Best 5 Days Sunrise Semiramis Nile Cruise Tour from Luxor
Overview
The Sunrise Semiramis Nile Cruise offers an unforgettable blend of relaxation, culture, excitement and adventure. This 5-day, 4-night amazing journey takes you through the heart of ancient Egypt — a floating experience that combines luxury and comfortable accommodation, delicious cuisine, and expert-guided tours of the most impressive temples and tombs along the Nile. Discover Egypt’s timeless and dazzling wonders as you glide along the legendary Nile River — from the stunning temples of Luxor and Karnak to the charming beauty of Philae Temple in Aswan. Don’t hesitate the opportunity to check the interesting Nile Cruise Tours on the Best Egypt Tour website.
Included
- 4 nights’ cosy accommodation on board the stunning Sunrise Semiramis Nile Cruise on a Full-board basis.
- Comfortable meet and assist service upon arrival and departure by Best Egypt Tour representatives.
- All your comfortable transfers will be organised by private air-conditioned vehicles.
- All your enjoyable sightseeing tours, as mentioned in the itinerary, will be private.
- A professional English-speaking Egyptologist guide will accompany you during the tours.
- Entrance fees to all the historical sites mentioned in the program.
- Any portage and service charges are included.
Excluded
- All international or domestic flights are excluded.
- You will buy your Entry visa to Egypt.
- Any optional tours or personal expenses are excluded.
- If you want to order any beverages during meals, you will pay for them.
- Tipping for the crew of the cruise, guide, and drivers is excluded.
Itinerary:
5 Days - Luxor / Aswan Every Saturday
Day 1 : Embarking to your cruise / Luxor tour
On your first day, you will be transferred by our representative from your hotel, train station, or airport to meet your guide and begin your tour at the Karnak Temple, one of the most famous monuments in this monument-rich city. Marvel at what makes this temple so impressive, featuring a massive court with over a hundred columns and walls inscribed with the carved symbols of ancient Egyptian victories. Next, continue along The Avenue of Sphinxes to the connected Luxor Temple, where major religious and royal events were held, and discover its marvelous architectural design alongside the great stories of Egyptian kings revealed in every inch. Finally, head back to your Nile cruise to relax and enjoy the activities on board.
Day 2 : west Bank of Luxor discovering
Get ready for another exciting experience as you discover the West Bank of Luxor, where your tour guide will lead you on a new adventure among timeless treasures. Your first stop is The Valley of the Kings, the chosen resting place for ancient Egyptian pharaohs, where kings, mummies, and riches were buried to aid them in the afterlife. Your second destination is the Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut, a magnificent structure built into the heart of the mountain, featuring grand terraces and walls that narrate her remarkable history. Next, visit the Colossi of Memnon, the towering statues of King Amenhotep III standing beneath the Luxor sky, which once guarded his massive funerary temple before its destruction. Finally, return to your cruise to relax and enjoy your overnight sailing toward Kom Ombo.
Day 3 : Kom-Ombo and Edfu tour
On your third day, embark on a unique tour to discover the Kom Ombo Temple, one of the rare ancient sanctuaries dedicated to two distinct deities, Horus and Sobek. Afterward, enjoy a delightful lunch on board your Nile cruise as you sail toward Edfu to explore the remarkable Edfu Temple. As the second-largest temple in Egypt, it features massive, highly detailed inscriptions across its walls and stunning column capitals shaped like plants, offering an architectural style unlike any other.
Day 4 : Aswan tour
As your Nile cruise glides past the beautiful islands along both banks of the river, you will finally arrive in Aswan. Begin your tour by visiting the Unfinished Obelisk, carved from the same brilliant red granite that originates from Aswan's ancient quarries. Your second destination is The High Dam of Egypt, known as the savior of Egypt, a monumental project that protected the country from excessive floodwaters and secured essential electricity for Egyptian industries. Afterward, experience a truly magical moment as you board a traditional boat to visit the island home of the Temple of Philae, where you can explore and hear the captivating story of the great Egyptian goddess Isis. Finally, return to your cruise to relax and enjoy your last overnight stay on board.
Day 5: Disembarkation day / Optional tour to Abu simple temples
Enjoy a final breakfast on your Nile cruise and get ready to check out. You also have a fantastic opportunity to add an optional excursion to the magnificent Abu Simbel Temples, built to glorify both Pharaoh Ramses II and his beloved Queen Nefertari. Finally, you will be transferred to the Aswan railway station or the Aswan airport to conclude your unforgettable journey.
| May - Sept | Oct - April | |
| Solo Traveller | $ 1055 | $ 1300 |
| Per Person in Double | $ 685 | $ 845 |
| Per Person in Triple | $ 650 | $ 800 |