Day 1- Luxor East Bank
Upon reaching Luxor's airport or station, our representative will escort you to your Nile Cruise in a private air-conditioned van. The embarkation is scheduled before 12:00 PM. In the afternoon, you'll explore the eastern bank of Luxor, home to the Karnak Temples Complex, one of mankind's largest ever constructed structures. The main edifice is dedicated to the god Amun Ra, as it was believed to be his earthly residence. The oldest parts of this structure can be traced back to the middle kingdom, while some evidence suggests its origins date as far back as the 3rd dynasty. Following this, you'll visit the Temple of Luxor, a monument initiated by a 12th dynasty king and completed by the famed Ramses II. Situated at the heart of ancient Thebes, it was devoted to the primary god, Amun Re, much like Karnak. After concluding your day's journey, you'll be taken back to your ship for rest and relaxation. In the evening, there will be a performance of traditional Egyptian folklore by the crew. Dinner will be served and you'll spend the night in Luxor. (L-D) Please note: If your arrival in Luxor is exceptionally early, we may begin the tour immediately upon arrival as the cruise check-in time is 12:00.
Meals Day 2- Luxor West Bank- Sail to Edfu
Begin your day with breakfast aboard the Nile cruise, before embarking on an enchanting journey through Thebes, the holy land. Delve into the western side of Luxor, home to the Valley of the Kings, a burial site for ancient Egyptian monarchs and leaders. Following this, make your way to the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir El Bahari. This temple is a unique example of architecture in ancient Egypt as it's completely carved into the mountain. Conclude your tour with a visit to the Colossi of Memnon, associated with King Amenhotep III. After wrapping up your excursion, head back to your ship for a savory lunch. The rest of your day is at your own leisure. Spend your evening enjoying dinner and an overnight stay on the cruise.
Meals Day 3- Edfu-Komombo-Sail to Aswan
Begin your day with breakfast aboard your Nile cruise. Your guide will then lead you on an enchanting journey to a land shrouded in mystery. Today's guided tour will commence with a visit to one of Egypt's most remarkable temples, the Temple of Horus in Edfu. This temple is renowned for being one of the most excellently preserved in all of Egypt. Following this, you'll return to your ship, where lunch will be served as we set sail for the city of Kom Ombo.
In the afternoon, you'll continue your exploration at the Temple of Kom Ombo, a sacred place where the gods Sobek and Haroeris were once venerated. Afterwards, return to your ship and partake in a delightful lunch.
Relish the sun deck and take in the distinctive scenery of the majestic Nile River. It was along these river banks where the ancient Egyptian civilization was born and thrived.
As we navigate towards the city of Aswan, a dinner meal will be served aboard. We'll arrive in Aswan late in the evening and stay overnight.
Meals Day 3- Aswan City Tour
On your vessel, breakfast will be prepared and served. Subsequently, you will accompany your Egyptologist guide on an adventure to explore the magnificent city of Aswan. This includes The High Dam, a monumental structure established by the Egyptian leader Gamal Abdel Nasser in 1960 AD to shield Egypt from the destructive floods of the Nile. Following this, a motorboat journey across the Nile River will take you to Agilika Island. Here, you'll have the opportunity to explore the Philae Temple, constructed during the Gaeco-Roman era and consecrated to the goddess Isis (the divine mother of Horus). Your final stop will be the awe-inspiring Unfinished Obelisk in Aswan, carved from red granite and devoted to the deity Amun Ra. Once your day tour concludes, you'll return to your vessel where lunch will be provided. Afternoon tea will also be served on board. Enjoy the evening at your leisure with dinner and an overnight stay in Aswan.
Meals Day 5- Dis embrakation from cruise
After enjoying your breakfast, our representative will guide you to the Aswan airport or station for your departure to Cairo (Breakfast) **
Optional Tour: A visit to the Abu Simble temples is an option, either by private vehicle or domestic flight. You'll be greeted in Aswan by our English-speaking guide who will escort you via a private air-conditioned van to Abu Simbel, nestled on the western bank of the Nile, south of Aswan in what was once Nubia, 180 miles beyond the First Cataract. The location, historically known as Meha, was first recorded during the 18th Dynasty when Ay and Horemheb commissioned rock-cut chapels in the southern hills. On arrival, you'll tour the Abu Simbel Temples, constructed by the renowned King Ramses II. The largest temple, referred to as the Great Temple, was erected in honor of the celebrated god Rahorakhty by Ramesses II. The smaller temple was dedicated to King Ramesses II himself and his stunning wife Queen Nefertari. After completing your day tour, you'll return to Aswan. Once in Aswan, you'll be delivered by a private air-conditioned van to your selected hotel for check-in and relaxation, or transferred to Aswan airport for your next destination.
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