Nile Cruise Tour from Luxor to Aswan for 5 Days

Begin your day on the MS Royal Viking Nile Cruise with a delectable breakfast before meeting your tour leader to commence the Luxor West Bank Tour. Explore the fascinating Valley of the Kings, where the New Kingdom Pharaohs constructed rock-cut tombs in distant locations to safeguard them from tomb raiders. Over 60 tombs have been discovered to date, each a testament to ancient craftsmanship and burial practices.

Next, continue your Luxor West Bank Tours with a visit to the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, also known as the Temple of El Deir El Bahari. This 97-foot-tall monument is a remarkable feat of architecture that never fails to impress its visitors. As you conclude your Luxor day tours, you'll encounter the Colossi of Memnon, colossal statues of the great King Amenhotep III.

Enjoy a delightful lunch served on board the Luxor to Aswan Nile Cruise as you set sail towards Edfu. For an optional and awe-inspiring experience, consider a Luxor Hot Air Balloon Ride above the west bank monuments.

In the evening, a delightful dinner awaits you, and you'll spend the night on the Nile Cruise to Edfu Temple, ready for more adventures on the following day. Meals provided include breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Having immersed yourself in the past two days of Luxor Sightseeing tours, start your day with a delicious breakfast on the Nile Cruise. Your expert tour guide will accompany you on one of the most fascinating Egypt Tours - a trip to Edfu to explore the Temple of Horus. This ancient Egyptian temple is exceptionally well-preserved, retaining all the elements of its historical significance. Ranking as one of the largest temples in Egypt, second only to the Karnak Temple, the Temple of Edfu is a captivating sight.

After the tour, return to the cruise ship and indulge in the enchanting sailing experience as you head south toward Kom Ombo. Lunch will be served onboard, offering a unique and enjoyable mealtime.

You will be guided to the remarkable Kom Ombo Temple, dedicated to the crocodile God Sobek. Constructed between 1350 and 180 B.C. under the rule of King Ramses II, this temple holds immense historical and religious importance.

Following your Kom Ombo and Edfu tour, the cruise will continue its journey towards Aswan. Enjoy a delightful dinner onboard, accompanied by local music and entertainment shows, making your evening truly special. Spend the night in the picturesque city of Aswan, eagerly anticipating the adventures that await you the next day.

Meals provided include breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

After breakfast on the Egypt Nile cruise tours from USA, meet your private tour leader for the Aswan day tours:

The High Dam: Explore the High Dam, a crucial structure that protected Egypt from Nile floods, preventing water wastage. Aswan, located at the southernmost point of Egypt, is about a thousand kilometers away from Cairo.

The Unfinished Obelisk: Visit the granite quarries where ancient Egyptians cut and transported granite for pyramids, temples, and obelisks during the old and new kingdom eras.

Philae Temple: Continue your Aswan tours at the Philae Temple, a Greco-Roman-style monument dedicated to the worship of Goddess Isis. It holds significance in the legend of Isis, Osiris, and Horus.

After the tour, return to the cruise for lunch and enjoy free time in Aswan. In the evening, savor a quality dinner on board, followed by an entertaining Nubian show. Overnight in Aswan.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Following your final breakfast on the Luxor-Aswan Nile cruise boat, it will be time for check-out. We will arrange a transfer to your preferred drop-off location in Aswan, such as the railway station or Aswan Airport in the charming town of Aswan.

For those interested, an optional tour to Abu Simbel is available on the last day to add to the already incredible Aswan Excursions!

Meals: Breakfast