Meet your Egyptologist guide at your Aswan hotel and begin your adventure with a visit to the Aswan High Dam. Next, hop on a motor boat to get to Philae Island. After a tour of the island and a visit to the temple, board your 5-star cruise. Snap some photos of both sides of the Nile and hear about the cultures of the Nubians and the ancient Egyptians. Drink your tea on the sun deck while you enjoy the scenery. Spend the night on your cruise ship
In the early morning ( Optional tour to Abu Simbel ) ( At around 4:30 AM, our driver will pick you up for an extraordinary visit to Abu Simbel. By around 8 AM, you'll arrive at this impressive site, home to the rock-cut temples of Abu Simbel, built for the illustrious King Ramesses II and his beloved Queen Nefertari. After your visit, you'll return to the cruise in time for lunch before setting sail towards Kom Ombo.) you continue your journey along the Nile. Enjoy the free time on the cruise then the cruise sails in the River Nile in the afternoon ,, Later the cruise will stop to visit the Temple of Kom Ombo where you will visit the temple with your friendly guide, The Nile Cruise continue the sailing towards Edfu Temple. Over Night In Edfu.
Breakfast at 6:00 Am, and at 7:00 Am pick a time to visit Edfu, you will discover the huge temple dedicated to the god Horus by horse carriage and tour it with your guide, return around 09:30 Am Enjoy the free time while the cruise sails in the River Nile ,, Later the cruise will stop in luxor after Noon you will have the chance to discover and visit the biggest temple in the world, Karnak Temple. Drive over to see the small, beautiful temple of Luxor. Over Night Luxor
Breakfast around 7:00 Am, and at 8:00 Am you will be meeting your guide and starting your day by visiting the west bank of Luxor, the great Valley of the Kings where generations of pharaohs & Nobles were buried in splendid crypts cut into the cliffs and guarded by the huge colossi of Memnon. You will then visit the temple of Queen Hatchepsut., return to the cruise, to take your Luggeg and transfir to the airport or train station. Finish your tour in Luxor.
The standard 4-day cruise from Aswan to Luxor is a one-way trip that efficiently covers all the major highlights of Upper Egypt.
Day 1 (Aswan): Arrival in Aswan. After checking in and having lunch on board, you will typically tour the key sites in Aswan, including the Aswan High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk, and the beautiful Philae Temple. The cruise ship will remain docked in Aswan overnight.
Day 2 (Sailing): The ship sails north. You will visit the unique, double-sided Temple of Kom Ombo, dedicated to two gods. Afterward, you will continue sailing to Edfu, where you will dock for the night.
Day 3 (Sailing to Luxor): In the morning, you will visit the incredibly well-preserved Temple of Horus at Edfu. The ship will then continue sailing toward Luxor, often passing through the fascinating Esna Lock. The ship will dock in Luxor for the night.
Day 4 (Luxor): After breakfast, you will disembark and spend the day exploring the monumental sites of Luxor. The day is often divided into two parts: the West Bank (the "City of the Dead") to visit the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatshepsut, and the Colossi of Memnon, and the East Bank (the "City of the Living") to tour the immense Karnak Temple Complex and the elegant Luxor Temple. The tour ends with a transfer to your hotel, airport, or train station in Luxor.
5-star Nile cruise package is designed to be comprehensive and hassle-free, but it's crucial to know what to expect.
Accommodation: Your package includes three nights on a 5-star cruise ship in a river-view cabin with an en-suite bathroom.
Meals: The cruise is on a full-board basis, which includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Meals are typically served in an open buffet style with a variety of local and international cuisine.
Tours & Transfers: All guided excursions to the sites mentioned in the itinerary are included. You will have a professional, licensed Egyptologist guide. The package also covers all entrance fees to the main sites and private, air-conditioned transfers to and from the boat at the beginning and end of the tour.
Onboard Entertainment: Most cruises feature evening entertainment, such as a "galabiya party" (a traditional dress-up night), a belly dance show, or a Nubian folk music performance.
Tipping (Gratuities): This is a significant consideration. It is a customary part of Egyptian tourism and is not included in the package price. You should budget a separate amount for tips for your tour guide, driver, and the entire cruise crew.
Drinks: Beverages, including bottled water, soft drinks, and alcoholic beverages, are not included with meals and must be paid for separately.
Optional Excursions: Extra tours like the full-day trip to the Abu Simbel Temples from Aswan or a hot air balloon ride over Luxor are a popular but separate cost.
Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi is often available on board but can be slow and expensive. It is typically a paid service, and many travelers find it more reliable to purchase a local SIM card upon arrival in Egypt.
Check-in: The standard check-in time for most Nile cruises is around 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM, just before lunch. If you arrive earlier, you can usually leave your luggage on the boat and start your first tour.
Check-out: The disembarkation time is typically early, around 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM, on the last day, just after breakfast. Even if your flight or train is later in the day, you will need to leave your cabin. However, you can often leave your luggage at the reception and use the ship's public areas until it's time for your final transfer.
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