Arrival in Aswan - Nile Cruise and Aswan Day Tour

Aswan Governorate - A Let’s Discover Egypt representative will greet you at your hotel in Aswan, Aswan airport, or railway station. You will then be transferred to board your 5-star Nile cruise before lunch. Enjoy lunch on board, followed by visits to the High Dam and Philae Temple. Dinner will be served on board, accompanied by a folkloric show. Overnight stay in Aswan. Meals: Lunch, Dinner. Note: If your arrival in Aswan or pick-up time is early (recommended), the tour will commence immediately upon arrival, as cruise check-in is at 12:00 PM. This ensures guests do not waste time waiting in the lobby and avoids the afternoon heat.

Aswan High Dam - Begin your day tour with a visit to the High Dam, completed in 1960 to protect Egypt from flooding and generate electricity. Prepare for an awe-inspiring experience, as the Aswan High Dam is truly remarkable. The dam measures 3,800 meters in length, 980 meters thick at the base, and 111 meters tall at its highest point. Behind it lies Lake Nasser, the world’s largest man-made lake, providing irrigation water and electricity for all of Egypt. Located 13 km south of Aswan, you will then proceed to visit the unfinished obelisk.

Unfinished Obelisk - The Unfinished Obelisk offers a unique glimpse into the challenging process of shaping and carving the massive stone blocks that form Egypt’s many monuments. This enormous obelisk would have stood 140 feet tall, the largest in Egypt. It was to be carved from the Red Aswan granite, which adorns many of Egypt’s greatest monuments and for which the city is renowned. However, a flaw in the rock was discovered late in its formation, leading to its abandonment. As a result, it remains in one of Aswan’s ancient quarries, fully formed and carved on three sides, but still attached to the bedrock on the fourth. Archaeologists believe this obelisk was intended for Karnak, but it remains in the quarry, a testament to the challenges of stone carving, for thousands of years. You will then drive to visit Philae Temple.

Temple of Philae - Continue to Philae Temple, the Greco-Roman temple dedicated to the goddess Isis, accessed by a small motorboat. This stunning temple complex is one of the most picturesque in Egypt. It is located on Agilkia Island, just south of the old Aswan Dam. The temple was relocated to its current site following the construction of the High Dam, which threatened to submerge it permanently. The meticulous reconstruction preserved the original appearance and layout of the complex, even landscaping the island to match its former location. Philae gained prominence during the Ptolemaic Dynasty as the center of the cult of the goddess Isis. This complex was one of the last places where the ancient religion survived after Christianity arrived in Egypt, officially closing only in 551 AD. Early Christians then used the main temple on the island as a church. Return to your Nile cruise and overnight in Aswan.

Kom Ombo Temple Visit

Temple of Kom Ombo - Enjoy breakfast onboard, followed by leisure time until the afternoon, or opt for optional tours to visit Abu Simbel Temple or the Nubian village. In the afternoon, the Nile cruise will sail to Kom Ombo city, a journey of approximately 3 hours, during which you can enjoy tea time on the sundeck. Upon arrival in Kom Ombo city, visit the Temple of Kom Ombo. The temple and the associated settlement site are located 45 km north of Aswan. The temple was dedicated to the god Sobek Ra, the crocodile god, and the god Horus the Elder. Kom Ombo Temple was built in 180 B.C. by the Ptolemaic dynasty during the Roman invasion. What makes the Temple of Kom Ombo special is its location right on the riverbank between Edfu and Aswan, making it a wonderful stop for Nile cruises. Sail to Edfu, enjoy dinner on board, and participate in a Galabeya Party. Overnight in Edfu town.

Edfu Temple & Luxor East Bank

Temple of Horus - Enjoy breakfast onboard, then visit Edfu Temple, the most well-preserved temple in Egypt, dedicated to the hawk-god Horus. The construction of the Ptolemaic Temple of Horus, founded on the site of a much earlier temple, dates to the period between the reigns of Ptolemy III (237 B.C.). The wall inscriptions include the myth of the contention between Horus and Seth, likely performed annually as a religious drama. Return to the cruise, relax on the sundeck, and admire the beautiful scenery of the Nile River while sailing to Luxor. Cross Esna Lock, enjoy lunch on board, and afternoon tea on the sundeck.

