4 Days 3 Nights Dahabiya Nile River Cruise from Aswan to Luxor

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Embarkation in Dahabiya and Explore Aswan Attractions
3 stops
1
Aswan High Dam
It is Recommended to arrive to Aswan early morning (before 9.00 a.m.) Begin your day with a warm welcome from your Etro Tours guide and driver at the pickup location in Aswan. Board your comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle and set off on a journey to the Aswan Sightseeing. Morning tour to the beautiful city of Aswan Aswan High Dam Your first stop is the Aswan High Dam, an engineering marvel completed in the 1960s. The dam, which controls the flow of the Nile River and generates hydroelectric power, is a vital part of Egypt's infrastructure. As you stand on the dam, take in the impressive views of Lake Nasser on one side and the Nile River on the other.
30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
2
Philae Timple
Temple of Philae Next, proceed to the Temple of Philae, one of the most beautiful temples in Egypt, dedicated to the goddess Isis. The temple complex was relocated to Agilkia Island to save it from the rising waters of the Nile after the construction of the Aswan High Dam. Take a short, scenic boat ride to the island, where you'll be greeted by the majestic sight of the temple rising from the water. After doing the tours of Aswan, you will be transferred to the Dahabiya for Embarkation & Check in.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
3
Temple of Kom Ombo
Sail to Kom Ombo & afternoon tour of Kom Ombo Temple After Embarkation, sail in the early afternoon towards Kom Ombo. Enjoy the scenic views of the Nile River as you glide along its tranquil waters. Temple of Kom Ombo Disembark from your Dahabiya upon arrival at Kom Ombo. Visit the unique Temple of Kom Ombo, dedicated to two gods: Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus the Elder, the falcon-headed god. This symmetrical temple features twin entrances, halls, and sanctuaries for each deity.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
Day 2
Visit Edfu Temple and Sail To Kom Ombo
2 stops
4
Temple of Horus
The Temple of Horus is an ancient Egyptian temple located in Edfu, Egypt. It is one of the best preserved temples in Egypt and was dedicated to the falcon god Horus. The temple was built during the Ptolemaic dynasty (305–30 BC) and was completed during the reign of Ptolemy III (246–222 BC). The temple is a large structure with two courtyards, a hypostyle hall, and a sanctuary. It features many reliefs depicting scenes from the life of Horus, as well as other gods and goddesses. The temple also contains several statues of Horus, including one that is over 10 meters tall.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
5
The golden chain of Mountain the immortal place of rowing can be found between Edfu temple and the north side of Kom Ombo temple, Just 65 km in the north of Aswan. It used to be a highly famous quarry location located on both sides of the Nile River from the 18th Dynasty of the New Kingdom (1550 - 1070 BC) to construct some of the most legendary construction of that era.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
Day 3
Explore Kom Ombo Temple and Sail to Aswan
1 stop
6
Temple of Kom Ombo
The Temple of Kom Ombo is a stunning Greco-Roman double temple dedicated to both the gods Sobek and Horus. Built during the Ptolemaic period between 180 and 47 BC, the temple is unique in its construction, featuring two separate entrances, two courtyards, two hypostyle halls, and two sanctuaries. Its walls feature carvings of hieroglyphs, gods, and mythical creatures. The temple was a site of great religious significance and would have been visited by pilgrims and travelers from all over Egypt to pay tribute to the gods. Today, the Temple of Kom Ombo is a popular tourist attraction and a reminder of the grandeur of ancient Egypt.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
Day 4
Explore Aswan Attractions
3 stops
7
Aswan High Dam
The Aswan High Dam is a rock-fill embankment dam located in Aswan, Egypt. It was built between 1960 and 1970 and was officially inaugurated in 1971. The dam is located on the Nile River and is one of the large
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
8
Unfinished Obelisk
The Unfinished Obelisk is an ancient, incomplete, and abandoned granite obelisk located in the northern region of Aswan, Egypt. Although the obelisk is unfinished, it is still an impressive structure, measuring some 42 meters in length and weighing over 1150 tons.The Unfinished Obelisk is an example of how ancient Egyptians sought to create impressive and impressive structures from large chunks of granite. Its size and complexity of design reflect the skill and ingenuity of the ancient Egyptian builders. Despite the fact that it was never completed, the Unfinished Obelisk still stands today as a reminder of the grandeur of ancient Egyptian architecture.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
9
Temple of Philae
The Temple of Philae is a stunning edifice dedicated to the goddess Isis, located in an idyllic setting in Aswan, Egypt.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included

Additional info

• Wheelchair accessible
• 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
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

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