3-Day Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan | 2 Nights
Duration
3 days
Max People
20
Tour Type
Private
Pickup
Luxor
Overview
Discover ancient Egypt on this 3-Day Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan. Enjoy 2 nights aboard a comfortable 5-star Nile cruise ship with full-board meals, elegant accommodation, and beautiful views of the Nile River. This short Nile cruise is an ideal way to explore Egypt’s most famous temples and tombs while traveling between Luxor and Aswan.
Your journey begins in Luxor with visits to the magnificent Karnak Temple Complex and Luxor Temple. Continue to the West Bank to explore the legendary Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, and the Colossi of Memnon. Sail south through the Esna Lock and visit the well-preserved Temple of Horus at Edfu and the unique Temple of Kom Ombo, dedicated to the gods Sobek and Horus the Elder.
The cruise ends in Aswan, where you’ll visit Philae Temple, the Aswan High Dam, and the Unfinished Obelisk. With professional Egyptologist guides, organized sightseeing, comfortable accommodation, and full-board meals, this Luxor to Aswan Nile Cruise offers a convenient and memorable way to experience the highlights of the Nile Valley.
Highlights
- 2-night 5-star Nile Cruise
- Visit Karnak Temple
- Explore Luxor Temple
- Discover the Valley of the Kings
- Visit the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut
- Stop at the Colossi of Memnon
- Explore Edfu Temple
- Visit Kom Ombo Temple
- Discover Philae Temple
- Visit the Aswan High Dam
- Explore the Unfinished Obelisk
Included/Excluded
- 2 nights accommodation aboard a 5-star Nile Cruise
- Full-board meals (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)
- Meet and assist upon arrival in Luxor
- Pickup from Luxor Airport, hotel, or railway station
- Air-conditioned transportation
- Professional licensed Egyptologist guide
- Guided sightseeing according to the itinerary
- All taxes and service charges
- Entrance fees to archaeological sites
- Optional tours
- Gratuities (optional)
Tour Plan
Your journey begins with pickup from your hotel, Luxor Airport, or railway station. Meet your professional Egyptologist guide and start exploring Luxor's legendary West Bank. Visit the world-famous Valley of the Kings, where the tombs of Egypt's New Kingdom pharaohs are hidden beneath the desert mountains. Continue to the magnificent Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, one of the finest examples of ancient Egyptian architecture, dramatically built against the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari. Stop for photos at the impressive Colossi of Memnon, the two massive statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III.
Next, cross to Luxor's East Bank to discover the magnificent Karnak Temple Complex, the largest religious complex ever built, featuring the Great Hypostyle Hall, towering obelisks, and the Sacred Lake. Continue to the elegant Luxor Temple, connected to Karnak by the historic Avenue of Sphinxes.
After completing your sightseeing, transfer to your 5-star Nile cruise for check-in. Enjoy lunch and dinner onboard while relaxing as your unforgettable Nile journey begins. Overnight aboard the cruise.
After breakfast, continue sailing along the Nile toward Edfu. Visit the magnificent Temple of Horus, one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt. Explore its impressive entrance, grand courtyard, beautifully decorated halls, and sacred sanctuary while learning about the mythology of Horus and the importance of the temple during the Ptolemaic period.
Return to the cruise and enjoy lunch while sailing toward Kom Ombo. Upon arrival, visit the unique Temple of Kom Ombo, dedicated to Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus the Elder. Discover its fascinating symmetrical design, beautifully carved reliefs, and ancient medical inscriptions before returning to the cruise.
Continue sailing toward Aswan while enjoying dinner and a relaxing evening onboard.
Early in the morning, depart by air-conditioned vehicle for an unforgettable excursion to the magnificent Abu Simbel Temples. Built by Pharaoh Ramses II over 3,000 years ago, these colossal rock-cut temples are among Egypt's greatest archaeological treasures and are renowned for their impressive statues and remarkable history. Explore the Great Temple of Ramses II and the nearby Temple of Queen Nefertari while your Egyptologist guide shares the fascinating story of their construction and UNESCO's relocation project.
After returning to Aswan, check out from your Nile cruise and transfer to Aswan Airport, your hotel, or the railway station, bringing your memorable Nile cruise experience to a perfect conclusion.
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