4 Day 3 Night Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor &Abu Simbel+Balloon

By Egypt tours Gateway

Free cancellation available

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Free cancellation available
4d
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Selective hotel pickup

Overview

Sail down one of the world's most famous waterways as you discover top attractions in southern Egypt. During this multi-day cruise from Aswan to Luxor, you'll disembark for guided visits to the region's most iconic sites, including Kom Ombo, the Valley of Kings, and Philae Temple. Tasty onboard meals are included, plus a personalised pickup from the airport, train station, or your Aswan hotel. A multi-day, five-star Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor Tick off the region's top attractions in just a few days Listen to in-depth histories from your Egyptologist guide during tours Sleep comfortably with onboard luxury accommodation and enjoy VIP meals

Activity location

Aswan
- Aswan, Egypt

Meeting/Redemption Point

Aswan
- Aswan, Egypt

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Nile cruise without balloon

4d
English

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Pickup included

Travellers

Language options: English

Starting time

Price details

NZ$830.44 x 1 AdultNZ$830.44

Total

Until Sun, 9 Feb

What's included, what's not

Sharing a small group to Abu Simbel with English Speaking tour guide.
All transfers by A-C vehicles with qualified driver (s)
Hot Air Balloon Ride Over Luxor Sky
All local taxes and services.
03 nights’ accommodation on board 5* Nile cruise – based on FB basis.
Meet and assist by English-speaking representatives.
Egyptology English-speaking tour guide.
Tipping to tour guide, driver, cruise staff, etc.
Water or Drinks on the cruise.
Entrance Fees to all the mentioned sightseeing.
Wi-Fi on the cruise (with extra charge on the cruise)

Know before you book

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transport options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Day 1: Arrival Transfer to the Nile Cruise & Aswan Tours

3 stops
Meals: lunch, snacks
Accommodation: Not included

Aswan

Egypt Tours Gateway's licensed tour guides will meet and assist you at Aswan Airport, railway station, or hotel. You will then be transferred by A/C van to your 5-star Nile Cruise, where you will check in before lunch. You will have lunch on board.

Aswan High Dam

1h
Admission ticket not included

Then, start your tour by visiting the High Dam; achieved in 1960 to protect Egypt from the flood and generate electricity.

Temple of Philae

2h
Admission ticket not included

Proceed to visit the Grieco Roman Temple dedicated to goddess Isis using a small motorboat to get there. Later on, return to your cruise for dinner, a folkloric show, and overnight.

Day 2: Abu Simbel Temples & Navigation to Kom Ombo Temple

2 stops
Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
Accommodation: Not included

Abu Simbel Temples

8h
Admission ticket not included

Around 4:30 am your guide will pick you up for the Abu Simbel trip (sharing a small group). Arrive around 8 am, to visit one of the most impressive places in Egypt; the rock-cut temples of Abu Simbel with their unique design built for King Ramesses 2nd. and his beloved Queen Nefertari. Back to the cruise by noon to have your lunch, sail, and head to Kom Ombo City.

Temple of Kom Ombo

1h
Admission ticket not included

rive at Kom Ombo city where to visit the dual temple of Sobek, the crocodile God, and Horus, the falcon God. Back to the cruise and have dinner. Continue sailing to Edfu overnight. Duration: 1 hour.

Day 3: Edfu Temple & Arrive Luxor (visit Luxor Temple)

2 stops
Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
Accommodation: Not included

Temple of Horus

2h
Admission ticket not included

After your breakfast, experience a Horse Carriage ride with your tour guide to visit the temple of Horus at Edfu which is considered to be the most complete and the best preserved of all the Egyptian temples. Return to the cruise. Relax on deck watching the unique landscape and admire the beautiful scenery of the Nile River while sailing to Luxor. Cross Esan Lock. Lunch on board. Afternoon tea on sundeck. Duration: 2 hours

Luxor Temple

2h
Admission ticket not included

Late in the afternoon, arrive at your cruise dock, to be transferred to enjoy the Luxor temple on the East bank of Luxor, where ancient Egyptian, Christian, and Islamic features are exhibited. Dinner on board and belly dancing show. Overnight in Luxor. Note: if you arrive at Luxor dock by 3:00 or 3:30 pm, then we have a chance to visit both Karnak and Luxor Temples. Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes.

Day 4: Balloon Ride, Luxor Tour & departure transfer

4 stops
Meals: breakfast
Accommodation: Not included

Hot Air Balloons Luxor

2h
Admission ticket included

Begin around 5:00 am pick up for the incredible trip of 30 to 45 minutes Hot Air Balloon flight over the west bank of Luxor and enjoy an aerial view of the country's landscape and famous landmarks. Duration

Valley of the Kings

2h
Admission ticket not included

Breakfast and check out to start your unforgettable day by driving to the West Bank to visit the Valley of the Kings, where the pharaohs from the new kingdom carved their tombs in the mountains aiming to hide their treasure and protect their mummies.

Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el Bahari

1h
Admission ticket not included

hen, go to the Mortuary temple of the famous queen Hatshepsut at El Deir El Bahari, and discover her beautiful temple and her attractive storey with her nephew. End your tour in the West Bank with a photo stop in front of the gigantic statues of Memnon. Lunchtime in a local restaurant (optional).

Temple of Karnak

1h
Admission ticket not included

Back to the East Bank to see the largest temple ever; Karnak Temple built over 2000 years ago, covering an area of about 63 acres. Have nice pics between its huge pillars and obelisks. Finally, transfer to Luxor Hotel, Airport, or Railway station. (around 3:00 to 4:00 pm). Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Location

Activity location

Aswan
- Aswan, Egypt

Meeting/Redemption Point

Aswan
- Aswan, Egypt

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