Tour Overview
| From | $ 620 / per person |
|---|---|
| Duration | 4 days |
| Destinations | Aswan, |
| Tour Availability | Every Monday |
| Tour Type | Sharing , |
| Pickup Location | Aswan |
Nile Shams Nile Cruise: 3 Nights Aswan to Luxor
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Description
Nile Shams Nile Cruise: 3 Nights Aswan to Luxor invites you to sail amid the timeless banks of the Nile, exploring the magnificent ancient Egyptian temples and tombs.
Visit top Aswan attractions, including the Aswan High Dam, Philae Temple – the home of Isis – and the Unfinished Obelisk. Sail to Kom Ombo Temple – the only double-faced temple in ancient Egypt – and the most well-preserved one, Edfu Temple.
Embark on Thebes, which is now Luxor, visiting the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple with its rare dramatic façade, Colossi of Memnon, and the Karnak Temple, which is the largest religious complex ever built in the world.
Experience sailing amid the majesty of ancient Egypt while enjoying a swimming pool, sun lounges, a bar, and a restaurant for fresh-cooked, delicious Egyptian and global cuisine—all on the cruise board. Entertain yourself with the scenic Nile views from a panoramic window in your private cabin.
Arrive at the sights with an expert Egyptologist who speaks your language, and relish seamless, door-to-door air-conditioned transportation.
Book with Golavita as a local tourist agency and benefit from top-class services, including smooth pickup and drop-off, at affordable pricing and flexible cancellation policies.
Includes
- Meet and assist upon arrival and departure
- 4-day stay on a 5-star cruise with full board.
- Expert tour guide
- Entrance fees for all sites, including Philae Temple, Aswan High Dam, the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, Colossi of Memnon, Luxor Temple, Karnak Temple, Edfu Temple and Kom Ombo Temple.
- All service charges and taxes are included.
Excludes
- Optional Tours
- Personal Expenses
- Nile Cruise Crew Tipping
Itinerary
Day 1: Explore Aswan High Dam, Philae Temple, and Unfinished Obelisk
Enjoy Early Morning Pickup:
Enjoy a seamless pickup service provided by our expert Egyptologist at the time you agreed upon and at the location you selected in Aswan.
By the air-conditioned vehicle, arrive at the Aswan High Dam.
Visit Aswan High Dam:
The Aswan High Dam is a remarkable architectural achievement of the 20th century, recognized as the largest embankment dam in the world; it created Lake Nasser, the world's largest artificial lake, and generated electricity for Egyptian homes while also irrigating the land.
The visit lasts around 1 to 1.5 hours. We go ahead to Philae port by the air-conditioned vehicle. Enjoy a restful sailing to Philae Temple by motorboat.
Visit Philae Temple:
Visit the ancient Egyptian goddess of magic, motherhood, and healing, Isis, in the Philae Temple. The temple will appear while you are in the heart of the Nile in a dramatic view to capture breathtaking shots. Explore the beautiful Blend of Egyptian and Greco-Roman architecture inside this temple.
The visit lasts around 1 hour and 30 minutes. Sail back to Philae port, and take your air-conditioned seat in the modern vehicle, going ahead to the Unfinished Obelisk.
Visit the Unfinished Obelisk:
Meet the largest obelisk ever attempted, dedicated to Hatshepsut, which stood at 42 meters (137 feet) and weighed around 1,200 tons if completed. You are now in the ancient Egyptian granite quarries of Aswan.
The visit lasts around 45 minutes. We go ahead to the Nile Cruise by the air-conditioned vehicle.
Nile Cruise Check-in & Lunch:
Relish a restful time on the cruise deck, and relish having your lunch meal with rich flavors.
A restful night to spend on the cruise deck.
The Nile Cruise docks on Aswan's shore.
Meals Included:
Lunch, and dinner.
Day 2: Visit Kom Ombo Temple & Sail to Edfu
Relish your early morning amid Aswan's wonderful nature and culture, besides the fresh atmosphere of the Nile. Entertain with a delicious breakfast meal on the cruise board.
Experience the relaxing sailing to Kom Ombo Temple, docking in front of the temple. With the accompaniment of your Egyptologist, arrive at the temple.
Visit Kom Ombo Temple:
The temple features two entrances, two sanctuaries, and two sets of halls, each dedicated to one of the two gods: Sobek—the crocodile god of fertility and protection—and Horus the Elder—the falcon-headed god of healing and kingship. It is a rare architectural feature in ancient Egypt.
The visit lasts around 1 hour and 30 minutes. We go ahead back to the Nile Cruise.
Nile Cruise Sails to Edfu & Lunch:
Enjoy the peaceful sailing and relish a lunch meal on the cruise deck.
Relish your restful night on the cruise deck with a dinner meal.
The Nile Cruise docks on the Edfu shore.
Meals Included:
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Day 3: Visit Edfu Temple & Sail to Luxor
Start your early morning with a delicious breakfast, and meet your Egyptologist for a unique experience of riding a horse carriage to Edfu Temple.
Visit Edfu Temple:
The temple honors Horus, the falcon-headed god of kingship and the sky. Built during the Ptolemaic period (237–57 BCE) in the traditional Egyptian design, it is the most well-preserved temple in ancient Egypt. Wander amid the temple walls that are covered in inscriptions that tell the myth of Horus and Seth, a story of good versus evil in ancient Egyptian mythology.
The visit lasts around 1 hour and 30 minutes. We go ahead back to the Nile Cruise.
Nile Cruise Sails to Luxor & Lunch:
The journey through Esna Lock is an unforgettable experience. Enjoy the sailing and relish your lunch meal.
A relaxing night on the cruise deck with dinner.
