Aswan
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Welcome to Aswan
On the northern end of the First Cataract and marking the country’s ancient southern frontier, Aswan has always been of great strategic importance. In ancient times it was a garrison town for the military campaigns against Nubia; its quarries provided the valuable granite used for so many sculptures and obelisks; and it was a prosperous marketplace at the crossroads of the ancient caravan routes. Today, slower than... Read More
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Aswan adventures
4-Day Nile River Cruise from Aswan to Luxor with Optional Private Guide
Enjoy the beautiful scenery as you cruise the Nile on a 4-day journey from Aswan to Luxor. Sightseeing, entrance fees and meals are included on this luxuriously relaxing cruise on Egypt's famous river. Upgrade to a private guided tour and plan a more personal itinerary with a qualified Egyptologist guide.
8-Day Nile River Cruise from Aswan Including Luxor and Optional Private Guide
Spend eight days relaxing on a leisurely Nile River cruise from Aswan to Luxor and explore the historic temples, tombs and relics of the the Upper Nile, described as the greatest outdoor museum in the world!
Three Night Nile Cruise from Aswan
Sail the Nile River while on board a luxuries Nile Cruise and enjoy the scenery of the Nile River Banks that has remained intact since the time of the Pharaohs. This tour includes sightseeing in Luxor (Karnak and Luxor temples, temple of Queen Hatshepsut, Colossi of Memnon), Kim Ombo temple, Edfu temple, and in Aswan Philae temple and High Dam. The Cruise is on full board basis including breakfast lunch and dinner as well as entertainment like Galabiya party and folklore show.
3 Night 4 Day Nile Cruise Aswan to Luxor- Luxury 5 stars Cruise with private tour guide
Join a 4 day, 3 night cruise trip from Aswan to Luxor on the majestic Nile River. It is your time to relax and see all major sites in upper Egypt such as the High Dam, Philae temple in Aswan, The Temple of Horus in Edfu and the tombs in the great valley of the kings in the West bank of Luxor.
7-Night 5-Star Nile Cruise Round Trip from Aswan
Enjoy this cruise round trip on the majestic Nile River. Guarantee yourself and your loved ones the chance of fantastic extra features! Apart from an international food buffet on board your ship that will make you feel right at home, you will also have the chance to see all major sites in between Aswan and Luxor such as the High Dam, Philae Temple in Aswan, Temple of Horus in Edfu and the tombs in the great Valley of the Kings in the West Bank of Luxor.
4 Night Trip to Aswan, Felucca and Luxor by Felucca
Traveling down the Nile by felucca is a 'must-do' in Egypt. Stay one night in Aswan explore Aswan visit Philila and the Highdm, then ride a felucca for two nights! Visit Kom Ombo Edfu along the way. Then stay another night in Luxor and visa Luxor temple. The sun setting across the Nile in the evening aboard a graceful felucca can't be beaten!