Luxor Trip Overview
Explore the ancient culture of Luxor and Aswan and the beauty of the River Nile.The Nile was the lifeline of ancient Egyptian civilization and today the banks of the river are dotted with ancient tombs and temples. Enjoy 5 Days 4 Nights on board of a 5 star Nile Cruise and visit the Highlights of the sightseeing from Luxor to Aswan. During this multi-day cruise from Luxor to Aswan, you’ll disembark for guided visits to the region’s most iconic sites, including Kom Ombo, the Valley of Kings, and Philae Temple. Tasty onboard meals are included, plus a personalized pickup from the airport, train station, or your Luxor hotel.
Additional Info
Duration: 5 days
Starts: Luxor, Egypt
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Luxor, Nile River Valley, Egypt
Explore the ancient culture of Luxor and Aswan and the beauty of the River Nile.The Nile was the lifeline of ancient Egyptian civilization and today the banks of the river are dotted with ancient tombs and temples. Enjoy 5 Days 4 Nights on board of a 5 star Nile Cruise and visit the Highlights of the sightseeing from Luxor to Aswan. During this multi-day cruise from Luxor to Aswan, you’ll disembark for guided visits to the region’s most iconic sites, including Kom Ombo, the Valley of Kings, and Philae Temple. Tasty onboard meals are included, plus a personalized pickup from the airport, train station, or your Luxor hotel.
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive Luxor and East Bank tour
Stop At: Temple of Karnak, Karnak, Luxor Egypt
Your Egyptologist guide will pick you up from your ( hotel in Luxor – train station or from Luxor airport ) to start your interesting tour by air conditioned vehicle to visit the east bank where the impressive Karnak temple which dedicated to the triad of Thebes ( ancient name of Luxor ) To God Amun Ra , his wife goddess Mut and their son god Khunsu god of the moon . This temple was built by several Kings as a kind of offering to God Amun Ra the main god at that time , so the temple is complicated on its plan .At the temple you will see the majesty of the ancient Egyptians throughout erecting the Hypostyle Hall which contains 134 columns arranged in rows.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Luxor Temple, Luxor 23512 Egypt
The next stop will be at Luxor temple which is situated at down town of Luxor and built by King Amenhotep III who ruled Egypt during the New Kingdom.
Transfer to the Nile Cruise to check in and have lunch.
Free afternoon, dinner and overnight in Luxor.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Meals included:
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight on board the Nile Cruise in Luxor
Day 2: Luxor West Bank Tour and Sailing to Edfu
Stop At: Valley of the Kings, Luxor City, Luxor 85511 Egypt
After enjoying your breakfast on board, your Qualified Egyptologist guide will pick you up to visit the west bank which called the city of the dead where the ancient Egyptians built their tombs.
you will stop at the valley of the kings to visit three tombs and explore the cleverness of the ancient Egyptian artists and the shining colors .
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Temple of Hatshepsut, King Valley Road, Luxor Egypt
then moving towards the temple of queen Hatsheput , your guide will explain how she reached to the throne , her divine birth and her struggle against King Thutmose the third .
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Colossi of Memnon, Thebes, Luxor Egypt
The next stop will be at Colossi of Memnon , the two huge statues of King Amenhotep III and taking some lovely pictures.
Transfer back to the cruise, enjoy your Lunch and sailing to Edfu city .
Duration: 10 minutes
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight in Edfu.
Day 3: Edfu temple and Kom Ombo Temple
Stop At: Temple of Horus, Adfo, Edfu Egypt
After having your breakfast on board, your Qualified Egyptologist guide will pick you up by Horse Carriage ride to visit the well preserved temple of Edfu which dedicated to the Falcon god Horus, God of protection .
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Temple of Kom Ombo, Nagoa Ash Shatb, Kom Ombo 81611 Egypt
Continue sailing to Kom Ombo where you will visit the double temple of the God Horus and the God Sobek (the evil God).
Back to the cruise and sailing to Aswan. Arrive late in the evening and overnight in Aswan.
Duration: 1 hour
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight in Aswan.
Day 4: Aswan Tour to Philae temple and High Dam
Stop At: Temple of Philae, Island of Agilika, Aswan Egypt
visit the sightseeing of Aswan with your Egyptologist guide, you will visit the incredible Philae temple, using a small motorboat.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Aswan High Dam, Manteqet As Sad Al Aali, Aswan Egypt
Proceed to the High Dam and the unfinished obelisk.
Staying an overnight in Aswan .
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight in Aswan.
Day 5: Optional tour to Abu Simbel Temples/ Check out and Departure transfer
Pass By: Aswan, Aswan, Aswan Governorate, Nile River Valley
Enjoy your breakfast and you have chance to visit the famous Abu Simbel temple ( optional ) in the early morning. Check out and transfer by air conditioned vehicle to your( hotel – Aswan train station – airport ).
Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.
