Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan 8 Days/ 7 Nights

Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan
8 Days / 7 Nights

Based on the itinerary you provided, here is a complete and detailed breakdown of the 8-Day Standard Nile Cruise Trip Between Luxor and Aswan. This extended itinerary allows for a more relaxed pace and includes all major historical sites with plenty of time for leisure and enjoying the cruise experience.

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We Are Certified in Egypt / Luxor

🔺 Worked with Dr. Zahi Hawass (The Experience Egyptologist in Egypt)

🔺 Egyptian Excavation Mission – Valley of the Kings, Luxor – June 24th, 2021

🔺 In cooperation with the University of Chicago & the German Archaeological Institute

We Are Certified in Egypt / Luxor

• Duration: 8 Days / 7 Nights
• Route: Round trip between Luxor and Aswan (Luxor → Aswan → Luxor)
• Accommodation: 7 nights on a 5-star Nile Cruise boat on a full-board basis.
• Key Destinations: Luxor (East and West Banks), Edfu, Kom Ombo, Aswan, and the Abu Simbel Temples.
• Travel Style: A leisurely, comprehensive journey that covers all the major highlights of Upper Egypt. The 8-day format allows for more time in each city and on the cruise, reducing the feeling of being rushed.

Pick-up Points:

⬇️ From Aswan East Bank ⬇️ From West Bank ⬇️ From Nile Cruise Boats

Prices per Person

Note:

• Prices for 8 Days Nile Cruise from Luxor may vary depending on group size. Contact us for a custom quote.
• Departure times are flexible and will be confirmed with you in advance.

8 Days Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan Itinerary – 8 Days / 7 Nights

Day 1: Arrival & Boarding

• Arrival: You will be met at Luxor airport or your hotel and transferred to the cruise boat.
• Check-in & Lunch: Board the 5-star Nile cruise boat before lunch. The cruise will serve a variety of vegetarian and international food.
• Leisure Time: The afternoon is yours to relax, settle into your cabin, and explore the immediate area around the cruise dock in Luxor.
• Evening: Enjoy dinner on board, followed by an evening of entertainment, such as a disco. Overnight in Luxor.

Day 2: Luxor West Bank Tours & Sailing

• Early Morning: Wake up in Luxor.
• Hot Air Balloon Ride: This is a major highlight. You will be picked up early for a spectacular sunrise hot air balloon flight over the West Bank of Luxor, offering a breathtaking aerial view of the temples and monuments.
• West Bank Tour: After breakfast, your guide will take you on a tour of the West Bank, also known as the “City of the Dead.”
  • Valley of the Kings: Visit the burial site of many pharaohs of the New Kingdom. Your ticket allows entry into three royal tombs.
  • Temple of Hatshepsut: Explore the stunning Mortuary Temple of the female pharaoh Queen Hatshepsut, a unique piece of ancient architecture.
  • Colossi of Memnon: Make a photo stop at the two colossal statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III.
• Sailing: Return to the boat for lunch. In the afternoon, the cruise will begin its journey south towards Aswan. You can enjoy afternoon tea on the sun deck while admiring the beautiful Nile Valley scenery.
• Esna Lock: A fascinating part of the journey is crossing the Esna Lock, a “water elevator” that raises the ship to a higher water level, allowing navigation.
• Evening: Enjoy dinner and onboard entertainment. Overnight in Edfu.

Day 3: Edfu & Kom Ombo Temples

• Morning Tour: After breakfast, you will take a traditional horse-drawn carriage to the Temple of Horus in Edfu. This is one of Egypt’s most well-preserved temples and provides an excellent insight into ancient religious rituals.
• Sailing: Return to the cruise boat for lunch as it sails to Kom Ombo.
• Kom Ombo Tour: Upon arrival, you will visit the Temple of Kom Ombo, a unique double temple dedicated to two gods: Horus (the falcon god) and Sobek (the crocodile god). You’ll also see the crocodile mummy room.
• Sailing: The cruise will continue sailing to Aswan, with afternoon tea served on the sun deck.
• Evening: Dinner, entertainment, and overnight in Aswan.

Day 4: Aswan Tours

• Morning Tours: After breakfast, your guide will lead you on a tour of Aswan’s famous sites.
  • Philae Temple: Take a motorboat to Agilkia Island to visit the stunning Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis and relocated to save it from the rising waters of the High Dam.
  • High Dam: Visit the modern Aswan High Dam, an impressive feat of engineering that controls the Nile’s flooding.
• Afternoon: Enjoy a relaxing sail on a traditional felucca (sailboat) around the Nile islands.
• Evening: Dinner and entertainment on board. Overnight in Aswan.

Day 5: Abu Simbel Visit & Return Sailing

• Very Early Morning: You will be picked up with your luggage for a drive to Abu Simbel to visit the twin temples of King Ramses II and his beloved Queen Nefertari. This is one of the most magnificent and well-preserved sites in all of Egypt.
• Return: After the visit, you will drive back to Aswan and re-board the cruise boat.
• Sailing: The cruise will begin its return journey north, sailing to Kom Ombo and then Edfu. Enjoy lunch and the beautiful scenery from the deck.
• Evening: Dinner, entertainment, and overnight on board in Edfu.

Day 6: Sailing to Luxor

• Morning: Enjoy breakfast on board as the cruise sails back towards Luxor.
• Esna Lock: You will cross the Esna Lock again on your return journey, providing another chance to witness this engineering marvel.
• Afternoon: Enjoy a leisurely lunch and afternoon tea on board. Upon arrival in Luxor, you will have free time to relax or explore the city on your own, perhaps visiting the local markets.
• Evening: Dinner and entertainment on board. Overnight in Luxor.

Day 7: Luxor East Bank Tours

• Morning Tours: After breakfast, your guide will take you to the East Bank of Luxor.
  • Karnak Temple: Explore the massive Karnak Temple Complex, which was built over 2,000 years and is the largest religious site ever constructed.
  • Luxor Temple: Visit the beautifully preserved Luxor Temple, which is particularly stunning in the late afternoon or early evening.
• Afternoon: Return to the cruise for lunch. You will have more free time to explore Luxor at your leisure, perhaps doing some last-minute souvenir shopping.
• Evening: Enjoy a farewell dinner with entertainment. Overnight in Luxor.

Day 8: Disembarkation

• Morning: Enjoy a final breakfast on board.
• Departure: At the appropriate time, you will disembark from the cruise and be transferred to Luxor airport for your flight home, or to your hotel in Luxor.

This tour is ideal for those who want to combine history, comfort, and relaxation along the majestic Nile River. With expert guides, 5★ accommodation, and smooth logistics, it’s your gateway to ancient Egypt.

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