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Luxor to Aswan | Aboard Soul of the Nile
4 Nights / 5 Days • Luxor - Aswan
• Arrival: Upon arrival at Luxor Airport, Railway Station, or your hotel, you will be greeted by our representative and transferred via a private A/C vehicle to the Soul of the Nile Dahabiya.
• Check-in: Settle into your cabin and enjoy a freshly prepared lunch on board.
• Free Time: Relax on the sun deck or explore the surroundings at your leisure.
• Evening Activity: Sound & Light Show (Optional) – Enjoy an illuminated evening experience in Luxor, bringing ancient history to life under the stars.
• Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner.
• Overnight: Onboard in Luxor.
• Check-in: Settle into your cabin and enjoy a freshly prepared lunch on board.
• Free Time: Relax on the sun deck or explore the surroundings at your leisure.
• Evening Activity: Sound & Light Show (Optional) – Enjoy an illuminated evening experience in Luxor, bringing ancient history to life under the stars.
• Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner.
• Overnight: Onboard in Luxor.
• Early Morning Activity: Hot Air Balloon Ride (Optional) – Start your day with an unforgettable flight over the West Bank at sunrise.
• The East Bank: Begin your private tour at the monumental Karnak Temple Complex.
• The West Bank: Cross the Nile to explore the Valley of the Kings, the royal burial ground of Pharaohs.
• Hatshepsut & Memnon: Visit the Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and the towering Colossi of Memnon.
• Lunch: Enjoy a rich lunch at a Quality Local Restaurant on the West Bank (Included).
• Sailing: Return to the boat and begin sailing upstream towards Edfu via the Esna Lock.
• Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch (External), Dinner.
• Overnight: Onboard (near Edfu).
• The East Bank: Begin your private tour at the monumental Karnak Temple Complex.
• The West Bank: Cross the Nile to explore the Valley of the Kings, the royal burial ground of Pharaohs.
• Hatshepsut & Memnon: Visit the Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and the towering Colossi of Memnon.
• Lunch: Enjoy a rich lunch at a Quality Local Restaurant on the West Bank (Included).
• Sailing: Return to the boat and begin sailing upstream towards Edfu via the Esna Lock.
• Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch (External), Dinner.
• Overnight: Onboard (near Edfu).
• Edfu Temple: After breakfast, enjoy a traditional Horse Carriage ride to the Temple of Horus in Edfu, the best-preserved temple in Egypt.
• Sailing: Sail towards Kom Ombo while enjoying lunch and the stunning Nile scenery.
• Kom Ombo Temple: At sunset, visit the unique double temple dedicated to Sobek (the Crocodile God) and Horus.
• Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
• Overnight: Onboard (sailing towards Aswan).
• Sailing: Sail towards Kom Ombo while enjoying lunch and the stunning Nile scenery.
• Kom Ombo Temple: At sunset, visit the unique double temple dedicated to Sobek (the Crocodile God) and Horus.
• Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
• Overnight: Onboard (sailing towards Aswan).
• Philae Temple: Take a motorboat to Agilkia Island to visit the beautiful Philae Temple, dedicated to the Goddess Isis.
• The High Dam: Visit the Aswan High Dam, a modern engineering marvel.
• Relaxation: Return to the Dahabiya for lunch.
• Evening Activities:
o Nubian Village (Optional) – Explore the vibrant culture and colors of the Nubian people.
o Aswan Night Market & City Tour.
o Philae Temple Sound & Light Show (Optional).
• Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
• Overnight: Onboard in Aswan.
• The High Dam: Visit the Aswan High Dam, a modern engineering marvel.
• Relaxation: Return to the Dahabiya for lunch.
• Evening Activities:
o Nubian Village (Optional) – Explore the vibrant culture and colors of the Nubian people.
o Aswan Night Market & City Tour.
o Philae Temple Sound & Light Show (Optional).
• Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
• Overnight: Onboard in Aswan.
