5-Days & 4-Nights Family Nile Cruise Adventure

Aswan, Luxor 5 days / 4 nights

Overview

  • Duration 5 days / 4 nights
  • Travellers 1 – 15
Route

The journey, day by day

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1 DAY 01 Arrival in Luxor & East Bank Exploration Luxor

Upon arrival in Luxor, your unforgettable family Nile cruise adventure begins. After meeting your private Egyptologist guide, the family will set out to discover the remarkable treasures of Luxor’s East Bank.

The first visit is to the awe-inspiring Karnak Temple Complex, the largest religious complex ever constructed and one of the most significant open-air museums in the world. Developed over more than 1,500 years, from the Middle Kingdom through to the Ptolemaic era, Karnak spans an immense area filled with colossal columns, sacred precincts, monumental statues, and magnificent temples dedicated primarily to Amun-Re.

Following the tour, the family will board the luxurious 5-star Nile cruise ship in Luxor, enjoy lunch on board, and have time to relax before the evening excursion.

Later, visit the spectacular Luxor Temple, beautifully illuminated beneath the night sky. Built around 1400 BC by Amenhotep III and later expanded by Ramses II, the temple served as a centre for royal ceremonies and the famous Opet Festival. Connected to Karnak by the grand Avenue of Sphinxes, Luxor Temple remains one of Egypt’s most atmospheric ancient monuments.

Meals: Lunch & Dinner          Overnight: On board in Luxor

2 DAY 02 Valley of the Kings & West Bank Wonders Valley of the Kings

After breakfast on board, the family will cross to Luxor’s legendary West Bank to explore some of ancient Egypt’s most celebrated archaeological treasures.

Begin with the world-famous Valley of the Kings, the royal burial ground of the New Kingdom pharaohs for more than five centuries. Hidden deep within the Theban hills, the valley contains over 60 elaborately decorated tombs belonging to rulers such as Tutankhamun, Seti I, and the great Ramesses kings.

Continue to the magnificent Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari. Carved dramatically into the surrounding limestone cliffs, this striking terraced temple stands as one of the masterpieces of ancient Egyptian architecture and was dedicated to both the queen’s legacy and the worship of Amun.

The tour concludes with a stop at the impressive Colossi of Memnon, the two enormous statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III, which have stood guarding the Theban necropolis for centuries.

After the excursion, return to the cruise ship for lunch, dinner, and an evening of relaxation on board.

Meals: Full Board            Overnight: On board in Luxor

3 DAY 03 Edfu & Kom Ombo Temples Edfu

Enjoy breakfast on board as the cruise sails along the tranquil waters of the Nile towards Upper Egypt’s beautifully preserved temples.

The first stop is the Temple of Edfu, dedicated to Horus, the falcon-headed god of protection and victory. Constructed during the Ptolemaic period between 237 BC and 57 BC, Edfu Temple is among the finest preserved temples in Egypt, with towering pylons, grand halls, and remarkably detailed inscriptions.

Later, continue to the unique double Temple of Kom Ombo, situated directly on the banks of the Nile. Dedicated jointly to Horus the Elder and Sobek, the crocodile god, the temple features symmetrical courts and sanctuaries reflecting its dual dedication. Built during the late Ptolemaic era, Kom Ombo remains one of the Nile Valley’s most distinctive ancient sites.

Return to the cruise ship for lunch, dinner, and overnight accommodation on board.

Meals: Full Board          Overnight:On board in Kom Ombo

4 DAY 04 Aswan High Dam & Philae Temple Aswan

After breakfast, continue the family journey with a full day exploring the enchanting city of Aswan.

Begin with a visit to the Aswan High Dam, one of modern Egypt’s greatest engineering achievements, constructed in the 1960s to control the Nile’s annual flooding, generate hydroelectric power, and create the vast Lake Nasser.

Following lunch, continue to the exquisite Temple of Philae, dedicated to Isis, the goddess of motherhood and magic. Located on a picturesque island, this elegant temple complex dates largely to the Ptolemaic period and remains one of Egypt’s most beautiful and romantic archaeological sites.

Return to the cruise ship for dinner and your final evening on board.

Meals: Full board          Overnight: On board in Aswan

5 DAY 05 Departure from Aswan Aswan

After breakfast on board, your memorable 5-day family Nile cruise comes to an end. Following disembarkation, transfer arrangements will be provided to your chosen destination in Aswan for departure.

Meals: Breakfast

Aswan, Egypt

What is included

Included

  • Meet and assist service throughout the tour
  • All transfers in modern air-conditioned vehicles
  • 4 nights’ accommodation aboard a 5-star Nile cruise on a full-board basis
  • All sightseeing excursions mentioned in the itinerary
  • Professional licensed Egyptologist tour guides speaking English, German, French and Spanish.
  • 24/7 Guest Support: Around-the-clock concierge support throughout your trip.
  • Meals as specified in the itinerary
  • All taxes and service charges

Not included

  • International flights.
  • Tourist visa fees 30 USD, upon arrival at the airport.
  • Optional tours and excursions
  • Personal expenses (premium beverages, laundry service, spa treatments).
  • Discretionary gratuities for cruise staff and your private guide.
  • Any extras not mentioned in the itinerary
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