3 Days and 2 Nights Nile Cruise from Aswan with Abu simbel

Overview

Day by day itinerary

1. 1Abu Simbel – Kom Ombo Temples and Check-In⌄

   Begin your journey with a private transfer from your Aswan hotel, train station, or airport to embark on a guided tour of the Abu Simbel Temples.

   Marvel at the grand rock-cut monuments of Ramesses II and his queen Nefertari, carved into cliffs overlooking Lake Nasser. Your Egyptologist guide will explain the historical and cultural significance of these UNESCO World Heritage sites.

   After the excursion, return to Aswan and board your 5-star Nile cruise.

   Settle into your cabin and enjoy a freshly prepared lunch onboard.

   Sail southward, passing scenic Nile landscapes and riverside villages. Stop at the Kom Ombo

   Kom Ombo Temple, a rare double temple dedicated to Sobek and Horus. Capture photos and learn about its unique dual design.

   Return to your cruise for dinner, relax on the sun deck, and enjoy onboard entertainment. Overnight onboard as your cruise sails toward Edfu.

   Meals: Lunch · Dinner

2. 2Edfu Temple and Sailing⌄

   Upon arrival at Edfu between 7:00 AM and 8:00 AM, your guide will meet you in the ship’s lobby for a memorable excursion. Take a traditional horse-drawn carriage to the magnificent Edfu Temple, one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt, dedicated to the falcon god Horus. Explore its grand halls and sanctuaries while your guide explains the temple’s historical, religious, and cultural significance.

   Return to the cruise to continue sailing along the Nile. Relax on the sun deck with Egyptian tea, admiring the natural beauty of islands, fields, and traditional Upper Egyptian villages along the riverbanks. Capture photographs of everyday Nile life and take in the serene landscapes. Enjoy lunch and dinner onboard, with the evening free for entertainment or relaxing under the stars. Overnight stay aboard the cruise.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

3. 3Luxor – West Bank, East Bank, and Check-Out⌄

   Wake up to the breathtaking city of Luxor, often called the world’s greatest open-air museum. After a hearty breakfast onboard your Nile cruise, disembark to explore the West Bank, home to some of Egypt’s most iconic ancient sites. Begin with the Valley of the Kings, where more than 60 pharaohs were laid to rest in intricately decorated tombs carved deep into the cliffs. Marvel at the vivid hieroglyphics and detailed wall paintings that tell stories of life, death, and the afterlife.

   Next, visit the stunning Temple of Hatshepsut, an architectural masterpiece built into the cliffs, honoring one of Egypt’s most remarkable female rulers.

   Continue to the Colossi of Memnon, two enormous statues that once guarded the mortuary temple of Amenophis III, offering perfect photo opportunities against the desert backdrop.

   Cross the Nile to the East Bank, then visit the vast Karnak Temple Complex, including the majestic Hypostyle Hall, where 134 colossal columns rise dramatically overhead.

   Explore the magnificent Luxor Temple, with its towering columns and beautifully preserved reliefs.

   Meals: Breakfast