Chart Your Adventure!
Map for 3 Nights From Aswan
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Day 1: Check-In & Explore the East Bank
In the morning, our representative will pick you up from your preferred location in Luxor using a modern air-conditioned vehicle. Begin your journey with a visit to the East Bank's highlights, accompanied by an expert tour guide. Explore the Karnak Temple Complex, the largest religious structure ever built in ancient Egypt, dedicated to Amun, Mut, and Khonsu.
After your tour, you'll be transferred to the luxurious 5-star Esplanade Nile Cruise for check-in. Enjoy a delicious lunch onboard and relax before heading out for a magical evening visit to Luxor Temple, known for its association with the rejuvenation of kingship and coronation ceremonies.
Return to the cruise for dinner and an overnight stay.
Meals:
Lunch, Dinner
Overnight:
Overnight aboard your Nile cruise in Luxor.
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Day 2: Discover the West Bank
After breakfast, your Egyptologist guide will accompany you to the West Bank's iconic sites. Visit the Valley of the Kings, a royal burial site housing 63 magnificent tombs of ancient Egyptian rulers.
Then, marvel at the elegant Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, a tribute to one of Egypt’s most powerful queens.
Conclude your West Bank tour with a stop at the Colossi of Memnon, the towering statues of King Amenhotep III, originally part of his mortuary temple.
Return to the cruise for lunch as you set sail toward Edfu. Spend the afternoon relaxing onboard with a tea break before enjoying dinner and overnight accommodations.
Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight:
Overnight on the cruise.
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Day 3: Explore Edfu & Kom Ombo Temples
Start your day with breakfast before embarking on a guided tour to Edfu Temple, dedicated to Horus, one of Ancient Egypt’s most revered gods. The journey to the temple will be by a charming horse-drawn carriage.
Return to the cruise for lunch as you sail toward Kom Ombo. Upon arrival, you’ll visit the unique Kom Ombo Temple, dedicated to two gods: Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus, the falcon god.
Continue your journey toward Aswan while enjoying dinner and an overnight stay onboard.
Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight:
Overnight onboard the cruise.
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Day 4: Discover the Abu Simbel Temples
Early in the morning, enjoy a breakfast box before heading out with your professional Egyptologist in a modern, air-conditioned vehicle to the Abu Simbel Temples. These remarkable temples, built by Ramses II, include a main temple dedicated to Amon Ra, the sun god, and a smaller temple for Queen Nefertari, dedicated to Hathor.
After the visit, return to the cruise for lunch, followed by an afternoon tea break. Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay onboard.
Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight:
Overnight onboard the cruise.
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Day 5: Aswan Sightseeing & Departure
After check-out, join your Egyptologist guide for a tour of Aswan’s highlights, starting with Philae Temple, a center for the worship of Isis, revered throughout Egypt’s history.
Next, visit The Nubian Village to experience the warm hospitality and unique traditions of the Nubian people.
Enjoy lunch at a high-quality restaurant before being transferred to your chosen location in Aswan to conclude your unforgettable Nile cruise.
Chart Your Adventure!
Map for 4 Nights From Luxor
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Day 1: Check-In & Explore the East Bank
- Pick-up from your preferred location in Luxor.
- Check-in aboard the luxurious MS Esplanade Nile Cruise.
- Enjoy a delicious lunch on board.
- Visit the magnificent Karnak Temple, the largest religious complex in Ancient Egypt.
- Relax onboard before heading to Luxor Temple in the evening, beautifully illuminated at night.
- Return to the cruise for dinner.
- Overnight stay in Luxor.
Meals:
Lunch, Dinner
Overnight:
Overnight stay in Luxor.
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Day 2: Sail to Edfu
- Enjoy breakfast onboard.
- Spend a relaxing morning on the cruise.
- Set sail toward Edfu.
- Savor a delightful lunch onboard.
- Take an afternoon tea break while enjoying the views of the Nile.
- Dinner and overnight stay in Edfu.
Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight:
Overnight stay in Edfu.
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Day 3: Visit Edfu Temple & Sail to Aswan
- Start your day with breakfast.
- Take a horse-drawn carriage to visit Edfu Temple, dedicated to the falcon god Horus.
- Return to the cruise and sail toward Kom Ombo.
- Relish lunch onboard.
- Continue sailing to Aswan.
- Dinner and overnight stay in Aswan.
Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight:
Overnight stay in Aswan.
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Day 4: Trip to Abu Simbel
- Enjoy an early breakfast box before departing for Abu Simbel in a modern air-conditioned vehicle.
- Explore the awe-inspiring Abu Simbel Temples, constructed by Ramses II to honor the gods and his queen, Nefertari.
- Return to the cruise for lunch.
- Relax with an afternoon tea break.
- Dinner and overnight stay in Aswan.
Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight:
Overnight stay in Aswan.
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Day 5: Discover Aswan Highlights
- Begin your day with breakfast.
- Visit the impressive Aswan High Dam, a modern engineering marvel.
- Explore the enchanting Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis.
- Visit The Nubian Village to experience the vibrant culture and traditions of the Nubian people.
- Return to the cruise for lunch and an afternoon tea break.
- Enjoy dinner and overnight stay in Aswan.
Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight:
Overnight stay in Aswan.
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Day 6: Kom Ombo Temple & Sail to Luxor
- Enjoy breakfast as the cruise sails toward Kom Ombo.
- Discover the unique Kom Ombo Temple, dedicated to Sobek and Horus.
- Continue sailing to Edfu and enjoy lunch onboard.
- Relax with an afternoon tea break as the cruise continues toward Luxor.
- Dinner and overnight stay in Luxor.
Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight:
Overnight stay in Luxor.
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Day 7: Tour the West Bank
- After breakfast, visit Luxor’s famous West Bank attractions.
- Explore the Valley of the Kings, home to the tombs of ancient Egyptian pharaohs.
- Marvel at the stunning Medinet Habu Temple, built by Ramses III.
- Conclude with a visit to the Colossi of Memnon, two massive statues of Amenhotep III.
- Return to the cruise for lunch, followed by an afternoon tea break.
- Dinner and overnight stay in Luxor.
Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight:
Overnight stay in Luxor.
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Day 8: End of the Journey
- Enjoy your final breakfast onboard.
- Check out and transfer to your desired location in Luxor.
An alternative option is available to start the 7-night MS Esplanade Nile Cruise from Aswan. For more details about the itinerary, please contact us.
Chart Your Adventure!
Map for 7 Nights From Luxor