Aswan Day Tours
Tour Overview
Imagine gliding along the legendary Nile River, the lifeblood of ancient Egypt, aboard the luxurious La Traviata Nile Cruise Aswan 4 Days. This unforgettable journey immerses you in a world of pharaohs, temples, and breathtaking landscapes. From the moment you arrive, you’ll be enveloped in seamless service and unparalleled comfort.
Unforgettable Moments Await
Your adventure begins with a personalized meet and greet service, ensuring a smooth transition from arrival to your waiting, air-conditioned deluxe vehicle. Settle into your opulent cabin on the 5-star cruise ship, your home away from home as you explore the wonders of Aswan and beyond. Throughout your voyage, savor exquisite full-board dining, showcasing a delightful fusion of local and international flavors.
Delve into Ancient Mysteries
Each day brings new discoveries as you embark on carefully curated excursions, led by an expert Egyptologist. Explore magnificent temples and ancient sites, learning about the rich history and captivating legends of this ancient civilization. All entrance fees are included, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the experience without any worries. Our dedicated personnel will be on hand to provide assistance throughout your tours and stay, ensuring a seamless and enriching adventure.
Experience the Highlights
- Witness the breathtaking Philae Temple illuminated at night.
- Sail aboard a traditional felucca, feeling the gentle breeze on your face as you glide across the Nile.
- Marvel at the colossal Abu Simbel temples (Optional Excursion).
Luxury and Comfort at Your Fingertips
Relax and unwind in the luxurious surroundings of the La Traviata Nile Cruise. All service charges and taxes are included, allowing you to fully enjoy every moment of your journey. While personal expenses and gratuities are not included, our team can provide guidance to ensure a comfortable and stress-free experience.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
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vacations in Egypt representative will pick you up from your hotel in Aswan, Aswan airport, or the train station. Then, he will transfer you to board your 5-star Nile cruise before lunch. Dinner on board - Folk show - Overnight in Aswan Meals: Lunch, Dinner Note: If your arrival in Aswan or pick up time is very early (recommended), we will start the tour directly upon arrival from the cruise check-in time at noon,
Start your day tour by visiting the High Dam, achieved in 1960 to protect Egypt from floods and generate electricity. Be prepared for a particularly overwhelming sightseeing experience, Aswan High Dam is truly impressive. The dam is 3600 meters long, 980 meters thick at the base and 111 meters high (at its highest point). Water from Lake Nasser,
Proceed to visit the Temple of Philae, the great Roman temple dedicated to the goddess Isis using a small boat to get there. This beautiful temple complex is one of the most picturesque in all of Egypt. It sits on Aglika Island, just south of the ancient Aswan Dam. The temple was moved to its present location after the construction of the High Dam, which threatened to permanently submerge it. The careful reconstruction at the current site was carefully completed, painstakingly preserving the original appearance and layout of the complex and even landscaping the island to match its former location.
Optional: Nubian Village trip by motor boat
once you finish you will back to the cruise
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Abu Simbel ( Optional )
Around 5 a.m. is the pickup time for the most important temples in upper Egypt, which are Abu Simbel temples.
Abu Simbel from Aswan, an unforgettable day trip to the temples of Abu Simbel, are of the Pharaoh of Egypt Ramses 2 "Raa Mes Sa" the large temple for Ramses II, and the Small temple of Nefertari. Meet and meet your certified guide of the Egyptian Ministry of Tourism in English at your hotel in Aswan and visit of Abu Simbel, enter and walk to the large temple to the surprise of the four colossi of Ramses the Second, sitting with the measures of 22 m, move to first hall with other colossi but standing, the storage chambers and the main sanctuary where are the figures of the god Ptah, Raa, Amon and Ramses divine, the colors well preserved.
Next to the temple of Ramses is the temple of Nefertari "Nefret Ta Iry" his favorite wife but in the image of goddess Hathor of music, beauty and love the facade of the temple decorated by the beautiful Nefertary with his wife Ramses, represented as a sacred cow in reliefs inside the small temple of Nefertari. Universal aid and UNESCO, saved these temples to higher ground, way back to Aswan almost three hours, arrival and transfer to your hotel in Aswan. Return to Aswan around 1 p.m., where the cruise will start sailing to
Enjoy all the natural sights all the way. Have unique pictures of the Egyptian and Nubian cultures. Stop at Kom Ombo to visit the temple of Kom Ombo. The cruise will start again to sail to Edfu. Incredible navigation. Night cruise.
