About This Tour
Embark on a timeless journey along the Nile River with this exclusive 5-Day Nile Cruise from Cairo to Luxor by Tango Travel. This luxurious and immersive experience takes you through the heart of ancient Egypt, where you’ll explore iconic temples, tombs, and landmarks that tell the story of one of the world’s greatest civilisations. From the bustling streets of Cairo to the serene beauty of the Nile and the awe-inspiring monuments of Luxor, this itinerary combines history, culture, and relaxation for an unforgettable adventure. Enjoy the comfort of a 5-star Nile cruise ship, guided tours with professional Egyptologists, and the magic of sailing on the world’s longest river.
Highlights
- All Transportation via Air Conditioned Car
- Multi Lingual Tour Guide
- All Entrance Fees for Sightseeing
What’s Included
- Domestic flights (Cairo to Luxor and Aswan to Cairo).
- 4 nights’ accommodation on a 5-star Nile cruise ship.
- All meals on board (breakfast, lunch, dinner).
- Guided tours with a professional Egyptologist.
- Entrance fees to all mentioned sites (Luxor Temple, Valley of the Kings, Temple of Horus, etc.).
- Felucca ride in Aswan.
- Bottled water and refreshments during tours.
- All taxes and service charges.
- Personal expenses (souvenirs, additional snacks, etc.).
- Tips for the guide, cruise staff, and drivers.
- Optional activities (hot air balloon ride in Luxor, Abu Simbel tour, etc.).
- Any services not mentioned in the itinerary.
Tour Plan
Expand allCollapse allDay 1: Cairo to Luxor – Embarkation
- Morning: Fly from Cairo to Luxor (flight included). Upon arrival, meet your Egyptologist guide and transfer to your 5-star Nile cruise ship.
- Afternoon: Check in and enjoy a welcome drink as you settle into your luxurious cabin.
- Evening: Visit the Luxor Temple, a stunning ancient site illuminated beautifully at night. Explore its grand columns, statues, and hieroglyphs.
- Dinner: Enjoy a delicious welcome dinner on board the cruise ship.
- Overnight: Luxor.
Day 2: Luxor – West Bank Exploration
- Breakfast: On board the cruise ship.
- Morning: Explore the West Bank of Luxor, home to some of Egypt’s most famous archaeological sites:
- Valley of the Kings: Discover the tombs of ancient pharaohs, including Tutankhamun and Ramses VI.
- Temple of Hatshepsut: Admire the unique architecture of this mortuary temple dedicated to one of Egypt’s few female pharaohs.
- Colossi of Memnon: Marvel at the massive stone statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III.
- Lunch: On board the cruise ship.
- Afternoon: Relax on board as the ship sails to Edfu. Enjoy the scenic views of the Nile and its lush riverbanks.
- Dinner: On board the cruise ship.
- Overnight: Edfu.
Day 3: Edfu and Kom Ombo
Breakfast: On board the cruise ship.
- Morning: Visit the Temple of Horus in Edfu, one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt. Dedicated to the falcon-headed god Horus, this temple is a masterpiece of Ptolemaic architecture.
- Lunch: On board the cruise ship.
- Afternoon: Sail to Kom Ombo and visit the Temple of Kom Ombo, a unique double temple dedicated to the gods Sobek and Horus. Learn about ancient Egyptian medicine and the crocodile cult.
- Dinner: On board the cruise ship.
- Overnight: Kom Ombo.
Day 4: Aswan – Highlights of the South
- Breakfast: On board the cruise ship.
- Morning: Explore the highlights of Aswan:
- Philae Temple: Located on an island, this temple is dedicated to the goddess Isis and is one of the most picturesque sites in Egypt.
- Unfinished Obelisk: Learn about ancient stone-cutting techniques at this massive obelisk, which was abandoned during its construction.
- Lunch: On board the cruise ship.
- Afternoon: Enjoy a relaxing felucca ride on the Nile, taking in the serene beauty of the river and its surroundings.
- Dinner: On board the cruise ship.
- Overnight: Aswan.
Day 5: Aswan to Cairo – Disembarkation
- Breakfast: On board the cruise ship.
- Morning: Disembark and visit the High Dam of Aswan, a modern engineering marvel that transformed the region.
- Midday: Transfer to Aswan Airport for your return flight to Cairo (flight included).
- Afternoon: Arrive in Cairo and transfer to your hotel or preferred location.
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