4-Day Nile Cruise in Aswan and Luxor with Hot Air Balloon and Abu Simbel
by Roxana Travel
Overview
This four-day Nile cruise covers key sites between Aswan and Luxor, including Abu Simbel and the Valley of the Kings. Guests stay three nights aboard a 5-star cruise ship with air-conditioned transport throughout the trip. The itinerary includes visits to major temples at Edfu, Abu Simbel, and the Valley of the Kings, accompanied by a qualified Egyptology guide. Meals provided on the cruise include breakfast, lunch, and dinner. On one morning, participants take a hot air balloon flight over the Luxor area, weather permitting. If the balloon flight is canceled due to bad weather, a partial refund is given. On the last day, disembarkation occurs at 1:00 PM. Hotel transfers are included to begin and end the cruise. Room arrangements depend on booking: single travelers receive a private cabin; groups of three share a triple room. Separate bookings are required for individuals wanting their own rooms when traveling in groups. An additional fee applies during peak holiday periods between December 20 and January 7. Tipping is not included in the price.
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Itinerary
Aswan Arrival and Nile Tour
Arrive in Aswan and be picked up from the hotel, train station, or airport to begin the tour. Proceed to the Nile to take a motorboat to Philae Temple. Continue to visit the Aswan High Dam. After the day tour, check in to the Nile Cruise. Lunch is served, followed by rest and refreshment. In the evening, a Nubian party is hosted by the cruise staff.
360 min
Abu Simbel and Kom Ombo Visit
Pickup is around 5:00 AM for a visit to Abu Simbel temple. Return to Aswan around 1 PM where the cruise departs sailing towards Kom Ombo. Enjoy natural scenery and photograph Egyptian and Nubian cultural sites. Stop at Kom Ombo to visit Kom Ombo temple. Then the cruise sails towards Edfu.
600 min
Edfu Temple and Luxor Arrival
After breakfast, visit Edfu temple by horse-carriage. Sail while viewing local villages along both sides of the Nile. Drink Egyptian tea on the cruise sun deck during sailing. Pass through the Esna lock. Arrive in Luxor at sunset. Opportunity to visit the local market and try upper Egyptian sugar cane juice.
300 min
Luxor Balloon and Temple Tour
At approximately 5:30 AM, take a hot air balloon flight over Luxor. Following the balloon ride, visit the west bank sites including the Valley of the Kings, the temple of Queen Hatshepsut, and the Colossi of Memnon. Afterwards, proceed to the east bank to explore Karnak Temple, the largest temple worldwide, and then Luxor temple. Finally, transfer comfortably to the hotel, train station, or Luxor Airport.
600 min
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Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
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