3 Night Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor
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Experience Highlights
This 4-day, 3-night cruise starts in Aswan and follows the course of the Nile to Luxor in the south of the country. During the experience, you will be able to take in the scenery and disembark to see some of Egypt's most beautiful monuments: Abu Simbel, the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Philae and much more.
The price also includes an expert Egyptologist guide, travel in air-conditioned vehicles and meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner.
- Feel like an Agatha Christie book on a three-night cruise on the Nile
- Learn about the history of ancient Egypt and its monuments from an expert guide.
- Enjoy the on-board swimming pool and meals included.
- Take advantage of the air-conditioned vehicle transfers
What’s included
- 3-night Nile Cruise
- Accommodation in a private room
- Qualified Egyptologist Guide
- Breakfast (3)
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Step by Step
By choosing a 3-night cruise on the great African river, you will be able to contemplate the most beautiful monuments of Egypt while travelling on a perfectly equipped boat. The price includes three breakfasts, lunches and dinners, transfers to and from your hotel in Aswan and an expert Egyptologist guide. While sailing, you can also enjoy the on-board bar, a disco and the outdoor swimming pool.
Day 1 - Aswan
The first day focuses on attractions in the city and the surrounding area. One of these is the Temple of Philae, dedicated to the myth of Osiris, who in tradition taught men how to farm and produce wine. You will also see the High Dam, a huge construction that provides hydroelectric power for the country and flood control for the river. In the afternoon, you can return to the boat or visit Aswan on your own.
Meals: lunch and dinner
Day 2 - Aswan to Edfu
The second day is dedicated to one of the most impressive monuments of the country: Abu Simbel. A vehicle will pick you up in the morning to take you to the archaeological complex, built around 1274 BC to celebrate the Egyptian victory over the Hittites at the Battle of Kadesh. You will return to the ship around lunchtime.
Meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 3 - Edfu and Luxor (east bank)
Edfu is famous for the temple dedicated to Horus, the falcon-headed god. It stands on the site where, according to tradition, the battle between Horus and the evil god Seth took place. You will then continue your cruise to Luxor, where you will visit the temple of Luxor, which is part of the archaeological complex of Karnak. Inside you will find splendid monuments such as the statues dedicated to Ramses II and the imposing colonnade built by Amenhotep III.
Meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 4 - Luxor (west bank)
The fourth and final day is dedicated to the west bank, where the ancient Egyptian city of Thebes is located, complemented by an important necropolis. Your guide will explain the history of the most impressive monuments:
- Valley of the Kings - Burial place of the pharaohs of the New Kingdom of Egypt. The tombs of Ramesses III and IV, Sanakht and Tausert are among the best preserved.
- Temple of Hatshepsut - Impressive funerary temple surrounded by limestone reliefs. Hatchepsut was one of the few female pharaohs.
- Colossi of Memnon - Two huge statues guarding the entrance to Luxor. A short distance away are the ruins of the funerary temple of Amenhotep III.
At the end of the 4-day tour, you can stay in Luxor or return to your hotel from Luxor train station or airport.
Meals: breakfast
