Luxor to Aswan: 5-Day Private Luxury Nile Journey

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Day 1: Luxor East Bank Exploration
3 stops
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Luxor
Your adventure begins the moment you arrive at Luxor Airport, where a friendly representative greets you with a warm smile and escorts you to your luxurious Nile cruise ship. As you step aboard, the shimmering Nile River greets you, setting the stage for an unforgettable journey. After settling into your elegant cabin, the afternoon unfolds with a mesmerizing exploration of Luxor’s East Bank. The colossal Karnak Temple Complex, the largest religious structure ever built, stands before you like a gateway to the past. You walk through its grand halls and towering columns, each one whispering the ancient secrets of Amun-Ra, the god to whom this magnificent temple is dedicated. The adventure continues with a visit to Luxor Temple, a stunning masterpiece constructed by the kings of the 12th Dynasty and later expanded by Ramses II. Here, in the heart of ancient Thebes, the awe-inspiring power of Egypt’s gods comes to life before your eyes. Meals: Lunch and Dinner
4 hours • Admission ticket free
2
Temple of Karnak
The Temple of Karnak, where generations of pharaohs wished to record their names. Walk through the Great Hypostyle Hall, strolling among its expertly aligned columns, which soar to 80 feet high
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
3
Luxor Temple
View the three large statues of Ramses II along the front of the temple pylons; the Courtyard of Ramses II; and the Colonnade of Amenhotep III, with its 50-foot-high columns. Walk in their shadows as visitors have done since antiquity and ponder the astonishing feats of engineering it took to create them
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
Day 2
Day 2: Luxor West Bank & Sail to Edfu
2 stops
4
Valley of the Kings
Awake to the beauty of the Nile as you enjoy a leisurely breakfast on board, before heading to the West Bank of Luxor, where history comes alive. The Valley of the Kings beckons, its ancient tombs holding the remains of pharaohs and nobles from Egypt’s golden age. As you wander through the tombs, you’re transported back in time to an era of untold wealth and power. Next, you visit the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari, one of Egypt’s most extraordinary architectural feats. Carved into the cliffs, this temple tells the story of a powerful queen who defied tradition to rule as pharaoh. Finally, you stand before the towering Colossi of Memnon, massive statues that have gazed over the valley for centuries. After this enchanting day of exploration, return to your ship and set sail toward Edfu, where the Nile’s gentle flow takes you into the evening, surrounded by breathtaking landscapes. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
4 hours • Admission ticket free
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Colossi of Memnon
Colossi of Memnon, massive statues that have gazed over the valley for centuries
1 hour • Admission ticket included
Day 3
Day 3: Temples of Edfu and Kom Ombo
3 stops
6
Today, you awaken to the charming town of Edfu, where the magnificent Temple of Horus awaits. As you enter this well-preserved temple, you marvel at its grandeur and the intricate hieroglyphs that tell the stories of ancient Egypt. The temple’s towering columns and sacred halls draw you deeper into the past, where the god Horus once reigned. After your exploration, return to the ship for a delicious lunch while you sail onward to Kom Ombo. The afternoon brings an awe-inspiring visit to the dual-temple of Kom Ombo, where the crocodile god Sobek and the falcon god Haroeris were once worshipped. The unique design of the temple, with its twin sanctuaries, is a sight to behold, and the views of the Nile from here are nothing short of spectacular. As the sun sets, you relax on the sundeck, savoring the tranquil beauty of the Nile River and the timeless landscapes that surround you. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
4 hours • Admission ticket free
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Temple of Horus
view the Temple of Horus, falcon-headed god of the sky. Built in 230 BC by Ptolemy III, this amazingly well-preserved and colorful structure reveals what temple worship in ancient Egypt was like
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
8
Temple of Kom Ombo
Kom Ombo (hill of gold), visit the Greco- Roman temple dedicated to Haroeris (the sun god) and Sobek (the crocodile god), whom some ancient Egyptians considered the creator of the world
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
Day 4
Day 4: Discover Aswan’s Highlights
2 stops
9
Philae Timple
The journey continues as you arrive in Aswan, a city where ancient and modern Egypt converge. After breakfast, you’re guided to the imposing High Dam, a monumental feat of engineering built in the 1960s to control the Nile’s floods and secure Egypt’s future. You marvel at the vastness of the dam and its role in shaping the country’s history. Next, you embark on a peaceful motorboat ride to Agilkia Island, where the Temple of Philae stands as a testament to the goddess Isis. The serene beauty of the temple, dedicated to Isis, captures your imagination as you explore its ancient halls. Your day concludes with a visit to the Unfinished Obelisk, a massive stone monument that was never completed, providing a fascinating glimpse into the ancient stone-carving techniques of Egypt’s artisans. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
4 hours • Admission ticket included
10
Aswan High Dam
High Dam, a monumental feat of engineering built in the 1960s to control the Nile’s floods and secure Egypt’s future. You marvel at the vastness of the dam and its role in shaping the country’s history
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
Day 5
Day 5: Disembarkation
2 stops
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Aswan
As the sun rises on your final day, you enjoy a last breakfast on board, savoring the peaceful ambiance of the Nile. With a sense of wonder and awe, you disembark from your luxury cruise ship. Your representative will escort you to Aswan Airport, where you’ll board your flight to Cairo, carrying with you memories of a lifetime. Every moment of this extraordinary Nile cruise has been a journey through time, a celebration of Egypt’s ancient wonders, and a reminder of the power and beauty that shaped this incredible civilization. Meals: Breakfast
Admission ticket free
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Abu Simbel Temple Complex
Discover Abu Simbel, the commanding twin temples of Ramses II and his wife, Queen Nefertari. The former’s façade is dominated by four 70-foot-tall statues of the pharaoh. Perhaps even more impressive, this entire site was disassembled and moved here to save it from the floodwaters caused by the Aswan High Dam
6 hours • 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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