Things to do in Aswan Governorate

A dinner cruise on a Nile River Steamer is a fabulous way to enjoy a night out while you’re visiting Cairo. You'll cruise in comfort and elegance as you take in the lights of the Cairo skyline at night. During the evening you'll enjoy an open buffet that features international and Egyptian cuisine. In addition, you’ll be entertained by a folkloric and belly-dancing show. Experience a perfect ending–or addition–to your visit to Egypt. This is a full evening out and a great opportunity to enjoy good food, unique entertainment, and a romantic evening gazing at the sights along the banks of the Nile.

In the early morning, you will be picked up from a hotel in Aswan, then you will be transferred by an air-conditioned bus (with a group of people) to the Abu Simbel temple Upon arrival, enjoy a visit to the Abu Simbel Temple, as the Abu Simbel Temple is among the most magnificent monuments in Egypt. The temple is famous for its four huge seated statues that adorn its façade. You will have enough time to explore the temple At the end of your wonderful day, you will be transferred again to your hotel

Our delegate will Pick-up you up from your hotel in Cairo or Giza at about 6:00 A.M. by air-conditioned car to head to Cairo International Airport to take the one-hour flight to Luxor. (Flight Tickets included) Upon your arrival, our delegate will be waiting for you with our company sign to start your trip heading to the West Bank of Luxor to visit The Valley of the Kings, also known as the Valley of the Gates of the Kings where, for a period of nearly 500 years from the 16th to 11th century BC, rock-cut tombs were excavated for the pharaohs and powerful nobles of the New Kingdom Then move on to the Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, The Temple of Hatshepsut is a mortuary temple built during the reign of Pharaoh Hatshepsut of the Eighteenth Dynasty of Egypt. Located opposite the city of Luxor, it is considered to be a masterpiece of ancient architecture. Its three massive terraces rise above the desert floor and into the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari. Next, move to Medinet Habu, where the burial temple of Ramses III can be found, one of the city's most important religious monuments. Its entrance is 63 meters wide and 22 meters tall and bears a representation of the Pharoah himself punishing some prisoners. Then move to the colossi of Memnon where you will See the mortuary temple of Amenhotep III at the Colossi of Memnon, then stop for lunch at a local restaurant. Next, Sail on the Nile River in a traditional felucca sailing boat to discover the beauty of Luxor. Relax with a drink as you soak up the scenery. You’ll then head to the east bank to visit the biggest temple in Luxor, It's the Karnak Temple. dedicated to the god Amun, his wife Mut, and their son Khonsu. Next, move on to Luxor temple. Built by Amenhotep III in the 18th Dynasty in the modern kingdom, the beautiful temple was completed by Ramses II. After finishing, you will be transferred to Luxor International Airport to take the one-hour flight to Cairo (Flight Tickets included) Upon your arrival, our delegate will be waiting for you outside Cairo Airport After meeting, you will be transferred to your hotel again in Cairo or Giza

Cruise the Nile on a 5-star ship from Aswan to Luxor, stopping to see the sights of Kom Ombo, Edfu, Karnak Temple, Hatshepsut Temple, and the Valley of the Kings along the way. With full board, your meals are taken care of, and your own private guide will show you the best of ancient Egypt. Day 1: Start your ancient Egypt exploration in the beautiful city of Aswan. Your guide will pick you up from your Aswan hotel to escort you to Philae Temple. Known as the "Pearl of Egypt”, Graeco-Roman temples and colonnades, kiosks, and sanctuaries rise proudly against the skyline. Afterward, you’ll be dropped off at your cruise ship in time to enjoy lunch and the rest of the day to relax onboard. Day 2: Early in the morning, you have the option to take an optional guided tour to Abu Simbel or enjoy a free morning. The mighty temple built by Ramses II is a marvel of ancient engineering and also has a fascinating modern history. Enjoy lunch onboard as you begin sailing to Kom Ombo. Discover the temple dedicated to Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus, the falcon-headed god, with your guide. The layout combines two temples in one with each side having its gateways and chapels. After your tour of Kom Ombo, return to the ship for dinner and a relaxing evening as you sail overnight to Edfu. Day 3: After enjoying breakfast, your guide will meet you to visit the hidden gem in Edfu, Horus Temple, As the largest temple dedicated to Horus, one of Egypt's most important historic deities, statues of the falcon-headed god are found throughout the complex. The temple’s extensive wall carvings have provided valuable information to historians about the Hellenistic period of Egyptian history, and the exquisite reliefs give us insight into the religion, mythology, and way of life during the era. Day 4: After breakfast, you can leave your luggage at reception while you spend the day exploring Luxor. Start your tour on the West Bank at The Valley of the Kings where you will visit the royal tombs of pharaohs of the new kingdom. Wander through passageways decorated with reliefs and hieroglyphs and learn about the ancient Egyptian beliefs about the afterlife. The next stop is the Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut. A keen admirer of Mentuhotep II's temple, Hatshepsut had her own designed to mirror it but on a much grander scale and, just in case anyone should miss the comparison, ordered it built right next to the older temple. Stop for a quick visit to the massive colossi of Memnon before enjoying a break for lunch in a local restaurant in Luxor. Then it's time to explore Luxor's East Bank. Start your tour with the biggest temple in Luxor, the impressive Karnak Temple. Home to three main temples, several smaller enclosed temples, and several outer temples, UNESCO-listed Karnak combines the achievements of many generations of ancient builders over 1500 years. Your next destination is the temple of Luxor, this beautiful temple was the main function during the annual Opet celebrations. Started by Amenhotep III and completed by Tutankhamun, Luxor Temple has a fascinating history throughout the ages. After your day in Luxor, your driver will drop you off at your accommodation in Luxor.

