4 Days Cruise from Aswan to Luxor

Aswan International Airport, Egypt - Luxor International Airport, Egypt
  • Mortuary Temple of Ramses II (Ramesseum)
  • The Great Temple of Abu Simbel
  • Edfu Temple
  • Karnak Temple

Details

4 Days | 3 Nights

Tour Types: Private
Runs:
Accommodation: Standard Cruise
Minimum Age: 10

Tour Description


This 4-day cruise from Aswan to Luxor is a popular journey along the Nile River, offering travellers a captivating glimpse into the ancient wonders of Egypt. Starting in Aswan, a city renowned for its stunning landscapes and historical sites, the cruise takes you on a memorable voyage towards Luxor, a treasure trove of ancient Egyptian artefacts and monuments.

Highlights

  • Journey with both relaxation and exploration.
  • Explore the majestic Philae Temple.
  • Visit the beautiful Unfinished Obelisk
  • Cruise along the iconic Nile River.
  • Discover the awe-inspiring temples of Karnak and Luxor.

Tour Itinerary

Day 1
Aswan Airport – Aswan High Dam – Temple of Philae – Embarkation – Cruise    

1 Stop

1

Aswan Airport

Ahlan Wa Sahlan, meet our representative at Aswan Airport and start your tour.

1 hour

Standard Cruise
Dinner

Day 2
Kom Ombo – Sail to Edfu    

1 Stop

1

Kom Ombo

Breakfast on board and sail on to Kom Ombo. In the afternoon you will have time to explore the Temple of Kom Ombo, where you’ll learn about the crocodile god Sobek and the falcon god Horus, whose monuments decorate each half of the temple. After the tour, transfer back to your cruise. Have dinner and sail to Edfu.

8 hours

Standard Cruise
Breakfast & Dinner

Day 3
Edfu Temple – Sail to Esna – Luxor Temple – Karnak – Nile Cruise    

3 Stops

1

Edfu Temple

Breakfast on board. The tour begins by visiting the Temple of Horus in Edfu, which is considered to be one of the most well-preserved temples in Egypt. It is also the repository of the most detailed legacy on matters of cult and temple function.

1 hour

2

Esna

Transfer back to the cruise, lunch on board and sail to Esna and continue to Luxor.
3

Luxor & Karnak Temple

Arrival in Luxor in the afternoon and start the visit to the East Bank of Luxor. Proceed to the most important and most sacred of the sites, the Temple of Luxor. It was built by one of the kings of the 12th dynasty and completed by the well-known king Ramses II. The temple was conceived as a remote southern annex to the temple of Karnak, at a distance of about 3 km from it. Hence, it faces the Karnak Temple, and was connected to it by a long processional avenue, flanked by rows of sphinxes on either side. Have a wonderful tour to Karnak Temples, which are the largest structures ever build in the history of mankind. The principal building is that of god Amun Ra, which is the melting pot of religion and politics. Transfer back to the cruise for the night.

3 hours

Standard Cruise
Breakfast & Lunch & Dinner

Day 4
Luxor Hotel – Valley of the Kings – Hatshepsut – Colossi of Memnon – Luxor Airport    

4 Stops

1

Valley of the Kings

Today, breakfast on board and disembark. Transfer to the West Bank where you can explore the Necropolis Thebes. Visit magnificent Valley of the Kings. The most concentration of royal tombs in Ancient Egypt. It is where cut in rocks tombs for 62 famous kings of the New Kingdom, all are highly decorated and filled with priceless artwork.

2 hours

2

Hatshepsut

Visit the Hatshepsut temple built and named after the powerful Queen Hatshepsut the only woman who ascended the throne of Egypt in ancient times. This temple is located at Deir el-Bahari, a steep cliff in the shape of a horseshoe form a natural background to two monumental buildings standing side by side, each belonging to a different period.

2 hours

3

Colossi of Memnon

We transfer to Colossi of Memnon. The first monument one encounters on a visit to the west bank of Luxor is the site of the funerary temple of Amenhotep III. The temple itself has all but completely disappeared, but the colossal twin statues of the king, which once stood proudly in front of the entrance to the temple, are still there to greet the visitor.

1.5 hours

4

Luxor Airport

Continue to Luxor airport for departure. Say farewell to Egypt!

1 hour

Breakfast

Inclusions


  • Transfers in private, air-conditioned vehicle in Egypt.
  • 1 airport transfer upon arrival.
  • 1 airport transfer upon departure.
  • 3x night accommodation of the Nile River Cruise on full board basis.
  • Private Nile Cruise tour program with Sightseeing and English speaking guide.
  • Entrance fees to mentioned sites.
  • Daily mineral water during excursions.
  • Internet access to your mobile phone.
  • Meet & Assist at the airport in Aswan.

Exclusions


  •  International & Domestic Airfare.  
  •  Travel insurance.  
  •  Departure taxes from airports International departure about 25 USD$ per person, Domestic depar-ture about 05 USD$ per person. 
  •  Meals and beverage not stated.  
  •  Tips, portage and private expenses.  

Practical Info


- The cruise schedule may be changed in sequence due to navigational circumstances; mentioned attractions will all be visited.
- The triple room in Egypt is a double room + extra bed or sofa bed.
- Official check in time at hotels 15:00 – check out time at hotels 12:00.
- Breakfast at hotels is served in the main restaurant.
- The driver/tour guide escorts you according to the booked itinerary, he is not 24/7 at your disposal. For any extra activity or extra use of vehicle, there is a supplement.
- In case of arrival or departure on different flights, there is a supplement for each extra transfer.
- All guides in Egypt is licensed by the Ministry of Tourism in Egypt and not part of our team.
- Passengers must hold a valid passport for 06 months after departure date from Egypt.
- Vaccinated passengers can only travel to Egypt 14 days after taking 2 doses of vaccine.
- All hotel room quoted in the price are all standard. We can give supplement for the upgrade of room if requested.
- Wear comfortable walking shoes and depending on season pack sun protection.
- To respect the local culture please cover shoulders and knees.

How to Book this Tour


- After booking the tour with us online, one of our consultants will get in touch within 24 hours. You need to pay then a 25% deposit by credit card or by bank transfer. The full payment is due latest 15 days before tour start.
- Cancellations or changes need to be sent in written form. Charges are as follows:
• 5% of the total price of the trip for cancellations from the date of booking until 41 days before departure.
• 50% of the total price of the trip for cancellations or changes made 40 to 15 days before departure.
• 100% of the total price of the trip for cancellations or changes made 14 to 01 days before departure or no show.
- For refunds we do not cover transaction fees charged by credit card companies and banks.
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