From Luxor: 4-Day Nile Cruise to Aswan with Balloon Ride Standard Ship
ID: GYG513745-899432
Category:
Country: Egypt
Duration:
4 days
Description
Explore some of the most important monuments in Upper Egypt with professional Egyptologists. Leave the worries to our expert team and just enjoy the moments and our team will take good care of you.
Our representative will pick you up from your accommodation in Luxor to start the journey through the Egyptian rich History.
Start the journey in Luxor by visiting the East Bank, and Luxor temple, This beautiful temple was the main function during the annual Opet celebrations.
The next stop is the temple of Karnak, which is home to three main temples, several smaller enclosed temples, and several outer temples - combining the achievements of many generations of ancient builders over 1500 years.
After a long journey in Luxor enjoy your lunch on the 5-star Cruise ship booked for you.
relax and enjoy the luxury life on a 5-star cruise ship.
Day 2/
Our representative will pick you up from the reception early in the morning, usually around 4 a.m. to go on the magical ride of the hot air balloon. Immerse yourself in the beauty of Luxor from a unique and dreamy view.
After the ride your private Egyptologist will be waiting for you along with the private driver to explore the spectacular city of Luxor, starting with the West Bank and the Valle of the Kings, In a world governed by the rules of the afterlife, ancient Egyptians gave much importance to their burial places. Looking like a boring, rocky gorge from the outside, the Valley of the Pharaohs hides its gold and charm underneath! The visitors, upon their arrival at the valley, are rewarded with its awe-inspiring inscriptions and astonishing chambers. Be one of them, and let’s tour the Valley of the Kings.
Moving to the next site, The monetary Temple of Hatshepsut, the inscriptions on the walls of the temple express the story of Queen Hatshepsut's birth story and her trade trips to Punt, now known as the modern state of Somalia or the Arabian Peninsula.
The last stop will be the massive colossi of Memnon, enjoy taking many amazing and fun pictures with friends and family.
After a long journey in Luxor enjoy your lunch on the Cruise ship and start sailing up to Edfu.
Day 3/
in the morning after enjoying breakfast onboard, our guide will pick you up from the reception to visit the hidden gem in Edfu, Horus temple, It represents a lost art that showcases the true spirit of the ancient Egyptian civilization from the perspective of the Ptolemaic dynasty.
Then back to the cruise continuing the sailing until you reach Kom Ombo where our guide will be waiting for you.
The guide will pick you up from the reception to visit the unique temple of Kom Ombo, Tit is a double temple, dedicated to Sobek the crocodile god, and Horus the falcon-headed god. The layout combines two temples in one with each side having its gateways and chapels.
and Back again to the ship to enjoy the sailing. relax and get ready for the early pick up the next morning (pick up for Abu Simbel usually around 4 am)
Day 4/
Early in the morning, our driver will pick you up from the reception to visit the most beautiful temple in Egypt (kindly check out before you leave and leave your luggage in the reception).
Relax in an air-conditioned vehicle and enjoy the car trip to The Great Temple of Abu Simbel, Dedicated to the Ancient Egyptian gods Amun, Ra-Horakhty, and Ptah and Ramesses himself, they are considered to be the most beautiful of the temples commissioned during the Pharaoh's reign.
After exploring the beautiful temple of Abu Simbel our driver will take you back on the ship to collect your luggage before he drops you off at your accommodation in Aswan safe and sound.
Highlights
- Witness the beauty of the green fields and the temples on the balloon ride
- Venture through the history and the unique lifestyle of the ancient Egyptian
- Enjoy hearing the interesting facts behind each temple with your expert guide
- Enjoy the luxury life on a 5-star cruise ship
- Marvel at the world's biggest open museum, 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.