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Nile Cruise Journey – 4 Days – from Aswan to Luxor

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3-night Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor — a journey that blends comfort, culture, and the timeless beauty of ancient Egypt. Sail along the legendary Nile River, exploring magnificent temples, sacred islands, and royal tombs that reveal the grandeur of one of the world’s oldest civilizations.

Begin your adventure in Aswan, where you’ll visit the enchanting Temple of Isis at Philae, gracefully situated on its own island and dedicated to the goddess of magic and love. Continue to the impressive High Dam, a marvel of modern engineering that transformed Egypt’s landscape. Later, embark on your luxurious Nile cruise and enjoy a delicious onboard lunch and dinner as you relax into the rhythm of the river.

The next day is yours to unwind and enjoy the cruise’s serene atmosphere or join optional excursions before sailing north to Kom Ombo. Here, you’ll explore the unique twin temple dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek and the falcon god Haroeris. Continue sailing to Edfu for an overnight stay.

At dawn, visit the Temple of Horus in Edfu — one of Egypt’s best-preserved sanctuaries — before sailing toward Luxor. Savor lunch and dinner onboard while taking in the scenic beauty of the Nile.

On your final day, cross to Luxor’s West Bank to discover the royal tombs in the Valley of the Kings and the majestic Temple of Queen Hatshepsut. Afterward, explore the awe-inspiring Temples of Karnak and the illuminated Luxor Temple, a fitting finale to your unforgettable journey through ancient history.

Disembark in Luxor, filled with lasting memories of Egypt’s eternal wonders.

Included/Excluded

All entrance fees of the visited sites as mentioned in the itinerary.
Private transfers by air-conditioned vehicle as mentioned in the itinerary.
Private Egyptologist and local representative fees as mentioned in the itinerary.

nternational and domestic flight tickets (available upon request).
Travel insurance (essential).
Accommodation.
Tipping.

Tour Plan

Day 1

Arrive in Aswan for a 3-night stay on board a Nile Cruise on a Full Board basis. Upon arrival, drive to Philae Island Dock for a boat trip to the temple of Isis at Philae, often said to be the most picturesque temple in Egypt, and the inspiration for many Egyptianized buildings in Europe, followed by a visit to the High Dam. Drive to your Nile cruise for embarkation and enjoy lunch. Dinner to be served on board. Stay overnight in Aswan.

Day 2

Enjoy breakfast, stay on board at leisure, or partake in various optional excursions. Enjoy lunch on board. Afternoon, sailing towards Kom-Ombo, where you will visit the God Sobek Temple right on the Nile Shore. Continue sailing to Edfu. Enjoy dinner and stay overnight.

Day 3

Early morning (05:30 am) visit to The House of God Horus Temple, the most preserved temple in Egypt. Back to the Nile cruise for breakfast. Set sail to Luxor. Enjoy lunch and dinner on board. Arriving in the evening and staying overnight.

Day 4

Enjoy breakfast, disembarkation, and drive to cross the Nile by the bridge to the West Bank of Luxor, where we are going to start unforgettable visits to the Valley of the Kings, the most visited archaeological site in the world, followed by a visit to Al Deir Al Bahar, where the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut is located. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. Visit the great Temples of Karnak, the largest complex temple on earth, and explore the main complex dedicated to Amun-Ra, the king of Gods, as well as the hidden shrines surrounding the main complex. Evening visit to Luxor Temple, beautifully lit at night, which will enable us to have a close look at the stunning reliefs of one of the most magnificent temples in the world. Drive to Luxor Airport.