5-Day 4-Night Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan &Abu Simbel+Balloon

What's included

What you'll see and do

1. Luxor Temple

   At 10: am meet & assist by our local representatives at your Hotel in Luxor or From Luxor airport then transfer to the Nile Cruise. Boarding before Lunch. Lunch on board. Visit The Luxor Temple is an ancient Egyptian temple complex located on the east bank of the Nile River in the city of Luxor. It was originally built by Amenhotep III and Ramses II in the 14th century BC, and it was dedicated to the gods Amun, Mut, and Khonsu. The temple complex consists of two main temples, a smaller temple dedicated to Mut, and several other smaller structures. The main temple is known for its impressive columns and statues, as well as its many hieroglyphic inscriptions. The temple complex also includes a large courtyard with a sacred lake, which was used for religious ceremonies. Luxor Temple is one of the most visited sites in Egypt due to its historical importance and its stunning architecture.

   120 minutes here · Admission not included

2. The Karnak Temple

   The Temple of Karnak is an ancient Egyptian temple complex located on the east bank of the Nile River in Luxor. It is one of the most important archaeological sites in Egypt and was constructed over a period of more than 2000 years, beginning during the Middle Kingdom (2040-1782 BC). The complex consists of three main temples, several smaller temples, and numerous other structures. The most famous structure at Karnak is the Great Temple of Amun, which was dedicated to the god Amun-Ra. Other notable structures include the Hypostyle Hall, which features 134 massive columns, and the Sacred Lake, which was used for religious ceremonies.

   180 minutes here · Admission not included

3. Valley of the Kings

   Breakfast on Board then Tours The West Bank, The Valley of the Kings is an ancient burial ground located in Luxor, Egypt. It is the site of the tombs of many of Egypt's most famous pharaohs, including Tutankhamun, Ramses II, and Seti I. The Valley of the Kings was used as a burial site for over 500 years, from the 16th to 11th centuries BC. It is now a popular tourist destination and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

   120 minutes here · Admission not included

4. Temple of Hatshepsut

   The Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el Bahari is an ancient funerary temple located in the Theban Necropolis on the west bank of the Nile River in Luxor, Egypt. It was built by the 18th Dynasty Pharaoh Hatshepsut, who ruled from 1479 to 1458 BC. The temple was dedicated to Amun and was designed to serve as a mortuary temple for her burial. It is considered one of the most beautiful monuments in Egypt and is one of the most visited sites in Luxor. The temple consists of three terraces connected by ramps and surrounded by a high wall. The first terrace contains a colonnade with Hathor-headed columns, while the second terrace contains a series of chapels dedicated to various gods and goddesses. The third terrace contains a large sanctuary dedicated to Amun-Re, which is decorated with reliefs depicting Hatshepsut's divine birth and her divine lineage.

   120 minutes here · Admission not included

5. Colossi of Memnon

   The Colossi of Memnon are two massive stone statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III, who reigned in Egypt during the 18th Dynasty of the New Kingdom. The statues are located in the Theban Necropolis, on the west bank of the Nile River near Luxor. They are made from quartzite sandstone and stand at around 18 meters (60 feet) tall. They depict Amenhotep III seated on a throne with his hands resting on his knees. The statues are believed to have been built around 1350 BC and were originally part of a larger mortuary temple complex dedicated to Amenhotep III. The statues have been damaged over time due to earthquakes and other natural disasters, but they still remain impressive monuments to ancient Egyptian art and culture.

   20 minutes here

6. Edfu Temple

   Breakfast on board. The Temple of Horus is an ancient Egyptian temple located in Edfu, Egypt. It is one of the best preserved temples in Egypt and was dedicated to the falcon god Horus. The temple was built during the Ptolemaic dynasty (305–30 BC) and was completed during the reign of Ptolemy III (246–222 BC). The temple is a large structure with two courtyards, a hypostyle hall, and a sanctuary. It features many reliefs depicting scenes from the life of Horus, as well as other gods and goddesses. The temple also contains several statues of Horus, including one that is over 10 meters tall.

   120 minutes here · Admission not included

7. Kom Ombo Temple

   Lunch on board. The Temple of Kom Ombo is a stunning Greco-Roman double temple dedicated to both the gods Sobek and Horus. Built during the Ptolemaic period between 180 and 47 BC, the temple is unique in its construction, featuring two separate entrances, two courtyards, two hypostyle halls, and two sanctuaries. Its walls feature carvings of hieroglyphs, gods, and mythical creatures. The temple was a site of great religious significance and would have been visited by pilgrims and travelers from all over Egypt to pay tribute to the gods. Today, the Temple of Kom Ombo is a popular tourist attraction and a reminder of the grandeur of ancient Egypt.

   120 minutes here · Admission not included

8. Aswan High Dam

   Breakfast on board and Sail to Aswan arrival Aswan then Visit the High Dam.The Aswan High Dam is a rock-fill embankment dam located in Aswan, Egypt. It was built between 1960 and 1970 and was officially inaugurated in 1971. The dam is located on the Nile River and is one of the largest dams in the world. It has a height of 111 meters (364 feet) and a length of 3,830 meters (12,570 feet).

   180 minutes here · Admission not included

9. Aswan

   Breakfast on board. Disembarkation and Transfer you to Aswan airport

   Pass by without stopping

10. Temple of Philae

    The Temple of Philae is a stunning edifice dedicated to the goddess Isis, located in an idyllic setting in Aswan, Egypt.

    1200 minutes here · Admission not included

Where it starts and ends

Options you can book

• Single cabin (solo )

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• 5 Days 4 Nights Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan

  Pickup included

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Ticket

Mobile Only

Runs on

Mon, Sat

Group size

Up to 15 travelers per booking

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Know before you go

• 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

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