4-Day Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor | Temples, Tombs & Tours

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Aswan airport
4 stops
Aswan (Pass by)
Pick-up From Aswan Airport / Train station will be transferred by an A/C car to your Hotel. you will find our guide waiting for you in Aswan Airport / Train station.
1
Aswan High Dam
Begin your journey at the impressive Aswan High Dam, one of the most important engineering achievements of modern Egypt. Built between 1960 and 1970, the dam controls the Nile’s annual flooding, generates hydroelectric power, and created the massive Lake Nasser. Learn the incredible story behind the UNESCO rescue mission that saved ancient treasures like Abu Simbel and Philae Temple from rising waters.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
2
Unfinished Obelisk
Continue to the remarkable Unfinished Obelisk, the largest known ancient obelisk ever attempted. Still lying in its original granite quarry, this fascinating monument reveals the extraordinary techniques used by ancient Egyptian craftsmen more than 3,500 years ago. Originally commissioned by Queen Hatshepsut, the obelisk would have stood over 42 meters high and weighed around 1,200 tons.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
3
Temple of Philae
Then enjoy a scenic boat ride to the magnificent Philae Temple, beautifully located on Agilkia Island. Dedicated to Isis, the goddess of love and magic, this stunning temple complex is one of Egypt’s most enchanting archaeological sites. Admire its towering columns, detailed carvings, and legendary stories of Osiris, Isis, and Horus while your expert Egyptologist guide brings ancient mythology to life.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 2
Explore Kom Ombo Temple & Sail To Esna
2 stops
4
Temple of Kom Ombo
Discover the fascinating Temple of Kom Ombo, one of the most unique temples in ancient Egypt, beautifully located on the banks of the Nile River. This extraordinary double temple was dedicated to two powerful gods—Sobek, the crocodile god of strength and fertility, and Haroeris (Horus the Elder), the falcon-headed god of protection and kingship. Built during the Greco-Roman period, Kom Ombo Temple is famous for its perfectly symmetrical design, featuring twin entrances, halls, and sanctuaries honoring both deities equally. As you explore the temple with your expert Egyptologist guide, admire the remarkable ancient carvings, detailed hieroglyphics, and stunning Nile views surrounding this historic site.
3 hours • Admission ticket included
5
Kom Ombo
walking tour with your guide in thecity to discover the city and give you a simple talk about life in Egypt in the south and the Arab community in general, in order to get to know the culture of the Egyptians .
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Day 3
Edfu Temple Tour from Nile Cruise | Visit the Temple of Horus & Sail the Nile
2 stops
6
Temple of Horus
Step back into the world of ancient Egypt with a memorable visit to the magnificent Temple of Edfu, one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt and a highlight of every Nile River cruise between Aswan and Luxor. Dedicated to Horus, the powerful falcon-headed god of protection and kingship, the Temple of Edfu is a masterpiece of Greco-Roman architecture filled with towering columns, giant statues, detailed hieroglyphics, and fascinating mythological scenes. Travel by horse carriage from your Nile cruise ship to the temple and discover the incredible history of this sacred site with your expert Egyptologist guide.
3 hours • Admission ticket included
7
Edfu
Edfu Temple Tour by Horse Carriage | Explore Egypt’s Best Preserved Temple Experience the charm of ancient Egypt with a traditional horse carriage ride to the magnificent Temple of Edfu, one of the largest and best-preserved temples in all of Egypt. Located on the west bank of the Nile River between Luxor and Aswan, this extraordinary temple is one of the top highlights of any Nile cruise experience.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Day 4
Luxor East & West Bank Tour | Karnak, Valley of the Kings & Hatshepsut Temple
7 stops
Luxor (Pass by)
Discover the timeless wonders of ancient Thebes on an unforgettable Luxor East and West Bank tour. Explore Egypt’s most famous temples, royal tombs, and legendary monuments with your private Egyptologist guide while experiencing the rich history of one of the world’s greatest open-air museums.
8
Valley of the Kings
Continue your adventure on Luxor’s West Bank with a visit to the world-famous Valley of the Kings, the royal burial ground of Egypt’s pharaohs. Discover beautifully decorated tombs hidden deep within the desert mountains, including the resting places of kings from the New Kingdom era.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
9
Tomb of King Tutankhamun (Tut)
Explore ancient tombs hidden deep within the desert mountains and visit the famous tomb of Tutankhamun (King Tut), one of the most celebrated discoveries in archaeological history. Admire the beautifully preserved wall paintings and learn the story behind the young pharaoh whose tomb amazed the world.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included
10
Temple of Hatshepsut
Then admire the stunning Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut, a spectacular rock-cut temple dedicated to Queen Hatshepsut, one of ancient Egypt’s most successful female rulers. Its unique terraces blend perfectly with the dramatic cliffs of Deir El-Bahari.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
11
Colossi of Memnon
A stop at the iconic Colossi of Memnon, two massive stone statues of King Amenhotep III that have stood guarding the Theban Necropolis for more than 3,000 years.
20 minutes • Admission ticket included
12
Temple of Karnak
End your journey with Visit the magnificent Karnak Temple, the largest religious complex ever built in ancient Egypt. Walk among its giant columns, sacred chapels, towering obelisks, and impressive hypostyle hall while learning about the powerful gods Amun, Mut, and Khonsu.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
Luxor (Pass by)
at the end will transfer to anywhere you want in Luxor to end your experience in upper Egypt.

Additional info

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

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