An 8-day Nile cruise from Aswan offers the ultimate adventure through 4,500 years of history. Passion Egypt Tours will ensure American travelers enjoy the best services with private A/C vehicles, a deluxe Nile cruise, and expert Egyptologist guides. Experience the treasures of Upper Egypt with visits to Karnak Temple, Hatshepsut Temple, the Valley of the Kings, Edfu Temple, Philae Temple, and more across Luxor and Aswan. Book this 7-night Nile cruise and enjoy an unforgettable journey along Egypt’s lifeline.
Turn every day of your Nile Cruise into a beautiful memory.
Explore Luxor and Aswan’s highlights such as Karnak, Luxor, Philae, and Hatshepsut Temples.
Travel in comfort with a guide and private A/C vehicle.
Learn about 5,000 years of Egypt’s remarkable heritage.
Admire timeless art and architecture across Upper Egypt.
In the morning, begin your Aswan tour with your private Egyptologist guide, visiting the city’s highlights:
The Aswan High Dam, constructed between the 1960s and 1970s, revolutionized Egypt by generating electricity and controlling the Nile floods.
The Unfinished Obelisk, commissioned by Queen Hatshepsut (1508–1458 BC), demonstrates the techniques of ancient stone carving. Intended for Karnak Temple, it cracked during construction and was left in place.
The Philae Temple, dedicated to Isis, was built in 280 BC by Ptolemy II and adorned with scenes from the Myth of Osiris. Relocated to Agilkia Island in the 1960s, it remains one of Aswan’s most enchanting monuments.
After sightseeing, check in to your 5* Nile River Cruise. Enjoy lunch, dinner, and overnight onboard.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Onboard the Cruise
After breakfast, sail to Kom Ombo. Upon arrival, visit:
The Kom Ombo Temple, built between 180–47 BC, is unique for its double design. Dedicated to Haroeris (Horus the Elder) and Sobek, the crocodile god, it features symmetrical halls and inscriptions reflecting medical and astronomical knowledge.
Return to the cruise for lunch and dinner. Continue sailing to Edfu and overnight onboard.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Onboard the Cruise
Enjoy breakfast and a relaxing free day onboard while sailing to Luxor. Overnight on the cruise.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Onboard the Cruise
In the morning, visit Luxor’s East Bank with your guide, starting with:
The Karnak Temple, known as Ipet-isu (Most Select of Places), was built between 2000–30 BC. Spanning 247 acres, it honors the Theban triad of Amun, Mut, and Khonsu, and features the Avenue of Sphinxes, Precinct of Amun-Re, and the grand hypostyle hall.
Return to the cruise for lunch and relaxation. In the evening, enjoy:
The Luxor Temple, also called the Southern Sanctuary, built in 1400 BC by Amenhotep III and expanded by Ramses II. It hosted the Opet Festival celebrating the renewal of kingship.
Return to the cruise for dinner and overnight onboard.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Onboard the Cruise
After breakfast, begin a West Bank tour in Luxor, including:
The Valley of the Kings, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, contains 63 tombs of New Kingdom pharaohs, including Ramses II, Hatshepsut, Seti I, and Tutankhamun, decorated with vivid inscriptions and treasures.
The Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut (1507–1458 BC), built at Deir El Bahari in 1479 BC, is a masterpiece of classical architecture honoring the sun god Amun and Egypt’s iconic female ruler.
The Colossi of Memnon, twin statues of Amenhotep III (1386–1349 BC), built in 1350 BC, depict the pharaoh and feature carvings of his family and the Nile god Hapi.
Return to the cruise for lunch and dinner. Overnight onboard.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Onboard the Cruise
In the morning, sail to Edfu. After breakfast, ride by horse carriage with your guide to visit:
The Temple of Horus at Edfu (237–57 BC), one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt. It tells the story of Horus avenging his father Osiris against Set, depicted in inscriptions and reliefs.
Return to the cruise for lunch and dinner while sailing to Aswan. Overnight onboard.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Onboard the Cruise
Early morning, take breakfast boxes and drive southwest of Aswan to visit:
The Temples of Abu Simbel, built by Ramses II (1264–1244 BC) to honor Amun, Ra, and Ptah, as well as commemorate his victory at Kadesh. The Great Temple hosts the Sun Festival on February 22 and October 22, while the smaller temple honors Queen Nefertari.
Return to the cruise for lunch and dinner. Overnight onboard.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Onboard the Cruise
After breakfast, check out from the cruise. Transfer to your chosen destination in Aswan, concluding your Upper Egypt journey.
Meals: Breakfast
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