Enjoy a lovely 3 nights Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor. Egypt Best Vacations is delighted to provide you with this fabulous 3 nights Nile cruise itinerary. The Nile River has been the lifeblood of Egypt for millennia, its banks adorned with ancient temples and tombs that tell the story of a civilization that once flourished. A Nile River cruise is the perfect way to experience the magic of ancient Egypt, combining sightseeing with relaxation and luxury.
A 3 nights Nile cruise itinerary from Aswan to Luxor is a fantastic way to explore the ancient wonders of Egypt while enjoying the amenities of the cruise ship. This 3 nights Nile Cruise itinerary takes you on a journey through time, visiting historical sites that span thousands of years of Egyptian civilization. From the Philae Temple in Aswan to the Valley of the Kings in Luxor. You will discover some of the most impressive monuments and landmarks of ancient Egypt, while also enjoying the breathtaking scenery of the Nile River and the surrounding landscapes.
Whether you’re a history buff or just looking for a unique and unforgettable travel experience, this Nile cruise itinerary is sure to leave a lasting impression. Book your 3 nights Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor today and embark on an unforgettable journey through the heart of ancient Egypt!
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490 USD per person in a twin/double room in a group tour (2-16 people).
760 USD per person in a twin/double room (2-16 people).
1090 USD per person in a twin/double room (2-16 people).
1470 USD per person in a twin/double room (2-16 people).
Arrival at Aswan airport/railway to begin your 3 nights Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor. Meet your guide to commence your 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. Free evening in Luxor to wander through the city. Enjoy your last night of your 3 nights Nile cruise itinerary in Luxor.
Disembarkation. Visit 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.
You will end your 3 nights Nile cruise package with a transfer to Luxor Airport or Luxor Railway or Luxor hotels.
Optional tour: Sunrise Hot Air Ballooning Over Luxor
