Upon arrival at Luxor airport, guests will board their Nile cruise ship, with embarkation beginning before 12pm to start their 5-day Luxor to Aswan cruise. In the afternoon, travelers will discover the East bank of Luxor, including a guided tour of the expansive Karnak Temple Complex, among the largest structures ever built. Construction first began during the Middle Kingdom, with some parts tracing back to the 3rd dynasty. The principal structures are dedicated to the god Amun-Ra, regarded as his earthly abode. Next is a visit to Luxor Temple, built by a 12th dynasty pharaoh and later completed by Ramesses II. Located at the center of ancient Thebes, it shares the dedication to Amun-Ra with Karnak. Following the tours, guests will return to their cruise ship for rest. An evening folkloric show will be presented by staff, followed by dinner onboard as the ship remains docked in Luxor for the night.
A breakfast buffet will be served onboard before today's touring of Luxor's West Bank begins, exploring the Valley of the Kings and its royal tombs. Next is the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir El Bahari, one of Egypt's finest examples of architecture carved directly into the mountainside. The tour concludes at the Colossi of Memnon, belonging to Amenhotep III. Lunch is onboard as the ship sets sail for Edfu. The afternoon is spent at leisure on the ship. Dinner and overnight cruise to Edfu.
Breakfast is served before disembarking for guided tours of the well-preserved Temple of Horus in Edfu, and the dual sanctuary of Sobek and Haroeris at Kom Ombo. Lunch is served onboard during the cruise between the two destinations. After exploring Kom Ombo, guests return to the ship to relax and watch the Nile landscape from the sun deck as dinner is served en route to Aswan for the night.
This morning after breakfast onboard, guests will visit several landmarks in Aswan including the High Dam. Next is a visit to Agilika Island to explore the picturesque Temple of Philae, dedicated to Isis. The final stop is the Unfinished Obelisk, begun from a single stone but never completed. Lunch is served onboard followed by afternoon tea. The remainder of the day is spent at leisure in Aswan. Dinner and overnight onboard.
A breakfast buffet is served before disembarkation after breakfast. An optional full-day tour is available to the iconic temples of Abu Simbel, far south on the border of Sudan. Ramses II's temples were meticulously relocated here in the 1960s after construction of the Aswan High Dam threatened to flood the area. The smaller temple was built for his wife Nefertari and honors the goddess Hathor. For those not selecting the Abu Simbel option, a transfer will be provided to Aswan airport for the return flight to Cairo after breakfast. Meals included on this last cruise day are breakfast only. Guests end their Nile cruise experience having explored Egypt's treasures from Luxor to Aswan.
Travelers on this 5 Days Nile cruise will uncover a wealth of treasures from ancient Egypt's golden age while sailing between Luxor and Aswan. From spellbinding temples and tombs to authentic culture and cuisine, this tour offers an all-encompassing Egyptian experience.
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Welcome to Luxor
Discover the wonders of East Luxor including the immense Karnak Temple complex and the Luxor Temple on this first day. Karnak, constructed over 1500 years, featured a grand avenue of ram-headed sphinxes and colossal statues. Visit the sanctuary of Amun-Ra and neighboring small temples. Luxor Temple, constructed primarily by Ramesses II, has astonishing carved reliefs and the remaining part of the Avenue of the Sphinxes that once joined it with Karnak.
Thebes West Bank Safari
Exploring the West Bank of Luxor today includes the exquisite Queen Hatshepsut Temple at El Deir and the Valley of the Kings. At Deir El Bahari, view Hatshepsut’s dramatic terraced structure with its sanctuary and statuary dedicated to her patron god Amun. The Valley of the Kings holds over 60 magnificent royal tombs including that of Tutankhamun. Admire their vivid painted walls depicting the ancient Egyptian afterlife. Conclude at the Colossi of Memnon, two gigantic seated statues of Amenhotep III.
Temples of Edfu and Kom Ombo
After breakfast onboard, visit the rare Greco-Roman temple of Horus at Edfu, one of Egypt’s most completely preserved temples renowned for its sculpted entrance pylon and grand hypostyle hall. Continue sailing to Kom Ombo where two distinct temples were built side-by-side, one dedicated to Sobek the crocodile god and Haroeris the falcon god. Explore its well-preserved painted columns and twin sanctuaries before returning to the vessel.
Splendors of Aswan
In Aswan, visit the Aswan High Dam and Agilika Island to see the spectacular slender columns and carvings of the Temple of Philae dedicated to Isis. View an unfinished obelisk demonstrating the ancient stone-cutting techniques used to fashion these imposing monuments. Marvel at the immense stone carvings that adorned the magnificent temples and palaces of ancient Egypt. Bid farewell to your Nile voyage as your trip concludes.
Optional Abu Simbel Day Trip
For those wishing to extend their Egyptian adventure, an optional day trip to Abu Simbel can be arranged. This early morning excursion allows visitors to witness firsthand the engineering marvel that saved two massive rock-cut temples from inundation during construction of the Aswan High Dam. The towering facades of Ramses II and Nefertari are decorated with colossal seated figures and walls with finely sculpted hieroglyphics and relief carvings, transporting visitors back to ancient Egypt’s New Kingdom era of imperial power and grandeur. The optional trip to Abu Simbel provides a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to behold these architectural wonders. An afternoon return to Aswan marks the end of this unforgettable Egyptian voyage.
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