Day 1: Arrival in Aswan, Embarkation, and Aswan Tours
- Upon your arrival at Aswan International Airport, our representative will greet you and provide a warm welcome. You will be assisted with your luggage and transferred to the Nile cruise ship for embarkation. Check-in and settle into your comfortable cabin.
- Next, you'll visit the Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis. This stunning temple was relocated due to the construction of the High Dam and now sits on Agilkia Island. View its intricate carvings and learn about its mythology from your guide.
- After that we will head to the Nile cruise to enjoy a delicious onboard lunch an later there's an Optional visit to Nubian Village: Board a traditional felucca boat or motorboat for a short ride to the village that has a rich cultural heritage and a distinct way of life. You’ll experience the warm hospitality of the Nubian people as they welcome you to their village to enjoy traditional tea and snacks. Also, take a guided tour through the village, visit local colorful homes, meet residents, and learn about their unique customs and daily life.
- Evening, you’ll return to the cruise ship for dinner. Enjoy the evening entertainment on board, which includes live music or cultural performances. As the ship docks in Aswan for the night, you can relax and enjoy the serene Nile views.
- Included meals: (Lunch & Dinner).
Day 2: Optional Tour to Abu Simbel Temples & the Nubian Village
- Spend the day relaxing on board and enjoying the scenic views as you sail along the Nile or for those interested, an early morning optional tour to the Abu Simbel Temples is available.
- Enjoy a packed breakfast box provided by the cruise and head to see the awe-inspiring Abu Simbel Temples (the road takes around a 3-hour drive). These temples are UNESCO World Heritage sites and are renowned for their colossal statues and rich history. The tour guide will lead you to the Great Temple of Ramses II and the smaller Temple of Hathor, dedicated to Ramses II's beloved wife Nefertiti.
- After exploring the temples, return to the bus and head back to the cruise ship. Enjoy a delicious buffet lunch on board the ship as you sail back towards Aswan.
- Arrive back on the cruise and start the sailing towards Kom Ombo, where you'll visit the Kom Ombo Temple, an unusual double temple dedicated to both Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus, the falcon god. Explore the temple's unique architecture and learn about its significance. in time for dinner and overnight stay on board.
- Included meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, and dinner).
Day 3: Sightseeing Cruise to Kom Ombo, Edfu, and Luxor temple
- Breakfast onboard after your visit the Edfu Temple, dedicated to the god Horus. This is one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt and provides insights into ancient religious practices.
- Later in the afternoon, enjoy Lunch on board as the ship continues its journey to Luxor. Once you arrive in Luxor, you’ll be transferred to Luxor Temple, an illuminated masterpiece that looks particularly enchanting in the evening.
- After spending a sufficient amount of time at the Temple of Luxor, you'll board the vehicle again and be taken to the Karnak Temple complex, which is only a short distance away from Luxor Temple.
- Upon arrival at Karnak Temple, you'll be astounded by the sheer scale and magnificence of this ancient religious complex. Your guide will walk you through the site, sharing captivating stories about the powerful pharaohs who contributed to its construction and the rituals that once took place within its walls.
- After dinner, you can relax or participate in onboard entertainment activities. As the ship docks in Luxor for the night, you can relax and enjoy the Nile views.
- Included meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, and dinner).
Day 4: Disembarkation and West Bank Tour of Luxor
- In the early morning, you have an optional Hot Air Balloon Ride over the Valley of the Kings to see the city from above!
- After breakfast, it's time to disembark from the cruise ship in Luxor. Your luggage will be taken care of, and you'll be transferred to the West Bank of Luxor.
- Your first stop will be the Valley of the Kings, where the pharaohs of the New Kingdom were buried in elaborate tombs adorned with intricate wall paintings. There, you'll explore the intricate tombs of ancient Egyptian pharaohs, including the famous tomb of Tutankhamun.
- Next, visit the impressive Hatshepsut Temple, dedicated to the female pharaoh Hatshepsut. Learn about her reign and the unique architectural style of the temple.
- Finally, you'll see the Colossi of Memnon, two massive stone statues representing Pharaoh Amenhotep III which have become iconic symbols of ancient Egypt's grandeur
- Afternoon, you'll be transferred to Luxor International Airport for your departure. Our representative will assist you and ensure a smooth departure process.
- Included meals: (Breakfast)
Note: Itinerary details are subject to change based on weather conditions, water levels, or unforeseen circumstances.
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