From Marsa Alam: 3-Day Nile cruise with hot air balloon. Deluxe cruise ship
ID: GYG459858-O-822940
Category:
Country: Egypt
Duration:
3 days
Description
Admire the beauty of the history of the ancient Egyptian and learn a lot about their lifestyle. enjoy the amazing natural views of the small village on your journey on the cruise ship sailing from Luxor to Aswan.
Day1:
our driver will pick you up from your accommodation in Marsa Alam in the evening at 10 pm to drive you to Luxor. when you arrive in Luxor you'll be picked up to go on the hot air balloon ride and enjoy watching Luxor from the sky, the biggest most wonderful open museum, in one of the most memorable experiences ever.
after the balloon ride your private guide and driver will be waiting for you to start the visit by exploring the west back viewing some of the best historical places in Egypt, the Valley of the Kings, has 63 magnificent royal tombs from the New Kingdom period (1550–1069 BC), all very different from each other.
then head to the Monotry temple of queen hatshepsut, Hatshepsut is arguably one of the most formidable women in ancient Egypt. The most impressive feature of this temple is the grand way it is set into the mountains behind to provide an amazing backdrop, admire its unique structure of it, and learn more about the queen with your private Egyptologist.
moving to the huge colossi of Memnon, Memnon was a hero of the Trojan war. He was also the Ethiopian king who led his armies from Africa toward Asia to defend the beleaguered city. In the end, he was slain by Achilles. The two statues generally refer to the entire Theban Necropolis as the “Memnonium”; the name that is popular for more than 2000 years.
engine the day with the largest building for religious purposes ever to be constructed, the Karnak temple, an amazing temple that you will always remember. The temple of Karnak was known as Ipet-isu—or “most select of places”—by the ancient Egyptians.
after a long interesting day, you'll be dropped off at the cruise ship booked for you to enjoy your lunch on the ship and start sailing.
Day 2:
early in the morning, our driver will pick you up after breakfast to explore the temple of the god Horus in Edfu, What you have seen on the internet and more is there because in the temple you also have the advantage of feeling yourself in ancient times.
after the visit, you'll be back on the ship to keep on the sailing adventure to kom ombo.
our guide will be waiting for you in kom ombo to visit the unique temple of kom ombo, One of the most unusual temples of Ancient Egypt, Kom Ombo was mainly built during the Ptolemaic Dynasty from 180 - 47 BCE, although there is evidence that it is stood upon an earlier temple.
after enjoying the history of the unique temple you'll be back to ship.
Day 3:
in the morning after enjoying your breakfast on the ship and checking out of your room (kindly leave the luggage in the reception, you'll be back to collect them later on the day), the driver will pick you up to visit the Nubian Village and enjoy riding camels there, It's a village that allows you to see a different side of Egypt. and enjoy the colorful atmosphere. You smell all the amazing spices and get sensory overload from all the amazing shops.
then moving to one of the most beautiful temples in Egypt, the Philae temple what makes it so special is its location, It was famed for its beauty and was known as the "Pearl of Egypt'.The temple complex of Philae is built on an island in the Nile River near Aswan, learn more about it with your private Egyptologist.
after the relaxing interesting visit, you'll be back on the ship to collect your luggage and our driver will drop you off at your accommodation in Marsa Alam.
Highlights
- Sail to Aswan along the Nile River on a 5-star boat
- Admire the natural landscapes and small Egyptian villages along the river
- Explore the iconic temples in Luxor’s Valley of the Kings
- Travel back to ancient Egyptian times as you explore the temples
- Rise with the sun as you take a hot air balloon flight over Luxor
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.