Between Luxor and Aswan lies a magical route that contains the essence of beauty and magic which is worth discovering through our 5 days Nile cruise from Port Ghalib. A Nile cruise around its banks is a dream come true for adventure seekers as you will get the chance to explore the secrets of the old temples and cast your eyes on wonders designed to perfection as you sail on the divine water of ancient times and witness the oldest miracles in existence such as Karnak, Edfu, Philae, Hatshepsut temples, and much more awaits you. The trip is coated by unique classy services that include the accommodation and the Egyptologist tour guide, as well as the private vehicles. Don't miss the chance and enjoy the best Nile cruise from Port Ghalib, book us now.
It’s a terrific trip in which you can win the chance of surfing the Nile River and exploring the most ancient civilization ever, together!
It’s a voyage that features lots of ancient historical aesthetics at a cheap price!
You’ll get introduced to a number of carvings and decorations inside the Karnak and Hatshepsut Temples besides more in Luxor during the trip!
The trip will offer you the lost pieces of the image you created about Egypt's history in a visit to the Unfinished Obelisk, the High Dam, Edfu, and Kom Ombo Temples
The amenities offered on the cruise are insanely bewitching!
It was our first visit to Egypt so me and my family didn't know what to expect. Thankfully our tour guide Manal Ahmed who by the way is the ONLY FEMALE tour guide in Hurghada! Than...
kbam1968
Jun 2021
We booked 2 day trip to Cairo and Luxor directly with “Tours from Hurgharda” before we left the UK. Responding promptly to any query or concerns that we may have had. Thank y...
SLJW13
May 2021
The main reason for the 5 stars is the communication from the company and the guide and driver they provided. I was very apprehensive booking from the UK with only email correspond...
nazli.sacls
Apr 2022
I visited Egypt with friends.Thank you tours from hurghada for an amazing experience..our guide Mohamed Elshamei was fantastic...knowledgable and nothing was to much to ask of him ...
Barbara M
Apr 2022
Early 4am start, arrived by 7am. security as in Europe. Arrived at opening of Cairo Museum and had the place to ourselves for a while, saw Tut exhibition very easily.Excellent. Als...
Day One: Transfer from Port Ghalib to Luxor - Explore Karnak & Luxor Temples
On the first day of your 5 days Nile cruise from Port Ghalib, you will meet our representative at the entrance of your hotel to transfer you to Luxor where you will be accompanied by your expert Egyptologist tour guide for a journey back in time on the east bank of the Nile in Luxor to visit:
Temple of Karnak
Karnak temple is the oldest house of worship ever built by man in history for 4000 years. It was dedicated to the Theban triad which consisted of God Amun with his wife the Goddess of Justice Mut and his son the moon god Khnsou.
Then head to check -in the cruise to have your lunch and refresh yourself. In the evening time, join your private tour guide again to enjoy a wonderful tour to:
Temple of Luxor By Night
A number of out-of-this-world scenes, that present the ancient spirit, will come to take the lead in this site atmosphere. Luxor temple, since it was first architected back in 1400 BC, has hosted scenes that embody the Opet Festival, which is an occasion that links both man and divinity together to be united on Earth.
Finally, we will transfer you back to your cruise to have a dinner meal and spend the overnight.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Onboard the Cruise
Day Two: Continue Your Tour in Luxor - Sail to Edfu
On day two, you will enjoy your delicious breakfast on board your Nile cruise then accompanies your tour guide to the west bank of the Nile River in Luxor to visit:
Valley of The Kings
The valley of the kings lies in the heart of a mountain holding the mummies of Egypt’s kings and queens from the 18th, 19th, and 20th dynasties and holds 63 marvelous decorated well-preserved tombs of Pharaoh Ramses the great and king Tutankhamen.
Hatshepsut Temple
The temple of Hatshepsut "El Deir El Bahari" is a phenomenal example of the advanced level of classical architecture of the ancient Egyptians and one of the best looking & preserved temples in Egypt.
Colossi of Memnon
The colossi of Memnon are two colossal statues of quartzite sandstone standing at the height of 18 m (60ft) weighing 720 tons each resembling Pharaoh Amenhotep III "1386-1350". It was destroyed by a large earthquake in 27 BC but was reconstructed in 199 AD.
At the end of the day, return back to the cruise and start sailing to Aswan.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Onboard the Cruise
Day Three: Visit Edfu & Kom Ombo Temple - Sail to Aswan
On day three of your Nile cruise from Port Ghalib, you will enjoy your delicious breakfast on board your Nile cruise then continue sailing until you reach the golden city of Edfu and cast your eyes on:
Temple of Edfu
The Edfu temple is one of the few temples of the Ptolemaic era between 237 BC & 57 BC to be the official worship house of the Falcon sky god Horus the son of Isis & Osiris and was built on the battle zone between the devil god Set and Horus took place according to Osiris Myth.
You will continue sailing until you reach Kom Ombo where you will explore:
Temple of Kom Ombo
Kom Ombo temple a.k.a "The Hill Of Gold" was constructed in the Greco-Roman period between 180 BC and 47 BC and has a distinctive double design divided into two identical sectors. One for the crocodile god Sobek patron of fertility and the other for the falcon sky god Horus the symbol of victory and the protector of the kings and queens.
At the end of the day, return back to your cruise where you will continue sailing until you reach Aswan.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Onboard the Cruise
Day Four: Enjoy Tour to Abu Simbel Temple
In day four, you will get your breakfast box from the cruise before joining your guide to visit:
Temples of Abu Simbel
You will be picked up from your cruise by an air-conditioned car to proceed to the gatekeeper of the southern border which was created by Ramses the great "1279-1213 BCE" and consists of the main bigger temple of Abu Simbel where the sun festival takes place on 22 of February & October of each year when the sun illuminates on the faces of the four seated statues of Ramsess II, Ptah "God of Creation", Amun "The Creator God", and Ra "Sun God", and the second smaller temple is dedicated to his beloved wife Queen Nefertari. The temple was the main subject of the hardest recorded rescue operation in history as it was relocated on the island of Agilkia by UNESCO in the mid-60s.
After finishing the Abu Simbel tour, you will drive back to your cruise and spend the overnight.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Onboard the Cruise
Day Five: Visit Aswan Attractions - End Your Nile Cruise Port Ghalib
On day five, you will enjoy your breakfast on board the Nile cruise, then check out from the cruise as your tour guide will accompany you to visit:
Aswan High Dam
The High Dam was constructed between 1960 & 1970 as a cooperation project with the Moscow-based Hydro project institute in order to create better control of the Nile floods, generate hydroelectricity, and increased the water storage for irrigation.
Temple of Philae
Phile temple was built between 380 BC and362 BC by king Ptolemy II and enlarged by various kings from the Ptolemaic era on a rocky island known for being a trade center between Africa and Asia.
The Unfinished Obelisk
The unfinished obelisk of Hatshepsut was constructed in a very unique way as it was inspired by a Greek style of architecture as it had four sides converging to a mini pyramidal shape at the top of the obelisk.
After that, enjoy a tasty lunch with your tour guide at a marvelous restaurant in Aswan, then we will transfer you back to your hotel in Port Ghalib by a private air-conditioned vehicle.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
P/S: There's a chance of taking your suggestions, that relate to the program, into consideration, including removing or adding any unmentioned destinations to fit with your desires and imaginations.