Aswan Arrival and Local Sites

Upon arrival in Aswan, the local tour representative will meet the group to begin the tour. The itinerary includes a visit to the High Dam and Philae Temple. Overnight accommodation is in Aswan with the option to disembark. Meals provided on board include lunch, afternoon tea, and dinner, followed by an evening disco party.

180 min

Abu Simbel Excursion and Sailing

Around 4:30 am, a driver will pick up guests for a shared small group trip to Abu Simbel. Arrival is around 8 am to visit the rock-cut temples built for King Ramesses II and Queen Nefertari. Return to the cruise by noon for lunch, then sail toward Kom Ombo city. Navigation continues to Edfu. Overnight stay is in Edfu.

120 min

Edfu and Luxor Temples

In the morning, explore the Edfu Temple, recognized as Egypt's most intact temple and devoted to the Falcon God Horus. Afterwards, sail towards Luxor passing through Esna. In the afternoon, tour Luxor Temple along with the vast Karnak Temple complex, featuring the Hypostyle Hall which spans 5356 square meters and is supported by 134 massive columns each measuring 70 feet in height. Overnight stay is arranged in Luxor.

300 min

Luxor Balloon and West Bank Tour

Early morning balloon ride over Luxor's West Bank. After breakfast, disembark for a visit to the Ancient Theban Necropolis on the west bank, including the Valley of the Kings with over 60 pharaoh tombs carved into the cliffs, the Temple of Hatshepsut, and the Colossi of Memnon, remains of Amenophis III's funerary temple. The tour ends around 14:00 with transfers to Luxor Train Station, Airport, or East Bank hotels; west bank hotels may incur extra transport charges. Departure is no later than 4 pm. Note that the itinerary may change due to factors beyond the supplier's control. Some cruises sail on the same or next day afternoon depending on the cruise schedule. Duration approximately 5 hours.

300 min