Nile Cruises Trips From Luxor to Aswan for 5 Days 4 Nights
The banks of the Nile are so rich in important ancient Egyptian sites that it’s hard to see them all in one trip With this five-day Hotel, see the highlights from the East and West Banks of Luxor to Aswan with an Egyptologist guide. Admire Luxor’s Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut and Karnak Temples, and Colossi of Memnon and visiting Elkarnk & Luxor Temples Then move to Edfu and Kom Ombo and ending with the treasures as well as visits to Aswan's Philae Temple, the High Dam, and Unfinished Obelisk of Aswan.
ItineraryDay 1: Luxor - Karnak Temple and Luxor TempleStop At: Al Karnak, Al Karnak, Qena Governorate, Nile River Valley
Visit to the The Karnak Temple, the largest place of worship ever built. In ancient Egypt, the power of the god Amun of Thebes gradually increased during the early New Kingdom, and after the short persecution led by Akhenaten, it rose to its apex. In the reign of Ramesses III, more than two thirds of the property owned by the temples belonged to Amun, evidenced by the stupendous buildings at Karnak. Although badly ruined, no site in Egypt is more impressive than Karnak. It is the largest temple complex ever built by man, and represents the combined achievement of many generations of ancient builders. The Temple of Karnak is actually three main temples, smaller enclosed temples, and several outer temples located about three kilometers north of Luxor, Egypt situated on 100 ha (247 acres) of land. Karnak is actually the sites modern name. Its ancient name was Ipet-isut, meaning "The Most Select (or Sacred) of Places"
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Luxor, Luxor, Nile River Valley
Proceed to visit Luxor Temple. which was built by Amunhotep III in 18th Dynasty in the New Kingdom and it was completed by Ramesses II during the 19th Dynasty. King Ramses II was the most famous king in the 19th Dynasty. He ruled Egypt for about 67 years. It was dedicated to the great god Amun-Ra, his wife Mut and their son Khonsu together representing the Theban triad. Enjoy visiting Obelisk of Ramses II in front of the 1st Pylon. It was called "Ipet resyt", which means the Southern Opet or the Place of the Seclusion of Amun-Re. It was directly connected to the temple of Karnak, the main cult center of Amun-Re or Amun-Min, the sky god or the ithyphallic fertility god. The temple of Luxor has, since its inception, always been a sacred site. After Egypt's pagan period, a Christian church and monastery was located here, and after that, a mosque (13th century Mosque of Abu el-Haggag) was built that continues to be used today.
Duration: 2 hours
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Accommodation included: Accommodation in 5* hotel with breakfast
Day 2: Luxor West Bank – Sail to EdfuStop At: Valley of the Kings, Luxor City, Luxor 85511 Egypt
After breakfast. Cross to the West Bank to visit to Valley of the Kings the Valley of the Kings was created and used from approximately 1539 BC to 1075 BC. It contains some 60 tombs, starting with Thutmose I and ending with Ramses X or XI. The official name of the site was The Great and Majestic Necropolis of the Millions of Years of the Pharaoh, Life, Strength, Health in The West of Thebes, or more usually, the Great Field. The most famous tomb is KV62, the Tomb of King Tutankhamun. The discovery of King Tut’s tomb was made by Howard Carter in 1922; Tutankhamun’s tomb was the first royal tomb to be discovered that was still largely intact. you will visit 3 tombs,
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el Bahari, Kings Valley Rd Deir el-Bahari, Luxor 23512 Egypt
Continue to explore then transfer to the Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at El Deir El Bahary, Queen Hatshepsut was the first great woman in recorded history: the forerunner of such figures as Cleopatra, Catherine the Great and Elizabeth I.The Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut is the focal point of the Deir el-Bahri complex of mortuary temples and tombs located on the west bank of the Nile, opposite the city of Luxor. Hatshepsut was female pharoah. Her temple, this temple was built on three surfaces take the form of balconies, devoted primarily to the worship of the god Amun, and to perform funeral rites for the queen known as El Deir El Bahary,
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Colossi of Memnon, Thebes, Luxor Egypt
Proceed to the visit the two colossal statues of Amenhotep III, Colossi of Memnon are the two massive stone statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III. For 3,400 years they have sat in the Theban necropolis, across the River Nile from the city of Luxor. The original function of the Colossi was to stand guard at the entrance to Amenhotep’s memorial temple or mortuary temple.Excursion to the Temples of Thebes,
