Duration
1 Day Trip
Tour Type
Private
Transportation
Bus
Description
Enjoy the most luxurious Nile cruise with a 19th century ambiance on board M/S Liberty Nile Cruise and discover 7000 years of Egyptian civilization on a unique trip down one of the world’s most beautiful and famous rivers. This ship won the 1995 award for the best cruise ship. The honor was presented by the Egyptian Minister of Tourism.
Embarking on a picturesque voyage along the iconic Nile, our journey unfolds with strategic stops designed to immerse travelers in the unparalleled legacy of ancient and modern monuments. These stops become gateways to Egypt‘s storied past, featuring prominent landmarks like the High Dam, the Temple of Philae, and the Unfinished Obelisk in the captivating city of Aswan. The historical tapestry continues to weave its tales as we venture into Luxor, where our meticulously planned itinerary includes scheduled visits to the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir El Bahari, the monumental Colossi of Memnon, and the grandeur of the Karnak Temples Complex and the Temple of Luxor.
Adding another layer of cultural exploration, our esteemed guests will have the opportunity to explore the Temple of Kom Ombo, affectionately known as the Crocodile Temple, and the impeccably preserved Temple of Horus in Edfu.
To further enhance the richness of our guests’ experience, a myriad of optional tours beckons at their discretion. For those cruising the Nile for durations of 03, 04, or 07 nights, there exists ample time to indulge in one or two optional tours alongside the standard historical excursions in Aswan, Luxor, and the intervening regions.
Among the enticing optional tours available are the exhilarating Hot Air Balloon adventure in Luxor, the captivating Sound & Light Show at Karnak or Philae Temple, and a leisurely sail by Felucca or sailing boat around the picturesque islands of Luxor and Aswan. For enthusiasts of hidden Pharaonic gems, options include visits to the secluded wonders of the Valley of the Queens, the majestic Ramsseum, the evocative Temple of Madinet Habu, and the haunting tombs of Deir El Madina in Luxor. Notably, in Aswan, we seamlessly organize visits to the sublime Temples of Abu Simbel, the venerable Temple of Kalabsha, the immersive Nubian Museum, and the enchanting natural setting of the Nubian Village.
By crafting a balanced blend of mandatory historical highlights and optional exploratory ventures, our Nile cruise endeavors to deliver an unforgettable odyssey through the heart of Egypt‘s incomparable cultural and archaeological heritage. Each stop along the Nile becomes a chapter in the narrative, revealing layers of Egypt‘s past and present, and creating a mosaic of experiences that resonate with the spirit of discovery. As the Nile gently carries our guests through this historical tapestry, they find themselves immersed in the majesty and mystique of one of the world’s most fascinating civilizations.
Facilities
- Private balcony.
- Private bathroom with hair dryer in cabins and bathtub with Jacuzzi in Presidential suites.
- T.V. with internal video system &satellite channels.
- Mini bar.
- Individual safe deposit box in cabin.
- Sound system.
- Individually controlled air conditioning.
- Shower cabin.
- Open Sundeck Bar.
- Heated swimming pool and Jacuzzi.
- Sound proofing.
- Fire alarms & protection.
- Laundry.
- Beauty salon.
- Boutique and gift shop.
- Lounge Bar.
- Discotheque.
- Air conditioning with control.
Included/Excluded
- Accommodation on board the Nile Cruise based on FULL Board.
- Meet and assist by our representatives in Luxor & Aswan.
- Private transfer to the Nile Cruise ship and vice versa.
- Private Egyptologist, English-speaking tour guide.
- Entrance fees to all the indicated sites.
- All service charges and taxes.
- Private Sightseeing Tours.
- Extras on board like “SPA, laundry, telephone, extra meals, etc”.
- Tipping to “Company Representatives, Guide, Driver, etc.”
- International or/and domestic flight tickets.
- Any optional tours may require.
- Entry Visa to Egypt.
Tour Itinerary
Morning time, you will be met by our local representative in Aswan, who will transfer you by private Air-conditioned vehicle to your Nile Cruise boat. We will check-in our boat within few minutes. After that, you will join our professional tour guide to visit the Aswan High Dam, constructed by the former president, Gamal Abdel Nasser in 1960 to store the water of the Nile, and then generate electricity. We will then drive to shores of the River Nile and take a motor boat to reach the Agilika Island to visit Temple of Philae, constructed in the 3rd century BC in the Greco Roman period. Our last visit of this marvelous day tour in Aswan will be to the Unfinished Obelisk, which was found in the granite quarry in the Southern part of Aswan. After the tour, we will get back to our Nile Cruise boat for overnight.
Energizing breakfast on the cruise. Our Nile Cruise boat will be landed at the location of the city of Kom Ombo, where we will visit Temple of Sobek & Haroeris, established in the Ptolemaic period, completed in the Roman era, and was dedicated to two gods, the local crocodile, Sobek and the famous eagle god, Haroeris. After that, we will get back to our boat for rest and refresh. Later on, we will visit Temple of Horus in Edfu, the finest preserved ancient Egyptian temple in the land of the Nile. We will then get back to our boat for overnight.
Free morning on your own or (optional) we can offer a Hot-air Balloon over the West Bank of Luxor. Enjoy your delicious breakfast before exploring the city of the dead where we can visit Valley of the Kings, the richest and most fascinating ancient tombs in Egypt. This was the burial site of the kings from the New Kingdom. The next visit of the day will be to the Temple of Deir El Bahari, constructed during the reign of the 18th dynasty by Queen Hatshepsut, one of the greatest rulers of Egypt. Our last visit will be to the Colossi of Memnon; these two huge statues are the only remaining items of the great funerary temple of Amenhotep III constructed in 1350 BC and became a landmark of Luxor afterwards. After that, we will get back to our boat for overnight.
Check out after breakfast. Later on, we will move to explore the east bank of Luxor including two marvelous temple complexes. Our first visit of the day will be to the Karnak Temples Complex, constructed over a period of more than one thousand years, almost all the impressive items of the Karnak we see today date back to the new kingdom specially the huge amazing columns of the hypostyle hall which are constructed by Ramses II, the greatest builder of ancient Egypt. We will then visit Luxor Temple, another startling temple that was established around the 14th century BC and the construction continued for many years afterwards by Ramses II, Queen Hatshepsut, and many other Pharaohs. After the tour, we will transfer you to your location in Luxor.
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