5-Day Private Guided Nile River Cruise from Luxor to Aswan
by Luxor and Aswan Travel
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This private guided Nile River cruise lasts five days and travels from Luxor to Aswan by boat. The tour focuses on the ancient sites along the Nile, which was central to Egyptian civilization. Luxor, located about 420 miles south of Cairo, is the modern city built on the site of ancient Thebes, the capital of the New Kingdom Pharaohs. It contains more than half of Egypt’s antiquities. Aswan lies further south and is known for its distinctive pink and grey granite formations rising through Nubian sandstone. The river here is clear and cool, bordered by vast golden sand dunes. The cruise includes four nights aboard a 5-star standard Nile cruise ship with full board meals - breakfast, lunch, and dinner are provided. A private English-speaking Egyptology guide accompanies guests throughout the trip. All transfers are made in air-conditioned vehicles with qualified drivers. Bottled water is supplied daily, including a complimentary bottle per person per day. Local taxes and services are covered, and English-speaking representatives provide meet-and-assist service. The itinerary focuses on the river journey and the historical sites between Luxor and Aswan. Personal expenses outside the itinerary, extra services not listed, and tips for guides, drivers, or cruise staff are not included. Vegetarian meal options are available if requested at booking. A valid passport is required on the day of travel.
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Itinerary
Upon arrival at Luxor airport, you will meet your rep & transfer to your Nile Cruise. Afternoon, discover the East bank of Luxor including Karnak Temples Complex, which are the largest structures ever build in the history of the mankind. The principal building is that of god Amun Ra. Later on, you will proceed to visit Temple of Luxor, which was built by one of the kings of the 12th dynasty and completed by the well know king Ramses II. This temple was located in the heart of ancient Thebes and, like Karnak, was dedicated to the main/chief god Amun Re.(L-D)
240 min
Breakfast on board. Start your magical tour in Thebes, the sacred land by exploring the wet bank of Luxor including Valley of the Kings, which considers as the royal cemetery of the Theban kings and rulers of ancient Egypt, and the place where our Pharaohs were buried. After that, proceed to visit Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir El Bahari. This temple is considered as one of the most wonderful examples of the Architecture in ancient Egypt, because it was totally carved inside the mountain. At the end of the tour you will visit Colossi of Memnon, which is belonging to king Amenhotep III. (B-L-D)
240 min
Breakfast on board. Then the guide will take you in a mysterious journey to land of secrets. This guided tour of today begins by visiting one of the most wonderful temples in Egypt, Temple of Horus in Edfu, which is considered to be one of the most well preserved temples in Egypt. After that, you will revert back to your ship. Lunch will be served on board during sailing to the city of Kom Ombo. Afternoon, you will proceed to explore Temple of Kom Ombo, where the two gods Sobek & Haroeris. Get back to your ship and enjoy sun deck, watching the unique landscape of the great river Nile. On its banks the ancient Egyptian civilization has been created and flourished. (B-L-D)
240 min
Breakfast on board. Join your Egyptology guide to discover the great city of Aswan, including The High Dam, which has been erected by the Egyptian president Gamal Abdel Nasser in 1960 AD to protect Egypt from the Nile flood. Enjoy sailing on the Nile River by a motor boat till reach Agilika Island, where you will visit Temple of Philae, which was erected during the Gaeco-Roman period and was dedicated to goddess Isis (mother of god Horus). Finally you will be escorted to visit one of the marvelous sightseeing in Aswan, The Unfinished Obelisk, which was made out of red granite and was dedicated to god Amun Ra. (B-L-D)
240 min
Check out after breakfast. Then our representative will accompany you to Aswan airport to take your flight to Cairo.(B) Optional Excursion to Abu Simbel temple
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Cancellation policy
- If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund. If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund. If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
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