Nile Valley Culinary Expedition: Luxor and Aswan (4 Days)

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Embark on the 4-day Nile Valley Culinary Expedition! Travel in luxury on a 3-Night Nile Cruise between Luxor and Aswan. Discover the Valley of the Kings, Philae Temple, and indulge in unique Nubian and Upper Egyptian cuisine along the way.

Highlights:

Culinary Expedition: A 4-day journey focused on the authentic flavors and historical sites of Upper Egypt and Nubia.
Iconic Travel: Experience the Nile Valley with a scenic 3-Night Nile Cruise (Luxor to Aswan or vice versa).
Historical Wonders: Explore the magnificent temples of Karnak, Luxor, Edfu, Kom Ombo, and the Valley of the Kings.
Regional Flavors: Indulge in traditional Upper Egyptian (Sa’idi) cuisine, specialized Nile Fish dishes, and unique Nubian spices and food in Aswan.
Comfort & Luxury: Full-board accommodation and expert guidance throughout the expedition.

Itinerary:

My Egypt Travel invites you on a 4-day Nile Valley Culinary Expedition, combining the grandeur of ancient pharaonic sites with a fascinating journey through the regional tastes and traditions of Upper Egypt.

Day 1: Luxor Arrival & East Bank Flavors

Time Segment	Activities	Dessert/Food Focus
Morning	Arrival & Check-in: Meet and assist upon arrival at Luxor Airport/Train Station. Transfer to your Nile Cruise ship.
Mid-day	Lunch: Lunch served onboard the ship.	Cruise Buffet Lunch
Afternoon	East Bank Exploration: Visit the magnificent Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple.	Local Snacks: Fresh dates or sugar cane.
Evening	Welcome Dinner: Cruise welcome dinner. Optional evening market stroll in Luxor.	Upper Egyptian Welcome Dinner (Classic Egyptian staples).
Accommodation	Overnight stay onboard Nile Cruise (Full Board).

Day 2: West Bank History & Sailing Delights

Time Segment	Activities	Dessert/Food Focus
Morning	West Bank Exploration: Visit the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, and the Colossi of Memnon.
Mid-day	Lunch: Lunch served onboard while the cruise begins sailing south.	Cruise Buffet Lunch
Afternoon	Nile Sailing: Relax and enjoy the scenic views as the ship sails toward Edfu.	Afternoon Tea/Coffee
Evening	Captain’s Reception & Dinner: Formal dinner followed by evening entertainment (e.g., Galabeya Party or Belly Dance show).	Gala Dinner (International & Egyptian cuisine).
Accommodation	Overnight stay onboard Nile Cruise (Full Board).

Day 3: Temples, Spice Routes & Nubian Flavors

Time Segment	Activities	Dessert/Food Focus
Morning	Edfu Temple: Visit the Ptolemaic Temple of Edfu (dedicated to Horus) via horse-drawn carriage.
Mid-day	Kom Ombo: Visit the unique double temple of Kom Ombo (dedicated to Sobek and Haroeris).	Nile Fish Specialty Lunch (Freshly prepared Nile fish dish).
Afternoon	Sailing to Aswan: Continue sailing to Aswan, passing through scenic Nubian landscapes.	Cooking Demonstration (Learning local recipes).
Evening	Aswan’s Nubian Hospitality: Experience the unique flavors of the Nubian region.	Nubian Dinner (Featuring regional spices and dishes like Gorraasa).
Accommodation	Overnight stay onboard Nile Cruise (Full Board).

Day 4: Aswan Wonders & Departure

Time Segment	Activities	Dessert/Food Focus
Morning	Aswan Landmarks: Visit the Aswan High Dam and the beautiful Philae Temple (moved to Agilika Island).
Mid-day	Aswan Souk & Lunch: Explore the famous Aswan Souk for spices and perfumes. Check-out from the cruise ship.	Local Aswan Lunch (Final regional specialty).
Afternoon	Transfer: Transfer to Aswan Airport/Train Station for final departure.
Evening	Departure.
Accommodation	Final Day (No accommodation).

Included:

3 Nights’ Accommodation onboard a 5-star Nile Cruise (Full Board basis).
All ground transfers in private, air-conditioned vehicle.
Expert local Egyptologist guide for 4 days.
All entrance fees to the mentioned historical sites.
All specified Lunches, Dinners, and Local Food Tastings (as per itinerary).
All taxes and service charges.

Excluded:

International flights.
Tipping (recommended).
Drinks/Beverages on the cruise (unless specified).
Personal expenses.

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