Embark on a 5-day mostly private tour. Visit highlights including the Pyramids of Giza, the Egyptian Museum in Cairo, the Karnak Temple, the Temple of Hatshepsut, the Temples of Abu Simbel, and the Qaitbay Citadel in Alexandria. Day 1: Giza Pyramids, Egyptian Museum & Travel to Luxor Start with pickup from your hotel in Cairo. Meet your Egyptologist guide who will take you on a guided tour of the Pyramids of Giza, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. From there, head to the Egyptian Museum in Cairo, which houses around 150,000 artifacts from the eras of Ancient Egyptian civilization. Aadmire the incredible treasures of the boy-king Tutankhamun and the examples of Ancient Egyptian art. Enjoy a traditional lunch in a local restaurant, before a transfer to Cairo Airport to take the flight in the evening to Luxor. Upon arrival, a representative will be waiting for you to take you to your hotel in Luxor for the night. Day 2: Hot Air Balloon & Luxor West Bank & Temple of Karnak Rise early in the morning for a spectacular hot air balloon ride over Luxor, and take in the stunning views. After landing, head to the West Bank of Luxor to visit the Valley of the Kings. Stroll around the complex and see the tombs and resting places of Egyptian kings such as Merneptah. Visit the Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, Stop by the Colossi of Memnon and see the Mortuary Temple of Amenhotep III. Visit the Temple of Karnak on the East Bank of Luxor, before heading to the cruise ship for an overnight stay on the River Nile. Day 3: Edfu and Kom Ombo Temples After breakfast on board, the guide will take you and a group of people on a horse-drawn carriage ride to Edfu. Enjoy a guided visit to the Temple of Horus. Enjoy with lunch and sail to your next destination Kom ombo. In the afternoon, visit Kom Ombo Temple. Your guide will take you with a group of people to learn about the temple . Return to the boat for dinner and free time. Day 4: Abu Simbel & Travel to Cairo Early in the morning, check out from your room, leave your bags in the reception, and visit the Abu Simbel temples with a group of people. Meet your guide at the temple and discover the twin temples of Ramesses II and Nefertari. After finishing the visit you will be dropped off at Aswan Airport for a flight to Cairo. Upon arrival, a representative will be waiting for you to take you to your hotel in Cairo for the night. Day 5: Alexandria Tour Enjoy a full day of exploring the historic city of Alexandria. Travel by a modern, air-conditioned car to Alexandria, and upon your arrival, first explore Kom El-Deka . Continue to the catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, followed by lunch in a local restaurant. Visit the Great Library of Alexandria in Alexandria, Egypt, which is based on one of the largest and most significant libraries of the ancient world. Finally explore the Citadel of Qaitbay, Finally, head back to Cairo to finish your multiday adventure.