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Enjoy your breakfast, touch the culture and visit the temple of Edfu by horse and carriage. Sail and enjoy the sights of the local villages on both sides of the Nile. Sip your Egyptian tea on the terrace of the cruise ship during navigation. Pass the famous Esna lock. Luxor at sunset time. It is a great opportunity to be in Luxor to visit the famous local market and drink the famous Upper Egyptian sugar cane juice.
Ancient architecture becomes monumental at this landmark in Luxor, which houses magnificent statues, columns and the largest place of worship ever built, a stone's throw from downtown traffic. The construction of the Temple of Karnak spanned more than 1,000 years, and it shows in the diversity of art and architecture at this Egyptian site.
In the late afternoon, arrive at your cruise pier, to be transferred to enjoy the Luxor Temple on the east bank of Luxor, where ancient Egyptian, Christian and Islamic elements are displayed. Dinner on board and belly dance show. Overnight in Luxor. Note: if you arrive at Luxor pier at 3:00 or 3:30 p.m., then we have the opportunity to visit the temples of Karnak and Luxor.
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Hot air balloon and the West Bank ( optional )
Hot air balloon Luxor Take Off Site Around 4:30 a.m., pick up for an amazing and memorable hot air balloon ride over the western shore of Luxor and enjoy an aerial view of the cityscape and famous sites.
After the balloon ride, you will have a photo stop at Colossi of Memnon, where two magnificent twin statues, the image of Pharaoh Amenhotep III and two smaller statues carved at his feet (one is his wife and the other his mother), stand gracefully on the horizon of Luxor's magnificent skyline. The two statues, each 60 feet tall, stand at the entrance to the mortuary temple of Amenhotep III. They are famous by the name of Colossi of Memnon due to a phenomenon produced by one of the statues after an earthquake. Originally built in the Theban necropolis on the west bank of the Nile River in
At Deir el Bahari Visit the temple of Queen Hatshepsut, discover its beautiful temple and its attractive history with her nephew. Rising from the desert plain, in a series of terraces, the Temple of Hatshepsut Merges with sheer limestone cliffs of the eastern face of the Theban mountain as if nature itself had built this extraordinary monument, then drive to visit Kings Valley.
Arrive at the Valley of the Kings, which is called the great Place of Truth, this valley now called the Valley of the Kings, is a majestic domain of the pharaohs who once lay in great stone sarcophagi, awaiting immortality, Take a look around the complex and see the tombs and resting places of notable Egyptian kings such as Merneptah, Ramses III and Ramses VI. Then transfer to Luxor train station, airport, or your hotel in Luxor.
What's Included
Included
- Meet and assist service upon arrival & departure
- All transfers by a modern air-conditioned deluxe vehicle
- Accommodation on board 5 star cruise on full-board basis
- All Nile Cruise excursions as mentioned in the itinerary
- Entrance fees to all sights between Aswan And Luxor
- Egyptologist tour guide during your excursions
- Assistance of our personnel during your tours & stay
- All service charges and taxes
Not Included
- Any extras not mentioned in the itinerary
- Personal expenses
- Tipping
Tour Summary
| Prices start from | $ 485 USD |
|---|---|
| Duration | 4 days / 3nights |
| Pickup & drop-off | Aswan & Luxor |
| Availability | Every Monday |
| Tour category | Aswan Day Tours |
| Tour type | all inclusive |
What to Pack
- Hat.
- Camera.
- Umbrella.
- Medication.
- Comfortable Shoes.
- Sunblock & Sunglasses.
- Warm clothes in winter.
- Cotton clothes in summer.
- Valid Passport for 6 months.
Location
Where this tour goes
Attractions
Sites visited on this tour
Frequently Asked Questions
The package includes meet and assist services, all transfers in air-conditioned vehicles, accommodation on a 5-star cruise with full-board, all Nile Cruise excursions as per the itinerary, entrance fees to sights between Aswan and Luxor, an Egyptologist tour guide, assistance from our personnel, and all service charges and taxes.
Flights are typically not included in the tour price. Please check with our travel experts for assistance with booking your flights to and from Aswan.
Lightweight and breathable clothing is recommended, especially during the warmer months. Modest clothing is advisable when visiting religious sites. Comfortable walking shoes are essential for excursions.
It is generally recommended to drink bottled water, which is readily available on board the cruise and during excursions.
The best time to visit Aswan is during the cooler months, from October to April, when the temperatures are more moderate and comfortable for sightseeing.
Yes, there are opportunities to shop for souvenirs at various sites along the Nile, as well as on board the cruise ship.
Tipping is customary in Egypt, and it is appreciated by the staff who provide excellent service. While tipping is not included, our team can provide guidelines on appropriate amounts to tip for various services.
