3 night Nile Cruise From Aswan To Luxor including Abu Simbel

3.4 (5 reviews) Aswan, Egypt
Duration4 days
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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Overview

Sail down one of the world's most famous waterways and discover top attractions in southern Egypt on this multi-day cruise from Aswan to Luxor. Disembark for guided visits to iconic sites, including Kom Ombo, the Valley of the Kings, and Philae Temple. Enjoy tasty onboard meals and personalized pickup from the airport, train station, or your Aswan hotel. Begin with lunch on board, visit the Aswan High Dam, and take a boat to Philae Temple. Day two features an early visit to Abu Simbel Temples, a tour of Kom Ombo, and an overnight in Edfu. On day three, ride a horse-drawn carriage to the Temple of Horus, then cruise to Luxor with lunch and afternoon tea on board. After dinner, see Luxor Temple. Day four starts followed by tours of the Valley of the Kings, Temple of Hatshepsut, and Colossi of Memnon. Finish your tour at the airport, station, or your hotel.

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Accommodation

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Pickup included

What's included

  • Benefit from a meet and greet service upon arrival in Aswan for a smooth start to your adventure.
  • Guided Tours & Excursions
  • Comfortable Nile River Cruise: Offering scenic views and essential amenities.
  • You'll also be transferred back to your Luxor hotel, airport, train station at the end of the tour.
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Breakfast
  • All service charges & taxes
  • Meals start with lunch and end with breakfast day 4
  • Spacious Cabin
  • Convenient transfers are included upon arrival in Aswan, taking you to the cruise ship.
  • Pick up From Airport
  • Entrance fees
  • Tipping

What to expect

Day 1: Aswan
  1. Aswan
    Pass by
    licensed tour guide will meet and assist you at Aswan Airport, the railway station, or your hotel. You will then be transferred by an air-conditioned van to your 5-star Nile Cruise for check-in before lunch. Enjoy lunch on board.
  2. Aswan High Dam
    1h 30m · Admission ticket not included
    After lunch, start your tour by visiting the High Dam, completed in 1960 to protect Egypt from flooding and to generate electricity.
  3. Temple of Philae
    2h · Admission ticket not included
    Next, proceed to visit the Graeco-Roman Temple dedicated to the goddess Isis, accessible by a small motorboat. After exploring the temple, return to your cruise for dinner, a folkloric show, and an overnight stay.
Day 2: Abu Simbel Temple, Temple of Kom Ombo,
  1. Abu Simbel Temple
    8h · Admission ticket not included
    Around 4:30 AM, your guide will pick you up for a trip to Abu Simbel (sharing a small group). You will arrive around 8 AM to visit one of the most impressive sites in Egypt: the rock-cut temples of Abu Simbel, uniquely designed for King Ramesses II and his beloved Queen Nefertari. Return to the cruise by noon for lunch, then sail towards Kom Ombo.
  2. Kom Ombo Temple
    3h · Admission ticket not included
    Upon arrival in Kom Ombo, visit the dual temple dedicated to Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus, the falcon god. After the tour, return to the cruise for dinner and continue sailing to Edfu for an overnight stay.
Day 3: Temple of Horus, Luxor Temple
  1. Edfu Temple
    2h · Admission ticket not included
    After breakfast, enjoy a horse carriage ride with your tour guide to visit the Temple of Horus at Edfu, which is considered the most complete and best-preserved of all Egyptian temples. Return to the cruise and relax on deck, admiring the unique landscape and beautiful scenery of the Nile River while sailing to Luxor. Cross Esna Lock and have lunch on board, followed by afternoon tea on the sundeck.
  2. Luxor Temple
    2h · Admission ticket not included
    In the late afternoon, arrive at your cruise dock and transfer to visit Luxor Temple on the East Bank of Luxor, where ancient Egyptian, Christian, and Islamic features are exhibited. Return to the cruise for dinner. Overnight in Luxor. Note: If you arrive at the Luxor dock by 3:00 or 3:30 PM, there is a chance to visit both Karnak and Luxor Temples.
Day 4: Luxor Tour - departure transfer
  1. Valley of the Kings
    2h · Admission ticket not included
    After breakfast and check-out, start your unforgettable day by driving to the West Bank to visit the Valley of the Kings, where the pharaohs of the New Kingdom carved their tombs in the mountains to hide their treasures and protect their mummies
  2. Temple of Hatshepsut
    2h · Admission ticket not included
    Next, visit the Mortuary Temple of the famous Queen Hatshepsut at El Deir El Bahari. Discover her beautiful temple and her intriguing story with her nephew.
  3. Colossi of Memnon
    Pass by
    End your tour on the West Bank with a photo stop in front of the gigantic statues of Memnon
  4. The Karnak Temple
    2h · Admission ticket not included
    Return to the East Bank to visit Karnak Temple, the largest temple complex ever built, which was constructed over 2,000 years and covers an area of about 63 acres. Enjoy taking photos among its huge pillars and obelisks (Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes). Finally, transfer to your hotel, Luxor Airport, or the railway station around 3:00 to 4:00 PM.

Meeting and pickup

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Pickup details

Pick-up is available from anywhere you choose in Aswan

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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