Day 1 - Embark on cruise from Aswan, sail to Kom Ombo
Day 2 - Sail along the Nile by visiting Edfu and Esna
Day 3 - Visits to East Bank and Wester Bank in Luxor
Day 4 - Disembark from the cruise ship in Luxor
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Sail the majestic Nile River between Aswan and Luxor in the comfort and modern luxury of one of our 5-star Nile cruise ships. Explore the landmark Egyptian temples, tombs of pharaohs and the ancient ruins along the Nile River. Enjoy privately guided excursions with Egyptologist guides and delightful leisure activities on the ship. This will be an unforgettable journey through ancient Egypt and the Nile River. If you like we can combine this cruise with one of our other packages for Cairo, Hurgada or Sharm El Sheikh.
Day 1 Aswan - Kom Ombo
According to your arrival point, we will arrange your pick up from the airport, train station or your hotel in Aswan. Embark on your cruise where you will be welcomed by your tour guide. You will begin your visits with High Dam which was built by Egyptian Government on the largest artificial lake of the world called "Lake Nasser". Then you will visit the Temple of Philae settled on the island of Agilika. Temple dedicated to Isis was the Goddess o Beauty according to Egyptian mythology. Ancient Egyptians started construction but Romans finished the temple. Later it was relocated by UNESCO after the building of the Aswan Dam threatened the site.
Before return to your ship you will will enjoy a traditional felucca ride around Elephantine Island and the Botanical Gardens. Enjoy lunch on board and sail to Kom Ombo where you will visit The Temple of Kom Ombo was dedicated to "the crocodile-god" Sobek. The temple is combination of two temples: one side dedicated to the god Haroesis "Good Doctor" and the other side to Sobek. The ancient Egyptians believed that by honoring the fearsome crocodile as a god, they would be safe from attacks. After enjoyable visits you will return to your cruise ship and sail to Edfu. Enjoy dinner served on the cruise ship.
Meals :Lunch & Dinner
Day 2 Edfu - Esna
Breakfast will be served on board. Today you will mostly sail along the beautiful Nile River which will give you chance to view wonderful scenery. On your way you will stop at Edfu to visit the well preservedTemple of Horus (son of Isis) is the second biggest temple in Egypt after Karnak. It took 200 years to finish the construction and it has wonderful hieroglyphs have shed light on the practices of the cult of Horus and associated temples. Then you will return to ship to sail Luxor via Esna where you may see people try to sell local handcrafts on their little sandals.
Tonight you will be invited to a special dinner on board will be an "Egyptian Night" also known as "Galabeya Night" party for all guests, with a chance to dress up in traditional Egyptian costumes. There will be a lavish buffet of Egyptian specialties food, followed by oriental music and dancing for everybody.
Meals : Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 3 Luxor
After breakfast you will begin your visits in Luxor means "Palaces" and was the capital of Ancient Egypt. It is divided by Nile River into two areas : "the East Bank" and "the West Bank" which are symbolizing respectively "Life" and "Death" according to Ancient Egyptians. Your qualified Egyptologist guide will take you to the West Bank is known for its necropolis and mortuary temples: the Valley of the Kings. In Ancient Egyptian mythology "The West" symbolised the journey to the afterlife, so that is the reason why Egyptian pharaohs burried to the west bank. Here you will discover Necropolis of Thebes also called "Valley of the Kings" where archaeologists discovered 62 tombs but you will only be able to see 3 of them excluding the famous Tutankhamun Tomb (King Tut's Tomb). Next you will visit the recently renovated mortuary temple of Queen Hatshepsut was one of the most successful pharaohs, reigning longer than any other woman of an Egyptian dynasty. Finally, see the huge Colossi of Memnon which are all that remained from the mortuary temple of Amenhotep III and return to your cruiseto enjoy lunch.
After lunch visit the Luxor Temple, was built by Amenhotep III and Ramses II which will give you chance to travel back in time. End the day with a walk along the 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." After visits return to your cruise for dinner and stay overnight stay in Luxor.
