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7 Night Nile River Cruise Itinerary from Aswan

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Duration

08Days / 07 Nights

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

15 people

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8 Days Nile cruise from Aswan is a mythical journey of dreams across the immortal wonders of ancient Egypt that radiated everlasting glory and grace. Luxury Egypt Tours is the best travel agency in Egypt which will offer all our clients the best services which include the best Egyptologist tour guide, a magical Nile Cruise, and a private A/C Vehicle in the most magical manner during this delightful Nile Cruise holiday. All our guests will experience the blessings of the Nile River “The Heart of Egypt” for 7 night Nile River cruise itinerary from Aswan to discover the mythical treasures of ancient Egyptian pharaohs and witness the breathtaking temples and tombs such as Karnak temple, Queen Hatshepsut temple, Valley of the KingsEdfu Temple, Philae temple, and more other historical monuments in Luxor and Aswan.
Book this golden experience on board a Nile cruise and live the holiday of your dreams.

Highlights

  • Karnak Temples
  • Luxor Temple by Night
  • Valley of the Kings
  • Hatshepsut Temple
  • Colossi of Memnon
  • The High Dam
  • The Unfinished Obelisk
  • Philae Temple
  • Kom Ombo Temple
  • Abu Simbel Temple

Day One: Embark on Board the Cruise - Visit Aswan Attractions

Morning time, we will pick you up from your hotel to start your tour by exploring some of the most famous Aswan tourist attractions with your private tour guide starting with:


Aswan High Dam:

The divine Aswan High Dam was constructed between the 60s and 70s to offer a positive impact on the economy and culture of the great country of Egypt to make Egypt enter the industrial age.


The Unfinished Obelisk:

The magical Unfinished Obelisk of Queen Hatshepsut (1508-1458 BC) remains of the greatest construction projects in Egypt that never came to be. It was meant to stand at the grand entrance of the Karnak temples complex but was unfortunately cracked during construction. It serves now as the finest architectural open-air museum in Egypt


Philae Temple:

The illuminating Philae temple of the famous goddess Isis of motherhood Isis is a colossal story book made of divine stone that stood the test of time to showcase the “Myth of Osiris”. It was built in 280 BC by king Ptolemy II and was relocated to Agilkia Island between the 60s and 70s as part of the UNESCO Nubia Campaign projectAfter that, we will transfer you to check-in 5* Nile Cruise to enjoy your lunch & dinner and spend the rest of the day.

Meals:
Lunch, Dinner

Overnight: Onboard the Cruise

Day Two: Explore Kom Ombo Temple & Sail to Esna

Breakfast on board then start sail to Kom Ombo and once you arrive, you will join your Egyptologist by a modern A/C vehicle to visit:


Kom Ombo Temple:

The highly exotic double temple "Kom Ombo Temple" " was built between 180 BC and 47 BC in the Ptolemaic dynasty to become the worship house of Haroeris "Horus the Elder' on the north and Sobek the crocodile god of the Nile on the south.
The temple is a great piece of architecture that showcases much great decoration and carving that showcases many medical and astronomical facts during this period Then, have your lunch & dinner and continue sailing to Edfu. Overnight on the cruise.


Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Overnight: Onboard the Cruise

Day Three: Free Day on the Cruise

Have your breakfast and enjoy a free day on board the cruise while sailing to Luxor city. Continue sailing to Luxor and overnight.


Meals:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Overnight: Onboard the Cruise

Day Four: Visit Luxor East Bank Attractions

In the Morning time after breakfast, you will join your private Egyptologist tour guide to discover ancient Egyptian attractions in Luxor east bank where you will visit:

Karnak Temple:
The spiritual Karnak has been known to be many names across its 2000 years old history, it was called Ipet-isu or "The most select of places" in the middle kingdom, also know as Pr-Imn or "House of Amon" plus it is known as the biggest and most ancient religious center on earth since its construction between 2000 BC and 30 BC on 247 acres of sacred land to honor the Theban triad that consisted of Amun, Mut, and Khonsu. The temple complex is a golden archaeological piece of ancient art found Then back to your Nile cruise to have lunch and relax. Evening time, we will pick you up to enjoy: across the magical Avenue of Sphinxes that connects it to the beautiful Luxor Temple, the Precinct of Amun-Re, and the great hypostyle hall plus many more.


