5 Days Monte Carlo Nile Cruise Tour from Luxor to Aawan

After enjoying breakfast, you'll be transported to Luxor's West Bank, where you'll explore the remarkable sites. Your Luxor day tours will include visiting the Colossi of Memnon, and the impressive statues of King Amenhotep III. Next, you'll visit the Hatshepsut Temple at El Deir EL Bahari, which stands out for its unique design, featuring terraces, colonnades, and intricate reliefs portraying the achievements and expeditions of Queen Hatshepsut. 

Next, you will explore the Valley of the Kings, which is a historic site located on Luxor's West Bank in Egypt. It is an ancient burial ground that served as the final resting place for pharaohs and powerful nobles of the New Kingdom period.

As you sail towards Edfu, you'll pass through the Esna Lock. During this time, you can return to the ship for a delicious lunch and afternoon tea. You'll then have dinner and spend the night aboard the Nile cruise ship.

Included meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner

After enjoying a delicious breakfast on the Nile cruise ship, you will embark on an excursion to the Horus Temple at Edfu. Accompanied by a knowledgeable tour guide, you will explore this well-preserved temple dedicated to the falcon-headed god Horus.

Afterward, you will transfer back to the cruise and continue your journey to Kom Ombo. While onboard, you will savor a delightful lunch as you sail towards your next destination. At Kom Ombo, you will visit the unique Temple of Kom Ombo, which is dedicated to the two gods Sobek and Haroeris.

Once you have finished exploring the temple, you will return to the cruise and continue sailing towards Aswan. Onboard, you will enjoy a delicious dinner and spend the night on the Nile cruise ship, ready for more adventures the next day.

Your exploration continues in Aswan, where you will visit the renowned High Dam. The construction of the Aswan High Dam began in 1960 and was completed in 1970. It was built across the Nile River to control the annual flooding, provide irrigation water for agriculture, and generate electricity. 

Next, you will explore the Unfinished Obelisk. This ancient monument provides insight into the fascinating methods employed by ancient Egyptians in quarrying and transporting granite for their grand constructions, including the pyramids, temples, pillars, and obelisks.

Your journey then takes you to the magnificent Philae Temple. This breathtaking temple dedicated to the goddess Isis was relocated to Agilkia Island after the construction of the High Dam. 

After a day of exploration, you will spend the night on a Nile cruise ship in Aswan. The following day, you will have the opportunity to visit the Botanical Garden, a serene and beautiful oasis along the Nile.

Immerse yourself in the wonders of Aswan as you discover its historical treasures and natural beauty during your Nile cruise adventure.

After having breakfast on your last day, you will depart and then be transferred to either the Aswan Airport or the train station. Before your departure, you will have some free time to explore Aswan at your leisure. As a perfect way to conclude your fantastic Aswan excursions, an optional tour to Abu Simbel is available.