5-Day Nile Cruise Luxor-Aswan, Hot Air Balloon & Abu Simbel

Overview

Day by day itinerary

1. 1Arrival in Luxor & Temples at Twilight⌄

   09:00 AM: Your legendary journey begins! Meet your Perfect Day Tours representative in Luxor for a seamless, air-conditioned transfer. 10:30 AM: Step aboard your luxurious Nile cruiser. Check into your elegant cabin and feel your modern-day worries drift away. 13:00 PM: Delight in a delectable welcome lunch, a fusion of international and local flavors. 04:00 PM: Stand in awe at the Karnak Temple Complex. Lose yourself in a forest of gigantic pillars and towering obelisks in the epic Hypostyle Hall. 06:30 PM: As the sun sets, witness the magic of Luxor Temple begin to glow. Explore its majestic columns and statues beautifully illuminated against the evening sky. 07:30 PM: Return to the serene comfort of your ship for a sumptuous gala dinner. Evening: Relax on the sundeck with a drink or enjoy the onboard entertainment. Overnight: docked in Luxor.

   After exploring Karnak, continue to the beautifully illuminated Luxor Temple on the Nile's east bank. Your Egyptologist guide will walk you through the Avenue of Sphinxes entrance, the colossal statues of Ramses II, and the inner sanctuary, explaining the temple's role in the ancient Opet Festival.

   Meals: Lunch · Dinner

   Overnight: Spend a night on Nile Cruise

2. 2Sunrise Hot Air Balloon, Valley of the Kings & Sailing to Edfu⌄

   Dawn: an included hot air balloon flight over Luxor comes first. 06:00 AM: Feast on a delicious breakfast with views of the Nile. 07:30 AM: Cross the river to the West Bank, the ancient gateway to the afterlife. 09:00 AM: Descend into the legendary Valley of the Kings. Explore the intricate, beautifully carved tombs of Egypt's greatest Pharaohs. 11:00 AM: Behold the stunning multi-level Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, a architectural masterpiece carved into the cliffs. 12:00 PM: Pause for a photo with the towering Colossi of Memnon, the ancient guardians of the valley. 01:00 PM: Return to your ship for lunch as we cast off and begin our serene journey upriver. 02:30 PM: It's time to relax! Soak up the sun on deck and watch the timeless landscapes of the Nile Valley unfold. Late Afternoon: Experience the fascinating Esna Lock passage—a thrilling engineering feat as the ship is lowered to continue its journey. 07:30 PM: Savor a gourmet dinner as we sail. Overnight: docked in Edfu.

   Rise before dawn for an unforgettable hot air balloon flight over Luxor's West Bank, watching the sun rise over the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, and the Nile Valley's green fields from high above. A truly magical start to the day (weather permitting).

   Behold the stunning multi-level Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, an architectural masterpiece carved directly into the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari. Your guide will explain the fascinating history of Egypt's most powerful female pharaoh.

   Pause for photos beside the two massive stone statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III, the ancient guardians that once stood at the entrance to his mortuary temple, one of the most iconic photo stops on the West Bank.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

   Overnight: Spend a night on Nile Cruise

3. 3Edfu Temple, Kom Ombo & Sailing to Aswan⌄

   After breakfast enjoy your tour by traditional Horse-Carriage to visit Edfu temple. Back to cruise and continue sailing. Enjoy the Egyptian culture at the both sides of the river Nile all over the way to Kom Ombo. Enjoy your Egyptian local drink on cruise sun deck during sailing. Around sun set time visit Kom Ombo temple. Sail over to get to Aswan city the beautiful city which famous by the Nubian culture.

   Discover the unique double temple of Kom Ombo, dramatically perched on the riverbank and dedicated to both the falcon god Horus and the crocodile god Sobek. Visit the on-site Crocodile Museum housing mummified crocodiles.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

   Overnight: Spend a night on Nile Cruise

4. 4Aswan High Dam, Philae Temple & Unfinished Obelisk⌄

   07:00 AM: Breakfast is served as we welcome a new day in Aswan. 08:00 AM: Discover modern Egyptian ambition at the Aswan High Dam, a monumental feat of engineering. 09:30 AM: Glide by boat to Agilkia Island to explore the beautiful Philae Temple, a sacred complex dedicated to the goddess Isis that was miraculously relocated. 11:30 AM: See a snapshot of ancient stonework at the Unfinished Obelisk, offering a fascinating glimpse into Pharaonic construction techniques. 12:30 PM: Return to the cruise for a delightful lunch and some leisure time. 03:00 PM: Embrace the tranquility of the Nile! Set sail on a traditional wooden felucca, silently gliding around the botanical gardens of Kitchener's Island.(optional trip) 07:30 PM: Your final farewell dinner on board is a time to reflect on an incredible journey. Overnight: Docked in Aswan.

   Take a short boat ride to Agilkia Island to explore the beautiful Philae Temple, a sacred complex dedicated to the goddess Isis that was miraculously relocated stone-by-stone to save it from the rising waters of Lake Nasser.

   See a fascinating snapshot of ancient stonework at the Unfinished Obelisk, still attached to its bedrock. Had it been completed, it would have been the largest obelisk ever cut in Egypt, offering unique insight into Pharaonic construction techniques.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

   Overnight: Spend a night on Nile Cruise

5. 5Abu Simbel Excursion & Farewell⌄

   3:45 AM:wake Up call for abu simble tour 04:00 AM - 13:00 PM: Embark on an unforgettable excursion to the Temples of Abu Simbel. Marvel at the colossal statues and awe-inspiring interior. 13:30 PM: Regroup for a final lunch (own expense for those not on the tour) or receive a packed meal. 02:30 PM: With a heart full of memories, your Perfect Day Tours representative will provide a smooth transfer to Aswan Airport or your local hotel, marking the end of your magical Nile odyssey.

   Meals: Breakfast