An 8-day Nile River cruise from Hurghada to Luxor and Aswan is an extraordinary adventure into the heart of ancient Egypt. Passion Egypt Tours will provide American travelers with a private A/C vehicle, a comfortable Nile cruise, and professional Egyptologist guides. Sail for 7 nights along the Nile, visiting Karnak Temple, the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Philae, and the majestic Abu Simbel Temples before returning to Hurghada. Book this enchanting journey and discover southern Egypt’s timeless wonders.
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See Egypt’s greatest wonders: Valley of the Kings, Luxor, Karnak, Philae, Hatshepsut, Edfu, and Abu Simbel Temples.
Enjoy excellent service during this 8-day Nile Cruise with guide and private transport.
Learn the 4,500-year-old history of Luxor and Aswan.
Marvel at monumental art and architecture of Upper Egypt.
Experience a magical cruise filled with joy and discovery.
In the morning, we will transfer you from your hotel in Hurghada to Luxor to embark on your unforgettable Nile River cruise from Hurghada, beginning with a visit to the East Bank of Luxor:
The magnificent Karnak Temple Complex is one of the most iconic and vast religious structures in the world. Built over more than 2,000 years from the Middle Kingdom (2000–1700 BC) to the Ptolemaic period (305–30 BC), it served as the center of worship for the Theban Triad: Amun, Mut, and Khonsu. Highlights include the Hypostyle Hall, the Sacred Lake, and the Avenue of Sphinxes.
After your exploration, check in to your 5* Nile cruise to enjoy lunch and some leisure time. In the evening, you will be taken to visit:
The elegant Luxor Temple, built around 1400 BC by Amenhotep III and later expanded by Tutankhamun, Horemheb, and Ramses II. Dedicated to the Theban Triad and the rejuvenation of kingship, the temple once hosted the famous Opet Festival. Its illuminated columns and statues create a breathtaking scene at night.
Return to your cruise to enjoy dinner and spend the night onboard.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Onboard the Cruise
Continue your Nile cruise from Hurghada as you sail through Esna towards Edfu. Enjoy breakfast, lunch, and dinner onboard, and spend the night on the cruise in Edfu.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Onboard the Cruise
After breakfast, join your Egyptologist guide to visit:
The Temple of Edfu, the most well-preserved temple from the Greco-Roman period. Its magnificent walls depict the legendary battle between Horus, the falcon god, and his uncle Set. Built between 237 BC and 57 BC, it provides unique insight into the religion, language, and art of the Ptolemaic era.
Explore the great Edfu Temple, dedicated to the sky god Horus. The temple, rediscovered in 1860 after centuries buried beneath the sand, stands as a timeless testament to ancient Egyptian architecture and devotion.
After finishing your tour in Edfu, return to the cruise and continue sailing to Aswan. Enjoy all meals onboard and overnight in Aswan.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Onboard the Cruise
Enjoy breakfast, then continue your Nile River cruise from Hurghada with a tour of Aswan’s highlights, starting with:
The impressive Aswan High Dam, constructed in the 1960s, is a monumental engineering project that transformed Egypt by controlling the Nile floods, producing electricity, and creating Lake Nasser.
The Unfinished Obelisk, ordered by Queen Hatshepsut, was designed to be the largest obelisk ever built, measuring 41.75 meters (137 ft) and weighing more than 1,000 tons. It remains attached to the bedrock, offering a rare glimpse into the stone-carving methods of ancient Egypt.
The enchanting Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis, was constructed in the Ptolemaic period between 380–362 BC and relocated to Agilkia Island by UNESCO in the 1970s. It beautifully narrates the sacred legend of Osiris and Isis.
Enjoy lunch and dinner onboard the cruise and spend the night in Aswan.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Onboard the Cruise
Early morning, receive your breakfast box and join your guide on a private excursion to the magnificent Abu Simbel Temples, where you will explore the timeless masterpieces of Ramses II and Queen Nefertari.
The mesmerizing Abu Simbel Temples are located near Egypt’s southern border showcasing the grand legacy of the great King Ramsess the Great around 1264 BC. These majestic temples honor Amun-Ra, Ptah, Ra-Horakhty, and the deified Ramses II himself. Twice a year, on February 22 and October 22, the sun aligns perfectly to illuminate the sanctuary during the famous Sun Festival.
After completing your exploration, return to your cruise to enjoy lunch and continue sailing along the Nile. All meals included {B.L.D}.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Onboard the Cruise
Enjoy breakfast on board your cruise, then meet your private Egyptologist guide to visit:
The enchanting Kom Ombo Temple, known as the Hill of Gold, was built during the Ptolemaic period (180–47 BC). This unique temple features a rare double design with two symmetrical sections dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek and the falcon god Haroeris, offering remarkable depictions of ancient medical and astronomical practices.
After exploring the Kom Ombo Temple, return to your cruise for lunch, then continue sailing to Luxor. All meals included {B.L.D}.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Onboard the Cruise
Continue your Nile River cruise from Hurghada with a visit to Luxor’s West Bank, where you will explore some of the most enchanting landmarks, starting with:
The magnificent Valley of the Kings, a royal burial ground carved within a sacred hill in the heart of the Theban Necropolis. Constructed between 1570 and 1050 BC during the New Kingdom, the valley is home to 63 tombs of great pharaohs including Ramses II, Seti I, and the boy-king Tutankhamun. Its walls are adorned with colorful inscriptions and religious texts that illuminate the journey to the afterlife.
The Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut is one of the most beautifully preserved ancient Egyptian temples. Built on three terraced levels connected by grand ramps, it is a masterpiece of architectural brilliance nestled at the base of the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari.
The elegant Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut (1473–1458 BC), also known as the Holy of Holies, was carved into the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari. Its design of terraces, pillared halls, and statues of the queen in the guise of Osiris reflect her divine vision and legacy as one of Egypt’s most successful rulers.
The Colossi of Memnon, built around 1350 BC, are two monumental statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III. Carved from quartzite sandstone, each stands 18 meters high and depicts the pharaoh seated on his throne. In ancient times, these statues were famed for producing a mysterious ‘singing’ sound at dawn, which fascinated Greek and Roman travelers.
Return to your cruise and enjoy the rest of the day onboard. All meals included {B.L.D}.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Onboard the Cruise
After breakfast, check out from the cruise and we will transfer you back to your hotel in Hurghada, concluding your unforgettable Nile River cruise to Luxor and Aswan. Meals included {B}.
Meals: Breakfast
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