Karnak Open Air Museum - By late afternoon, arrive in Luxor city and enjoy a tour of the Karnak temples. Karnak is more than a temple; it is a spectacular complex of sanctuaries, kiosks, pylons, and obelisks, all dedicated to the Theban gods and the greater glory of Egypt’s pharaohs. Karnak was the most important place for the worship of the Theban Triad (Amun, Mut, and Khonsu). Then drive to enjoy Luxor Temple. Note: If your Nile cruise arrives in Luxor by 3:00 or 3:30 PM, you have the opportunity to visit both Karnak and Luxor Temples on the East Bank of Luxor. If not, the visit will be scheduled for the next day after the West Bank.

Luxor Temple - After visiting Karnak Temples, proceed to Luxor Temple, largely built by the New Kingdom Pharaoh Amenhotep III of the 18th dynasty and completed by King Tutankhamun and the Great King Ramses II. The first pylon was raised by Ramses II and decorated with scenes from his military Battle of Kadesh. Enjoy dinner onboard, a folkloric show, and overnight in Luxor.

Check-out & West Bank Visit

Colossi of Memnon - Enjoy breakfast onboard, check out from the Nile cruise, and drive to explore the west bank of Luxor. Begin with a photo stop at the Colossi of Memnon, two magnificent twin statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III, with two smaller statues carved by his feet (one being his wife and the other his mother), standing gracefully on the horizon of Luxor. Each statue measures 60 feet tall and stands at the entrance of Amenhotep III’s mortuary temple. They are famously named the Colossi of Memnon due to a phenomenon produced by one of the statues after an earthquake. Originally built in the Theban Necropolis west of the Nile River in modern Luxor, you will then drive to Hatshepsut Temple. A hot air balloon ride over Luxor West Bank is available as an optional tour upon request.

Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari - Visit the Queen Hatshepsut Temple and discover her beautiful temple and intriguing story with her nephew. Rising out of the desert plain in a series of terraces, the Temple of Hatshepsut merges with the sheer limestone cliffs of the eastern face of the Theban Mountain, as if nature itself had built this extraordinary monument. Then drive to visit the Valley of the Kings.

Valley of the Kings - Arrive at the Valley of the Kings, known as the Great Place of Truth, now called the Valley of the Kings. It is a majestic domain of the pharaohs who once lay in great stone sarcophagi, awaiting immortality. Explore the complex and see the tombs and resting places of remarkable Egyptian kings such as Merneptah, Ramesses III, and Ramesses VI. You will then be transferred to Luxor railway station, airport, or your hotel in Luxor. Lunch is not included.

• All transfers by an air-conditioned vehicle (private)
• Accommodation for 3 nights on a 5-star Nile cruise on a full board basis
• Philae Temple motor boat & Edfu Temple Horse Carriage Transportation
• Lunch, Dinner, and Breakfast
• Bottled water during outings outside of the cruise ship
• Private Egyptologist speaking tour guide during your excursions
• All service charges and taxes
• Entrance fees to the mentioned sightseeing
• Meet and greet service by our representatives upon your Arrival & Departure (Private)

• Water or Drinks during meals or WiFi on the Nile cruise.
• Any optional tours or Any personal expenses like laundry etc.
• Tipping.

Explore the rich heritage and history of Aswan and Luxor while experiencing the stunning beauty of Egypt’s Nile Valley. Delight in the picturesque views of the Nile Valley and immerse yourself in authentic Egyptian culture from the deck of a luxurious 5-star Nile Cruise over 4 days and 3 nights, traveling from Aswan to Luxor. Discover the key attractions in Luxor and Aswan, with stops along the way to visit significant Pharaonic sites such as the Kom Ombo and Edfu Temples. Enjoy a variety of evening entertainment options, including belly dancing shows, Galabeya parties, Nubian performances, discos, and more during this 4-day Nile Cruise between Aswan and Luxor.

• All bookings for 3 persons, will be accommodated in 1 Cabin (Room), If you want to have your own Cabin (Room) you need to book as a single person.
• Vegan, Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.