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Sail the Nile between Aswan and Luxor on a three-night cruise that pairs onboard comfort with guided visits to Abu Simbel, Philae, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Karnak and the Valley of the Kings. Includes overnight trains to/from Cairo, full board meals, and Egyptology-led tours.
Sail the Nile between Aswan and Luxor on a three-night cruise that pairs onboard comfort with guided visits to Abu Simbel, Philae, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Karnak and the Valley of the Kings. Includes overnight trains to/from Cairo, full board meals, and Egyptology-led tours.
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Operated by Mody Egypt Tours · Aswan, Aswan Governorate
Steam of warm air lifts off the black water as the cruise eases away from Aswan at first light. On deck, the river narrows between low, ochre cliffs and clustered Nubian houses; fishermen in small boats cut across the ship’s wake while date palms punctuate the shore. The pace is deliberate—meals, an afternoon dip in the pool, and guided walks ashore to temples older than most nation-states.
easy.
4–6 days.
Light fitness — able to walk short uphill sections and climb stairs repeatedly over several days
Yes — this itinerary includes return first-class train tickets between Cairo and Aswan/Luxor as specified; confirm carriage class at booking.
Admissions for the major sites mentioned in the itinerary are generally included, but always confirm which monuments require additional local fees on the day of visit.
The cruise itself is comfortable, but many temple sites have stairs, narrow passages and uneven surfaces; travelers with mobility issues should notify the operator in advance for assistance and plan for limited access in some areas.
Carry Egyptian pounds for small purchases and tipping; modest gratuities for guides, drivers and cabin staff are customary (ask your guide for recommended amounts).
This corridor of the Nile hosted continuous settlement from ancient Egyptian pharaonic centers to rich Ptolemaic and Roman additions; many temples were relocated or raised during the Aswan High Dam project in the 20th century.
Tourism here strains water and local sites; choose operators who manage waste, support local communities, and follow rules that limit touching monuments and feeding wildlife.
Mody Egypt Tours operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
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