Meals : Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 4 Luxor
Enjoy breakfast on board. Upon your request we can arrange an optional Hot Air Balloon Ride to enjoy the sunrise over the Valley of the Kings. The best way to say "Good Bye" to amazing history and the land of civilization. Otherwise you will be transferred to the airport, train station or your hotel booked by your own. The end of our services.
Meals : Breakfast
* Please note the Cruise programs can be changed without prior notice due to navigational circumstances, operational reasons and TSC Travel is not liable to these changes!
3 nights accommodation on 5 star Nile cruise shipAll excursions escorted by professional Egyptologist tour guideTransfers on arrival and departureMeals as mentioned in the itineraryEntrance fees to the sites mentioned in the itineraryAll local taxes
International or domestic flight ticketsAny drinks with mealsTips for tour guide, drivers & cruise crew (Highly Expected!)Optional ExcursionsPersonal expenses and anything not mentioned included services
Can I book my trip online, or must I do it over the phone?
We do not have an online booking system because most of our services are personalized and different conditions may apply for specific requests. You can call us, send an email, or complete a tour request form so that our Egypt travel specialists can help you to select the best tour for your travel needs. When you submit our tour contact form, one of our specialists will contact you within 24 hours to confirm availability.
What do you need from me to begin a proposal for a customized Egypt tour?
Fill out a customized tour request form that provides us with useful insight on how to design a trip that will suit your travel needs. If you are interested in customizing one of our tour packages, you can email us the name of the tour package and estimated date you have chosen to start the tour.
Can TSC design a customized trip for our group’s interests?
We will gladly work with you to offer a Egypt tour package tailored to your group’s interests. For this, you need to provide us your group details, interests, and travel needs.
Is airfare included in programs? Can I book my international flight through you?
Tour quotes do not include airfare to/from the trip start point. You can purchase your airfare tickets through the internet or a wholesaler. By booking your own flight, you have more flexibility and control of your choices - in real time.
What type of accommodation do we use?
TSC Travel use hotels situated at excellent locations and close to all amenities. Room types range from double rooms to junior suites, depending on the package of choice. Amenities and facilities may differ from those in South America, North America, Australia or Malaysia.
What type of transportation is used on tours?
TSC Travel utilize a variety of transportation methods including public and private minivans, cars, coaches, trains, flights, ferries, boats, etc. We use whichever method provides travellers with the safest and most efficient transportation option.
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What is your cancellation policy?
All cancellations must be made in writing directly to TSC Travel. No responsibility is taken for cancellations of airfare, hotel bookings, or any other extra services which have been made directly by the client.The following scale of charges will apply when cancellation is notified for all land packages, tours and programs;
Prior to arrival:
Charge 60 days or more: 10% of selling price (Administrative Fee)
59-46 days: non-refundable deposit 35% of selling price
45-21 days: 50% of selling price
20-0 days: 100% of selling price
* Special conditions apply for canceling of tailor-made tour programs.
The following scale of charges will apply when cancellation is notified for tours that include a Cruise program:
Prior to arrival:
Charge 60 days or more: 10% of selling price (Administrative Fee)
59-46 days: 35% of selling price
45-21 days: 50% of selling price
20-8 days: 75% of selling price.
7-0 days: 100% of selling price.
* Special conditions apply for cancellation.
If you have to withdraw from a tour after it has begun for reasons such as illness, be sure to obtain a medical certificate in support of any insurance claim. We are unable to make refunds for absences from a tour, including but not limited to missed meals or entrance tickets.
Flight/ferry/train/bus tickets are not included in the above cancellation policy. Once your program is confirmed and the tickets are purchased, any changes to the dates of the program will incur a change fee or in case of cancellation, (this is additional to the service fee), 100% cancellation fee for the tickets will be incurred regardless of the above cancellation policy. For further information, please read our Terms and Conditions page.
When and How I will receive my tour documents?
Travel documents and electronic flight tickets are usually sent 21 days prior to departure. However, you will receive tour vouchers, maps, ferry, bus or train tickets and other required information upon arrival in Turkey. This will be included in a welcome package waiting for you upon arrival at your hotel.