6 Day Cruise and Hotel Package from Luxor to Aswan on board the Nile Goddess

eWaterways

River Cruises

Nile Goddess

Sailing the mighty Nile River aboard the Nile Goddess affords guests the unique opportunity to explore the landmark temples, tombs and ruins found throughout the region, while staying in luxurious accommodation. Guided excursions with Egyptologists are the highlight of each day; in an unforgettable excursion, you will visit the Luxor Temple, which was built by the two great pharaohs, Amenhotep III and Ramses II. After touring the temple, you will travel along an avenue of ram-headed Sphinxes, extending for about two miles, which link Luxor Temple with Karnak Temple, the center of worship in ancient Egypt. No site in the world makes a more overwhelming and lasting impression than this "Temple of all Temples".

Days like this are followed by evenings on board with plenty leisure activities available. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool, experience the exciting nightlife in the ship's discotheque or a relaxing massage treatment at the spa.

Take pleasure in upscale hospitality as you watch 5,000 years of history unfold before you on this spectacular journey through ancient Egypt. The Nile Goddess features deluxe accommodation with broad panoramic views, bathrooms with full-size bathtubs and all modern conveniences. The 6 day package aboard the Nile Goddess between Luxor and Aswan offers a truly memorable experience of a lifetime.

Cruise Package includes:

1 night in the Sofitel Karnak Hotel (or similar) in Luxor

3 night cruise on the Nile Goddess from Luxor to Aswan

Transfers between airports, cruise ship, and the hotel

Call (585) 272-0380 for more information or to book today! Mention code 8051379

Tour Operator

eWaterways

Duration

6 Days

Escorted

Escorted - Yes

Itinerary

Day	Destination	Description
Day 1	Luxor	Arrive at Luxor Airport and transfer to the Sofitel Karnak hotel (or similar) where you will spend the night.
Day 2	West Bank	After breakfast at the hotel transfer to the Nile Goddess and embark the vessel. Discover the ancient treasures of the East Bank, including Karnak - a vast complex of temples, chapels and other buildings that was developed over a period of more than 1300 years, and the world's largest ancient religious site. Following lunch on board you will cross the Nile to explore the magnificent West Bank. Here you will find the renowned Valley of the Kings where the rulers of ancient dynasties carved their tombs into the limestone mountains. Further highlights of your West Bank visit are the mortuary temple of Hatshepsut and the Colossi Memnon. Back on board you will have a relaxing afternoon tea before dinner and entertainment in the evening. Overnight in Luxor.
Day 3	Esna	Spend the day at leisure relaxing on board and watching Egypt's ancient heritage unfold before your eyes as you sail along the Nile to Esna. Tonight a special Captain's Welcome Cocktail Party will be held, followed by dinner and a disco. Overnight in Esna.
Day 4	Kom Ombo	Relax on board this morning as breakfast and lunch is served. In the afternoon you will visit the renowned Horus Temple, considered the best-preserved temple in Egypt and one of the finest examples of Pharaonic architecture existing today. Return to ship and enjoy afternoon tea as the Nile Goddess sails to your next stop, Kom Ombo. Tonight dinner will be followed by a fun Galabya costume party. Overnight in Kom Ombo.
Day 5	Aswan	Following breakfast on board, tour Kom Ombo temple, a site that comprises two temples which are dedicated to the gods Sobek (the Crocodile God) and Haroeris (Horus the Elder). In ancient times, crocodiles could be seen basking on the banks of the river here. Return to ship and relax on board while your cruise continues to your final destination, Aswan. After lunch on board you will visit the High Dam and the Granite Quarries. Started in 1960 and completed ten years later, the construction of this dam has saved Egypt and its heritage from flooding. Next, tour the beautifulTemple of Philae, containing wonderful shrines and sanctuaries dedicated to the Goddess Isis. Sail on the Nile by felucca around Kitchener's Island before reboarding the vessel in time for afternoon tea. Tonight's on-board entertainment after dinner is a traditional Nubian Folklore Show. Overnight in Aswan.
Day 6	Aswan	Disembark the Nile Goddess after breakfast and transfer to Aswan Airport.

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