Embark on a 5-star Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor and discover Egypt’s ancient highlights. Explore temples, tombs, and enjoy a hot-air balloon flight over Luxor’s West Bank.
Embark on a 5-star Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor and discover Egypt’s ancient highlights. Explore temples, tombs, and enjoy a hot-air balloon flight over Luxor’s West Bank.
Arrival Transfer to the Nile Cruise & Aswan Tours
Aswan Railway Station - An Egypt Best Tours licensed guide will warmly welcome and assist travelers at Aswan Airport, railway station, or hotel, facilitating a transfer by air-conditioned van to a luxurious 5-star Nile Cruise for check-in before lunch. Enjoy a delightful lunch on board. Note: If…
Arrival Transfer to the Nile Cruise & Aswan Tours
Aswan Railway Station - An Egypt Best Tours licensed guide will warmly welcome and assist travelers at Aswan Airport, railway station, or hotel, facilitating a transfer by air-conditioned van to a luxurious 5-star Nile Cruise for check-in before lunch. Enjoy a delightful lunch on board. Note: If arriving in Aswan early, the tour will commence immediately as cruise check-in is at 12:00.
Aswan High Dam - Begin the tour with a visit to the High Dam, completed in 1960 to safeguard Egypt from flooding and to generate electricity.
Temple of Philae - Continue to the Graeco-Roman Temple dedicated to the goddess Isis, accessed via a small motorboat. Return to the cruise for dinner, a folkloric show, and an overnight stay.
Abu Simbel Temples & Navigation to Kom Ombo Temple
Abu Simbel Temple Complex - At approximately 4:30 am, the guide will collect guests for a trip to Abu Simbel (in a small group). Arrive around 8 am to explore the remarkable rock-cut temples of Abu Simbel, designed uniquely for King Ramesses II and Queen Nefertari. The Egyptology guide will provide historical insights from outside the temples (no guiding inside). Spend about 90 minutes visiting the temple and capturing memorable photos before returning to Aswan. Return to the cruise around 1:30 pm for lunch and begin sailing towards Kom Ombo city.
Temple of Kom Ombo - Upon arrival in Kom Ombo, visit the dual temple dedicated to Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus, the falcon god. Return to the cruise for dinner and continue sailing to Edfu for an overnight stay.
Edfu Temple & Arrival in Luxor (Visit Luxor Temple)
Temple of Horus - After breakfast, enjoy a horse carriage ride with the tour guide to visit the Temple of Horus at Edfu, renowned as the most complete and best-preserved Egyptian temple. Return to the cruise and relax on deck, admiring the unique landscape and the beautiful scenery of the Nile River while sailing to Luxor. Cross Esna Lock. Lunch on board, followed by afternoon tea on the sundeck.
Luxor Temple - Late in the afternoon, upon docking, transfer to explore Luxor Temple on Luxor’s East Bank, showcasing ancient Egyptian, Christian, and Islamic features. Enjoy dinner on board and a belly dancing show. Overnight in Luxor. Note: If arriving at Luxor dock by 3:00 or 3:30 pm, there is an opportunity to visit both Karnak and Luxor Temples.
Balloon Ride, Luxor Tour & Departure Transfer
LUXOR HOT AIR BALLOON RIDES - (Optional Tour) Begin around 5:00 am (timing adjustable) for an extraordinary 30 to 45-minute hot air balloon flight over Luxor’s West Bank, offering a breathtaking aerial view of the landscape and famous landmarks. Witness the sunrise illuminating the open-air museum city of Luxor, with its magnificent temples and mountains below.
Valley of the Kings - After breakfast and check-out, embark on an unforgettable journey to the West Bank to visit the Valley of the Kings, where New Kingdom pharaohs carved their tombs into the mountains to conceal their treasures and protect their mummies.
Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el Bahari - Proceed to the Mortuary Temple of the renowned Queen Hatshepsut at El Deir El Bahari, exploring her stunning temple and intriguing story with her nephew. Conclude the West Bank tour with a photo stop at the colossal statues of Memnon. Optional lunch at a local restaurant.
Temple of Karnak - Return to the East Bank to visit the grand Karnak Temple, constructed over 2000 years and spanning approximately 63 acres. Capture stunning photos among its massive pillars and obelisks. Finally, transfer to Luxor Hotel, Airport, or Railway Station (around 3:00 to 4:00 pm).

- Small group tour to Abu Simbel with English-speaking guide
- 3 nights on a 5-star Nile Cruise, full board
- All transfers with A/C vehicle
- Extra fees for non-English guides (Spanish, Italian, French, etc.)
- Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Sightseeing as per itinerary; optional tours available at extra cost
- Professional English-speaking Egyptology tour guide
- Small group tour to Abu Simbel with English-speaking guide
- 3 nights on a 5-star Nile Cruise, full board
- All transfers with A/C vehicle
- Extra fees for non-English guides (Spanish, Italian, French, etc.)
- Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Sightseeing as per itinerary; optional tours available at extra cost
- Professional English-speaking Egyptology tour guide
- Any personal expenses like laundry etc.
- Water or Drinks on the cruise.
- Tipping to Guide, Drivers, cruise crew etc.
- Wifi on The cruise (with extra charge on the cruise) .
- Any personal expenses like laundry etc.
- Water or Drinks on the cruise.
- Tipping to Guide, Drivers, cruise crew etc.
- Wifi on The cruise (with extra charge on the cruise) .
Sail along the Nile River from Aswan to Luxor on a luxurious 5-star cruise, exploring the ancient wonders of the Upper Nile. Visit the Temple of Philae, Kom Ombo Temple, and the Valley of the Kings, where you can explore royal tombs and temples. Enjoy lively onboard entertainment throughout the journey. Experience one of Egypt’s most remarkable temples…
Sail along the Nile River from Aswan to Luxor on a luxurious 5-star cruise, exploring the ancient wonders of the Upper Nile. Visit the Temple of Philae, Kom Ombo Temple, and the Valley of the Kings, where you can explore royal tombs and temples. Enjoy lively onboard entertainment throughout the journey. Experience one of Egypt’s most remarkable temples by visiting Abu Simbel, located 285 km south of Aswan.
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Benefit from personalized service from your arrival in Aswan to your departure in Luxor.
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Meals and activities are included, simplifying logistics.
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5-star accommodations ensure a comfortable journey.
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The Abu Simbel experience offers more than standard trip itineraries.
- Cruise 5 Stars Standard Cruise if you would like to upgrade it like cruise in photos just let us know in advance
- Will be sharing with the small group during Busy times with max 6 more people
- Sometimes due to sailing conditions on the River Nile,Nile Cruises itineraries schedule and sailing time maybe updated.We assure that our clients will see all what is on their itineraries but maybe in different order.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.