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5-Day Nile Cruise Tour on the Grand Boat from Luxor | Valley of the Kings | Temple Colossi of Memnon | Edfu Temple | The High Dam |
(2 Reviews)Product Code: 682284OVERVIEW
Highlights
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• Explore all the allure, greatness, culture, and history found across the lands and waters of Cairo, Luxor & Aswan
• Appreciate many famous Luxor Attractions including Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut, Temple Colossi of Memnon, Karnak Temple
• Visit many magnificent Aswan Attractions including Edfu Temple, Kom Ombo Tmple, the High Dam and Philae Temple
Tour Code682284Duration5 dayDeparture CityLuxorEnd CityAswanLanguageEnglishIS THIS TOUR FOR ME?
Tour Themes: Cultural & Historical
Learn about history and local culture with in-depth tours and activities
Tour Type: Guided Tour
Multiple local tour guides/drivers available throughout your tour/activity
Group Size: Private Tour
Private tour only for you; no strangers
Activity Level: Moderate
Designed for travelers in good health who are comfortable with light walking or hiking
Itinerary
Day 01![Luxor]( "Luxor")
Arrival in Luxor Boarding the Boat (the west bank of the Nile - the east bank of the Nile)
Hotel: Overnight on board or similar
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Upon your arrival in Luxor, our representative welcomes you and transfers you to visit the necropolis of Thebes on the west bank of the Nile, followed by the Valley of the Kings, where the tombs of many New Kingdom pharaohs are located, as well as their families and nobles in favor, a continuation of visits with the Colossi of Memnon, the last vestiges of the temple of Amenhotep III and Deir el Bahari, the funerary temple of Queen Hatshepsut. Dug out of the rock in the mountain of Thebes, this temple with three terraces built in -1455 is harmonious and modern. Although dedicated to Amon, there are also chapels of Anubis and Hathor, the protective goddess of women. Transfer to your Dahabiya for lunch. In the afternoon, visit the southern part of ancient Thebes, where the temple of Karnak is located. The temple is connected by a dromos, a long alley lined with sphinxes, and are dedicated to Amon. After your guide will accompany you to your Nile Cruise Embarkation before lunch, you enjoy a delicious lunch prepared freshly on board. and enjoy dinner surrounded by the calm, serene water of the Nile River Relax the rest of the day, and overnight on board.
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Day 02![Edfu]( "Edfu")
Esna – Edfou (Nile Cruise)
Hotel: Overnight Edfu or similar
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Breakfast on board free time then Start sailing to Esna and Cross the Esna while enjoying your Lunch on board your boat surrounded by picturesque views. this time heading to Edfu, afternoon Tea and Free time at leisure. Dinner on board with enjoying Egyptian Galabya party. Overnight Edfu.
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Day 03![Edfu]( "Edfu")
Edfu - Sailing to Kom Ombo (Nile Cruise)
Hotel: Overnight on board or similar
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Breakfast on board, head out to visit Edfu Temple, one of the best-preserved temples of the Greco Roman era, that of Horus at Edfu, and the two beautiful granitestatues of the falcon god Horus towering over the entrance as you walk in.Enjoy a magnificent experience as you take a horse-drawn carriage ride back and forth to the temple and marvel at Upper Egypt' s local life. Pass through the slow-paced, rural life of the local farmers and fishermen. After returning to your boat, you will begin sailing again. to Kom Ombo. afternoon Tea and Free time at leisure while sailing to Kom Ombo. Touch down on the shores of Kom Ombo andwalk through the town of Kom Ombo among the locals of the town until you arrive at the unusual your guide will accompany you to visit Kom Ombo Temple with its two identical entrances, hypostyle halls, and sanctuaries. Explore the exceptional beautiful temple of Haroeris (Horus the Elder) and Sobek (Crocodile God). The temple was built with two symmetric entrances, halls, and sanctuaries; it is the only double temple all over Egypt. After your visit, head back to your dahabiya where you will continue the day sailing to the colorful city of Aswan and enjoy a mouthwatering lunch and dinner on board. Overnight on board.
