A 5-day Nile cruise from Luxor to Aswan is a spiritual journey along the timeless waters of the Nile where the wonders of ancient Egypt shine brightest. Passion Egypt Tours will provide American travelers with the finest services including a private A/C vehicle, a luxurious Nile cruise, and an expert Egyptologist guide. Sail from Luxor to Aswan and explore legendary landmarks such as the Valley of the Kings, Karnak Temple, Hatshepsut Temple, Edfu Temple, Philae Temple, and more. Book this unforgettable Nile cruise and discover the blessed marvels of Upper Egypt.
Create magical memories on an inspiring Nile Cruise journey.
Explore masterworks of Luxor and Aswan including Karnak, Philae, Hatshepsut, and Edfu Temples.
Enjoy top-quality service on board with a guide and private transport.
Learn about 5,000 years of heritage from Egypt’s legendary cities.
Admire ancient art and architecture that stood the test of time.
Upon arrival in Luxor, begin your 5-day Nile cruise to Aswan by meeting your private Egyptologist guide to explore the wonders of the East Bank, including:
The splendid Karnak Temple, the largest religious site in Egypt, built between 2000 BC and 30 BC across 247 acres. For over 1,500 years, it honored the Theban triad of Amun, Mut, and Khonsu. Its highlights include the Avenue of Sphinxes and the great Hypostyle Hall.
Check in to your 5* Nile cruise to enjoy lunch and relax. In the evening, your guide will accompany you to visit:
The Luxor Temple, also known as the Southern Sanctuary, was built in 1400 BC by Amenhotep III and expanded by Ramses II. It served as the ceremonial site for the Opet Festival, celebrating kingship and renewal.
Return to your cruise for dinner and an overnight stay onboard.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Onboard the Cruise
Have breakfast onboard, then continue your 5-day Nile River cruise with a tour of Luxor’s West Bank, where you will visit:
The Valley of the Kings served as the royal necropolis for pharaohs of the New Kingdom (1570–1050 BC), from the 18th to the 20th dynasties. This sacred valley contains 63 tombs decorated with treasures and vivid inscriptions belonging to rulers such as Ramses II, Hatshepsut, Seti I, and Tutankhamun.
The Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut (1507–1458 BC) was carved into the cliffs of Deir El Bahari between 1479 and 1464 BC. It stands as a symbol of her legacy and one of the finest examples of ancient Egyptian architecture.
The Colossi of Memnon, built for Pharaoh Amenhotep III (1386–1349 BC) around 1350 BC, are two massive stone statues that once guarded his mortuary temple. Famous in Greco-Roman times for their 'singing' phenomenon at dawn, they remain enduring symbols of ancient artistry.
At the end of the tour, return to your cruise for lunch and dinner while sailing to Edfu, where you will overnight onboard.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Onboard the Cruise
After breakfast, head out to explore the Temple of Horus at Edfu:
The Edfu Temple, dedicated to the falcon god Horus, was built between 237 BC and 57 BC. It is the largest and best-preserved temple in Egypt, showcasing the grandeur of Ptolemaic architecture and inscriptions of ancient myths.
Return to your cruise and continue sailing until you reach:
The Kom Ombo Temple, a unique double temple built between 180 BC and 47 BC, is dedicated to Haroeris (Horus the Elder) and Sobek, the crocodile god. Overlooking the Nile, this temple is a masterpiece of symmetry and craftsmanship.
Afterward, return to the cruise for lunch and dinner, then sail to Aswan for an overnight stay onboard.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Onboard the Cruise
In the morning, after breakfast, continue your 5-day Nile cruise with a visit to Aswan’s highlights:
The Aswan High Dam, built between 1960 and 1970, transformed Egypt’s economy by producing electricity and controlling the Nile floods.
The Unfinished Obelisk, commissioned by Queen Hatshepsut (1508–1458 BC), was intended for Karnak Temple but cracked during construction. It remains an open-air museum that illustrates ancient stone-carving techniques.
The Philae Temple, dedicated to Isis, was built in 280 BC by Ptolemy II. Adorned with inscriptions of the Myth of Osiris, it was relocated to Agilkia Island in the 1960s to save it from flooding caused by the High Dam.
Return to the cruise for lunch and dinner. Overnight onboard in Aswan.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Onboard the Cruise
In the morning, after breakfast, check out from your Nile cruise. You will then be transferred to your chosen location in Aswan, marking the end of your 5-day Nile River cruise.
Meals: Breakfast
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