From Hurghada: 3-Night Nile cruise to Aswan& Hot Air Balloon

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ID: GYG448074-805280
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Country: Egypt

Duration: 4 days


Description

Start your adventure with Pick up from your hotel in Hurghada & Sail from Luxor to Aswan. See sights including the Valley of the Kings, Karnak Temple, Edfu Temple, Kom Ombo, and the iconic Abu Simbel.
Day 1:

Our delegate will pick up you from your hotel in Hurghada at about 12:15 am. After pick-up from your hotel, drive to Luxor and start your journey in a private air-conditioned vehicle. Relax in comfort as you travel to explore the most important historical monuments in Luxor.
Upon your arrival, You’ll head to the east bank to visit the biggest temple in Luxor, It's the Karnak Temple. dedicated to the god Amun, his wife Mut, and their son Khonsu.

Next, move on to Luxor temple. Built by Amenhotep III in the 18th Dynasty in the modern kingdom, the beautiful temple was completed by Ramses II.

Then, enjoy a felucca ride. Enjoy a refreshing cup of traditional Egyptian tea (for free).

Finally, After finishing your tour, you will be dropped off at the cruise ship for accommodation

Day 2:


In the early morning get ready to have a bird’s eye view of the city from a hot air balloon. Watch an unforgettable sunrise from the sky and Luxor from above .

After landing your guide will be waiting for you to head to the West Bank of Luxor to visit the Valley of the Kings. Glance around the complex and see the tombs and resting places of remarkable Egyptian kings such as Merneptah, Ramesses III, and Ramesses VI.

Then move on to the Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, dedicated to the fifth pharaoh and the only female ruler of Egypt who reigned for 20 peaceful years.

Next, move to the colossi of Memnon where you will See the mortuary temple of Amenhotep III at the Colossi of Memnon. Finally, head back to th ship for dinner.


Day 3:


After breakfast on board, take a horse-drawn carriage to Edfu. You’ll then enjoy a guided visit to the Temple of Horus (with a small group of people) . Marvel at the best-preserved religious place in Egypt with imposing sandstone structures of Horus.

You’ll enjoy a buffet lunch back on board the boat as you sail to your next destination. In the afternoon, visit the unusual Temple of Kom Ombo. Learn about the structures of the temple and how it was built in honor of two great gods. Return to the boat for dinner and free time.


Day 4:


In the early morning, head with a group of people to one of the most stunning temple complexes in Egypt, Abu Simbel Temples. Meet your guide at the temple and discover the twin temples of Ramesses II and Nefertari, built into the mountainside under the dynasty of Pharaoh Ramesses II.

Finish the tour around 2.30 PM and then you can stay in Aswan & be dropped off anywhere in Aswan or you can have a private transfer back to Hurghada for free

Highlights

  • Sail to Aswan along the Nile River on a 5-star boat
  • Admire the natural landscapes and small Egyptian villages along the river
  • Explore the iconic temples in Luxor’s Valley of the Kings

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Hotel pick-up and drop-off
INCLUDED
NOT INCLUDED

When should I book?

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.


Cancellations

Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.