Edfu temple
Edfu temple is one of the last temples ever built in Ancient Egypt during the Ptolemaic era between 237 BC & 57 BC to be the official worship house of the sky falcon god Horus. It is believed it was built on the same spot where the battle between the devil god Set and Horus took Place according to Osiris Myth. It came into light when it was excavated in 1860 by Auguste Mariette a French Egyptologist 1860, the architecture & interior of the Edfu Temple is beautiful as it mixes between Greek and Egyptian design in the finest manner
Kom Ombo Temple
Kom Ombo Temple "The Hill Of Gold" was constructed in the Greco-Roman period between 205 BC & 180 BC. The unique design of the temple is a distinctive double design divided into two identical sectors, one for the crocodile god Sobek and the other for the falcon sky god Horus.Meal
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Day 04![Aswan]( "Aswan")
Aswan ( Philae ) (Nile Cruise)
Hotel: Overnight on board or similar
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Breakfast on board, then departure to visit the temple of Philae on the island of Agilka, one of the most beautiful sanctuaries in Egypt. Started by Pharaoh Nectanebo I during the XXXth Dynasty and completed by the Romans, it is the main sanctuary dedicated to Isis. After returning to the boat for lunch, Dinner, and overnight on board.
The High Dam
The High Dam is the only modern attraction of the city of Aswan, it was constructed between 1960 & 1970. The dam was designed as a co-operation project with Moscowbased Hydro project Institute in order to have better control over Nile flooding, generate Hydroelectricity, provide increased water storage for irrigation in its reservoir lake Nasser.
Philae Temple
Philea temple is the gem of Aswan & the mother of the ancient Egyptian mythology as it holds on its walls the" Myth of Osiris" in which the husband of Isis "Osiris" is killed by His brother Set the god of the desert of chaos out of pure hatred & envy then Osiris is resurrected to be the ruler of the underworld afterward Set is defeated by Hours the sky God the son of Isis and Osiris starting age of peace, prosperity & justice. The temple was relocated in the 60s to the island of Agilkia as a part of a rescue mission led by UNESCO after the construction of the Aswan High Dam.
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- * In the evening Option sound and light show at the Philae temple in the evening.
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Day 05![Aswan]( "Aswan")
Aswan – (Optional Abu Simbel) – Aswan (Nile Cruise)
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Breakfast on board and Optional private transfer from Aswan to Abu Simbel in an air-conditioned vehicle to visit the legendary Temples of Abu Simbel (approximately a 3-hour journey). Pharaoh Ramses II built the fabulous Abu Simbel Temples, reflecting the glory and grandeur of the New Kingdom. The large temple is dedicated to the three main gods of the Ramesside period: the sun-god Re-Horakhty, Amon of Karnak, and Ptah of Memphis, without forgetting that the king himself worshiped in this place as a god. This temple is also called the "Sun Temple of Ramses II." The small temple is dedicated to Queen Nefertari, also called the temple of Hathor, who was the wife of the Sun King. From a symbolic perspective, the two temples of Ramses II and Nefertari merge Ramses I, Nefertari, Hathor, and Rê. UNESCO played an essential role in protecting and displacing these two monuments endangered by the construction of the High Dam. After the visits, return to Aswan After departure formalities and according to your flight schedule, our representative will accompany you to Aswan Airport.
