Must see
Abu Simbel Day Trip from Aswan
An early drive through the desert to the rock temples of Ramses II and Queen Nefertari, back in Aswan for lunch.
From$115 / person
Hot Offer: Aswan to Luxor Nile Cruise with Abu Simbel and Balloon, 3 Nights
Three nights sailing from Aswan to Luxor on a 5-star ship, with the Abu Simbel trip and a sunrise balloon flight over Luxor already included.
Highlights
- Philae Temple
- High Dam & Unfinished Obelisk
- Felucca in Aswan
- Great Temple of Ramses II
- Temple of Nefertari
- Kom Ombo Temple
- Temple of Horus, Edfu
- Karnak & Luxor Temple
- 45-minute balloon flight
- Valley of the Kings
- Hatshepsut Temple
Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor with Abu Simbel and balloon: itinerary
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Day 1
Aswan · Embark
Board for lunch. Visit the High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk and Philae Temple, then a felucca sail at sunset. Overnight in Aswan.
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Day 2
Abu Simbel · Kom Ombo
Early drive to Abu Simbel for the Great Temple of Ramses II and the Temple of Nefertari, then back to the ship. Sail north to Kom Ombo for its double temple, then on to Edfu.
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Day 3
Edfu · Luxor
Morning visit to the Temple of Horus at Edfu, then sail through the Esna lock to Luxor. Evening at Karnak and Luxor Temple.
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Day 4
Balloon · Luxor West Bank · Disembark
Sunrise balloon flight over the West Bank. Back on board for breakfast and check-out, then the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut's temple and the Colossi of Memnon before your transfer.
Included
- Cabin with Nile view, private bathroom and air conditioning
- Full board on the ship: breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Sightseeing as listed with a private Egyptologist guide
- Entrance fees to all the sites in the itinerary
- Transfers from your hotel, the airport or the train station in Luxor or Aswan
- All service charges and taxes
- Abu Simbel trip from Aswan by private air-conditioned vehicle, with guide and entrance fees
- 45-minute sunrise balloon flight over Luxor, with transfers
Not included
- Flights or train to Luxor and Aswan
- Drinks on board
- Tips for the crew and guide
- Egypt entry visa
Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor with Abu Simbel and balloon: questions and answers
How long is the Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor with Abu Simbel and balloon?
4 days · 3 nights, sailing from Aswan to Luxor.
How much does the Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor with Abu Simbel and balloon cost?
From $935 per person, sharing a double cabin. The final price depends on the date and cabin; we confirm it in writing before you book.
What is included?
Cabin with Nile view, private bathroom and air conditioning. Full board on the ship: breakfast, lunch and dinner. Sightseeing as listed with a private Egyptologist guide. Entrance fees to all the sites in the itinerary. Transfers from your hotel, the airport or the train station in Luxor or Aswan. All service charges and taxes. Abu Simbel trip from Aswan by private air-conditioned vehicle, with guide and entrance fees. 45-minute sunrise balloon flight over Luxor, with transfers.
What is not included?
Flights or train to Luxor and Aswan. Drinks on board. Tips for the crew and guide. Egypt entry visa.
Where does the cruise start?
Your hotel, Aswan airport or train station.
When does it depart?
Monday, Wednesday and Friday from Aswan. Other days at a separate price.
What will I see?
Philae Temple, High Dam & Unfinished Obelisk, Felucca in Aswan, Great Temple of Ramses II, Temple of Nefertari, Kom Ombo Temple, Temple of Horus, Edfu, Karnak & Luxor Temple, 45-minute balloon flight, Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple.
Add a day tour
All day toursBefore or after your cruise
Must see
Sunrise
Luxor Hot Air Balloon at Sunrise
About 45 minutes over the West Bank temples, the Valley of the Kings and the green fields as the sun rises. Hotel pick-up before dawn.
From$95 / person
Both banks
Luxor East & West Bank in One Day
All of Luxor's highlights in a day: the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut and the Colossi in the morning, Karnak and Luxor Temple after lunch.
From$125 / person