Sail down one of the world’s most famous waterways as you discover top attractions in southern Egypt. During this 4-days cruise from Aswan to Luxor, you’ll disembark for guided visits to the region’s most iconic sites, including Abu Simbel, Edfu, Kom Ombo, the Valley of Kings, Karnak and Luxor Temples and Philae Temple.
Sail down one of the world’s most famous waterways as you discover top attractions in southern Egypt. During this 4-days cruise from Aswan to Luxor, you’ll disembark for guided visits to the region’s most iconic sites, including Abu Simbel, Edfu, Kom Ombo, the Valley of Kings, Karnak and Luxor Temples and Philae Temple.
Arrival and Transfer to Cruise Boat
Aswan - A licensed tour guide will warmly welcome and assist guests 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.
Aswan High Dam - Begin the tour with a visit to the…
Arrival and Transfer to Cruise Boat
Aswan - A licensed tour guide will warmly welcome and assist guests 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.
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 the journey to the Graeco-Roman Temple dedicated to the goddess Isis, accessed by a small motorboat. Return to the cruise for dinner, a folkloric show, and an overnight stay.
Abu Simbel Temple & Navigation to Kom Ombo Temple
Abu Simbel Temple Complex - At approximately 4:30 am, the guide will escort guests on a shared small group trip to Abu Simbel. Arrive around 8 am to explore the remarkable rock-cut temples of Abu Simbel, uniquely designed for King Ramses II and Queen Nefertari. Return to the cruise by noon for lunch and sail 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 & Arrive 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 stunning scenery of the Nile River while sailing to Luxor. Cross Esna Lock. Lunch on board, followed by afternoon tea on the sundeck.
Luxor Temple - In the late afternoon, arrive at the cruise dock and transfer to explore Luxor Temple on the East Bank of Luxor, showcasing ancient Egyptian, Christian, and Islamic features. Enjoy dinner on board with a belly dancing show and overnight in Luxor.
Note: If arrival at Luxor dock is by 3:00 or 3:30 pm, there is an opportunity to visit both Karnak and Luxor Temples.
Balloon Ride, Luxor Tour & Departure Transfer
Colossi of Memnon - Optional Tour (With Extra Charge):
Begin around 5:00 am with a pick-up for an extraordinary 30 to 45-minute hot air balloon flight over the West Bank of Luxor, offering a breathtaking aerial view of the landscape and famous landmarks. Witness the sunrise illuminating the sky of Luxor, the open-air museum city, over the magnificent temples and mountains below.
Valley of the Kings - Enjoy breakfast and check out to embark on an unforgettable day by traveling 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 beautiful temple and intriguing story with her nephew. Conclude the West Bank tour with a photo stop at the colossal statues of Memnon. Lunch at a local restaurant is optional.
Temple of Karnak - Return to the East Bank to visit the largest temple ever constructed, Karnak Temple, built over 2000 years and covering 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.

- Guided tour and visit to all mentioned sites and temples
- Tour Guide during all visits
- 03 nights’ accommodation on board 5* Nile cruise
- All transfers by A-C vehicles with qualified driver(s)
- Sharing a small group to Abu Simbel with English Speaking tour guide
- All local taxes and services
- Pick up and Drop off
- Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
- Guided tour and visit to all mentioned sites and temples
- Tour Guide during all visits
- 03 nights’ accommodation on board 5* Nile cruise
- All transfers by A-C vehicles with qualified driver(s)
- Sharing a small group to Abu Simbel with English Speaking tour guide
- All local taxes and services
- Pick up and Drop off
- Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
- All Entrance Fees (Around 50 US$ per person for all visits)
- Any other service not mentioned
- Tipping (Recommended)
- Hot Air Balloon ride over Luxor Sky
- All Entrance Fees (Around 50 US$ per person for all visits)
- Any other service not mentioned
- Tipping (Recommended)
- Hot Air Balloon ride over Luxor Sky
- Not recommended for people with Seasickness
- We can accommodate dietary needs such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc. If you have dietary requirements. Please kindly indicate it to the special requirements at the time of booking. “
- Not recommended for people with Seasickness
- We can accommodate dietary needs such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc. If you have dietary requirements. Please kindly indicate it to the special requirements at the time of booking. “
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.