Cruise the Nile River from Aswan to Luxor on a 5-star cruise that explores the ancient highlights of the Upper Nile. From the Temple of Philae to Kom Ombo Temple and the Valley of the Kings, discover royal tombs to temples. An included sunrise hot-air balloon flight above Luxor’s magnificent West Bank helps take in the scale of the ancient settlement, and onboard entertainment ensures a lively cruise. Discover one of the most impressive temples in Egypt by visiting Abu Simbel 285 km south of Aswan.
* Enjoy personal service from Aswan arrival to Luxor departure .
* Included meals and activities take care of logistics .
* 5-star accommodations mean a comfortable trip aboard .
* Hot-air balloon experience goes beyond standard trip itineraries .
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Sharing a small group to Abu Simbel with English Speaking tour guide.
✔ 3 nights accommodation on 5 stars Nile Cruise on full board basis.
✔ All transfers/Pick up&drop off by A/C.vehicle.
✔ Lunch
✔ Dinner
✔ Breakfast
✔ Professional English speaking Egyptology Tour guide.
✔ 35 to 45 minutes Hot Air Balloon Ride Over Luxor Sky .
✖ Any personal expenses like laundry etc.
✖ Water or Drinks on the cruise.
✖ Entrance Fees to all the mentioned sightseeing which will be Roughly 45$
✖ Tipping to Guide, Drivers, cruise crew etc.
✖ Motorboat to Philae Temple which will be roughly 10$
✖ Wifi on The cruise (with extra charge on the cruise) .
Pickup Locations
1. Keylany Hotel
2. Oscar Hotel
3. Nile Hotel Aswan
4. Paradise Hotel
5. Nubian Oasis Hotel
6. Memnon Hotel
7. Basma Executive Club
8. Nubian Plaza
9. Movenpick Resort Aswan
10. Aswan Airport
11. Hapi Hotel
12. Philae Hotel
13. Ramsis Hotel
14. Yassin Hotel
15. Pyramisa Isis Corniche Hotel
16. Citymax Hotel Aswan
17. El-amin Guest House
18. Habibi Nubian Guest House Aswan
Additional Info: All Hotels in Aswan East Bank. Aswan Airport or Train Station.
Itinerary
Arrival Transfer to the Nile Cruise&Aswan Tours
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Egypt Best Tours licensed tour guide will meet and assist you at Aswan Airport, railway station or hotel to be transferred by A/C van to your 5 star Nile Cruise to check in before lunch. Have lunch on board. Note: If your arrival to Aswan is so early, so we will start the tour direct upon arrival as Cruise check in at 12:00.
Duration: 30 minutes
2
Aswan High Dam
Then, start your tour by visiting the High Dam; achieved in 1960 to protect Egypt from the flood and generate electric.
Duration: 45 minutes
3
Temple of Philae
Proceed to visit the Graeco Roman Temple dedicated to goddess Isis using a small motorboat to get there. Later on, return back to your cruise for Dinner, folkloric show and Overnight.
Duration: 2 hours
Abu Simbel Temples & Navigation to Kom Ombo Temple
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Abu Simbel Temple Complex
Around 4:30, your guide will pick you up for Abu Simbel trip ( sharing a small group). Arrive around 8 am, to visit one of the most impressive places in Egypt; the rock-cut temples of Abu Simbel with their unique design built for King Ramesses 2nd. and his beloved Queen Nefertari. Listen to the history of the temples from your Egyptology tour guide who will explain everything from outside (no guiding inside). Enjoy visiting the temple for about 90 minutes and take some nice memorial photos, drive back to Aswan. Back to the Cruise around 1:30 pm, to have your lunch and start sailing heading to Kom Ombo city.
Duration: 8 hours
2
Temple of Kom Ombo
Arrive at Kom Ombo city where to visit the dual temple of Sobek, the crocodile God and Horus, the falcon God. Back to the cruise and have dinner. Continue sailing to Edfu for overnight.
Duration: 60 minutes
Edfu Temple & Arrive Luxor (visit Luxor Temple)
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Temple of Horus
After your breakfast, experience Horse Carriage ride with your tour guide to visit the temple of Horus at Edfu which is considered to be the most complete and the best preserved of all the Egyptian temples. Return to the cruise.Relax on deck watching the unique landscape and admire the beautiful scenery of the Nile river while sailing to Luxor. Cross Esna Lock. Lunch on board. Afternoon tea on sundeck.
Duration: 2 hours
2
Luxor Temple
Late in the afternoon, arrive at your cruise dock, to be transferred to enjoy Luxor temple on the East bank of Luxor, where ancient Egyptian, Christian and Islamic features are exhibited. Dinner on board and belly dancing show. Overnight in Luxor. Note: if your arrival at Luxor dock by 3:00 or 3:30 pm, then we have chance to visit both Karnak and Luxor Temples.
Duration: 1.5 hours
Balloon Ride, Luxor Tour & departure transfer
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Colossi of Memnon
Begin around 5:00 am (available to change) pick up for the incredible trip of 30 to 45 minutes Hot Air Balloon flight over the west bank of Luxor and enjoy an aerial view of the country's landscape and famous landmarks. Enjoy the sunrise illuminating the sky of the open air museum city (Luxor) over the great temples and mountains below.
Duration: 2 hours
2
Valley of the Kings
Breakfast and check out to start your unforgettable day by driving to the West Bank to visit the Valley of the Kings, where the pharaohs from the New kingdom carved their tombs in the mountains aiming to hide their treasure and protect their mummies.
Duration: 2 hours
3
Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el Bahari
Then, to the Mortuary temple of the famous queen Hatshepsut at El Deir El Bahari, discover her beautiful temple and her attractive story with her nephew. End your tour in the West Bank by a photo stop in front of the gigantic statues of Memnon. Lunch time in a local restaurant (optional) .
Duration: 60 minutes
4
Temple of Karnak
Back to the East Bank to see the largest temple ever; Karnak Temple built through 2000 years, covering an area of about 63 acres. Have nice pics between its huge pillars and obelisks. Finally, transfer to Luxor Hotel, Airport or Railway station.(around 3:00 to 4:00 pm).
Duration: 1.5 hours
Additional info
• Wheelchair accessible
• 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
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
