Luxor to Aswan Nile Cruise Trip from Hurghada

After your second breakfast aboard the 5-star Nile cruise, we will start our day tour with a pick-up from your cruise ship to explore the west bank of Luxor in a private air-conditioned car to ensure your comfort.

First, the guide will take you to the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, which was constructed in front of the Temple of Karnak by Queen Hatshepsut (1473–1458 BC). Hatshepsut's temple was called in ancient Egyptian “Jisro Jisro,” meaning the most sacred of the sacred, and consists of three stepped levels at the bottom of the valley, each with a row of columns at its end, and on the upper level there is an open courtyard behind its row of columns, with statues of Hatshepsut as Osiris, the god of the dead, in front of which were statues of Hatshepsut. The temple was not only dedicated to Hatshepsut but also included parts dedicated to her father, King Thutmose I, to the goddess Hathor, and to the goddess Anubis, as well as dedicating an open compartment to the sky, dedicated to the sun god “Ra Hor Akhti.”

Next, we shall investigate the Valley of the Kings, which got its name because the majority of the monarchs of the New Kingdom's XVIII, XIX, and XX dynasties (c. 1550–1069) were buried on the west bank of the ancient city of Thebes (modern-day Luxor) in a dry river valley.. but this name is not entirely accurate, as some members of the royal family other than the kings were buried there, as were some non-royal individuals. The Valley of the Kings is divided into the eastern and western valleys, the eastern part being the more famous of the two, as the western valley contains few tombs. there are around 60 tombs in the Valley of the Kings, in addition to 20 unfinished tombs that are merely pits.

Our day will end with a visit to the Colossi of Memnon following our tour of the Valley of the Kings.  The two statues show King Amenhotep III sitting on the throne with a low cushion and his hands on his feet, wearing the royal crown on his head. To the right of his legs is a small statue of his wife. On both sides of the throne is an inscription depicting the god of the Nile, connecting the papyrus and lotus plants (Delta and Upper Egypt) with their respective symbols, signaling the unification of the country.

Finally, we return you to your cruise ship, where you will enjoy a delicious lunch and dinner on board your Nile cruise as you cruise to Edfu.

Overnight on board your Nile cruise.

We will start our third day with a delicious breakfast, then our guide will be waiting for you at the lobby of your cruise ship to accompany you traveling to the Temple of Edfu and Kom Ombo in a modern, smokeless car.

The Temple of Edfu will be the first step in our amazing adventure today. The temple of Edfu is the second largest temple of ancient Egypt, after Karnak, located in the city of Edfu, Upper Egypt, on the west bank of the Nile River, known during the Hellenistic period in colloquial Greek (Ἀπόλλωνος πόλις) and Latin (Apollonopolis Magna). The temple is one of the last Ptolemaic attempts to construct a temple in the majesty and form of their forebears. The construction of the Temple of Horus lasted about 180 years.

Following that, we'll have a visit to the Temple of Karnak, whose name is derived from the Arabic word "Kom," which appears in the titles of other archaeological sites, and the word “Embu”, which is derived from the ancient Egyptian language ‘Nupt’ meaning gold, and generally speaking, the region's name means The falcon-shaped Horus (Horus the Great) and the crocodile god Sobek are the two idols worshipped in the city's temple, "(City of Gold)". Even yet, during the New Kingdom, there was a temple here before. During the Greco-Roman era, the current temple was constructed, and Ptolemy VI was the first recorded royal name (180-145 BC). For the most part, Ptolemy XII finished decorating the temple.

Finally, we will return to your Nile cruise ship. 

Breakfast, lunch, and Dinner are included.

In the morning, after having your delicious breakfast, we will start our tour in Aswan with a visit to three of the most important tourist attractions in the city:

Philae Temple is named after the Greek word "Philae," which meaning "beloved."  The island is located in the southernmost part of Egypt as the last center of the ancient Egyptian religion 4000 years ago! Philae was a sacred island and an important cult center dedicated to the worship of Isis, who, along with her husband Osiris and her son Horus, is one of the three most important figures in ancient Egyptian mythology. Their story has been compared to one of Shakespeare's most tragic writings. Isis represented one of the most important figures in the ancient world. She was known as a healer, giver of life, and protector of kings. Her legend was not only famous in the time of the ancient Egyptians but spread throughout Greece and the Roman Empire; she even had her own temple built in London!

Then, we will head towards the Unfinished Obelisk. The reason why the obelisk is called the "missing obelisk" is due to the reign of King Hatshepsut, when the ancient Egyptian workers prepared it and excavated it from three directions to transport it and deposit it in a temple, but when they wanted to extract it from the ground, they discovered that it was not suitable because it had cracks, so the workers stopped completing its extraction. The Unfinished Obelisk is an ancient pink granite obelisk that is situated in the northern area of ancient Egypt's quarries. It is regarded as one of the most significant tourist destinations in Aswan and an essential piece of Egyptian antiquity.

Lastly, we will travel to the Aswan High Dam, a hydroelectric dam on the Nile River in southern Egypt that was constructed with Soviet assistance and under Gamal Abdel Nasser's direction. It has assisted in regulating water flow and lessening the impact of floods on the Nile. It is owned and operated by the Aswan High Dam and Reservoir General Authority.

After a full day of sightseeing in Aswan, we will return to our cruise ship to enjoy some free time on board.

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included.

After spending 5 unforgettable days aboard one of the impressive cruise ships and after enjoying exploring Luxor and Aswan, we will take you back to your hotel in Hurghada after having your last breakfast aboard the cruise ship.

 Meals included: Breakfast