Fortuna Nile experience

Aswan, Egypt

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Step into a living dream where the timeless rhythm of the Nile dictates the pace.

Duration

4 Nights

Max People

300

Min Age

14+

Pickup

Cruise

Overview

Embark on a timeless voyage through the heart of Egypt.
Your journey begins in Aswan, a city where Nubian and Egyptian cultures blend seamlessly amidst granite islands and sapphire waters.

As you sail north, you will follow the path of the Pharaohs, stopping at Kom Ombo to pay homage to the crocodile god, Sobek, and Edfu to visit the perfectly preserved home of Horus. The dream concludes in Luxor, the world’s greatest open-air museum, where massive temples and hidden royal tombs tell the story of a golden empire.

Tour Highlights

Aswan’s Cultural Fusion: Discover the unique mix of African and Mediterranean influences in Egypt’s sunniest city.
The Temple of the Two Gods: Explore the unique “Double Temple” of Kom Ombo, dedicated to Sobek the crocodile god and Horus the Elder.
Edfu by Carriage: Experience the thrill of a horse-drawn carriage ride to the Temple of Horus, one of the best-preserved ancient sites in the world.
The Valley of the Kings: Descend into the vibrantly painted underground tombs of the New Kingdom Pharaohs.
The Valley of the Kings: Descend into the vibrantly painted underground tombs of the New Kingdom Pharaohs.
Karnak’s Forest of Stone: Walk through the massive Hypostyle Hall, a feat of ancient engineering with 134 colossal columns.
5-Star Nile Navigation: Relax on the sun deck as the desert landscape glides by, watching life on the riverbanks unchanged for millennia.

Included/Excluded

4 Nights on a 5-Star Nile Cruise
All Private Transportation (A/C)
Professional Licensed Tour Guide
Entrance Fees to all listed sites
Bottled Water during tours

Tipping & Gratuities
Personal Expenses & Extra Meals
Optional Trips (Abu Simbel / Hot Air Balloon)

Tour Plan

Day 1 Arrival & The Spirit of Aswan

Embarkation: Meet our representative for a transfer to your 5-star Nile Cruise ship. Enjoy lunch on board.
Philae Temple: Visit the "Pearl of Egypt," a beautiful temple dedicated to the goddess Isis, reached by a short motorboat ride.
High Dam: Marvel at the modern engineering feat that tamed the Nile and created Lake Nasser.
Overnight: Aswan (Onboard).

Day 2 Abu Simbel & The Crocodile God

Free Morning: Optional early morning trip to the magnificent Abu Simbel Temples (extra charge).

Sailing to Kom Ombo: Enjoy a relaxing afternoon sailing north as the boat heads toward Kom Ombo.

Kom Ombo Temple: Visit the unique symmetrical temple of Sobek and Haroeris. Explore the Crocodile Museum to see mummified crocodiles that once lived in the Nile.

- Overnight: Sailing toward Edfu (Onboard).

Day 3 The Temple of Horus & Arrival in Luxor

Edfu Temple: Take a horse-drawn carriage to the Temple of Horus. Admire the towering pylons and the legendary battle scenes between Horus and Set carved into the walls.

Sailing to Luxor: Cross the Esna Lock—a fascinating experience where the ship is raised or lowered to a different water level.

Overnight: Luxor (Onboard).

Day 4 The Theban Necropolis & Luxor’s East Bank

West Bank Wonders: Visit the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatshepsut (Deir el-Bahari), and the towering Colossi of Memnon.

East Bank Grandeur: Explore the massive Karnak Temple Complex and the beautifully lit Luxor Temple in the heart of the city.

Overnight: Luxor (Onboard).

Day 5 Farewell to the Nile

Disembarkation: Enjoy your final breakfast on board.

Departure: Transfer to Luxor Airport or the Railway Station for your final departure.