temples of Horus and Kom Ombo
2 stops
8
Temple of Horus
Temple of Horus: Visit this well-preserved ancient temple in Edfu. Afternoon: Sail to Kom Ombo
3 hours • Admission ticket not included
9
Temple of Kom Ombo
Temple of Kom Ombo: Explore the unique temple shared by the gods Sobek and Haroeris. Afternoon Tea: Relax with a traditional tea.
3 hours • Admission ticket not included
Day 4
Aswan’s Highlights
2 stops
10
Aswan High Dam
Morning: Sailing to Aswan, Breakfast on Board High Dam: Visit this modern marvel of engineering, completed in 1970. The High Dam controls the flooding of the Nile, provides irrigation water, and generates hydroelectric power, significantly contributing to Egypt's development.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
11
Temple of Philae
Temple of Philae: Discover this stunning temple dedicated to the goddess Isis. Located on an island in the Nile, the Temple of Philae is renowned for its beautiful architecture and exquisite reliefs, which tell the story of Isis and Osiris. The temple was meticulously relocated to its current location to save it from the rising waters caused by the construction of the High Dam.
4 hours • Admission ticket not included
Day 5
Abu Simbel
2 stops
12
Abu Simbel
Abu Simbel: Explore the colossal temples built by Ramses II, including the Great Temple and the smaller temple dedicated to his wife Nefertari. Marvel at these monumental structures carved out of a sandstone cliff and saved from the Nile’s inundation.
8 hours • Admission ticket free
13
Aswan
Return to Aswan and Transfer After visiting Abu Simbel, return to Aswan. You will then be transferred to the airport or any other desired location, ensuring a smooth and convenient end to your journey.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• 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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