Arrival in Aswan & Cruise Embarkation

Aswan Market - Upon arrival at Aswan airport, train station, or bus station, a representative will greet you and transfer you to your Nile Cruise.

After lunch, check-in and begin a tour to explore Aswan’s attractions, including the High Dam and Philae Temple. Return to the Nile Cruise for an overnight stay in Aswan.

Aswan High Dam - Visit the impressive High Dam, a rock-fill dam constructed across the Nile in Aswan between 1960 and 1970. Its purpose is to control the Nile River’s flooding, store water for agriculture, and generate hydroelectric power.

Temple of Philae - Enjoy a brief motorboat ride to Philae Temple Island. The island’s oldest structure is the Temple of the Goddess Isis, commissioned by the native Pharaoh Nectanebo I (380-362 BC), a renowned builder and restorer.

Abu Simbel Temple and Kom-Ombo

Abu Simbel Temple Complex - Depart early at 5:00 AM to visit the Abu Simbel Temple, with a breakfast box provided. After the visit, return to the cruise for lunch. Relax and enjoy the Nile Cruise as it sails to Kom-Ombo, where you will visit the Kom-Ombo Temple and Crocodile Museum. Return to the cruise and sail to Edfu for an overnight stay.

The grand Temple of Abu Simbel, constructed by Ramses II, was saved from the Nile’s waters and stands as a testament to ancient Egyptian monuments. Carved from a sandstone rock cliff, the temple’s façade features representations of the deities it was dedicated to. Nearby, the smaller Temple of the King’s wife Nefertari, dedicated to the goddess Hathor, was also preserved.

Temple of Kom Ombo - Relax and enjoy the Nile Cruise as it sails to Kom-Ombo, where you will visit the Kom-Ombo Temple and Crocodile Museum. Return to the cruise and sail to Edfu for an overnight stay.

Edfu and Luxor

Temple of Horus - After breakfast, take a horse-drawn carriage to visit the Edfu Temple. Return to the Nile Cruise and continue sailing to Esna city. Cross the Esna lock and proceed to Luxor, where you will visit Luxor and Karnak Temples.

An optional sound and light show at Karnak Temple is available. Overnight stay in Luxor.

Temple of Karnak - An Egyptology expert guide will lead you through the Karnak Temple complex. Its ancient name, Ipet-isut, means “The Most Sacred of Places,” and it includes temples dedicated to Mut, Montu, Osiris Hek-Djet, Amun, and the Sacred Lake.

Luxor Temple - Continue to Luxor Temple, built by King Amenhotep III and dedicated to Amon-Re, his consort Mut, and their son Khons.

The Obelisk of Ramses II was completed by Tutankhamun and Horemheb, with additions by Ramses II.

Luxor & Disembarkation

Valley of the Kings - Experience a hot air balloon ride over Luxor, one of the largest open-air museums, starting at sunrise at 4:30 AM. Afterward, return to the cruise for breakfast on board.

After breakfast, check out and begin a tour of Luxor’s west bank attractions, including the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, and Colossi of Memnon. Transfer to your bus station, train station, or airport.

Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el Bahari - Visit the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at El Deir El Bahari.

Colossi of Memnon - On the return journey, stop at the Colossi of Memnon, two enormous seated statues representing Amenophis III facing the Nile.

• 4 Days/3 nights full board Nile cruise
• English-speaking Egyptologist guide
• Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
• Horse carriage ride to Edfu temple
• Motorboat ride to Philae temple
• Sightseeing package / admission fees
• Nightly Entertainment and Teatime
• Souvenirs shopping time
• Pickup and drop-off with air-conditioned modern transportation

• *other Languages guides at supplement $20 per group to be paid in cash
• Tipping, beverages, extra activities, and Personal spending
• Tickets to extra charged tombs (Tutankhamun, Seti I, Ramses V/VI) and Karnak Open Air Museum

• other languages tour-guides are available up to request at an extra cost
• We do pick-up all travelers outside Aswan city at an extra cost

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.