The Nile Cruise docks on Luxor's shore amid the majesty of Thebes, the capital of ancient Egypt.
Meals Included:
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Day 4: Visit the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, Colossi of Memnon, and Karnak Temple
Relish your breakfast on the cruise deck, and check out from the Nile Cruise after meeting your Egyptologist to start the Luxor day tour.
Take the air-conditioned seat in the vehicle, going ahead to Thebes Necropolis.
Visit the Valley of the Kings:
Welcome to the resting afterlife site for the great ancient Egyptian kings of the New Kingdom. Visit the best-ever 3 tombs in the site, discovering walls that are covered in brightly colored reliefs, often still vibrant today, including from The Book of the Dead, The Book of Amduat, The Book of Gates, The Book of Caverns, The Book of the Earth, and The Litany of Ra.
Note: Tombs of Tutankhamun, Seti I, Ramesses I, and Ramesses III need to book tickets with extra fees (not included in the main entrance ticket)_ If you want to book tickets, please confirm this with your Egyptologist, who can assist you in the booking process. The rest of the tombs are available on the main ticket with no extra fees.
The visit lasts around 2 hours. We go ahead to Hatshepsut Temple by the air-conditioned vehicle in around 15 minutes.
Visit the Hatshepsut Temple:
A temple with a façade that is unlike any other temple in Egypt, it's built in three grand terraces carved into the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari, designed by the architect Senenmut for Hatshepsut, the only woman to rule ancient Egypt successfully and made amazing trade expeditions to Punt. See this unique era inside this rare structure.
The visit lasts around 1 hour and 30 minutes. We go ahead to the Colossi of Memnon by the air-conditioned vehicle in around 7 minutes.
Visit the Colossi of Memnon:
They are a perfect photo stop on your way to the Thebes Necropolis, seeing massive statues made by single blocks of quartzite stone, representing Amenhotep III, adorning her Mortuary Temple, which is the largest in the Thebes Necropolis.
The visit lasts around 45 minutes. We go ahead to a local restaurant for lunch in the air-conditioned vehicle.
Lunchtime:
It takes around 1 hour. We go ahead to the Karnak Temple by the air-conditioned vehicle.
Visit the Karnak Temple:
It is the main worship center for the ancient Egyptians, dedicated primarily to the god Amun-Ra, the king of the gods, and the important festivals for the pharaohs, such as the Opet Festival, were celebrated here to renew the king’s divine power. Discover its Great Hypostyle Hall, the sacred lake used only by the priests, sanctuaries, chapels, and even more.
The visit takes around 2 hours.
By the air-conditioned vehicle, we arrive at the drop-off point you select.
Meals Included:
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Attractions Highlight
What to bring?
- Your Passport
- Comfortable shoes and clothes
- Sunglasses, Hat and Sun cream
- Jacket in winter
¿Cómo planificar tus vacaciones a Egipto desde Sudáfrica?
Desde la visa, la reserva de los vuelos, tours, entradas a atracciones y el alojamiento, además de la programación de la visita a las atracciones con transporte, sumado a las comidas de primera clase, todo estará planeado perfectamente con Golavita.Todo lo que necesitas es contactarnos.
¿Es seguro visitar Egipto?
Egipto se distingue por un sistema de seguridad de alta calidad que está disponible en todo el país las 24 horas del día.
¿Cuál es el mejor momento para visitar Egipto desde Sudáfrica?
Egipto tiene un clima que no varía más que Sudáfrica, y por eso Egipto es una opción perfecta para visitar durante todo el año.
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Right from the beginning, communication with Mr Akram was so professional, he attends to all your needs by listening to what it is you want to get out of your excursions and creates these amazing moments of a life time, all with the great connections he has. Nothing is too much of a hassle for Mr Akram, he answered all my questions thoroughly before I arrived.
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We went on two excursions whilst we were in Hurghada, one to Cairo and the other Luxor. Our hired car was very modern, clean and had AC, which gave us a great first impression.
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Overall our whole experience was amazing, many laughs along the way, many memories to treasure. Nothing is too much hassle for these lovely people, Mr Akram always made sure we were ok and enjoyed our experiences by checking in on us.
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Great experience from the start to finish. Golavita excelled on all fronts from good customer service, customer care and eager to provide customer excellence.They organised a simple, cost effective and efficient service with their Luxor trip package.The van was almost brand new, great drivers, couple stops for refreshments and got us bang on time to Luxor. It was a 12 seater van with just 8 tourists leaving plenty of space for everyone to stretch and be comfortable. I have long legs and so I had requested specific seats which was booked for me in advance and I didn't get any hassle by drivers or other co passengers.The guide was Sherriff and I really really enjoyed the way he delivered the site seeing experience. Sheriff spoke fluent in English and with a Masters in Egyptology and 4 decades of experience there couldn't have been a better guide. I highly recommend Sherriff as a guide and Islam and Ahmed as the drivers of fellow Brits tourists.Above all I want to thank Golavita for organising this incredible journey.
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We had booked airport transfers from Hurgada airport to our resort in May 2022 and our experience was excellent. What sets this company apart was the responsive service we got through WhatsApp messaging. You may not be aware of this but meeting a taxi driver at airport is not so easy or obvious as the security personnel does not allow drivers in or even standing by the entrance. It all was resolved easily by WhatsApp communication. I cannot overstate how important is having a rapid response when something does not go as you would expect. Thank you Ashraf.
I am aware this company does much more than airport transfers: while I did not use any during my stay, I wouldnot hesitate to recommend this organisation to plan for your excursion needsin Hurghada.Update April 2023: Used them again for this trip booking through Hoppa, same excellent service.
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