5 Days 4 Nights Nile Cruise From Luxor to Aswan

Luxor, Egypt
Duration5 days
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

This 5-day Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan is the most elegant and comfortable way to explore Egypt’s ancient wonders. You’ll visit world-famous landmarks including Karnak, Luxor, Hatshepsut, Valley of the Kings, Edfu, Kom Ombo, and Philae Temples, while sailing in luxury aboard a 5-star ship. Unlike traditional tours, this experience lets you enjoy sunset views, onboard entertainment, and fine dining as you drift down the Nile — just as ancient travelers once did. With an expert Egyptologist guide, all meals included, and seamless transfers, this journey combines adventure, comfort, and history into an unforgettable experience.

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Pickup included

What's included

  • Hotel or airport pickup in Luxor and drop-off in Aswan
  • All transfers in private air-conditioned vehicles
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • English-speaking guide
  • All Nile Cruise sightseeing tours as per the itinerary
  • Breakfast
  • 4-night accommodation on Nile Cruise (full board)
  • Entar fees (if selected)
  • All meals on board (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
  • Gratuities
  • Personal expenses

What to expect

Day 1: Luxor Sightseeing East Bank Tour
  1. Luxor
    30m
    Upon arrival in Luxor, you will be welcomed and transferred to your luxurious Nile cruise ship to check in and enjoy lunch on board. After settling in, begin your guided tour of Luxor’s East Bank
  2. The Karnak Temple
    2h · Admission ticket not included
    Meet your Egyptologist guide and begin exploring the Karnak Temple Complex, one of the world’s largest religious sites, dedicated to Amun-Ra.
  3. Luxor Temple
    2h · Admission ticket not included
    Then visit the elegant Luxor Temple, linked to Karnak by the Avenue of Sphinxes.
  4. Luxor
    Pass by
    Afterward, board your cruise ship, check into your cabin, and enjoy lunch, dinner, and entertainment onboard, overnight in Luxor.
Day 2: West Bank Tour – Sail to Esna
  1. Valley of the Kings
    2h · Admission ticket not included
    After breakfast, explore Luxor’s West Bank, starting with the Valley of the Kings, where Egypt’s pharaohs were buried in richly decorated tombs.
  2. Temple of Hatshepsut
    2h · Admission ticket not included
    Visit the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, a striking monument to Egypt’s first female ruler
  3. Colossi of Memnon
    30m
    Stop by the Colossi of Memnon, two massive stone statues that once guarded the entrance to Thebes.
  4. Esna Lock
    Pass by
    Return to your cruise for lunch and sail through the Esna Lock toward Edfu. Overnight on board.
Day 3: Edfu – Kom Ombo
  1. Edfu Temple
    2h · Admission ticket not included
    After breakfast, visit the Temple of Horus in Edfu, one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt, known for its towering pylons and fascinating hieroglyphs.
  2. Kom Ombo Temple
    2h · Admission ticket not included
    Sail south to Kom Ombo, where you’ll visit the Temple of Sobek and Horus, uniquely dedicated to two gods and famous for its symmetry—dinner and overnight on board.
  3. Aswan
    Pass by
    Enjoy dinner and entertainment aboard your cruise as you continue toward Aswan.
Day 4: Aswan Sightseeing
  1. Aswan High Dam
    1h · Admission ticket not included
    After breakfast, visit the highlights of Aswan, including the impressive High Dam, a modern engineering masterpiece
  2. Unfinished Obelisk
    30m · Admission ticket not included
    The Unfinished Obelisk, which demonstrates the ancient stone-cutting techniques.
  3. Temple of Philae
    2h · Admission ticket not included
    Continue by motorboat to the Temple of Philae, dedicated to the goddess Isis, located beautifully on Agilkia Island.
  4. Pass by
    Enjoy lunch, relax on the sundeck, and take in the tranquil scenery as your cruise anchors in Aswan for the night.
Day 5: Optional Abu Simbel Tour
  1. Aswan
    Pass by
    After breakfast, disembark from your cruise. You may choose an optional excursion to the magnificent Abu Simbel Temples, built by Ramses II and relocated to save them from the rising waters of Lake Nasser. After the tour, transfer to your hotel or Aswan Airport.

    This 5-day Nile cruise offers the perfect balance of exploration and relaxation — the ultimate way to experience the timeless beauty of Egypt.

Meeting and pickup

End point
Pickup details

Pickup point: Your hotel in Luxor or Luxor Airport

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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