3 Nights Cruise Aswan to Luxor including Abu Simbel, Nubian Village&Air Balloon
3 Nights Cruise Aswan to Luxor including Abu Simbel, Nubian Village&Air Balloon
The Beauty of Egypt Upper Nile Valley, is best appreciated from the deck of a Nile Cruise ship. Enjoy the riverside scenery and discover the ancient wonders. Explore the highlights of the sightseeing in Luxor and Aswan, two stops in the way to visit the Pharaonic sites of interest such as; Kom Ombo and Edfu Temples.
Discover one of the most impressive temples in Egypt by visiting Abu Simbel 285 km south of Aswan. Visit one of the Nubian families on Soheil Island in Aswan. Experience the exciting trip of the Hot Air Balloon in Luxor.
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Your Itinerary
A curated journey through the experience
Aswan Railway Station
Note: If your arrival to Aswan is so early, so we will start the tour direct upon arrival since the cruise check-in time at 12:00 and we don't want our guest to waste their time waiting at the lobby for check-in.
Aswan High Dam
Then, start your tour by visiting the High Dam; achieved in 1960 to protect Egypt from the flood and generate electric.
45 minutesTemple of Philae
Proceed to visit the Graeco Roman Temple dedicated to Goddess Isis using a small motorboat to get there. Later on, return back to your cruise for Lunch.
2 hoursNubian Village
Day 2: Abu Simbel Temples&Kom OmboTemple
3 hoursAbu Simbel Temple Complex
Around 4:30,your guide will pick you up for Abu Simbel trip(sharing a group) ,to visit one of the most impressive places in Egypt; the rock-cut temples of Abu Simbel with their unique design built for King Ramesses 2nd and his beloved Queen Nefertari. Back to the cruise by noon to have your lunch and navigation heading to Kom Ombo city.
8 hoursTemple of Kom Ombo
Day 3: Edfu Temple& Arrive Luxor(visit Luxor Temple)
1 hourTemple of Horus
After your breakfast, experience Horse Carriage ride with your tour guide to visit the temple of Horus at Edfu which is considered to be the most complete and the best preserved of all the Egyptian temples. Return to the cruise. Relax on deck watching the unique landscape and admire the beautiful scenery of the Nile river while sailing to Luxor. Cross Esna Lock. Lunch on board. Afternoon tea on sundeck.
2 hoursLuxor Temple
Day 4: Balloon Ride, Luxor Tour&departure transfer
1 hourColossi of Memnon
Begin around 5:00 am pick up for the incredible trip of 30 to 45 minutes Hot Air Balloon flight over the west bank of Luxor and enjoy an aerial view of the country's landscape and famous landmarks. Enjoy the sunrise illuminating the sky of the open air museum city(Luxor) over the great temples and mountains below.
2 hoursValley of the Kings
Breakfast and check out to start your unforgettable day by driving to the West Bank to visit the Valley of the Kings, where the pharaohs from the new kingdom carved their tombs in the mountains aiming to hide their treasure and protect their mummies.
2 hoursTemple of Hatshepsut at Deir el Bahari
Then to the Mortuary temple of the famous queen Hatshepsut at El Deir El Bahari, discover her beautiful temple and her attractive story with her nephew. End your tour in the West Bank by a photo stop in front of the gigantic statues of Memnon. Lunch time in a local restaurant (optional).
1 hourKarnak
Back to the East Bank to see the largest temple ever; Karnak Temple built through 2000 years, covering an area of about 63 acres. Have nice pics between its huge pillars and obelisks.
1 hour 30 minutesLuxor International Airport
No accommodation included on this day.
Included
- 3 nights accommodation on 5 stars Nile Cruise on full board basis.
- 35 to 45 minutes Hot Air Balloon Ride Over Luxor Sky
- All transfers/Pickup and drop off service by A/C. vehicle .
- Professional English speaking Egyptology Tour guide.
- Sharing a small group to Abu Simbel.
- 3x Breakfast
- 3x Dinner
- 3x Lunch
- Accommodation included: 3 nights
- Entry/Admission - Colossi of Memnon
Not Included
- Any optional Tours if required or Any personal expenses like laundry etc.
- Water or Beverages during the meals or Wifi on the cruise. (extra charge)
- Entrance fees to all the mentioned sightseeing.
- Tipping to Guide, Drivers, cruise crew etc.
- Motorboat to Philae Temple.
Good to Know
- Infants must sit on laps
- Near public transportation
- Stroller accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
- A child from 6 to 11 accompanied by one adult will be treated as an adult.(full payment).
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel.
- A child less than 6 years is not allowed for the balloon trip.
- Child rate applies only when sharing 2 paying adults.
- If your arrival to Aswan is so early, so we will start the tour direct upon arrival as Cruise check in at 12:00.
- Prices are quoted in U.S dollars, per person per trip and valid, except during Christmas, New Year and Easter holidays.
- Sometimes due to sailing conditions on the River Nile,Nile Cruises itineraries schedule and sailing time maybe updated.We assure that our clients will see all what is on their itineraries but maybe in different order.
- Camera is not allowed for the balloon trip, but you can use your cellphone to take pictures.
- If the balloon cancelled due to bad weather, you will be refunded with 30$ per person.
- If Abu Simbel Trip cancelled due to bad weather, you will be refunded with 30$ per person.
- If the Nubian Village cancelled due to bad weather, you will be refunded with 30$ per person.
- Recommended arrival time on the first day should be before 12pm.
- An evening departure on the last day is recommended as the tour ends in Luxor around 4pm.
- Most travelers can participate
- It is available to pick Travelers from Aswan west bank hotels with extra 15$ USD per person.
- Our drop off location in Luxor after the tour on the last day can be at Luxor Airport, train or hotels in Luxor east bank
- It is available to transfer Travelers to their Hotels in Luxor west bank with extra 15$ USD per person.
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Tickets & Cancellation
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.