Embark on a journey through time on a captivating 3 Nights Nile River Cruise from South Africa. This Egypt travel package allows South African travelers to discover the magic of the Nile, sailing between Aswan and Luxor, and exploring ancient wonders along the way.
Discover the ancient wonders of Aswan, Edfu and Luxor with our exclusive Egypt tours from South Africa. A typical 3 day Nile River cruise itinerary takes you on a historical adventure. Departing from Aswan, you’ll witness the majestic Philae Temple. As you sail north, marvel at the grandeur of the Kom Ombo Temple. No Nile River cruise packages are complete without exploring the Temple of Edfu. Your cruise culminates in Luxor, the “City of a Hundred Gates.” Here, be mesmerized by the sheer scale of Karnak Temple, an enormous complex dedicated to the god Amun.
A 3 Nights Nile River Cruise from South Africa is the ideal way for South African travelers to discover the wonders of Egypt. Within a short timeframe, you’ll experience the magic of the Nile, explore breathtaking temples, and gain insights into ancient Egyptian civilization. So, set sail on an unforgettable adventure and discover the timeless beauty of Egypt!
565 USD per person in a twin/double room in a group tour (2-16 people).
960 USD per single traveler, traveling alone.
850 USD per person in a twin/double room (2-16 people).
1445 USD per single traveler, traveling alone.
1210 USD per person in a twin/double room (2-16 people).
2060 USD per single traveler, traveling alone.
1620 USD per person in a twin/double room (2-16 people).
2755 USD per single traveler, traveling alone.
These highlights make the 3 nights Nile cruise from South Africa an exceptional journey, offering an unparalleled blend of history, culture, and scenic beauty.
Touch down in Aswan, gateway to ancient wonders, and embark on a 3 nights Nile cruise from South Africa. Your 4 days Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor awaits, ready to whisk you away on a journey through millennia. Meet your guide, your key to unlocking the secrets of pharaohs and gods.
Explore the wonders 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 Aswan tour at the granite quarry of the Unfinished Obelisk. Then, transfer to your Nile River cruise ship. Free evening, you can discover the city of Aswan.
Optional tour: Nubian Village in Aswan
Meals Plan: Lunch & Dinner
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.
Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Before/after breakfast, you will take a Horse and Carriage to visit the most intact temple in Egypt, the Temple of Horus in Edfu. Edfu Temple, dedicated to Horus, is one of Egypt’s best-preserved temples. Built during the Ptolemaic era, it features impressive carvings and towering pylons. It showcases ancient Egyptian religion and architecture. 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 Karnak and 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 nights Nile cruise from South Africa.
Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Disembarkation, then 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.
Wrap up your 3 nights Nile cruise from South Africa with a transfer to Luxor Airport or Luxor Railway or Luxor hotels. Feel free to contact us about your next adventure in Egypt.
Optional tour: Sunrise Hot Air Ballooning Over Luxor
Meals Plan: Breakfast Only
