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Best 3-Night Cruise From Aswan To Luxor - Nubian Village & Hot Air Balloon
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From $750.00 per person
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The Experience
What your day looks like
Cruise the Nile River from Aswan to Luxor on a 5-star cruise that explores the ancient highlights of the Upper Nile. From the Temple of Philae to Kom Ombo Temple and the Valley of the Kings, discover royal tombs to temples. Experience the exciting trip of the Hot Air Balloon in Luxor, a small-group tour, and a visit to a local family in a Nubian village on Soheil Island. Have fun and enjoy plenty of night entertainment of the belly dancing show, galabia party, Nubian show or disco, and more.
At a Glance
The experience, in brief
- Brace yourself for the breathtaking views
- Explores the ancient highlights of the Upper Nile
- Experience the exciting trip of the Hot Air Balloon in Luxor
Your Itinerary
Your day, step by step
Day 1
Aswan
Welcome to this trip! Egypt Gift Tours licensed tour guide will meet and assist you at Aswan Airport, Railway station or Hotel to be transferred by A/C van to your 5-star Nile Cruise to check in.
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Sightseeing at Aswan Dam. Then, start your tour by visiting the High Dam; achieved in 1960 to protect Egypt from the flood and generate electricity.
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Boating at Philae. Proceed to visit Philae temple; the Graeco Roman temple dedicated to goddess Isis using a small motorboat to get there. Later on, return to your cruise for lunch. Free afternoon, dinner, and overnight in Aswan
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Meals included: lunch and dinner.
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Accommodation: Overnight in Aswan.
Day 2
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Boating at Nubian Village. Day 2: Nubian Village Tour, Navigation and Kom Ombo temple Breakfast on board, then down to the Nile to take a motorboat, sailing slowly to enjoy the scenery and views to the Nubian Village on Soheil Island, have a welcome drink in one of the Nubian families' houses, talk to them, know about their customs, walk around the village with your guide. back to the cruise for lunch.
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Sightseeing. Have lunch and be ready for the cruise navigation heading to Kom Ombo city where to visit the dual temple of Sobek, the crocodile God, and Horus, the Falcon God. Back to the cruise and have dinner.
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Meals included: breakfast, lunch and dinner.
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Accommodation: Overnight in Edfu.
Day 3
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Horseback Riding at Temple Of Edfu. Day 3: Edfu Temple and Arrive Luxor (visit Luxor Temple) After your breakfast, enjoy Horse Carriage ride with your tour guide to visit the temple of Horus at Edfu which is considered to be the most complete and the best preserved of all the Egyptian temples.
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Leisure. Return to the cruise. Relax on the deck watching the unique landscape and admire the beautiful scenery of the Nile River while sailing to Luxor. Cross Esna Lock. Lunch on board. Afternoon tea on the sundeck.
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Local Flavor at Luxor Temple. Late in the afternoon, arrive at Luxor dock, to be transferred to enjoy Luxor Temple on the East bank of Luxor; where ancient Egyptian, Christian, and Islamic features are exhibited.
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Local Flavor. Back to the cruise enjoy a belly dancing show.
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Meals included: breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
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Accommodation: Overnight in Luxor.
Day 4
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Balloon Rides. Day 4: Hot Air Balloon, Luxor Tour, and departure transfer Have an early pick up for the incredible trip of 30 to 45 minutes Hot Air Balloon flight over the west bank of Luxor and enjoy an aerial view of the country’s landscape and famous landmarks. Enjoy the sun illuminating the sky of the open-air museum city (Luxor) over the great temples and mountains below.
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Archaeological Exploration at Valley Of The Kings. Have your breakfast and check out to start your unforgettable day by driving to the West Bank to visit the Valley of the Kings, where the pharaohs from the new kingdom carved their tombs in the mountains aiming to hide their treasure and protect their mummies.
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Local Flavor at Deir el Bahari. Then, to the Mortuary temple of the famous queen Hatshepsut at El Deir El Bahari. End your tour in the West Bank with a photo stop in front of the gigantic statues of Memnon. Lunchtime in a local restaurant (optional).
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Local Flavor at Karnak Temple. Back to the East Bank to see the largest temple ever; Karnak temple built through 2000 years and covers an area of about 63 acres. Have nice pics between its huge pillars and obelisks.
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Meal included: breakfast.
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That's a wrap-up! We hope you enjoyed your stay! Finally, we will transfer you back to the Luxor Hotel, Airport, or Railway station.
Before You Go
What to know before booking
Included
Meet and assist upon arrival and departure All transfers by a private A/C. vehicle Professional English-speaking Egyptology Tour guide Nubian Village Tour by Motorboat 30 to 40 minutes Hot Air Balloon Ride In Luxor
Not Included
Domestic flights or trains Entrance fees to the above-mentioned sightseeing Water or Beverages during meals Wi-Fi on the Cruise (available with extra charge) Motorboat to Philae Temple Any personal expenses like laundry etc. Tips and gratuities to Guide, Drivers, cruise crew, etc. Any optional Tours if required Availability to pick up travelers from Aswan West Bank hotels (available with extra charge) Availability to drop off travelers at their Hotels in Luxor west bank (available with extra charge)
What to Bring
Comfortable clothes and shoes Camera and bag for essentials Sunscreen
Meeting & Pickup
Meet up and assist you at Aswan Airport, Railway station or Hotel
Languages Offered
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Before Booking
Child rate applies only when sharing 2 paying adults.(maximum 1 child in one room). A child from 5 to 11 years old accompanied by one adult will be treated as an adult.(full price) A child less than 6 years old is not allowed in the Air Balloon Trip. Prices are quoted in U.S dollars, per person per trip and valid, except during Christmas, New Year and Easter Holidays (100$ per person per night will be charged as extra supplement for these Holidays). If your arrival to Aswan is so early, so we will start the tour direct upon arrival as Cruise check in at 12:00. Sometimes due to sailing conditions on the River Nile, Nile Cruises itineraries schedule and sailing time maybe updated. We assure that our clients will see all what is on their itineraries but maybe in different order. If the Hot Air Balloon trip cancelled due to bad weather, you will be refunded with 30 USD per person. If the Nubian Village tour cancelled due to bad weather, you will be refunded with 30$ USD per person. It is available to pick travelers from Aswan west bank hotels with extra 10$ USD per person. It is available to drop off travelers at their hotels in Luxor west bank with extra 10$ USD per person. If you are travelling in a group and wanted to have your own room, then do a separate booking for a single person. If you are traveling in a group of 3 people, you will enjoy one triple room. If you want to have your own room, then you need to book for a single person. You will need to pay all the entrance fees by card except the High Dam and motorboat to Philae temple in cash. Passports copies are required for the cruise line company and Hot Air Balloon trip permission. It is available to provide an Italian, Japanese or French tour guide with extra 150$ USD per person upon your request.
Planning Notes
Hotel pickup offered: Yes Confirmation: Manual By Business
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