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Join a 3-night Nile cruise on a 5-star hotel boat from Cairo. Admire the incredible views while sailing from Aswan to Luxor with domestic flight tickets, 3 daily meals, and guided day trips.

Uncover the wonders of the Nile on this 4-day trip from Cairo which includes meals. Fly to Aswan and explore the Philae temple with an Egyptology guide. Take in the sights as you sail to Edfu and Luxor. Explore the valley of the kings and discover the area from above on an optional hot-air-balloon flight.

Day 1:

Enjoy the convenience of being picked up from your accommodation in cairo and relax as your driver navigates traffic for you. be dropped-off at the cairo airport and take a short flights to Aswan. Meet your egyptology guide outside the arrival hall’s exit door.

Visit the High Dam and the majestic Philae Temple which was built on the honor of Goddess Isis, the chief deity of the island. Transfer to the Nile River and board the cruise ship. Float along the Nile, relax, and enjoy a delicious lunch and dinner onboard. Sleep in a cozy cabin.

Day 2:

Wake up to a hearty breakfast as you glide over the Nile around Kom Ombo. Take in views of the unique Temple of Sobek, dedicated to Sobek the crocodile god, and Horus the falcon-headed god. Have the chance to visit the Abu Simble Temple.

Savor lunch onboard and continue Edfu. Tuck in to a mouth-watering dinner and admire the sunset onboard. Rest up in your cabin for the night.

Day 3:

Soak up the morning air with a cup of coffee and breakfast before visiting the well-preserved Ptolemaic Temple dedicated to Horus at Edfu. Enjoy a horse and carriage ride in Edfu. Hop aboard the boat and have your lunch and dinner on board while taking in the stunning landscapes on the way to Luxor.

Day 4:

Experience the splendor of Luxor with an optional early morning hot-air balloon ride. Be transferred to the take off site and discover the Valley of the Kings from above. Eat breakfast onboard the boat before heading out to visit the Valley of the King for 2 hours.

Transfer to the Hatshebsuite Temple to uncover the first woman who ruled Egypt. Stop at the Colossi of Memnon to admire two massive stone statues of the Pharaoh Amenhotep III. Travel to the Karnak Temples for nearly 2 hours.

Finally transfer to the Luxor airport for your flight back to Cairo. Meet your driver at the airport and ride back to your accommodation in Cairo.

All the Egyptian 5 stars Nile cruises modern boats with a minimum 62 cabins, including 4 suites. You will find on board: Main restaurant serving buffet Air-conditioned bar Ballroom with dance floor Large terrace with bar and pool Air-conditioned massage room Beauty and gift shop Laundry service Internet and fax (when docked – intermittent and chargeable) Offered during your Nile cruise: Oriental evening in the lounge bar with belly dancing. Evening disguised oriental in the iounge bar Felucca ride around elephantine island

Includes

Round-trip sleeping train ticket from Cairo or Giza Train Station
Transfer from your hotel in Cairo or Giza to Giza Train Station
3-night, 4-day deluxe cruise in Aswan on a full-board meal basis, excluding drinks
Pickup from Aswan Train Station
Egyptologist tour guide during your tour from Aswan to Luxor
All transportation required for the sightseeing mentioned in the itinerary
Lunch at a local restaurant on the last day in Luxor City
Drop-off to Luxor Train Station to travel back to Cairo by train
Pickup from Cairo or Giza Train Station upon arrival
Hotel drop-off in Cairo or Giza