5 Days
Daily Tour
10 people
English
About this tour
This 5-Day Luxor to Aswan Nile Cruise is one of the most unforgettable journeys in Egypt, combining timeless history with the romance of the river.
Your adventure begins in Luxor, the city of pharaohs. On the East Bank, the Karnak Temple Complex showcases the devotion of generations of kings, while the Luxor Temple glows golden as the sun sets. On the West Bank, the Valley of the Kings reveals painted tombs where pharaohs prepared for eternity, and the Temple of Hatshepsut stands as a tribute to Egypt’s greatest queen.
From Luxor, your luxury cruise sails the Nile at a relaxed pace. Along the way, you’ll stop at Edfu Temple, dedicated to Horus the falcon god, and Kom Ombo, a riverside temple where Sobek and Horus shared devotion.
The journey concludes in Aswan, where the graceful Philae Temple rests on its island, and the Nile flows wide and serene. An optional visit to Abu Simbel, the colossal masterpiece of Ramses II, can be the crowning finale to your journey.
Between excursions, you’ll enjoy life onboard: sunbathing on deck, sipping afternoon tea as palm groves drift by, and watching sunsets that paint the river in gold. This Luxor to Aswan Nile Cruise blends history, culture, and relaxation into one seamless journey.
Highlights
- Begin in Luxor, exploring Karnak & Luxor Temples
- Visit the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple & Colossi of Memnon
- Sail the Nile aboard a 5★ luxury cruise with full-board service
- Stop at Edfu Temple and the dual sanctuary of Kom Ombo
- Discover Philae Temple, Aswan High Dam & the Unfinished Obelisk
- Optional excursion to Abu Simbel, a UNESCO World Heritage site
Included/Excluded
- 4 nights on a 5★ luxury Nile cruise (full board: breakfast, lunch & dinner)
- Domestic flights or private transfers to Luxor & from Aswan
- Private air-conditioned vehicles for all tours & transfers
- Licensed Egyptologist guide throughout the cruise
- Entrance fees to all mentioned sites
- Daily bottled water during tours
- All service charges & taxes
- International flights
- Egypt entry visa
- Optional activities (Abu Simbel excursion, hot air balloon ride in Luxor)
- Gratuities (tipping)
- Personal expenses
Itinerary
Arrive in Luxor and board your 5★ Nile cruise ship. After lunch onboard, explore the East Bank of Luxor. Walk through the grand Karnak Temple Complex, with its Avenue of Sphinxes and towering Hypostyle Hall of 134 columns. Continue to the elegant Luxor Temple, beautifully illuminated in the evening. Return to the ship for dinner as your journey on the Nile begins.
🚢 Overnight on Nile Cruise in Luxor
🍴 Meals: Lunch & Dinner
This morning, cross the Nile to the West Bank, where pharaohs were laid to rest in the Valley of the Kings. Step into tombs decorated with vibrant hieroglyphs that tell stories of the afterlife. Visit the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, carved dramatically into the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari, and stop at the Colossi of Memnon, two massive statues that have guarded Luxor for millennia. Return to your ship as it sets sail toward Edfu.
🚢 Overnight on Nile Cruise
🍴 Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Arrive in Edfu, where a horse-drawn carriage takes you to the Temple of Horus, one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt. Later, continue sailing to Kom Ombo, a unique temple dedicated to two gods — Sobek the crocodile god and Horus the Elder. Return to the ship and enjoy the beauty of the Nile at sunset, sipping tea on deck as the river flows by.
🚢 Overnight on Nile Cruise
🍴 Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Sail into Aswan, Egypt’s southern jewel. Begin with the mighty High Dam, then visit the Unfinished Obelisk, still lying in its granite quarry. Continue by boat to Philae Temple, a romantic island sanctuary dedicated to Isis, goddess of love. In the afternoon, enjoy a peaceful felucca ride around Aswan’s islands.
🚢 Overnight on Nile Cruise in Aswan
🍴 Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
After breakfast, you may join an optional excursion to Abu Simbel, where the colossal temples of Ramses II and Queen Nefertari stand carved into the cliffs — one of Egypt’s most awe-inspiring monuments. Later, transfer to Aswan Airport for your flight to Cairo or onward destination.
🍴 Meals: Breakfast
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Frequently asked questions
Accommodation on a 5★ cruise (full board), domestic flights or transfers, Egyptologist guide, entrance fees, and daily tours.
Yes. An optional excursion from Aswan to Abu Simbel can be arranged.
Five days and four nights, sailing from Luxor to Aswan with guided stops.
No, but a sunrise hot air balloon ride over Luxor’s West Bank can be added as an optional activity.
Prices start from $1,650 per person, based on double occupancy.
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Bulk discount (by Percent)
Bulk discount adult
| # | Discount group | From adult | To adult | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Small Group (3-6) | 3 | 6 | 15% |
| 2 | Medium Group (7-10) | 7 | 10 | 20% |
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