Nile Cruise Luxor to Aswan in 5 Days – Amwaj

Early morning with the breathtaking view of the Nile banks; have your breakfast amid this dazzling atmosphere.

Meet your Egyptologist on the cruise deck, and take your seat in the AC vehicle, going ahead to your first stop inside Thebes Necropolis.

Arrive at the Valley of the Kings - The Visit Lasts 2 Hours: 

It is home to the royal tombs and the kings' afterlife world. Used from 1550 BCE to 1070 BCE, it includes over 100 chambers with around 64 tombs. You can visit up to three of the best royal tombs, including KV2—Tomb of Ramses IV, KV6—Tomb of Ramses IX, KV11—Tomb of Ramses III, KV14—Tomb of Tausert and Setnakht, KV1—Tomb of Ramses VII, and KV8—Tomb of Merenptah.

Note: there are tombs that need extra fees (not included in the tour cost), like KV62—Tomb of Tutankhamun, KV17—Tomb of Seti I, and KV9—Tomb of Ramses V and VI. We can assist you with booking these additional tickets, while you can still visit the three tombs included in the main ticket and explore the dazzling afterlife worlds of great kings.

We go ahead to the second stop, Hatshepsut Temple.

Explore The Hatshepsut Temple - The Visit Lasts 1 Hour and 30 Minutes:

It's a unique terraced structure with ramps and colonnades blending into the Deir El Bahri cliffs—one of the most architecturally refined temples in ancient Egypt. Built for Queen Hatshepsut, one of Egypt’s few female pharaohs (ruled ~1479–1458 BCE), dedicated to the god Amun-Ra, and also honors Hathor and Anubis. Explore the Statues and Sphinxes of Hatshepsut inside.

We go ahead to the third stop, Colossi of Memnon.

Colossi of Memnon Visit - The Visit Lasts 45 Minutes:

Each statue represents Amenhotep III in a seated position, 18 meters (60 feet) tall, but why did they call him Memnon, especially since they adorned the largest mortuary temple in Thebes that was dedicated to Amenhotep III (18th Dynasty, ~1350 BCE), and where is this temple now? Discover all of that with your Egyptologist and take wonderful shots.

We go ahead back to the Nile Cruise.

The Nile Cruise Sails to Edfu: 

Enjoy the relaxing time with a lunch meal on the cruise deck, savoring dishes rich with delicious flavors.

Experience the first sailing time, crossing through Esna Lock, arriving at Edfu shore.

Relish your peaceful night, docking on Edfu, and entertain having a tasty dinner.

Meals Included:

Breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Entertain on a delightful morning and have your breakfast on the cruise board. Prepare yourself for an unforgettable experience with your Egyptologist during your visit to the Edfu Temple.

Take a horse carriage in 10 to 15 minutes, arriving at the Edfu Temple.

Embark on Edfu Temple - The Visit Lasts 1 Hour and 30 Minutes: 

Constructed between 237 and 57 BCE, the temple stands as the best-preserved in ancient Egypt and honors Horus, the falcon-headed god. Visit the hypostyle halls, chambers, and side rooms; a courtyard of offerings surrounded by columns; and a massive pylon (entrance) with two towers that stand 36 meters high.

We go ahead to the Nile Cruise

Nile Cruise Sails to Kom Ombo: 

Relish the seamless sailing to Kom Ombo while relishing your Lunch. The Nile Cruise docks in front of the temple.

With your Egyptologist, arrive at the Kom Ombo Temple.

Kom Ombo Temple - The Visit Lasts 1 Hour and 30 Minutes: 

This rare double-designed temple is dedicated to two gods, Sobek and Horus, and it represents a unique aspect of freedom in worship in ancient Egypt. This dual temple features two identical entrances, halls, sanctuaries, and rooms that are situated side by side. Discover the Hypostyle Hall, Nilometer, and Crocodile Museum.

We go ahead back to the Nile Cruise.

The Nile Cruise Sails to Aswan:

Spend a restful night on the cruise deck, sailing to Aswan, while relishing your dinner. The Cruise docks on the Aswan shore.

Meals Included:

Breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Amid the fabulous atmosphere and the wonderful views of Aswan nature, relish your morning with a breakfast on the cruise deck.

Meet your Egyptologist on the cruise board, and take your seat in the vehicle, going ahead to your first stop.

Aswan High Dam Visit - Lasts to around 1 Hour and 30 Minutes: 

It is one of the largest stone-and-earth fill dams in the world, with 12 turbine units Built from granite rock, it created Lake Nasser, which is the largest man-made lake in the world, extending over 550 km (340 mi) south into Sudan.

We go ahead to the second stop, Philae Temple.

 Philae Temple - the Visit Lasts 1 Hour and 30 Minutes: 

Arrive at the Philae Port to ride a motorboat for a unique sailing experience to Aglika Island, where Philae Temple is located. It is dedicated to Isis, goddess of magic, motherhood, and healing, the wife of Osiris and the mother of Horus. Explore this temple's Great Pylon & First Court, Kiosk of Trajan with Roman-style open pavilion, Temple of Isis (Main Sanctuary), and Hypostyle Hall.

We go ahead to the third stop, the Unfinished Obelisk.

Unfinished Obelisk - the Visit Lasts 1 Hour and 30 Minutes: 

The greatest obelisk in history, with a height of 42 m (138 ft) and a weight of 1,200 tons, is dedicated to Queen Hatshepsut. The obelisk is still attached to the bedrock, which reveals the original shape being carved, along with chisel grooves, drill holes, and red-ochre guide lines that help you discover one of the greatest architectural miracles from ancient Egypt.

We go ahead back to the Nile Cruise.

Arrive at the Nile Cruise: 

Relish your lunch meal on the cruise deck while docking on Aswan's shore.

A restful night to spend amid the romantic atmosphere of Aswan with dinner.

Meals Included:

Breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Start your day with a hearty breakfast before departing from the Nile Cruise, following a remarkable journey that left lasting memories.

We can arrive at the drop-off site you select in Aswan by the air-conditioned vehicle.

Meals Included:

Breakfast.