8 Day Sailing Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan Return to Luxor

Overview

Day by day itinerary

1. 1Luxor East Bank – Karnak & Luxor Temples⌄

   Your Majestic Nile Experience begins in Luxor, the world's greatest open-air museum. After pickup from your hotel, Nile cruise, airport, or selected location, meet your professional Egyptologist guide and board your Nile cruise. After settling into your cabin and enjoying lunch, begin your exploration of Luxor's East Bank.

   Start with the magnificent Karnak Temple Complex, one of ancient Egypt's largest religious sites. Walk through the Great Hypostyle Hall, admire its towering columns and impressive obelisks, and learn about the pharaohs who expanded the complex over centuries.

   Continue to Luxor Temple, located on the eastern bank of the Nile. Explore its grand entrance, colossal statues, courtyards, and beautifully preserved reliefs. Your guide will explain the temple's connection to the ancient Opet Festival and its importance to the religious life of Thebes.

   Return to the cruise for dinner and an evening at leisure. Overnight onboard in Luxor.

   Meals: Lunch · Dinner

   Overnight: Nile Cruise

2. 2Luxor West Bank – Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut & Habu⌄

   Explore Luxor Temple, a majestic structure dedicated to the god Amun RAfter breakfast, begin your West Bank adventure. Cross the Nile to the ancient necropolis of Thebes and visit the famous Valley of the Kings, where powerful New Kingdom pharaohs were buried in elaborately decorated tombs carved into the mountains. e. Admire the grandeur of this ancient temple, a witness to centuries of history and religious ceremonies.

   Continue to the spectacular Temple of Hatshepsut, built beneath dramatic limestone cliffs. Learn about Queen Hatshepsut, one of ancient Egypt's most remarkable female rulers.

   Next, visit the Colossi of Memnon, two enormous statues that once stood at the entrance of Amenhotep III's mortuary temple.

   Return to the cruise for lunch and begin sailing south along the Nile. Enjoy the relaxing scenery from the sun deck before dinner and overnight onboard.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

   Overnight: Nile Cruise

3. 3Sail to Edfu⌄

   Embark on a scenic sail to Edfu, starting. Enjoy a picturesque journey along the fertile Nile Valley, surrounded by breathtaking landscapes. Spend the night in Edfu, anticipating further adventures.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

   Overnight: Nile Cruise

4. 4Explore Edfu⌄

   Kick off your day with an early morning visit to the Temple of Horus in Edfu. Experience the grandeur of this ancient temple dedicated to the Falcon God Horus by taking a horse carriage. Immerse yourself in the rich history and architectural marvels for a captivating 3-hour exploration,

   Aswan - Sail to Aswan: After your Edfu adventure, set sail to Aswan, enjoying a leisurely journey along the picturesque Nile Valley.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

   Overnight: Nile Cruise

5. 5Discover Aswan⌄

   Spend an hour exploring the Aswan High Dam, an engineering marvel with significant regional impact. Learn about its construction and the effects it has had on the Nile River during a 2-hour visit,

   Take a motorboat to the beautiful Philae Temple dedicated to the goddess Isis. Explore the well-preserved temple complex and its picturesque island setting during a 3-hour visit.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

   Overnight: Nile Cruise

6. 6Sail to Kom-Ombo⌄

   Sail to Kom-Ombo, enjoying a leisurely 6-hour cruise along the Nile Valley.

   Visit the unique Temple of Kom Ombo. Explore this double temple dedicated to Sobek and Horus, known for its symmetrical design and captivating history during a 2-hour visit

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

   Overnight: Nile Cruise

7. 7Sail to Esna Lock⌄

   Sail to Esna Lock and spend an hour experiencing the navigation process through the lock. Learn about the significance of Esna Lock in facilitating river transportation

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

   Overnight: Nile Cruise

8. 8Luxor - Check-out:⌄

   Check out from the cruise for your final departure. Your Nile cruise adventure concludes as you head to Luxor International Airport. Safe travels! Your 8-day journey promises a blend of historical wonders, scenic cruises, and cultural immersion along the timeless Nile River.

   Meals: Breakfast