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
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Aswan to Luxor Nile Cruise, 3 Nights
The same temples in one less night, sailing downstream on a 5-star ship. Good if you're adding Cairo or the Red Sea to your trip.
Highlights
- Philae Temple
- High Dam & Unfinished Obelisk
- Felucca in Aswan
- Kom Ombo Temple
- Temple of Horus, Edfu
- Karnak & Luxor Temple
- Valley of the Kings
- Hatshepsut Temple
Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor: 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
Kom Ombo · Edfu
Optional early trip to Abu Simbel. 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
Luxor West Bank · Disembark
Check out after breakfast and visit 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
Not included
- Flights or train to Luxor and Aswan
- Drinks on board
- Optional tours such as Abu Simbel or the Luxor balloon
- Tips for the crew and guide
- Egypt entry visa
Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor: questions and answers
How long is the Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor?
4 days · 3 nights, sailing from Aswan to Luxor.
How much does the Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor cost?
From $430 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.
What is not included?
Flights or train to Luxor and Aswan. Drinks on board. Optional tours such as Abu Simbel or the Luxor balloon. 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?
Weekly departures from Aswan.
What will I see?
Philae Temple, High Dam & Unfinished Obelisk, Felucca in Aswan, Kom Ombo Temple, Temple of Horus, Edfu, Karnak & Luxor Temple, Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple.
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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
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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
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