Imagine the allure of ancient Egypt unfolding as you set sail on a 3-night Nile cruise from Marsa Alam. This journey, stretching from Aswan to Luxor, offers travelers from Marsa Alam an unparalleled opportunity to connect with the past, gliding along the timeless Nile.
Your adventure begins in Aswan, where Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis, awaits. This majestic structure stands as a testament to Egypt’s rich spiritual heritage, its columns reflecting stories of devotion. As the cruise continues, Edfu Temple rises on the riverbank. Here, the god Horus watches over, his legacy carved into the sandstone walls. Exploring this site, you feel the power and protection that this temple once symbolized.
Approaching Luxor, Karnak Temple greets you with its massive columns and towering obelisks. This ancient complex, once the center of religious life in Thebes, captivates with its grandeur and the mysteries hidden within its vast courtyards. No Nile cruise itinerary would be complete without a visit to the Valley of the Kings. Here, in the silence of the desert, the tombs of pharaohs whisper stories of a world long past, offering glimpses into their journey to the afterlife.
For travelers on Marsa Alam tours, a 3-night Nile cruise from Marsa Alam is more than just a trip. It’s a journey through history, culture, and the very essence of Egypt. With each stop, you’ll gain a deeper appreciation for the wonders that have stood the test of time.
699 USD per person in a twin/double room (2-16 people)
1190 USD per single traveler (Traveling alone).
970 USD per person in a twin/double room (2-16 people)
1650 USD per single traveler (traveling alone)
1299 USD per person in a twin/double room (2-16 people)
2210 USD per single traveler (traveling alone)
1680 USD per person in a twin/double room (2-16 people)
2855 USD per single traveler (traveling alone)
Please keep in mind that slight changes might occur due to circumstances beyond our control.
This 3 night Nile cruise journey offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and stunning Nile scenery, making it an unforgettable part of any Marsa Alam tour.
Your 3-night Nile cruise from Marsa Alam begins when our driver picks you up from your hotel to travel to Aswan. Board your Nile cruise and enjoy your lunch, then you will meet with your guide to commence your Aswan tour.
Explore the highlights of the beautiful City of Aswan. Visit the High Dam, a great engineering feat of 1960s, to generate electricity and to stop floods. Then proceed to the beautiful Temple of Philae. This temple was built during the Greco-Roman era and dedicated to Isis, goddess of Magic and Love in ancient Egypt. End your tour at the granite quarry of the Unfinished Obelisk.
Transfer to your Nile River cruise ship. Free evening, you can discover the city of Aswan.
Optional tour: Nubian Village in Aswan
Enjoy a free morning or join us on an optional tour to the phenomenal temples of Abu Simbel.
Your River Nile cruise ship will set sail to Kom Ombo around the lunchtime. Disembark at Kom Ombo to visit the twin Temple of gods Horus, and Sobek. The temple was built over the ruined temple of the New Kingdom. The temple began during the time of Ptolemy V and was completed by the time of Emperor Tiberius. The emperors Domitian, Caracalla, and others added to the temple. So it took about 400 years to finish.
Enjoy a short visit to the Crocodile Museum before you go back to your Nile cruise ship to set sail to Edfu. Overnight in Edfu.
Before/after breakfast, you will take a Horse and Carriage to visit the most intact temple in Egypt, the Temple of Horus in Edfu. The temple is very intact, none of its elements are missing but the Sacred Lake and two obelisks. The Sacred Lake was on the east side of the temple but now vanished under the city’s modern houses. The two obelisks were located in front of the main gate of the temple. The Temple of Edfu is fully inscribed with reliefs and hieroglyphs on its exterior and interior walls.
Take your carriage back to your Nile River cruise ship to set sail to Luxor via the Lock of Esna. Upon arrival in Luxor, you will visit the impressive Temple of Karnakand the majestic Temple of Luxor. Both temples were dedicated to the Theban Triad; Amun, Mut and Khonsu.
Return back to your cruise ship to savor the final evening of your 3 night Aswan to Luxor Nile cruise from Marsa Alam in Luxor.
Disembarkation, followed by visiting the magnificent Valley of the Kings, where pharaohs of the New Kingdom were buried. There are 65 tombs there, and your guide will recommend the best three are open to visit. From the Valley of the Kings to the unique Temple of the female pharaoh Hatshepsut, who ruled Egypt for about 20 years as a sole pharaoh. You will end your tour with a photo stop at the giant Colossi of Memnon of Amenhotep III.
Wrap up your 3-night Nile cruise from Marsa Alam with a transfer back to your hotel in Marsa Alam. You can ask your tour guide about your next trip to Egypt.
Optional tour: Sunrise Hot Air Ballooning Over Luxor