• The Grand Finale: Early morning check-out (breakfast box included). We depart for the magnificent Temples of Abu Simbel (approx. 3-hour drive). Witness the colossal statues of Ramses II and Nefertari.
• Departure: After the tour, we will transfer you to Aswan Airport, the Railway Station, or your hotel in Aswan for your final drop-off.
• Meals Included: Breakfast.
• Departure: After the tour, we will transfer you to Aswan Airport, the Railway Station, or your hotel in Aswan for your final drop-off.
• Meals Included: Breakfast.
Magic of the Nile: Luxury Dahabiya Cruise from Aswan to Luxor
3 Nights / 4 Days • Aswan - Luxor
• Arrival & Meet: Begin your journey with an exclusive meet-and-greet at Aswan airport or railway station, followed by a private transfer.
• Philae Temple & High Dam: Take a small motorboat to visit the enchanting Temple of Isis on Philae Island, followed by a tour of the Aswan High Dam.
• Embarkation: Check in aboard the luxury Dahabiya "Soul of the Nile".
• Sailing: Begin your gentle sail downstream towards Kom Ombo amidst breathtaking Nile scenery.
• Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner.
• Overnight: Onboard (near Kom Ombo).
• Philae Temple & High Dam: Take a small motorboat to visit the enchanting Temple of Isis on Philae Island, followed by a tour of the Aswan High Dam.
• Embarkation: Check in aboard the luxury Dahabiya "Soul of the Nile".
• Sailing: Begin your gentle sail downstream towards Kom Ombo amidst breathtaking Nile scenery.
• Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner.
• Overnight: Onboard (near Kom Ombo).
• Morning Exploration: Visit the unique double Temple of Kom Ombo, dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek and the falcon god Haroeris.
• Sailing: Return to the boat and spend the day relaxing on the sun deck as we sail towards Edfu.
• Afternoon Tea: Enjoy a tranquil afternoon tea at sunset while taking in the majestic views of the Nile.
• Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
• Overnight: Onboard (near Edfu).
• Sailing: Return to the boat and spend the day relaxing on the sun deck as we sail towards Edfu.
• Afternoon Tea: Enjoy a tranquil afternoon tea at sunset while taking in the majestic views of the Nile.
• Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
• Overnight: Onboard (near Edfu).
• Morning Activity: Take a traditional horse-drawn carriage to visit the wonderfully preserved Temple of Horus in Edfu.
• Sailing: Continue your enjoyable sailing journey, crossing the Esna Lock and arriving at the ancient city of Luxor.
• Evening Activity (Optional): Attend the spectacular Sound and Light Show at Karnak Temple to relive the glory of the Pharaohs.
• Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
• Overnight: Onboard (in Luxor).
• Sailing: Continue your enjoyable sailing journey, crossing the Esna Lock and arriving at the ancient city of Luxor.
• Evening Activity (Optional): Attend the spectacular Sound and Light Show at Karnak Temple to relive the glory of the Pharaohs.
• Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
• Overnight: Onboard (in Luxor).
• Disembarkation: Enjoy your final breakfast onboard before checking out.
• The West Bank: Cross the Nile to explore the hidden royal treasures of the Valley of the Kings.
• Hatshepsut, Habu & Memnon: Visit the brightly colored Medinet Habu Temple, the majestic Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, and stop for photos at the towering Colossi of Memnon.
• Departure: Transfer in a private vehicle to Luxor airport or your hotel, concluding your unforgettable journey.
• Meals Included: Breakfast.
• The West Bank: Cross the Nile to explore the hidden royal treasures of the Valley of the Kings.
• Hatshepsut, Habu & Memnon: Visit the brightly colored Medinet Habu Temple, the majestic Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, and stop for photos at the towering Colossi of Memnon.
• Departure: Transfer in a private vehicle to Luxor airport or your hotel, concluding your unforgettable journey.
• Meals Included: Breakfast.