This 5-day Nile cruise between Luxor and Aswan is designed for returning guests seeking hidden gems. American travelers will visit Dendera, Abydos, Deir El Medina, Medinet Habu, Valley of the Queens, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Elephantine Island, and Nubian villages. With expert guides and luxury cruise service, this tour reveals Egypt’s lesser-known marvels. Book now for a unique adventure.
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Learn about Egypt’s 5,000 years of art and architecture.
Enjoy luxury Nile Cruise services with expert Egyptologists.
Discover the beauty of Upper Egypt’s wonders.
Visit Edfu, Kom Ombo, Valley of the Queens, Abydos, Dendera, and more.
Explore Elephantine Island and Kitchener Island for a magical touch.
Your hotel in Luxor will be the pickup point, where you will meet our tour guide and proceed to visit:
The Dendera Temple is a remarkable example of enduring beauty and preservation, with its origins dating back to 54 BC when construction began under Ptolemy VII and Cleopatra. It was completed in 20 BC during the Roman period, becoming an architectural masterpiece dedicated to Hathor, the esteemed Egyptian goddess of love, fertility, and music.
Abydos Temple is among the oldest structures in Egypt, with a history spanning more than 3000 years. It serves as a significant monument of ancient devotion. Built by Seti I, it was intended as a pilgrimage site for ancient Egyptians wishing to connect with the legendary tomb of Osiris. The temple's significance stems from its deep association with Egyptian mythology and its function as a sacred refuge for countless worshippers and seekers aiming to access the underworld.
Board the 5-star deluxe Nile cruise for lunch, dinner, and overnight accommodation on board. {Meals: L.D}
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Onboard the Cruise
Enjoy breakfast aboard the cruise before meeting your tour guide to begin the visit to:
The Valley of the Queens represents an iconic symbol of beauty and royal heritage, serving as the final burial site for queens, princesses, princes, and other distinguished individuals. It houses 91 tombs from the 18th, 19th, and 20th dynasties (1550 – 1077 BC), renowned for their exquisite treasures and exquisite artworks. Among the prominent tombs are those of the wives of Ramesses I, Seti I, and Ramesses II, including the famous tomb of Queen Nefertari, the cherished consort of Hathor (1290–1224 BCE).
Medinet Habu is a remarkable archaeological site from the 12th century BC, featuring impressive structures like the well-preserved Mortuary Temple of Ramesses III, which provides valuable insight into the architectural skills of that period. It served as the center of economic activity in Thebes and included the Temple of Amun, the Temple of Ay and Horemheb, along with numerous temples, workshops, storage facilities, a royal palace, administrative offices, and residential quarters throughout the area.
Deir El Medina is an extraordinary site that served as the primary settlement for ancient Egyptian laborers and artisans who worked in the Valley of the Kings during the New Kingdom’s 18th to 20th Dynasties (1550–1070 BCE). Spanning an area of 5,600 square meters, it is known as the "Place of Truth." The site provides valuable insights into their daily lives, including their working and living conditions, organizational systems, medical practices, legal frameworks, religious beliefs, and social interactions.
Your journey begins with sailing, followed by lunch and dinner, and you will spend the night on board. { Meals: B.L.D}
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Onboard the Cruise
Enjoy breakfast aboard the cruise, then join your tour guide to explore:
Edfu Temple is an archaeological marvel symbolizing power and victory, dedicated to the sky-falcon deity Horus. Built between 237 BC and 57 BC on the western bank of the Nile River, it stands as one of Egypt's largest and most well-preserved temples. The temple is situated at the site where Horus defeated his malevolent uncle Set, with battle scenes vividly illustrated on the temple’s walls.
Back to the cruise and continue sailing
The magnificent Kom Ombo Temple is located directly on the picturesque banks of the Nile River. This extraordinary and unique example of ancient architecture was constructed between 180 BC and 47 BC, honoring both Haroeris, also known as "Horus the Elder," and Sobek, the crocodile god of the Nile, with a perfectly symmetrical design on either side of the temple. Known as the "Hill of Gold," it highlights the remarkable skill and creativity of ancient Egyptian builders and architects.
You will proceed with your sailing journey to Aswan and stay overnight on the vessel. {Meals: B.L.D}
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Onboard the Cruise
Enjoy breakfast on the cruise, followed by a meeting with your tour guide for the day’s excursions to:
Elephantine Island, located just downstream of the Nile River's first cataract, spans an area of 1,200 meters in length and 400 meters in width, renowned for its natural beauty and historic monuments. The island boasts a rich history dating back to the Second Intermediate Period (1650–1550 BC), when it functioned as a fortress on Egypt's southern frontier. It was also a religious center dedicated to Khnum, the ram-headed god of the cataracts, and served as an important source of granite for Egypt's famous monuments.
The Nubian Village is a stunning blend of natural beauty and rich cultural heritage, renowned for its distinctive landscapes, remarkable architecture, and lively traditions. It extends along the Nile River, covering 123,000 square kilometers from Aswan in southern Egypt to Khartoum in central northern Sudan. Its roots date back to the early civilizations of Africa around 2000 BCE. The Nubian lifestyle is reflected in the customs and traditions, as well as in the detailed artwork, handcrafted items, and jewelry found throughout the village, highlighting the region’s vibrant artistic legacy.
Kitchener Island is a charming, small oval-shaped island measuring one kilometer long and less than half a kilometer wide. Between 1911 and 1914, Lord Kitchener transformed the island into a botanical sanctuary, showcasing an impressive collection of exotic trees and plants from around the world. Currently managed by the Egyptian government, the Aswan Botanical Garden on Kitchener Island stands as a remarkable display of natural beauty and botanical diversity.
You will return to the Nile cruise for lunch and dinner, followed by an overnight stay. {Meals: B.L.D}
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Onboard the Cruise
Complete your check-out after breakfast, and we will provide transportation to your hotel in Aswan.
Meals: Breakfast
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