Cruise to Luxor on a 3-day 2-night guided trip from Aswan with all meals and private cabin accommodation included. See the Abu Simbel Temple, Edfu Temple, and the jagged cliffs of Deir el-Bahari. Soar through the clouds on a hot air balloon and ride a horse-drawn carriage. Day 1: After pickup, head to the Abu Simbel Temple, generally considered the grandest and most beautiful of the temples commissioned during the reign of Ramesses II. Following a guided temple tour, board the cruise ship and set sail to the Kom Ombo Temple, unique due to its dedication to two different deities. Return to the ship for dinner as it continues sailing down the Nile. Day 2: After breakfast, visit the Edfu Temple by horse-drawn carriage. Discover one of the best-preserved shrines in Egypt, then return to the cruise ship. Day 3: Start your day with pickup from the cruise ship. Experience an unforgettable 45- to 80-minute hot air balloon flight at a height of over 1,500 feet in the sky. After landing, head to the west bank of Luxor to visit the Valley of the Kings, also known as the Valley of the Gates of the Kings. Head to the Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut. Located opposite the city of Luxor, it is considered to be a masterpiece of ancient architecture. Marvel at three massive terraces that rise above the desert floor and into the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari. Then, move to the Colossi of Memnon to see the mortuary temple of Amenhotep III. Sail on the Nile in a traditional felucca sailing boat to discover the beauty of Luxor. Relax with a drink as you soak up the scenery (drink costs not included). Next, go to Karnak Temple, one of the greatest examples of worship in history, dedicated to the god Amun, his wife, and their son to represent the Theban triad. Learn the ancient history behind this site and visit Luxor Temple before hotel drop-off.

In the early morning, you will be picked up from your hotel in Luxor, then you will be transferred by an air-conditioned private car to the Abu Simbel temple Upon arrival, You will find the tour guide waiting for you there, then enjoy the visit to the Abu Simbel Temple with a group, as the Abu Simbel Temple is among the most magnificent monuments in Egypt. The temple is famous for its four huge seated statues that adorn its façade. You will have enough time to explore the temple At the end of your wonderful day, enjoy having lunch in Aswan, then be transferred again to your hotel in Luxor

Day 1/ Our representative will pick you up from your hotel in Giza/Cairo to go on an adventure through the history of Egypt starting with Egypt's most important signature, The pyramids of Giza. Then, to the Egyptian Museum . Enjoy Egyptian Lunch in a local restaurant before you head to the airport to fly to Luxor where our driver will be waiting for you holding our sign . Then, the driver will take you to the hotel booked for you in Luxor for the overnight. Day 2/ Enjoy an early start for one of the best if not the best experience in Luxor, The hot air balloon ride. Our driver will pick you up from the reception to join a small group and take you to the hot air balloon ride airport. after the magical ride, your guide will be waiting for you along with the driver then Next, Head to the west bank of Luxor to visit The Valley of the Kings, also known as the Valley of the Gates of the Kings. Then, head to the Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut. Then, move to the colossi of Memnon . Then , The Karnak Temple, a massive temple complex to which dozens of pharaohs added their own constructions. After the unique adventure, the driver will drop you off back on the cruise . Day 3/ Early in the morning, our guide will pick you up from the reception to visit Edfu temple by a horse carriage. Then back to the cruise then, the ship starts sailing. upon arriving in Kom Ombo our guide will pick you up from the reception to visit one of the most unique temples in Egypt, the temple of Kom Ombo temple. Day 4/ Early in the morning, our driver will pick you up from the reception to visit the most beautiful temple in Egypt (kindly check out before you leave and leave your luggage in the reception). Relax in an air-conditioned vehicle and enjoy the car trip to The Great Temple of Abu Simbel . After the overwhelming visit to the temple, you'll be back on the ship where our representative will be waiting for you to take you to visit the Nubian village where you will enjoy an Egyptian Lunch. After the colorful visit, you'll be back to collect your luggage and then our driver will take you to the airport to fly to Cairo. When you arrive in Cairo our driver will be waiting for you holding our sign then, he will take you to the hotel booked for you in Cairo to enjoy your dinner and spend the night. Day 5/ Our representative will pick you up in the morning after enjoying breakfast at the hotel to visit one of the most beautiful and unique areas in Egypt, Old Cairo. (kindly check out before you leave and leave with your luggage) Starting the tour with The Great Mosque of Muhammad Ali Pasha, the Inner decoration of the mosque looks gorgeous . Moving to the next stop Salah El Din Citadel, one of the world's greatest monuments to medieval warfare. The last stop will be the Khan El-Khalili . After the unique visit, enjoy the Egyptian lunch in a local restaurant. and then our driver will drop you off at your hotel.

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Enjoy a daylight car trip to Luxor in a private, comfortable, air-conditioned car. After our representative picks you up from your hotel in Aswan, you’ll start your adventure on the way to Luxor. Your first stop will be Edfu to visit The Temple of Horus, one of the most impressive feats of construction completed during the Ptolemaic era and it’s one of the best places to visit to experience the audacious ambition of Egypt’s temple builders. Then relax in the car enjoy the road until you arrive at your second stop on the tour the temple of Kom Ombo, and what makes it so unique it’s that its double design meant that there were courts, halls, sanctuaries, and rooms duplicated for two sets of gods. And to learn more about it please pay all your attention to the private professional Egyptologist who is included in the two temples. Finally, You will be dropped off at your hotel in Luxor