Sail along the timeless Nile and uncover the ancient wonders of Egypt, where every moment on board turns into a story to remember. A Nile Cruise is not just a journey, but an unforgettable experience that stays with you forever.
Day 01:
Upon your arrival at the airport or train station, Faraos Reizen Egypt Travel representatives will meet and assist you, then transfer you to your Nile Cruise. After check-in and lunch on board, your journey begins in the afternoon with a visit to Luxor’s East Bank, where you will explore the magnificent Karnak Temple Complex and the beautiful Luxor Temple. In the evening, enjoy dinner on board and spend the night in Luxor. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
Day 02:
After breakfast, disembark to discover the wonders of Luxor’s West Bank with Faraos Reizen Egypt Travel. Explore the Valley of the Kings, where generations of pharaohs and nobles were laid to rest in magnificent tombs carved into the cliffs, and admire the imposing Colossi of Memnon standing guard over the necropolis. Continue your tour with a visit to the stunning Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, one of the most remarkable architectural achievements of ancient Egypt. Return to the cruise for lunch on board, then relax and enjoy the scenic sailing towards Edfu via Esna. Dinner and overnight on board. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 03:
In the morning, the Nile Cruise arrives at Edfu to visit the Temple of Horus, one of the best-preserved monuments from the Ptolemaic period (237–57 BC). Protected for centuries by desert sands, the temple is dedicated to Horus, son of Isis and Osiris, and still retains its roof and majestic atmosphere. After the visit, the cruise sails towards Kom Ombo. Upon arrival, explore the unique double temple, beautifully set on a bend of the Nile where sacred crocodiles once rested. This remarkable site is the only temple in Egypt dedicated to two gods: Sobek, the crocodile god, and Haroeris, Horus the Elder. After the tour, continue sailing to Aswan, with dinner and overnight on board. Your journey with Faraos Reizen Egypt Travel ensures comfort and unforgettable memories.
Day 04:
Your Aswan tour with Faraos Reizen Egypt Travel begins with a visit to the majestic Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis and considered the last temple built in the classical Egyptian style. Construction started around 690 BC, and the cult of Isis continued here until the 6th century AD. Enter through the impressive 18m-high first pylon decorated with reliefs of Ptolemy XII before exploring the sanctuary. Continue to the Unfinished Obelisk in the Northern Quarries, an enormous 42m-long monument that reveals the ancient techniques used by Egyptians in carving granite, and which, if completed, would have been the heaviest stone ever fashioned. End the tour with the Aswan High Dam, a modern engineering masterpiece built 13 km south of the city, containing 18 times the material used in the Great Pyramid and creating Lake Nasser, one of the largest artificial lakes in the world. After the visit, transfer back to your Nile Cruise for lunch and relaxation on board.
Day 05:
After breakfast, disembark from the Nile Cruise and transfer to the airport or train station for your final departure, carrying unforgettable memories of your journey with Faraos Reizen Egypt Travel.
NB: The Upper Egypt itinerary may change in timing or order, but all listed sites will be visited, and your guide will inform you of any adjustments.
Day 01:
Faraos Reizen Egypt Travel representative will meet you at your pick-up location in Aswan. Since cruise check-in is after 14:00, you will start your sightseeing tour by visiting Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis and considered one of the last temples built in classical Egyptian style. The temple is reached by boat, passing the Kiosk of Nectanebo, with impressive pylons showing reliefs of Ptolemy XII. Continue to the Unfinished Obelisk in the Northern Quarries, a massive monument nearly 42m long that offers insight into ancient stone-carving techniques; had it been completed, it would have been the heaviest obelisk ever made, weighing around 1168 tonnes. Next, proceed to the High Dam, a modern engineering wonder built 13 km south of Aswan, using 18 times the material of the Great Pyramid and creating Lake Nasser, one of the largest artificial lakes in the world. After completing the tour, transfer back to your Nile cruise, check-in and settle into your cabin, enjoy dinner on board, and overnight in Aswan.
Day 02:
In the early morning, your ship will sail to Kom Ombo, where you will visit the unique double temple dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek and the falcon god Haroeris, overlooking a beautiful bend of the Nile. After the visit, enjoy lunch on board as you continue sailing through the peaceful scenery of the river. Upon arrival in Edfu, you will take a horse-drawn carriage ride to explore the grand Temple of Horus, one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt and a masterpiece of Ptolemaic architecture. The temple walls are decorated with impressive reliefs narrating the story of Horus and his battle against Seth. On your way back, you can stop by the vibrant local bazaars, where colorful handicrafts, spices, and souvenirs are offered by local merchants. Return to your cruise for dinner, relaxation, and overnight on board.
Day 03:
You will arrive at Edfu to visit the majestic Temple of Horus, one of the best-preserved monuments of the Ptolemaic period, built between 237 and 57 BC and dedicated to Horus, son of Isis and Osiris. Protected for centuries by desert sands, this temple remains one of the most atmospheric ancient sites with its intact roof and impressive reliefs. Continue sailing towards Luxor, and if the cruise arrives early, you will explore the awe-inspiring Karnak Temple, an immense complex of sanctuaries, pylons, obelisks, and halls dedicated to the Theban triad, covering more than 2 sq km and reflecting over 1,500 years of history. At its core lies the Temple of Amun, once the most important place of worship in Egypt during the New Kingdom. The day will end with a visit to the elegant Luxor Temple, built mainly by Amenhotep III and Ramses II, known as the Southern Sanctuary, where the annual Opet Festival united the statues of Amun, Mut, and Khonsu after their grand procession along the Avenue of Sphinxes. Overnight on board.
Day 04:
After breakfast, you will disembark and start your tour on the West Bank of Luxor, beginning with the famous Valley of the Kings, the royal necropolis of the New Kingdom where 63 magnificent tombs were carved into the mountain of Al Qurn, once called the Place of Truth. You will then visit the stunning Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir El Bahari, a dazzling structure partly carved into the cliffs and considered one of the most remarkable architectural achievements of ancient Egypt, reconstructed to showcase its original glory. Continue to the impressive Colossi of Memnon, two massive statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III, each rising 18 meters high and weighing about 1,000 tones, which once guarded the entrance of his grand mortuary temple, now under excavation. At the end of the visits, return to your Nile Cruise for lunch and relaxation while enjoying the comfort on board.
NB: The Upper Egypt itinerary may change in timing or order, but all listed sites will be visited, and your guide will inform you of any adjustments.
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Note: Child pricing applies to children who share rooms with their parents (Max 2 child in one room).
More than 60 days: Free cancellation.
60-31 days: 25% cancellation fee.
30-15 days: 50% cancellation fee.
14-7 days: 75% cancellation fee.
Less than 7 days: 100% cancellation fee.
No show: Full cruise charged.
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