A Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan is one of the best ways to see Egypt’s ancient past. Most Nile cruises in Egypt go between Luxor and Aswan and take between 3 to 5 days total. No matter what cruise you choose, you will have time to relax and take in the scenery of the Nile Valley while enjoying tours to some of Egypt’s most impressive ancient temples and tombs. In this video we’ll go over the different cruise options and what to expect on a 3-day cruise from Luxor to Aswan, including interesting attractions that you can’t miss.
⛵ Nile cruise options:
Generally, there are 3 ways to cruise the Nile River in Egypt:
1. The cheapest and most adventurous way to cruise the Nile is by felucca. A felucca is a very small boat that has no cabins and it sails by the wind. There are usually no facilities on board, such as bathrooms or bedrooms.
2. A dahabiya is another option. This small wooden boat relies on winds and has about 10 cabins. It is the most exclusive and expensive way to cruise the Nile. It’s the perfect choice for anyone who is looking for a more intimate Nile cruise experience
3. Finally, the most popular way to travel the Nile is on one of the big Nile cruiser boats. This is a mid-range option, but boats can differ in price and the range of facilities. Most boats are like a floating hotel, including a sundeck with pool and restaurant.
🚢 What to expect on a Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan:
Day 1: Luxor
Most Nile cruises start in Luxor, and so did ours. Luxor is also called the world’s greatest open-air museum. This is because the city‘s history goes back thousands of years, which can be observed in its ancient temples and tombs today. We explored the world-famous Karnak temple, the impressive pharaohs' tombs in the Valley of the Kings, the fully-excavated Habu Temple, and so much more. This city is awe-inspiring and we recommend staying at least a few days in this area before boarding the cruise boat if you can.
Day 2: Edfu & Kom Ombo
On the second day, you will arrive in the city of Edfu, located along the West Bank of the Nile River. Edfu is known for the Temple of Horus, one of the best-preserved ancient monuments in Egypt. Your visit to this temple will start in the early morning, where you will be picked up by your official guide. Afterwards, the boat will sail towards Kom Ombo, where you will explore another amazing temple in the afternoon. This temple is dedicated to two gods: the local crocodile god Sobek and Horus the Elder.
Day 3: Abu Simbel & Aswan
On the third and final day, you will arrive in Aswan. From here, you usually have the option to go on a day tour to Abu Simbel in the early morning or take your time to check out and stay in Aswan for the whole day or multiple days.
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Note that you're only sailing for 2 out of 5 days, the rest is spent in Luxor, Aswan & Abu Simbel where you'll visit the historical temples & sights.
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🎥 VIDEO CHAPTERS:
0:00 Intro
1:03 Nile Cruise Overview
1:31 Nile Cruise Options
2:42: Day 1 Luxor
4:09 Day 2 Edfu and Kom Ombo
6:10 Day 3 Abu Simbel & Aswan
7:16 Aswan
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2 авг 2024
