Take advantage of our Egypt Tour packages and go on a spectacular 5-day vacation on the MS Moondance Ship Nile Cruise. Explore famous sites like Karnak and Luxor Temple while sailing in luxury from Luxor to Aswan. Explore Aswan's treasures, such as the Philae Temple and the High Dam. These Egypt trips, which highlight the best of Luxor and Aswan, provide the ideal balance of leisure and adventure. Take one of our Egypt excursions for a once-in-a-lifetime exploration of Egypt's historical and cultural treasures.
One of the biggest religious structures in the world is the amazing Temple of Karnak complex in Luxor.
You will meet our expert tour guide at Luxor International Airport with the Cairo Top Tours sign on the first day of your MS Moon dance ship Nile cruise tour from Luxor to Aswan. After that, you will be driven to the stunning MS Hapi 5 Nile cruise and visit:
Temple of Luxor:
Thutmose III booths. Four elegant pillars that resemble a bundle of red granite papyrus stems support these booths, and the caps of these pillars are symbolic of papyrus stems. The god Amun-Ra's holy boat was located in the central compartment, his wife Mut's sacred boat was located in the western, and the moon god Khonsu's son's sacred boat was located in the eastern.
Temple of Karnak:
The smallest of the ten structures, it was constructed in the west by King Tuthmosis III. It is regarded as a compass because it is a granite column in the north with an engraving of a lotus flower that was growing in Lower Egypt on top, and a papyrus plant that was growing in Upper Egypt on the south opposite it.
You can eat lunch on the board. After that, you will be given the opportunity to attend the Karnak Temple sound and light display, eat dinner, and then relax and sleep comfortably.
After enjoying a delicious breakfast on board, make preparations to begin the voyage on the second day of the MS Moon dance ship Nile cruise tour from Luxor to Aswan.
The Luxor hot air balloon trip is an optional tour that Cairo Top Tours' tour guide will provide you with so you may start your day early with picturesque aerial views.
then, following breakfast, begin with the first site:
the King's Valley:
Known as the Valley of the Kings, it is located in the valley of a dry river on the west bank of the ancient city of Thebes (modern-day Luxor). However, this name is not totally correct because some members of the royal family other than the kings were also buried there, as well as some non-royals, though they were high-ranking. The Valley of the Kings is divided into the eastern and western valleys.
Temple of Hatshepsut:
Queen Hatshepsut constructed the monastery to carry out rites that would help her in the afterlife. After the Copts used this temple as their monastery in the seventh century AD, the region was given the contemporary Arabic name Deir al-Bahari. The temple is made up of three terraces that rise and fall, connected by ramps.
Memnon's Colosi:
On the western bank of Thebes, now known as Luxor, lies the statue of Memnon. Numerous Pharaonic monuments in Luxor, one of the most popular tourist destinations, are connected to the ancient Egyptian civilization from thousands of years ago.
End your day overnight on the comfortable board.
Meals: breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Begin the third day of your journey. After a delectable breakfast, take a 5-day MS Moon dance ship Nile cruise tour from Luxor to Aswan. From there, head to Edfu and see your first destination:
Temple of Edfu:
The Temple of Edfu, also known as the Temple of Horus, is situated in the city of Edfu, 123 km north of Aswan. It is among the most exquisite temples in Egypt.
Temple of Kom Ombo:
The discovery of the oldest pottery-making workshop in the ancient state, which dates back to the Egyptian Fourth Dynasty (2613–2494), when the pyramids were built, is one of the significant and valuable discoveries made in the city of Kom Ombo, according to archaeologist Ibrahim Suleiman. then have your lunch and sail to Aswan.
Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner.
Breakfast will be served early on the fourth day of the MS Moon dancing ship Nile cruise tour from Luxor to Aswan to let you refuel before you are driven to the first location.
High Dam in Aswan:
In the southern Egyptian city of Aswan, there is a rubble dam on the Nile River. It is 3830 meters long at its summit, with 520 meters of that length situated between the Nile's two banks and the remaining length extending in the shape of two wings on either side of the river. At its highest point, the dam is 40 meters wide and stands 111 meters above the Nile River's bottom.
Temple of Philae:
Temple of Philae This temple dedicated to the goddess Isis, which was flooded by the waters of the Nile, was divided and reassembled in a new location on the island of Agilika, about 500 m from its original place on the island of Philae. then have your last overnight.
Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner.
You will be driven to the Aswan international airport on the final day of the MS Moon dance ship Nile cruise tour from Luxor to Aswan, where our service will conclude with the most enjoyable Nile cruise tour.
Depending on availability and periods of strong demand, the price may vary.
# | May-Sep | Oct-April |
---|---|---|
Solo | $1080 | $1410 |
Double | $790 | $1000 |
Triple | $770 | $980 |
Hotels
Looking for something different? check out our related tour now, or simply contact us to tailor made your Egypt tour
On board, the MS Esplanade Nile Cruise, take a fantastic luxury Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor and stop at the most fascinating sites along the way. Before being fascinated by the magnificent temples of Luxor and Karnak in Luxor, visit the Temple of Philae and the Great Dam at Aswan.
The 5-star MS Royal Princess Nile cruise cruises the Nile every Friday from Aswan to Luxor. While on board, passengers can take in the majesty of the ancient Egyptian structures along the Nile River.
Best Trip on SS Sudan Steamer Nile Cruise, you may learn about Ancient Egypt's history, manner of life, religion, and philosophies, among other things, while sailing the Nile River in luxury. You will see the most spectacular monuments between Luxor and Aswan.
View the beauty of ancient Egyptian sites aboard one of the majority of Luxor to Aswan Tour on Blue Shadow Cruise, which departs from Luxor on Saturdays and ends in Aswan. High Dam in Aswan and Edfu in Luxor both feature temples dedicated to the deity Horus that may be visited.
We received a lot of positive feedback from our customers about Egypt budget tours with Egypt Tours, which you can see on our social media pages, such as Trip Advisor, and YouTube videos. Our experts stay with travelers to every part of Egypt to explain to them the historical background of every site they see while they are on their Egypt and Holy Land tours.
Most cruise ships provide bottled or purified water, ensuring a safe and comfortable journey.
Wear modest clothing, especially when you're at places of worship. Given the hot weather, loose, airy clothing composed of breathable fabric is advised. In addition, a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen are necessary for sun protection.
Yes, there are other attractions nearby, such as the town of Edfu itself, which has a lively market and traditional Egyptian architecture. Additionally, the nearby city of Aswan has many other ancient sites and attractions to explore.
Check out our partners