| Duration |
5 Days / Nights |
|---|---|
| Tour Location |
Aswan / Kom Ombo / Edfu / Luxor |
| Tour Type |
Daily Tour |
| Pickup |
Your Hotel in Soma Bay |
The 5 Day Nile Cruise from Soma Bay is a 5-day, 4-night excursion that departs from your Soma Bay hotel by private car to Luxor, where you board a 5-star Nile cruise ship that sails to Aswan before returning you to Soma Bay by train and car. It is the only multi-day Nile cruise product in this sub-silo, covering Luxor and Aswan by ship rather than by road.
A private, air-conditioned car collects you from your Soma Bay hotel and drives to Luxor, where Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple come first before you check into your cruise ship for the night. The ship then sails toward Edfu, with a stop on Luxor’s West Bank for the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatshepsut, and the Colossi of Memnon along the way. Edfu Temple and Kom Ombo Temple follow on day three, then Aswan’s High Dam, Unfinished Obelisk, and Philae Temple on day four. On the final day, you disembark in Aswan, take the train back to Luxor, and transfer by car to your Soma Bay hotel.
No other Soma Bay excursion covers the Luxor-to-Aswan temple corridor from the deck of a cruise ship rather than a coach or private car. For more like it, explore the Soma Bay day trips.
Only on this route
The only multi-day excursion from Soma Bay that reaches Luxor and Aswan aboard a 5-star Nile cruise ship rather than by road, combining Karnak Temple, the Valley of the Kings, Edfu Temple, Kom Ombo Temple, and Philae Temple in one sailing itinerary.
A private, air-conditioned car picks you up from your Soma Bay hotel for the drive to Luxor, where this Nile cruise from Soma Bay begins with your expert guide waiting on arrival.
You walk through Karnak Temple Complex, one of the largest temple complexes ever built, its construction spanning more than 4,000 years across multiple pharaohs and gods.
Your guide leads you to Luxor Temple in the afternoon, its entrance lined with sphinxes and its sandstone halls built up by successive pharaohs over several centuries.
You will spend the night on board your cruise ship as it continues sailing towards your next destination.
Lunch and Dinner
Breakfast is served on board before your guide takes you ashore by air-conditioned car to Luxor's West Bank, where this luxor to aswan package continues into the Valley of the Kings.
After breakfast, take an air-conditioned car to Luxor's West Bank with your expert guide. Visit the legendary Valley of the Kings and Queens, home to Egypt’s famous pharaohs, including King Tutankhamun. Explore the ornate tombs and learn about ancient Egyptian beliefs on death and the afterlife.
Next, visit the Temple of Hatshepsut, one of Egypt's most unique and well-preserved temples. This temple was built by Queen Hatshepsut, who was one of the few female rulers in ancient Egypt. Marvel at its impressive architecture and learn about this powerful queen's reign.
Next on the itinerary is a visit to the Colossi of Memnon, two massive statues that once guarded the entrance to Amenhotep III's mortuary temple. These impressive structures are over 3,400 years old and stand around 60 feet tall. Learn about their history and see them up close for some incredible photo opportunities.
Back on board, lunch and a live-entertainment dinner are served as the ship sails overnight toward Edfu.
Spend the night on your Nile cruise ship and wake up to breathtaking views of the river.
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Breakfast on board comes with Nile views as the ship approaches Edfu, where this leg of the Nile River cruise focuses on two temples dedicated to different gods.
Arrive at the Temple of Edfu, one of the best-preserved ancient temples in Egypt. Dedicated to the falcon god Horus, this temple is a must-see for its grand architecture and intricate carvings.
Continue your journey to Kom Ombo and visit the unique Temple of Kom Ombo. This temple is dedicated to both the crocodile god Sobek and the falcon god Horus, making it a fascinating blend of two different religions.
As you sail down the Nile, take in the stunning scenery and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere. Your cruise ship offers comfortable accommodations and various amenities to ensure a relaxing and enjoyable journey.
Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Breakfast on board precedes a full day exploring Aswan, where the ship has now completed its sail from Luxor.
Your first stop will be the High Dam, one of the most impressive engineering feats in Egypt. This massive dam was built to control the annual flooding of the Nile and provide electricity for millions of people.
Next, visit the Unfinished Obelisk, an incredible ancient monument that was never completed. Marvel at its massive size and imagine how it would have been transported and erected.
It is a stunning temple dedicated to the goddess Isis. Walk through its impressive halls and learn about its rich history and mythology.
As the sun sets over the Nile, settle into your cabin on the cruise ship. Relax as you drift along the river, surrounded by ancient temples and stunning landscapes.
Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
After a final breakfast on board, you check out and disembark in Aswan to complete this 5 day nile cruise package from Soma Bay.
From Aswan, you will take a train back to Luxor. This scenic journey will allow you to see even more of the beautiful Egyptian countryside.
Upon arrival in Luxor, you will be transferred back to Soma Bay. Relax and reflect on your incredible trip as you make your way back to your resort.
The tour includes a private car transfer between Soma Bay and Luxor, 4 nights aboard a 5-star Nile cruise ship on full board, a private Egyptologist guide, and a train ticket from Aswan back to Luxor. Entrance fees are covered at every site listed in the itinerary, from Karnak Temple to Philae Temple.
It is the only Soma Bay excursion that covers the Luxor-to-Aswan temple route aboard a cruise ship rather than by road. If you'd rather see Cairo and Luxor together over 2 days by land, see our Cairo and Luxor 2-day trip tour.
This tour covers Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple on day one, the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatshepsut, and the Colossi of Memnon on day two, Edfu Temple and Kom Ombo Temple on day three, and the High Dam, Unfinished Obelisk, and Philae Temple in Aswan on day four. For a different multi-city itinerary from Soma Bay, see our Cairo and Alexandria from Soma Bay tour.
This multi-day Nile cruise runs 5 days and 4 nights, starting with a private car pickup from your Soma Bay hotel for the drive to Luxor. It ends with disembarkation in Aswan, a train ride to Luxor, and a private car transfer back to your Soma Bay hotel.
Yes, a private, air-conditioned car handles the Soma Bay Luxor transfer in both directions; the cruise ship covers the sail between Luxor and Aswan, and a private Egyptologist guide accompanies all shore excursions. The return leg from Aswan to Luxor is by train.
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