3 Days and 2 Nights Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Abu Simbel – Kom Ombo Temples and Check-In
7 stops
1
Aswan
Begin your journey with a private transfer from your Aswan hotel, train station, or airport to embark on a guided tour of the Abu Simbel Temples.
3 hours • Admission ticket free
2
Abu Simbel Temple Complex
Marvel at the grand rock-cut monuments of Ramesses II and his queen Nefertari, carved into cliffs overlooking Lake Nasser. Your Egyptologist guide will explain the historical and cultural significance of these UNESCO World Heritage sites.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
3
Aswan
After the excursion, return to Aswan and board your 5-star Nile cruise.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
4
Aswan
Settle into your cabin and enjoy a freshly prepared lunch onboard.
Admission ticket free
5
Kom Ombo
Sail southward, passing scenic Nile landscapes and riverside villages. Stop at the Kom Ombo
Admission ticket free
6
Temple of Kom Ombo
Kom Ombo Temple, a rare double temple dedicated to Sobek and Horus. Capture photos and learn about its unique dual design.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
7
Edfu
Return to your cruise for dinner, relax on the sun deck, and enjoy onboard entertainment. Overnight onboard as your cruise sails toward Edfu.
Admission ticket free
Day 2
Edfu Temple and Sailing
2 stops
8
Temple of Horus
Upon arrival at Edfu between 7:00 AM and 8:00 AM, your guide will meet you in the ship’s lobby for a memorable excursion. Take a traditional horse-drawn carriage to the magnificent Edfu Temple, one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt, dedicated to the falcon god Horus. Explore its grand halls and sanctuaries while your guide explains the temple’s historical, religious, and cultural significance.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
9
Luxor
Return to the cruise to continue sailing along the Nile. Relax on the sun deck with Egyptian tea, admiring the natural beauty of islands, fields, and traditional Upper Egyptian villages along the riverbanks. Capture photographs of everyday Nile life and take in the serene landscapes. Enjoy lunch and dinner onboard, with the evening free for entertainment or relaxing under the stars. Overnight stay aboard the cruise.
Admission ticket free
Day 3
Luxor – West Bank, East Bank, and Check-Out
5 stops
10
Valley of the Kings
Wake up to the breathtaking city of Luxor, often called the world’s greatest open-air museum. After a hearty breakfast onboard your Nile cruise, disembark to explore the West Bank, home to some of Egypt’s most iconic ancient sites. Begin with the Valley of the Kings, where more than 60 pharaohs were laid to rest in intricately decorated tombs carved deep into the cliffs. Marvel at the vivid hieroglyphics and detailed wall paintings that tell stories of life, death, and the afterlife.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
11
Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el Bahari
Next, visit the stunning Temple of Hatshepsut, an architectural masterpiece built into the cliffs, honoring one of Egypt’s most remarkable female rulers.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
12
Colossi of Memnon
Continue to the Colossi of Memnon, two enormous statues that once guarded the mortuary temple of Amenophis III, offering perfect photo opportunities against the desert backdrop.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
13
Temple of Karnak
Cross the Nile to the East Bank, then visit the vast Karnak Temple Complex, including the majestic Hypostyle Hall, where 134 colossal columns rise dramatically overhead.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
14
Luxor Temple
Explore the magnificent Luxor Temple, with its towering columns and beautifully preserved reliefs.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket not included

Additional info

• 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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