Duration: 5 hours
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Accommodation included: Accommodation in 5* hotel with breakfast
Day 3: Visit Edfu and Kom Ombo TemplesStop At: Edfu, Edfu, Nile River Valley
Continue to Edfu, Visit the majestic temple dedicated to Horus. The Edfu’s Temple is the second largest temple after Karnak. Which was known in Greco-Roman times as Apollonopolis Magna, The temple was dedicated to the falcon God Horus and was built during the Ptolemaic period. continue to Luxor, Afternoon Tea, Dinner with Galabya party
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Kom Ombo, Kom Ombo, Aswan Governorate, Nile River Valley
Continue to Kom Ombo, Afternoon Tea, The Temple of Kom Ombo standing on high grounds overlooking the Nile, the Temple of Sobek and Haroeris in Kom Ombo (also known simply as Kom Ombo Temple) dates from about 180 BC during the Ptolemaic era, with additions made into Roman times. The temple at Kom Ombo was also built at this time, under Ptolemy VI. Since this bend in the Nile was a favored spot for crocodiles to bask in the sun and threaten locals, it is natural that the temple would be dedicated to Sobek, the crocodile god. But it is unusual in having a double dedication: it also honors Haroeris, a form of the falcon-headed god Horus. The hypostyle halls were added under Ptolemy XIII (51-47 BC); the Roman emperor Trajan (53-117 AD) added the forecourt and outer enclosure walls,
Duration: 2 hours
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Accommodation included: Accommodation in 5* hotel with breakfast
Day 4: Aswan Sightseeing / Philae Temple / The High Dam / Unfinished ObeliskStop At: Aswan, Aswan, Aswan Governorate, Nile River Valley
Visit to the High Dam, which has had a significant impact on the economy and culture of Egypt and you will visit Philae temple, which is dedicated to (Horus) the falcon god and (Sobek) the crocodile God.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Aswan High Dam, Manteqet As Sad Al Aali, Aswan Egypt
Visit to the High Dam, An engineering miracle was constructed between 1960 and 1970. It aimed to increase economic production by further regulating the annual river flooding and providing storage of water for agriculture, and later, to generate hydroelectricity. The dam has had a significant impact on the economy and culture of Egypt
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Unfinished Obelisk, Sheyakhah Oula, Aswan Egypt
Move to the Unfinished Obelisk, This obelisk is believed to belong to Queen Hatshepsut, one of the rulers of the 18th dynasty and the royal wife of king Tuthmosis II. The unfinished obelisk is the largest known ancient obelisk, located in the northern region of the stone quarries of ancient Egypt in Aswan, Egypt. It is unknown which pharaoh created this structure. It is nearly one third larger than any ancient Egyptian obelisk ever erected. If finished it would have measured around 42 m and would have weighed nearly 1,200 tons.
Duration: 45 minutes
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Accommodation included: Accommodation in 5* hotel with breakfast
Day 5: Optional Tour to Abu Simbel TemplesStop At: Aswan, Aswan, Aswan Governorate, Nile River Valley
Optional tour to visit Abu Simbel Temples
• Breakfast before and Check- out
• Free Transfer to your Aswan Hotel, Aswan Airport or Train station. • Meals : Breakfast
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# Please note: This itinerary is subject to change for reasons beyond the supplier's control.
Duration: 3 hours
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No accommodation included on this day.
Informacion Adicional
"Wheelchair accessible"
"Stroller accessible"
"Near public transportation"
"Infant seats available"
"Transportation is wheelchair accessible"
"Surfaces are wheelchair accessible"
"Most travelers can participate"
"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 is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 7 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability"
Horário de Início:
08:00 AM
Duração: 5 Days
Ponto de partida: Traveler pickup is offered
Pick-up and drop-off at centrally located Luxor Air Port
Pick-up and drop-off at centrally located Luxor Sleeper train from Cairo to Aswan
Airports- Luxor Airport, Luxor Egypt
Cancelamentos e reembolsos:
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
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