Luxor is the primary point of departure for cruises along the Nile River. Having played a significant role in historic Egypt, Luxor is filled with endless remnants reminiscent of Egyptian rule. If you are fascinated by history, you will jump at your chance to explore ancient burial grounds, royal temples, tombs and ruins frozen in time, and more. In between an exciting day of taking in all that Luxor has to offer, you can find yourself enjoying some of the country’s local cuisine, complete with fresh pita bread. There are also restaurants that serve more familiar food, if you’re not much of a culinary adventurer.
CroisiEurope offers cruises from Luxor. Their brand new, 25-guest river ship, Jaz Royale features 7- and 10-night Egypt cruises. Among the port stops on these itineraries include Luxor, Aswan, and Cairo (on the 10-night voyages). A great time take a cruise from Luxor is between March and April or October or November, just outside of peak tourist season, but also with comfortable weather. Luxor’s hottest weather occurs between May and September, so it is advisable to avoid traveling during these months.
Some cruise lines that offer cruises departing from Luxor actually dock in the port city of Safaga, which is about a 3-hour drive from Luxor. This is a great option if you're looking to experience life along the Nile River, but onboard a luxury yacht filled with amenities, instead of a small river ship that focuses primarily on shore excursions and destinations.
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These are just a few of the more popular tourist attractions in Luxor, along with a brief description:
♦ Valley of Kings
If you have time before or after your cruise from Luxor, you definitely don’t want to miss out on touring this famous landmark. The Valley of Kings is an ancient burial ground containing 65 tombs of famous rulers, including Tutankhamun and Ramses VI (both of which have an additional cost to visit). Admission will get you into a small handful of tombs, as not all are available to visit. However, the tombs you can see are beautifully decorated with paintings, hieroglyphics, and artifacts, making a visit to this site a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.
♦ Ancient Temples
Ancient temples are the highlight of cruises from Luxor. Karnak Temple is the biggest and most popular temple you can visit in this city. Luxor Temple, surrounded by a row of Sphinxes, is another popular temple you can visit. To explore the temple of a Queen, Hatshepsut Temple is located near the Valley of Kings and is one of the most beautiful ones. Exploring these temples is a wonderful and exciting way to step back in time, learn about ancient Egyptian civilization, and witness some of the most breathtaking designs you might ever see.
♦ Felucca Rides
For something a little different while spending time in Luxor, you might consider experiencing a felucca ride. Feluccas are a special kind of sailboat that frequently sails on the Nile River and they’re the best seat in the house for viewing the sunset. Many river cruise lines offer felucca rides as an excursion, but there is also the option to book them independently.
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