6 Day Cruise and Hotel Package from Luxor to Aswan on the Moon Goddess (Starting Friday)

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River Cruises

Moon Goddess

Sail the majestic Nile River between Aswan and Luxor in the comfort and modern luxury of the Moon Goddess. The Aswan to Luxor cruise explores the landmark temples, tombs and ruins in the region. Luxor stands where ancient Thebes, the "City of the Thousand Gates," once stood. Luxor, which means "the Palaces" in Arabic, is true to its name with a great number of magnificent temples and tombs.

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. Guided excursions to these great sites are the highlight of each day and are led by Egyptologists who will lend their expertise to making the tours more insightful and enjoyable.

Following these exciting tours, guests can enjoy a host of activities available on the ship; known as one of the best cruise ships on the Nile the Moon Goddess offers a variety of special services and facilities. These amenities include discotheque, a restaurant, room service, jogging track, gym, bars, nightly entertainment, guided excursions, pool and sun deck. Enjoy upscale hospitality and watch 5,000 years of history unfold before you on an unforgettable cruise through ancient Egypt.

Cruise Package includes:

1 night in a hotel in Luxor Sofitel Karnak or similar)

4 night cruise on the Moon Goddess from Aswan to Luxor

Transfers between airports, cruise ship, and the hotel.

Call (585) 272-0380 for more information or to book today! Mention code 8051458

Tour Operator

eWaterways

Duration

6 Days

Escorted

Escorted - Yes

Itinerary

Day	Destination	Description
Day 1	Luxor	Arrive at Luxor International Airport and transfer to a hotel (Sonesta Luxor or Steigenberger Luxor or similar) where you will spend the night.
Day 2	West Bank	After breakfast at the hotel transfer to the Moon Goddess and embark the vessel. Visit Karnak in the morning, 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. After lunch you will cross the Nile and explore the Valley of the Kings which stands on the West Bank of the Nile and is home to the tombs of the Theban rulers. Next, tour the mortuary temple of Hatshepsut, the only woman pharaoh to reign in the New Kingdom, before moving on to Colossi of Memnon and Luxor Temple. After a full day of exploring the treasures of the ancient world you will reboard the vessel where you can relax during afternoon tea. In the evening, be treated to a wonderful dinner and Belly Dance Show. The Moon Goddess sets sail for Edfu tonight.
Day 3	Edfu	Spend today relaxing on board and watch Egypt's ancient history unfold before your eyes as you cruise along the majestic Nile. In the evening a special Captain's Welcome Cocktail will be held and followed by dinner. Overnight in Edfu.
Day 4	Aswan	Enjoy breakfast on board before visiting the Temple of Horus, considered the best-preserved temple in Egypt and one of the finest examples of pharaonic architecture existing today. Return to the vessel and continue sailing for Kom Ombo while lunch is served on board. Upon arrival you will go ashore to tour the Kom Ombo temple complex, which comprises two temples 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. Reboard the Moon Goddess and sail to your final destination, Aswan, while enjoying afternoon tea on board. Tonight dinner will be followed by a fun Galabya costume party. Overnight in Aswan.
Day 5	Aswan	This morning you will visit the High Dam. Started in 1960 and completed ten years later, the construction of this dam has saved Egypt and its heritage from flooding. Afterwards you will tour Philae Temple, which contains beautiful shrines and sanctuaries dedicated to the Goddess Isis. Return to ship for lunch and sail on a felucca around Kitchener's Island and Agha Khan Mausoleum in the afternoon. Dinner will be held on board and followed by a traditional Nubian Folklore Show. Overnight in Aswan.
Day 6	Aswan	Disembark the Moon Goddess after breakfast.

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