Day 1- Luxor East Bank
Upon your arrival at the Luxor airport or station, our delegate will escort you via a private air-conditioned vehicle to your Nile Cruise. The boarding process should be completed before noon. In the afternoon, you'll explore Luxor's East bank, including the massive Karnak Temples Complex— the most significant architectural feat in human history. The main construction is dedicated to the god Amun Ra and is considered his earthly abode. Although the earliest parts of this structure can be traced back to the middle kingdom, there are references suggesting its origins date as far back as the 3rd dynasty. Following this, you will visit Luxor Temple, constructed by a 12th dynasty king and finished by the famous King Ramses II. Like Karnak, this temple was in the heart of ancient Thebes and was dedicated to the primary deity, Amun Re. After concluding your day tour, you will be taken back to your ship for some relaxation. In the evening, an Egyptian folkloric show will be hosted by the crew. Dinner will be served, and you'll spend the night in Luxor. (L-D)
Meals Day 2- Luxor west Bank -sail to Edfu
Start your day with a meal on the Nile cruise, before setting off on an enchanting journey through Thebes, the hallowed land. Begin with an exploration of Luxor's west bank, home to the Valley of the Kings. This site served as the final resting place for the monarchs and rulers of ancient Egypt. Following this, your journey continues to the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir El Bahari. Carved directly into the mountain, this temple stands as one of the most remarkable examples of ancient Egyptian architecture. Your tour concludes with a visit to the Colossi of Memnon, a monument dedicated to King Amenhotep III. Post this, you'll return to your vessel for lunch. Enjoy a leisurely afternoon followed by dinner and an overnight stay on the cruise.
Meals Day 3- Edfu-Kom ombo- sail to Aswan
Savor your morning meal aboard your Nile cruise. Following this, your guide will embark on a fascinating journey into the realm of enigmas. Today's guided expedition commences with a visit to one of Egypt's most awe-inspiring temples, the Temple of Horus in Edfu, renowned for being among the best-preserved sanctuaries in Egypt. Subsequently, you will return to your vessel, where lunch will be provided as we voyage towards the city of Kom Ombo.
In the afternoon, we continue our exploration with a visit to the Temple of Kom Ombo, which once served as a place of worship for the gods Sobek & Haroeris. After this enlightening visit, return to your ship for lunch.
Spend time on the sun deck, taking in the unparalleled scenery of the mighty Nile. It is along its banks that ancient Egyptian civilization was born and thrived.
As we sail to the city of Aswan, your dinner will be served onboard. Late in the evening, we arrive in Aswan for an overnight stay.
Meals Day 4- Aswan city tour
Your ship will provide breakfast for you. After that, you'll unite with a certified Egyptologist to explore the magnificent city of Aswan, which includes The High Dam. This impressive structure was constructed by Egyptian President Gamal Abdel Nasser in 1960 AD to shield Egypt from the flooding of the Nile. Subsequently, you will embark on a motorboat journey on the Nile River until you arrive at Agilika Island. Here, you'll explore the Temple of Philae, built during the Gaeco-Roman era and dedicated to the goddess Isis (Horus's mother). Then, you’ll be guided to one of Aswan's incredible attractions, The Unfinished Obelisk. This monument, carved from red granite, was dedicated to Amun Ra. Concluding your day's excursion, you will return to your ship where lunch will be served. Afternoon tea will also be available onboard. The evening is yours to enjoy at your leisure. Dinner and overnight stay will be in Aswan.
Meals Day 5- Disembarkation from cruise
After you have your morning meal, one of our associates will escort you to the Aswan airport or station for your flight to Cairo (Breakfast). **Optional Tour: You can choose to visit the Abu Simbel temples either via a private coach or a domestic flight. Our English-speaking guide in Aswan will arrange for your private, air-conditioned transport to Abu Simbel, situated on the western bank of the Nile, south of Aswan. It's 180 miles south of the First Cataract, in what used to be Nubia. The location was called Meha in olden times and was first recorded in the 18th Dynasty when Ay and Horemheb had chapels carved into the southern hills. Upon reaching, you will tour the Abu Simbel Temples, constructed by the renowned Pharaoh Ramses II. The largest temple is known as the Great Temple, dedicated to the revered god Rahorakhty. A smaller temple is dedicated to Pharaoh Ramesses II and his beloved wife, Queen Nefertari. After completing your tour, you will return to Aswan. When you arrive in Aswan, you will be privately transported to your selected hotel for some rest and refreshment, or directly to Aswan airport for your departure.
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