From Luxor: 3-Day Nile Cruise to Aswan with Balloon Ride

Day 1 Our representative will pick you up from your accommodation in Luxor early in the morning, usually around 4:00 AM. to go on the magical ride of the hot air balloon. Immerse yourself in the beauty of Luxor from a unique and dreamy view. After the ride your private Egyptologist will be waiting for you along with the private driver to explore the spectacular city of Luxor, starting with the West Bank and the Valley of the Kings. In a world governed by the rules of the afterlife, ancient Egyptians gave much importance to their burial places. Looking like a boring, rocky gorge from the outside, the Valley of the Pharaohs hides its gold and charm underneath. Upon arrival, be rewarded with its awe-inspiring inscriptions and astonishing chambers. Be one of them, and tour the Valley of the Kings. Moving to the next site, the Temple of Hatshepsut, the inscriptions on the walls of the temple express the story of Queen Hatshepsut's birth story and her trade trips to Punt, now known as the modern state of Somalia or the Arabian Peninsula. The next stop will be the massive colossi of Memnon, enjoy taking many amazing and fun pictures with friends and family.  Head to the East Bank to visit the biggest temple in Egypt, Karnak Temple, which is home to three main temples, several smaller enclosed temples, and several outer temples, combining the achievements of many generations of ancient builders over 1500 years. After a long journey in Luxor, enjoy your lunch on the cruise ship booked for you and start sailing up to Edfu. Relax and enjoy the luxury life on a 5-star cruise ship. Day 2 In the morning after enjoying breakfast onboard, our guide will pick you up from the reception to visit the hidden gem in Edfu, Horus Temple. It represents a lost art that showcases the true spirit of the ancient Egyptian civilization from the perspective of the Ptolemaic dynasty.    Then back to the cruise continuing the sailing until you reach Kom Ombo where our guide will be waiting for you.    The guide will pick you up from the reception to visit the unique temple of Kom Ombo. It is a double temple, dedicated to Sobek the crocodile god, and Horus the falcon-headed god. The layout combines two temples in one with each side having its gateways and chapels.   Head back again to the ship to enjoy the sailing. Relax and get ready for the early pickup the next morning (pickup for Abu Simbel is usually around 4:00 AM).   Day 3 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, Dedicated to the Ancient Egyptian gods Amun, Ra-Horakhty, Ptah, and Ramesses himself. They are considered to be the most beautiful of the temples commissioned during the Pharaoh's reign. After exploring the beautiful temple of Abu Simbel our driver will take you back on the ship to collect your luggage before he drops you off at your accommodation in Aswan safe and sound.