night nile cruise from aswan to Luxor
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Day 1: Aswan Highlights
Start your 3 Nights Nile Cruise From Aswan to Luxor
A private A/C vehicle will pick you up from your hotel or Aswan Airport to Begin your 3 Nights Nile Cruise From Aswan to Luxor. Once you arrive, you will meet your local Egyptologist tour guide. After that, you will visit the best attractions in Aswan.
Philae Temple:
The majestic Philae Temple dates back to the Ptolemaic dynasty and was dedicated to the goddess Isis. Admire the intricate carvings and reliefs on the temple’s walls, pillars, and courtyards. These include scenes from Egyptian mythology and history.
The Unfinished Obelisk:
Marvel at the sheer magnitude of the Unfinished Obelisk, a colossal monument made of striking red granite. Discover Egyptian artisans’ ancient tools and techniques while captivated by this unfinished marvel, abandoned due to a crack unearthed during its meticulous carving.
Aswan High Dam:
Enjoy the majestic Aswan High Dam at the End of your first day Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor. Aswan High Dam is an impressive feat of modern engineering, and it was built in the 1960s to control the flooding of the Nile River and provide electricity to Egypt. Visitors can also take in the stunning views of Lake Nasser and the surrounding desert. Check into your 5* Deluxe Nile Cruise and enjoy a sumptuous lunch on board and Overnight on the Nile cruise.
Day 2: Sail and Visit Kom Ombo Temple
Enjoy a delightful breakfast on the Nile River cruise and start sailing towards Kom Ombo. Admire the stunning scenery of the Nile River. Enjoy lush green fields, desert mountains, and small villages along the riverbanks. Continue your Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor, visiting these breathtaking sites.
Kom Ombo Temple:
Experience the extraordinary Kom Ombo Temple, a remarkable tribute to God sopek, the crocodile god, and Horus, the falcon god. Be enchanted by the temple’s awe-inspiring architecture, adorned with captivating reliefs and inscriptions that embellish its walls and columns. These intricate depictions showcase ancient medical traditions, religious ceremonies, and vibrant glimpses into the daily lives of the past.
Return to the Nile cruise for lunch. Take some time to relax and enjoy the onboard amenities. Watch the stunning sunset over the Nile River. The ship will keep sailing towards Edfu. Overnight on board the Nile cruise
Day 3: Visit Edfu Temple
After breakfast on board, our tour guide will accompany you to continue the 3 Nights Nile Cruise From Aswan to Luxor. Visit the following:
Edfu Temple:
The worshippers dedicate the impressive Edfu Temple to the god Horus, the falcon-headed deity revered for his dominion over the sky and warfare. This marvelously preserved monument is an exceptional showcase of ancient Egyptian architecture, proudly holding its position as one of its largest and best-preserved temples.
Adorning the temple are monumental pylons, grand hypostyle halls, and chambers, which reveal captivating scenes and symbols representing the ancient Egyptian religion and mythology. These chambers house depictions that immerse visitors in the rich tapestry of beliefs and legends from the bygone era.
You will return to the Nile cruise. Enjoy a leisurely lunch as the ship sails towards Luxor. Admire the picturesque landscapes and rural communities as you pass by. Take in the stunning views of the Nile River and the surrounding desert as you relax on the sun deck or in your cabin. Overnight on board the Nile cruise
Day 4: Enjoy Luxor Monuments
Disembark from the Nile cruise after breakfast. Head to the best of Luxor with your tour guide. Travel by a modern A/C vehicle to explore:
Karnak Temple:
It is a vast ancient temple complex located on the east bank of the Nile River in Luxor, Egypt. It is one of the largest and most impressive temple complexes in the world, covering an area of approximately 200 acres.
Over more than 2,000 years, from the Middle Kingdom to the Ptolemaic period, the monumental Karnak Temple emerged as a testament to the religious fervor of ancient Egypt. This sprawling temple complex is dedicated to the revered deity AMUN, who held paramount importance during the influential New Kingdom period. Known as “Ipet-it,” meaning “the most select of places,” this magnificent temple earned its reputation as the foremost religious center in ancient Egypt.
Proceed the Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor and visit
the Valley of the Kings:
The Valley of the Kings is a famous burial ground on the Nile River’s west bank in Luxor, Egypt. This archaeological site is one of the most important in the world, and it is renowned for its large tombs and burial chambers from the New Kingdom period of ancient Egypt.
The Valley of the Kings is home to over 60 tombs, many elaborately decorated with paintings and hieroglyphs that provide insights into ancient Egyptian beliefs about death and the afterlife.
The Tombs were built between the 16th and 11th centuries BCE, during the New Kingdom period, specifically the 18th, 19th, and 20th dynasties. The tombs were constructed for pharaohs, queens, and high-ranking officials.
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the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut:
The Temple of Queen Hatshepsut is one of the top attractions you’ll experience during your Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor. It is a remarkable structure built into a cliff face and dedicated to the queen who ruled Egypt for over 20 years as a pharaoh. Admire this unique temple’s impressive colonnades, terraces, and chapels, and learn about Hatshepsut’s achievements and legacy.
Conclude your 3-night Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor with a delectable lunch at a local restaurant, followed by a visit to the iconic .
The Colossi of Memnon:
are Two enormous statues that once guarded the entrance to a temple and are dedicated to the reign of AMENHOTEP|||. We will drive you to your Luxor hotel or Airport when the tour concludes.