4-Day Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan

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Tour packages Multiple day cruises
Guide in: English

Description

Embark on a 4-day cruise from Luxor to Aswan for an enchanting Egyptian adventure. Explore iconic temples and sail through the wonders of the Nile River!

What to Expect

Day 1: Luxor - The Start of Your Nile Adventure

Welcome to Luxor! Upon arrival at Luxor airport, we will pick you up. We can also pick you up at the train station, at a hotel, or any other location. From there, you'll be transported to a luxurious cruise ship, where your full room and board experience begins.

Day 2: Luxor - Esna - Edfu

After a delicious breakfast, check out the majestic city of Luxor, known as Thebes in ancient times. Visit two of Egypt's most awe-inspiring temples: the Luxor and Karnak Temple, connected by the Avenue of Sphynxes.

Venture to the imposing necropolises near Luxor, including the Valley of the Kings (with access to three tombs), the Temple of Hatshepsut (dedicated to Egypt's only female ruler), and the Colossi of Memnon (two monumental stone statues representing Pharaoh Amenhotep III). Plus, we'll reach an artisanal store to learn about the locals' craftsmanship to make impressive pieces of stone, alabaster, and sculptures.

After returning to the boat, we'll set sail towards Edfu, where we'll dock for dinner and overnight.

Day 3: Edfu - Kom Ombo - Aswan

After a hearty breakfast, we'll take a horse and carriage tour of Edfu and visit its famous temple, which is dedicated to Horus. We'll then head to Kom Ombo to explore its remarkable temple, honoring the gods Sobek and Hareoris.

As the day unfolds, we'll cruise up the Nile to Aswan to spend the night.

Day 4: Aswan - A Day of Marvels

Following breakfast, visit one of Egypt's most exquisite temples, the Philae Temple, devoted to the Goddess Isis. If you wish, after visiting Philae, a visit to the Abu Simbel temples is highly recommended.

Before the afternoon, we'll visit a perfume shop to learn all the secrets behind Egyptian fragrances. Afterward, we'll take you on a tranquil journey down the Nile in a traditional felucca boat, allowing you to absorb the region's natural beauty, volcanic islands, and abundant flora and fauna. Another night in Aswan awaits.

Day 5: Aswan - Departure

After breakfast and check-out, enjoy a bit of free time. We'll be ready to transport you to your departing mode of transport location. If your departure is in the evening, you can enjoy lunch onboard.

Included Tours

Our 4-night Luxor to Aswan cruise includes a range of tours, all guided by English-speaking experts. You'll explore Luxor Temple, Karnak Temple, Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, Colossi of Memnon, Edfu Temple, Philae Temple, and the Temple of Kom Ombo, along with a serene traditional felucca boat cruise.

Boats & Categories

The cruise can be done on 2 categories of cruise ships:

  • 5* Standard: MS Pioneer II, MS Mirage, MS Nile Delta, Miss Egypt, Beaurivage II, Grand Princess, Voyager, MS Jasimn, MS Grand Princess or similar.
  • 5* Premium: MS Nile Dolfine, MS Zeina, Royal Esadora, MS Tuya, Royal Princess, Crown Jewel, MS TiYi, MS Liberty, MS Renissance, MS Stéphane, MS Jaz C. Jubilee, MS Nile Marquiz or similar.

Specific boat assignments will be provided 10 days before the cruise sets sail.

Tour Prices

  • The price indicated is per person in a double cabin. People traveling alone will be charged a single supplement.
  • Bookings for 3 people will be allocated a double room with an extra bed. If the third person wants a separate single room, a single supplement will be charged.

All Included

Our price includes everything: air-conditioned transportation, hotels, boats, meals (breakfasts, lunches, and dinners), guides, excursions, visits, and entrance fees (except for the entrance to the Tomb of Tutankhamun).

Other agencies do not include everything, so their final price may double, making it almost impossible to compare with our price.

Important Information

Please note that the order of activities may vary depending on the boat, but all listed activities will be included. During the cruise, you can also book additional visits not mentioned in the standard itinerary, such as the Valley of the Queens or the unfinished obelisk.

Pickup Points

If, instead of the airport or the train station in Luxor, you would like to be picked up at an accommodation in the city, please note that this activity only includes pickup and drop-off from hotels and boats in Luxor located on the east bank (right bank) of the Nile River. Pickup usually takes place at approximately 12 noon.

If your hotel or boat in Luxor is located on the west bank (left bank) of the Nile River, we'll arrange a meeting point on the east bank.

Reservation of Rooms with Children

The reduced children's rate is valid only when the child is sharing a room with two adults.

If you have any doubts during the booking process, you can contact our Customer Service team directly.

What's included

  • Pickup from the airport, Luxor train station or hotels on the east bank of the Nile
  • 4 nights full board cruise
  • Tickets to all monuments visited
  • English–speaking guide
  • Transfer to Aswan airport
  • Port taxes
  • Tips

What's not included

  • Drinks
  • Admission to Tutankamon's tomb (12EUR)

Cancellation policy

Cancellazione gratuita fino a 48 ore prima (local time)

Accessibility

Not wheelchair accessible.

Important information

Our guides will pick you up at your chosen spot at the chosen time. If you have requested airport or train station pick up, the driver will be waiting for you in the arrivals hall with a Civitatis and Dunas Travel sign.

If, instead of the airport or the train station in Luxor, you would like to be picked up at an accommodation in the city, please note that this activity only includes pickup from hotels and boats in Luxor located on the east bank (right bank) of the Nile River. Pickup is usually at approximately 12 noon, but 24 hours before the activity, the local team will contact you to let you know the pickup time.

If your hotel or boat in Luxor is located on the west bank (left bank) of the Nile River, we'll arrange a meeting point on the east bank.

Important Info

  • Check-in will be from 12 noon and check-out will be around 8 am. The ship's pool is cleaned from 8 am to 12 noon, so, for example, if you arrive at 10 am it won't be open.
  • You need a permit to take photos in Valley of the Kings. According to the Ministry of Tourism & Antiquities, the permit costs 300 Egyptian pounds (about 15EUR) and can be purchased at the site entrance.
  • If you don't want to take the horse and carriage tour of Edfu and prefer to go in another type of vehicle, such as a car or a minibus, you can let your guide know so that he can arrange another type of transport. The price per person will be an additional 15 Euros approximately.

Insurance Info

This tour doesn't include insurance, so we recommend getting it separately on the Civitatis website.

Tips & Taxes

Bookings made before 1st July 2024 don't have taxes or tips included. You'll have to pay these at the destination.

Meal Info

Although it's a full board cruise, if you arrive at the ship after 9 pm on the first day (due to flight schedules, for example), you'll miss dinner on the first day, however, a cold picnic will be prepared for you.

Cruise Cancellation

From December 20 to January 2 (Christmas), and during Easter, refunds will not be available in the event of cancellation.

From 470,88 € 353,16 € / person
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This activity runs with a minimum of 2 participants.

Adults 353,16 €
Children 6-10 261,74 €
Children under 6 Free
Total 0,00 €
Need help?

Contact us with any question

esperienze@yallayalla.it

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