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Please note that order of day-to-day itinerary is adjustable depending on tour start day.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Package Includes
- Meet and assistance on arrival and departure at international and domestic airports
- All transfers and travel during the visits in a modern air-conditioned private vehicle
- Professional bilingual tour guide
- 4 Nights of 5* Luxury accommodation on the Grand boat Cruise on the Nile entire board (starting with lunch on the 1st day and ending with breakfast on the last day)
- Excursions as mentioned in the program, including entrance fees and an English-speaking Egyptologist guide
- East Bank of Luxor
- The West Bank of Luxor
- Edfu - Kom Ombo
- Aswan (Philae)
- Entrance fees to all sites mentioned in the program
- English-speaking Egyptologist guide during your stay
- Meals included during the stay in Egypt (Breakfast - lunch - dinner)
- Soft drinks and mineral water during the cruise
- Welcome service by our representative on arrival and departure
- Accompanying assistants throughout the stay
- Services and taxes
Package Excludes
- Entry visa to Egypt
- International and Domestic flight tickets
- Optional excursions not mentioned in the program
- Alcoholic beverages and personal expenses, and services not mentioned in the program
- Supplements not mentioned in the itinerary
- Entrance tickets to specific sites (the Tombs of Tutankhamun & Ramses V to the Valley of the Kings
- Optional excursions not mentioned in the itinerary
- Excursion to Abu Simbel Option as mentioned in the program, including entrance fees and an English-speaking Egyptologist guide
- Hot Air Balloon Excursion Option as mentioned in the program, including entrance fees and guide
- The above prices are not valid during peak periods (New Year – Easter)
- Carrying fees and tips for the cruise crew Nil (50 $ obligatory and to be paid on the spot in cash) except your guide
Note: The departure city may vary based on the different departure dates. Please book your flight after confirming the final itinerary with us.Special Notes
- The time we mentioned in the itinerary is for reference only. Please refer to your guide on tour for the actual arrangement. The visiting order and duration might be changed according to actual and practical situation for better service.
- This tour/activity is overseen by a select local operator in the region. Upon booking your tour or activity and after receiving confirmation, you will be issued an e-ticket detailing the local operator's name and contact information. If you require assistance finding a specific tour, please contact us for more information.
Cancellation Policy
From the date of booking until 92 days before your arrival date 25% of the entire tour price will be charged.
Between 91 and 62 days before your arrival date, 40% of the entire tour price will be charged.
Between 61 and 32 days before your arrival date, 50% of the entire tour price will be charged.
Between 31 and 17 days before your arrival date, 75% of the entire tour price will be charged.
Between 16 and 09 days before your arrival date, 90% of the entire tour price will be charged.
Between 09 and 01 days before your arrival date, 100% of the entire tour price will be charged.
Additionally, airlines charge fees for both domestic and international flights which are subject to the airlines terms and conditions at the time of the booking. "
Pricing Info
Your reservation is always subject to confirmation by email, normally within one to two business days.
- Age from 0 Up to below 6 years: FREE
- Age from 6 Up to below 12 years: 50% of adult price
- Ages 12 years and Up Adult price
Reservation Info
1.Immediately after submitting your reservation you will receive a Receipt of Reservation via email.2. Within one to two business days of submitting your reservation you will receive a status update email from us. If you need to book an airline ticket, we recommend that you do so after you receive a confirmation of your tour reservation from us.3. An E-Ticket will be sent to you via email as soon as details of your reservation are confirmed or your supporting information is received by us. We will provide you with all detailed information about your tour on the E-Ticket. Contact information for local tour provider will be included on E-Ticket for your convenience or re-confirmation purpose if re-confirmation is required.4. Simply print your E-Ticket and present it with your valid photo ID on the day of your activity to your tour guide. Please remember E-Ticket is your proof of purchase.Terms and Conditions
- Your purchase does not guarantee confirmation. Your purchase will initiate a reservation process. We will confirm with you via email within one to two business days.- Prices may vary due to availability. We reserve the right to make price adjustment without prior notice.- Please refer to our Standard Amendment, Cancellation and Refund Policy before you make reservation.- Please refer to Customer Agreement before you make reservation.- Local tour provider reserves the right to make modifications to tour arrangements including order of tour activities, hotel and its location if deemed necessary.REVIEWS
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