Set sail on a 4-night Nile cruise from Luxor to Aswan, including an excursion to Abu Simbel. Passion Egypt Tours will provide American travelers with luxury accommodations, expert Egyptologist guides, and private transport. Visit the Valley of the Kings, Karnak, Hatshepsut, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Philae, and Abu Simbel while enjoying the comfort of a 5-star cruise. Book this journey and experience Egypt’s ancient wonders in style.
Learn about 4,000 years of history in Upper Egypt.
Visit Hatshepsut, Karnak, Valley of the Kings, Edfu, and Abu Simbel.
Admire beautiful ancient Egyptian art and architecture.
Enjoy an entertaining journey along the Nile River.
Create lasting memories in southern Egypt.
In the morning, your expert tour guide will collect you from your hotel or any preferred location in Luxor in a modern, air-conditioned vehicle to explore the East Bank of Luxor, including:
The magnificent Karnak temple complex serves as an extensive open-air museum and was the central hub for religious worship in Upper Egypt from 2055 BC until the Ptolemaic period around 100 AD. It houses the largest collection of ancient Egyptian temples and statues worldwide.
You will board a 5-star deluxe Nile cruise for check-in and enjoy lunch on board. Afterwards, you can unwind in your cabin, and in the evening, you will be escorted to visit:
The ancient Egyptian celebration site was established in 1400 BC during the reign of Amenhotep III and finished under Ramses II. This renowned location hosted the Opet festival, which honored the divine powers of the pharaohs, and its beauty and ancient mysteries could only be unveiled by the celestial moonlight at night.
Return and overnight onboard the Nile cruise .
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Onboard the Cruise
After breakfast on board, you will be guided to explore the attractions of the West Bank, including:
During the New Kingdom period (1570-1070 BC), ancient royalty aimed to eternalize their names and ensure their passage into the afterlife. As a result, 20 royal tombs richly adorned with golden treasures, artifacts, and exquisite decorations were created near their mummies in the Valley of the Kings, including those of Rameses VI, Amenhotep I, Seti I, Tutankhamun, and others.
The Hatshepsut Temple is one of the remarkable architectural achievements of the ancient Egyptian empire, highlighting the significance of Queen Hatshepsut (1507-1458 BC). Its design is a masterpiece, built in the classical architectural style of the New Kingdom.
The Colossi of Memnon were built by Pharaoh Amenhotep III (1386-1350 BCE) near Cairo and later relocated to the entrance of Luxor city. Each statue stands 18 meters (60 feet) tall and weighs approximately 720 tons.
Return to the cruise ship for a delightful lunch onboard as the ship sets sail, where you will spend the night.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Onboard the Cruise
After breakfast on board, your Egyptologist will accompany you on a horse carriage ride to explore the Edfu Temple:
The Temple of Edfu, constructed between 237 BC and 57 BC during the Ptolemaic period, is one of the rare temples in Egyptian history dedicated to the sky god Horus. It uniquely combines Greek and ancient Egyptian architectural styles in a striking manner.
Savor a delightful lunch aboard the cruise as you journey to Kom Ombo, where upon arrival, a modern air-conditioned vehicle will escort you to:
The unique double temple of Kom Ombo, dedicated to the crocodile god, is situated on the opposite bank of the Nile and was built during the Greco-Roman period between 205 BC and 180 BC.
Return to the cruise, proceed to Aswan, and spend the night aboard.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Onboard the Cruise
After receiving breakfast boxes, you will embark on an early morning journey to Abu Simbel in a modern air-conditioned vehicle, accompanied by your tour guide to explore the site:
The two temples of Abu Simbel were constructed by Ramses II (1292-1186 BC); the larger temple was built to honor Amun and to serve as the venue for the annual sun festival held on February 22 and October 22, while the smaller temple is dedicated to his queen, Nefertari.
We will escort you back to the Nile cruise for lunch and an overnight stay on board.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Onboard the Cruise
Enjoy breakfast on the cruise before checking out, followed by a guided tour of Aswan's significant landmarks, including:
Between 1960 and 1970, the impressive Aswan High Dam was constructed to regulate the Nile floods, enhance water storage for irrigation, and produce substantial amounts of electricity.
Originally intended to be placed at the entrance of Karnak Temple by order of Queen Hatshepsut, it unfortunately cracked during construction. Standing 42 meters tall and weighing 1,200 tons, it showcases the skill of ancient Egyptian craftsmanship.
Lunch will be provided at a reputable restaurant, followed by an exploration of the area:
The renowned sanctuary dedicated to Isis, the goddess of motherhood and healing, and wife of Osiris, the ruler of the underworld, Philae Temple was built between 380 BC and 362 BC by King Ptolemy II to depict an ancient story.
Finally, we will escort you to your hotel or any location of your choice within Aswan.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
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