Luxor Temple by Night:
The blessed Southern Sanctuary of the ancient Egyptian royalty "Luxor Temple" is the birthplace of kingship which was constructed in 1400 BC to honor the Theban triad of Amun, Mut, and Khonsu, and holds the Opet festival which honors the rejuvenation of kingship and reconciles the human aspect of the kings with the divine office.

Back to your cruise to have the dinner & spend the overnight.

Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Overnight: Onboard the Cruise.

Day Five: Go to Luxor West Bank Attractions

Enjoy your breakfast on the cruise and get ready to continue your 7 night Nile cruise itinerary by a tour to the West Bank of Luxor to visit:

Valley of the Kings:
The extraordinary Valley of the Kings is a World Heritage Site that showcases the beliefs and mindset of the greatest ancient civilization on earth. Found deep in the earth’s belly of the Theban necropolis hills are 63 magical royal tombs of the great Pharaohs of the new kingdom (1570 – 1050 BC) such as Ramses the Great, Hatshepsut, Seti I, Tutankhamen, and various more.

 

Hatshepsut Temple:

The mythical, graceful, and blessed mortuary temple of Queen (1507–1458 BC) is a divine masterpiece of artistic architecture that became known as the holy of the holies. It was constructed in 1479 BC to become the greatest model of classical architecture of the New Kingdom (1570 – 1050 BC), eternalizing her successful achievements, plus honoring mainly the creator sun god Amun, plus Hathor, and Anubis.


Colossi of Memnon:

The illuminating Colossi of Memnon of Pharaoh Amenhotep III (1386 - 1349 BC) came to be in 1350 BC but its quartzite sandstone structures were renovated countless across history. It displays decorations on its sides showcasing his family, achievements, and the image of the Nile god Hapi.

Back to your cruise to have your lunch & dinner. Overnight in the cruise.

Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Overnight: Onboard the Cruise

Day Six: Explore Edfu Temple & Sail Back to Aswan

In the morning, enjoy your breakfast while sailing to Edfu, then join your tour guide to discover the temple of ancient Egyptian deity Horus:

Edfu temple:
is a great mythical piece of art that preserved the memory of an honorable battle that decided the fate of the whole world. It was built between 237 BC and 57 on the west bank of the Nile in Upper Egypt just 60 km north of Aswan and it is now one of the most preserved in Egypt which is believed to be built on the same ground where Set and Horus have their battle.

Return to the cruise to have lunch & dinner, and continue sailing to Aswan. Overnight onboard the cruise. 

Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Overnight: Onboard the Cruise

Day Seven: Tour to Abu Simbel Temple

Early morning, get your breakfast boxes and we will transfer you by a private A/C car to the southwest of Aswan to discover the impressive temple of King Ramses ii :

Abu Simbel Temples:

The blessed Temples of Abu Simbel are a glorious symbol of grandeur and grace. It was built by Pharaoh Ramses the Great in 1200 B.C to honor Amun, Ra, and Ptah plus showcase his power in battle, especially in the battle of Kadesh. The great temple of King Ramses II acted as a center for the great sun festival that happens on the 22 of October and February of each year and the second temple is dedicated to his beautiful wife Queen Nefertari.
After that, we will transfer you back to the Cruise where you will enjoy your lunch & dinner meals and overnight.


Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Overnight: Onboard the Cruise

Day Eight: End Your 7 Nights Nile Cruise From Aswan:

Hint: You can share your thoughts about adding or removing any tours from your tour itinerary to be able to accommodate your requirements and fulfill your needs.

  • - Accommodation for 7 nights on board 5-star cruise on a full board basis.
  • - The assistance of our personnel during your trip.
  • - All transfers by modern air-conditioned deluxe vehicle.
  • - All Nile Cruise excursions as mentioned in the itinerary.
  • - Entrance fees to all sights between Luxor and Aswan.
  • - Egyptologist guide during your tour.
  • - All service charges and taxes.
  • - Tipping.
  • - Personal Expenses.
  • - Any extras not mentioned in the program.

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7 Night Nile River Cruise Itinerary from Aswan
Mahmoud
07/14/2024

Dr. Mahmoud

I liked the the tour with Luxury Egyptian tours. Everything was perfect, service, guiding..... Highly recommend
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