4 Days / 3 Nights Dahabiya Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor
Aswan to Luxor
4 Days
Cruise Packages
5 Stars
4 days Dahabiya Nile River cruise from Aswan to Luxor will offer a magical experience showcasing the eternal wonders of Upper Egypt that achieved everlasting beauty and bliss. All our guests will get the chance to explore the ancient Egyptian landmarks in upper Egypt during a wonderful journey through the Nile valley for a totally private 3 nights Dahabiya Nile River cruise from Aswan to Luxor to discover the great civilization of ancient Egyptian pharaohs in the most famous archaeological temples such as Karnak temple, Queen Hatshepsut Temple, Valley of the kings, Philae temple, the High Dam, Kom Ombo temple, and Edfu temple. Book this unique tour and discover the majestic wonders of Upper Egypt.
Availability
- 4 Days / 3 Nights — Aswan to Luxor — Departs Every day
Highlights
- ✦Philae Temple
- ✦Aswan High Dam
- ✦Edfu Temple
- ✦Kom Ombo Temple
- ✦Valley of the Kings
- ✦Hatshepsut Temple
- ✦Karnak Temple
- ✦Unfinished Obelisk
- ✦Colossi of Memnon
Itinerary
Choose your preferred itinerary
Day 1 – Visit Aswan Attractions & Sail to Kom Ombo
- Morning time, we will pick you up from Aswan Airport / your hotel or anywhere you decide in Aswan by a private air-conditioned car to start your 3 nights Dahabiya Nile cruise by visiting Aswan Highlights including:
- Aswan High Dam: The grand Aswan High Dam is a modern germ added to southern Egypt in the 60s to launch the new age of industrial innovation by saving water and producing electricity.
- The Unfinished Obelisk: The great unfinished obelisk is the biggest art piece of its kind found in the blessed lands of Aswan and was made between 1508 and 1458 BC to be 41.75 meters (137.0 ft) weighing 1,090 tonnes and stands tall and pride at the shining entrance of the Karnak temples Complex but sadly was broken during the carving process.
- Philae Temple: The majestic Pearl of golden Egypt the magical Philae Temple was built in the 7th century BC and again in 280 BC in the Greco-Roman period by Ptolemy II to become the main home of the worship cult of Isis who was able to bring back her husband Osiris from the dead and give birth of the divine savior Egypt Horus.
- Then embark on your Dahabiya Nile Cruise Boat by enjoying your lunch onboard. Have a charming sail to Kom Ombo. Arrive in Kom Ombo and enjoy the dinner meal before spending the overnight.
- Meals: Lunch, Dinner.
Day 2 – Explore Kom Ombo Temple & Sail to Esna
- At the morning, enjoy your deliciou breakfast before joining your private tour guide to visit:
- Kom Ombo Temple: The magical and unique Kom Ombo Temples remain one of the most unique constructions in all of Egypt as it features a double design that was constructed in the Ptolemaic dynasty around 180–47 BC to honor both Sobek the crocodile water god and Horus the Elder.
- Then continue sailing to Edfu and overnight. Lunch & dinner will be onboard the cruise.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Day 3 – Visit Edfu Temple & Sail to Luxor
- In the morning, enjoy a delicious breakfast onboard the cruise. Then join your tour guide to visit:
- Edfu temple: The golden house of triumph Edfu Remple is a mythical attraction dedicated to the sky falcon god of Victory and protection Horus that came to be in across the Nile River west bank during the Ptolemaic age between 237 and 57 BC during the rule of Cleopatra VIII. It is famous for being the most preserved temple in all of Egypt.
- Continue your Dahabiya Nile Cruise Aswan to Luxor & sailing to Esna and overnight. The lunch and dinner will be onboard the cruise.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Day 4 – Witness Luxor Attractions & End Your Dahabiya
- Disembarkation from your Dahabiya Nile cruise boat in Esna after enjoying your breakfast, then you will be being escorted to Luxor to visit the best tourist attractions:
- Valley of the Kings: The Royal Valley of the gates of the ancient Egyptian Kings was the main final resting place for about 5000 years in the New Kingdom (1550 – 1070 BC) found at the west bank of the Nile River at the core of the Theban Necropolis. In the heart of the Valley of the Kings hill area about 63 tombs to great rulers such as Tutankhamen, Hatshepsut, Ramses the great, Seti I, and more filled with treasures and images about Egyptian mythology and the beliefs and funerary practices of that Time Period
- Hatshepsut Temple: The enchanting mortuary Hatshepsut Temple was created during her reign (1479 – 1458 BC) to be the golden gem that became the holy of holies as the finest example of Classical masterpieces of ancient architecture. It was designed by the main architect Senenmut to honor Amun's creator god.
- Colossi of Memnon: The everlasting statues of Colossi of Memnon were meant to stand at the grand entrance of the ruined Mortuary Temple of Amenhotep III when it was made in 1350 BC out of quartzite stone. The name "Memnon" is directly linked to the Greek name for the golden Theban Necropolis which is the Memnonium.
- Enjoy your lunch at a Nile view restaurant in Luxor, then continue your tour by visiting:
- Karnak Temple: The legendary and divine Karnak Temples Complex is one of the biggest constructions projects ever built in the history of mankind which started in the reign of Senusret I (1971–1926 BCE) in the Middle Kingdom (2000–1700 BCE) and continued all the way to the end of Ptolemaic Kingdom (305–30 BCE) but most of the temples, pylons, chapels, and other buildings was made during the New Kingdom (1570 – 1050 BC). It was and became known as The Most Selected of Places that honored the Amun-Re, Mut, and Montu.
- Later you will be transferred to any place you want in Luxor to end your 4 days Dahabiya Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.
Tours can be added or removed to suit your plans. Slight changes might occur due to circumstances beyond our control.
What's Included
Includes
- Accommodation for 3 nights on board 5-star Dahabiya on a full board basis.
- The assistance of our personnel during your trip.
- All transfers by modern air-conditioned deluxe vehicle.
- All excursions as mentioned in the itinerary.
- Entrance fees to all sights between Aswan and Luxor.
- Egyptologist guide during your journey.
- All service charges and taxes.
Excludes
- Tipping.
- Personal Expenses.
- Any extras not mentioned in the program.
Booking Policies
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