Abu Simbel Tour & 3-Night Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Aswan – Abu Simbel – Nile Cruise Embarkation
1 stop
1
Abu Simbel
Your journey begins with an early morning pickup from your hotel in Aswan for a scenic drive to Abu Simbel. Explore the world-famous temples of Ramses II and Queen Nefertari, carved into solid rock and renowned for their colossal statues and impressive relocation story. After your guided visit, return to Aswan and board your luxury Nile cruise. Enjoy lunch on board, followed by free time to relax and admire the Nile views. Dinner and overnight on board in Aswan.
Admission ticket free
Day 2
Aswan – Kom Ombo – Edfu
3 stops
2
Aswan High Dam
development along the Nile. Located south of Aswan city, the dam was constructed between 1960 and 1970 to control the annual flooding of the Nile, provide electricity, and secure water for agriculture across Egypt. Stretching approximately 3.6 kilometers in length and rising 111 meters high, the dam creates the vast Lake Nasser, one of the largest artificial lakes in the world, extending about 550 kilometers into Sudan. The High Dam plays a crucial role in regulating the Nile’s flow, ensuring a stable water supply throughout the year, and supporting agriculture in areas that were previously prone to drought or flooding.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
3
Temple of Philae
Philae Temple is one of Egypt’s most beautiful and historically significant temples, dedicated to the goddess Isis, the goddess of fertility and magic. Located on Agilkia Island near Aswan, the temple was originally situated on Philae Island but was relocated during the 1960s to save it from the rising waters caused by the construction of the Aswan High Dam. The temple complex showcases ancient Egyptian architecture at its finest, with grand pylons, intricately carved reliefs, and towering columns that tell stories of gods, pharaohs, and sacred rituals. Visitors can marvel at the well-preserved hieroglyphics, depicting mythological scenes and historical events, which provide a fascinating insight into Egypt’s religious and cultural heritag
1 hour • Admission ticket free
4
Temple of Kom Ombo
Kom Ombo Temple is a remarkable and unusual ancient Egyptian temple located in the town of Kom Ombo, along the Nile River between Aswan and Edfu. Unlike most temples in Egypt, Kom Ombo is a double temple, dedicated to two gods: Sobek, the crocodile god of fertility and strength, and Horus the Elder, the falcon-headed god of the sky and protection. This dual dedication makes Kom Ombo truly unique among Egypt’s monumental temples. Constructed during the Ptolemaic period (180–47 BCE), the temple features symmetrical twin structures, including twin entrances, halls, sanctuaries, and chambers, reflecting its dual dedication. Visitors are captivated by the well-preserved reliefs, intricate carvings, and hieroglyphics, which depict religious rituals, offerings, and depictions of ancient medical instruments—some of the earliest known in history.
Admission ticket free
Day 3
Day 3: Edfu – Luxor
2 stops
5
Temple of Horus
Temple of Horus – The Majestic Temple of the Falcon God The Temple of Horus in Edfu is one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt and a magnificent example of Ptolemaic architecture. Dedicated to Horus, the falcon-headed god of the sky and kingship, this temple was built between 237 and 57 BCE and served as a major religious center during ancient times. The temple is remarkable for its immense size and grandeur, with towering pylons, expansive courtyards, hypostyle halls, and richly decorated sanctuaries. Inside, visitors can marvel at the detailed reliefs and hieroglyphics, which depict scenes of Pharaohs offering to Horus, mythological stories, and ritual ceremonies. These carvings are exceptionally well-preserved, providing an authentic glimpse into ancient Egyptian religious practices
1 hour • Admission ticket free
6
Luxor Temple
Luxor Temple, located in the heart of modern Luxor city, is one of Egypt’s most iconic and historically significant temples. Unlike many other temples along the Nile, Luxor Temple was dedicated to the rejuvenation of kingship and the worship of Amun-Ra, the king of the gods, along with his consort Mut and their son Khonsu. The temple was primarily built during the New Kingdom era, with major contributions from Amenhotep III and Ramses II, and it served as a central site for religious festivals, most notably the Opet Festival, which celebrated the divine connection between the pharaoh and Amun-Ra.
1 minute • Admission ticket free
Day 4
Day 4: Luxor – Disembark
4 stops
7
Valley of the Kings
The Valley of the Kings Temple, located on the west bank of the Nile in Luxor, Egypt, refers to the funerary temples associated with the tombs of New Kingdom pharaohs. These temples were built to honor the deceased pharaohs, perform sacred rituals, and ensure their safe journey to the afterlife. Among the most famous is the Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari, an architectural masterpiece nestled against the cliffs overlooking the valley. These temples feature grand terraces, towering columns, and intricately carved walls, displaying scenes of the pharaohs’ divine birth, religious ceremonies, and offerings to the gods. They served as ritual centers where priests conducted ceremonies to maintain the pharaohs’ divine presence and honor the gods associated with life, death, and rebirth.
Admission ticket free
8
Hathor Chapel In Hatshepsut Temple
The Temple of Hatshepsut, also known as Deir el-Bahari, is one of the most stunning and historically significant monuments on the west bank of the Nile in Luxor, Egypt. This temple was built for Queen Hatshepsut, one of ancient Egypt’s most remarkable female pharaohs, to commemorate her reign and serve as a sacred place for her worship after death. Perched against the dramatic cliffs of Deir el-Bahari, the temple is a masterpiece of New Kingdom architecture. Its design features three grand terraces connected by long ramps, lined with colonnades, statues, and beautifully carved reliefs that depict Hatshepsut’s divine birth, her famous expedition to Punt, and offerings to the gods. The temple’s harmonious proportions and its integration with the surrounding cliffs make it one of the most visually striking sites in Egypt.
Admission ticket free
9
Temple of Karnak
Karnak Temple, located on the east bank of the Nile in Luxor, is one of the largest and most awe-inspiring temple complexes in the world. Dedicated primarily to Amun-Ra, the king of the gods, Karnak was built and expanded over more than 2,000 years by successive pharaohs, making it a symbol of religious devotion, political power, and architectural mastery in ancient Egypt. The temple complex is a sprawling labyrinth of massive pylons, grand halls, towering obelisks, and countless statues, stretching over 100 hectares. Its most famous feature is the Great Hypostyle Hall, containing 134 massive columns, some reaching over 21 meters in height, each intricately carved with hieroglyphics and scenes depicting pharaohs making offerings to the gods. Walking through the hall is like stepping into an ancient world of monumental scale and spiritual grandeur.
Admission ticket free
10
Luxor
Disembark after breakfast. Visit the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, and Karnak Temple before final transfer to your hotel or airport.
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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