Discover the wonders of ancient Egypt on this fabulous 3 nights Nile cruise package from the Netherlands! This immersive experience will transport you to the heart of ancient Egypt, where you will marvel at awe-inspiring temples, tombs, and other relics of a lost civilization.
From the moment you step aboard your cruise ship, you will be enveloped in the magic of ancient Egypt. As you sail along the Nile River, you will pass by picturesque villages and lush palm groves, while the backdrop of the majestic desert mountains will leave you breathless.
Your first stop will be the beautiful city of Aswan, home to the majestic Philae Temple. Continue your journey to Kom Ombo and Edfu. At Kom Ombo, you will see a unique double temple dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek and the falcon god Horus. At Edfu, you will explore one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt, which is dedicated to the falcon god Horus.
Next, you will set sail to Luxor, where you can discover the Valley of the Kings. As you wander through the labyrinthine passageways of the tombs, you will feel as if you’ve stepped back in time to the age of the pharaohs.
Throughout your 3 nights Nile cruise package from Netherlands, you will also have the opportunity to enjoy a variety of activities, such as traditional Egyptian Galabiya party. You will also have time to relax and soak up the sun on the sundeck of your cruise ship.
This 3 nights Nile cruise package from the Netherlands is the perfect way to experience the magic of ancient Egypt. Immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of this fascinating land, and create memories that will last a lifetime.
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 package from Netherlands. 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 package from Netherlands 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 night Nile cruise package from Netherlands with a transfer to Luxor Airport or Luxor Railway or Luxor hotels.
Optional tour: Sunrise Hot Air Ballooning Over Luxor
