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Egypt: Nile Cruise with Luxor Extension
Step back in time on a cruise of Egypt
Explore the birthplace of civilisation with this fantastic cruise of a lifetime along the legendary Nile. Egypt has so many incredible places to see, and a cruise from Luxor is a great way to travel around, with the added convenience of only having to unpack your suitcase once. The journey is filled with amazing sightseeing opportunities with some leisure time thrown in to give you added independence during your holiday. There are various optional excursions to choose from during your free time and we can help you make your selection prior to your cruise from Luxor.
Your adventure begins with sightseeing tours along the banks of Luxor, after which Nile river cruise holidays make their way to Aswan where ancient temples remind us of the power that the ancient gods were believed to possess. Whilst in Aswan, guests will have a unique opportunity to take a trip on a felucca, a traditional Egyptian sailing boat, and explore the different islands. On its return, the ship docks at Kom Ombo and Edfu before you cruise to Luxor for more sightseeing opportunities.
These Egypt cruises on the Nile are further enhanced by an additional stay in the city of Luxor. At the end of your cruise from Luxor spend another week in a specially selected hotel within the city. Make the most of your time there with some of the tempting excursions that we have to offer, including a visit to the Nubian Village, a hot air balloon ride or a flight over Cairo.
Day 1 -
Begin your Cruise from Luxor
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Flying into Luxor, your tour guide greets you at the airport before you transfer to the ship. Spend the first night of your cruise in Luxor enjoying a delicious meal on board and savouring the evening entertainment.
Meals included:
Dinner
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Day 2 -
Exploring Luxor
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This morning we cruise from Luxor to Hatshepsut Temple on the West Bank of the Nile. The temple, located close to the famous Valley of the Kings, is dedicated to the sun god Amon-Ra. Moving on, we arrive at the Colossi of Memnon. These giant stone statues have been present here since 1350 BC and are an impressive sight indeed. After lunch, we cruise back to Edfu via Esna.
Meals included:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 3 -
Edfu to Aswan
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This morning there is a fascinating excursion to the Temple of Edfu, one of Egypt’s most well preserved temples. There you will see ancient inscriptions on the walls which give clues to the language and religion of the time. The cruise from Luxor continues past the farming town of Kom Ombo and then onto Aswan where we spend the night.
Meals included:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 4 -
Aswan
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Spend day four of your cruise from Luxor exploring Aswan. Visit the High Dam, which at 111 metres high is a magnificent sight. Later, spend some time at Philae Temple which is situated on an island in the middle of the Nile. This temple had to be moved from its original location due to the construction of the Dam which flooded a large proportion of the valley. The afternoon is free for you to explore independently or book optional tours.
Meals included:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 5 -
Island Hopping on a Felucca
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Enjoy a leisurely breakfast and free time this morning on your cruise from Luxor, or alternatively take an optional excursion to see the Abu Simbel Temples – two gigantic rock temples. In the afternoon, board a traditional wooden sailing boat known as a felucca and sail around pretty islands, taking in external sights of the Botanical Gardens and the Agha Khan Mausoleum.
Meals included:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 6 -
Kom Ombo and Edfu
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As we cruise back to Luxor, we dock at Kom Ombo, giving you chance to disembark and explore the magnificent temple. Its design is unusual as it was constructed for two gods, Sobek and Haroeris, and therefore there is two of everything. The cruise to Luxor continues, docking at Edfu overnight.
Meals included:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 7 -
Return to Luxor
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As the ship docks once more in the city of Luxor, we explore more of the East Bank of the Nile, taking in places like magnificent Karnak and the breathtaking Luxor Temple. Finish your cruise in Luxor with a delicious meal on board the ship, and perhaps sample some of the city’s nightlife.
Meals included:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Days 8 to 15 -
Luxor Extension
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After breakfast, collect your belongings and disembark the ship, transferring to a selected five star hotel in the city. Spend the rest of your day at leisure.
Following your cruise from Luxor, continue your holiday on dry land, taking in all the famous sights of the city and selecting optional excursions to nearby places of interest. Perhaps take a flight over Cairo, visit the Nubian Village, enjoy a tour of the Dendarah Temple or even go on a hot air balloon flight. Make the most of your time after the cruise from Luxor with our tour suggestions.
Your cruise from Luxor concludes on day 15. Transfer to the airport for your flight home.
Meals included:
Breakfast, Dinner
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