4Night Luxor to Aswan Nile Cruise with Hot Air Balloon&Abu Simbel

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Luxor – Nile Cruise & East Bank
4 stops
1
Luxor
Upon arrival in Luxor, you will be met and assisted by our representative, then transferred to your Nile cruise for embarkation. After settling into your cabin, enjoy lunch on board while the ship docks on the Nile’s east bank.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
2
Temple of Karnak
In the afternoon, begin your guided visit to Karnak Temple, the largest religious complex ever built in ancient Egypt. Walk through the monumental entrance, explore the Great Hypostyle Hall with its towering columns, and learn about the gods worshipped here over thousands of years.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
3
Luxor Temple
Continue to Luxor Temple, beautifully located in the heart of the city. Admire its grand statues, elegant columns, and historical reliefs that illustrate royal ceremonies and religious rituals.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
4
Luxor
After the tour, return to the cruise ship for dinner and overnight in Luxor, enjoying the peaceful atmosphere of the Nile at night.
Day 2
Hot Air Balloon – West Bank Temples – Sailing to Edfu
6 stops
5
Start the day early with a transfer to the West Bank for a breathtaking hot air balloon ride at sunrise. Float above the Nile River, cultivated fields, desert landscapes, and ancient monuments as the sun illuminates Luxor.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
6
Valley of the Kings
After breakfast on board, continue with a guided West Bank tour. Visit the Valley of the Kings, where pharaohs were buried in richly decorated tombs carved deep into the mountains.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
7
Temple of Hatshepsut
Continue to the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, a magnificent terraced structure built against the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari, dedicated to one of Egypt’s most powerful female rulers.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
8
Colossi of Memnon
Stop at the Colossi of Memnon, two massive seated statues that once guarded a vast mortuary complex.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
9
Esna Lock
Return to the cruise and begin sailing south. Relax on the sundeck while enjoying the real nature of the Nile, passing green islands, palm-lined banks, and traditional villages. Experience crossing the Esna Lock, a fascinating moment that offers insight into river navigation and local life.
10
Edfu
Continue sailing toward Edfu, with dinner and overnight on board.
Day 3
Edfu Temple – Kom Ombo Temple – Sailing to Aswan
4 stops
11
Temple of Horus
After breakfast, disembark in Edfu for a visit to the Temple of Horus, one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt. Reach the site by traditional horse-drawn carriage, adding a local touch to your experience. Explore the massive pylons, inner halls, and sacred sanctuary while learning about the falcon god Horus and ancient temple rituals.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
12
Kom Ombo
Return to the cruise for lunch as you sail toward Kom Ombo.
13
Temple of Kom Ombo
In the afternoon, visit the unique Kom Ombo Temple, a rare double temple dedicated to Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus the Elder. Walk through its symmetrical design and view ancient carvings related to medicine, astronomy, and religious life. Visit the nearby Crocodile Museum, displaying mummified crocodiles discovered at the site.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
14
Aswan
Continue sailing toward Aswan. Dinner and overnight on board as the ship glides peacefully along the Nile.
Day 4
Abu Simbel Temples Excursion
2 stops
15
Abu Simbel Temple Complex
Early in the morning, depart by air-conditioned vehicle for a guided excursion to the spectacular Abu Simbel Temples. Located near Egypt’s southern border, these colossal rock-cut temples were built by Pharaoh Ramses II and are considered one of the greatest masterpieces of ancient Egypt. Marvel at the four gigantic seated statues guarding the entrance of the Great Temple and explore its interior chambers adorned with detailed reliefs depicting royal victories and religious scenes. Visit the nearby temple dedicated to Queen Nefertari, equally impressive in design and symbolism. Learn about the remarkable modern relocation project that saved the temples from flooding, a feat recognized worldwide. Return to Aswan in the afternoon.
8 hours • Admission ticket not included
16
Aswan
Enjoy a relaxing evening on board the cruise, followed by dinner and overnight.
Day 5
Aswan – High Dam, Philae Temple & Disembarkation
3 stops
17
Aswan High Dam
After breakfast, disembark from the cruise and begin your final sightseeing tour in Aswan. Visit the Aswan High Dam, an impressive modern engineering project that controls Nile flooding and provides hydroelectric power to much of Egypt.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
18
Temple of Philae
Continue with a scenic motorboat ride to Philae Temple, beautifully situated on an island in the Nile. This temple complex, dedicated to the goddess Isis, was carefully relocated stone by stone to protect it from rising waters. Walk through its elegant courtyards, sanctuaries, and colonnades while enjoying stunning river views.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
19
Aswan
After completing the tour, you will be transferred to your hotel, Aswan Airport, or Aswan Railway Station, marking the end of your unforgettable Luxor to Aswan Nile cruise with Abu Simbel and hot air balloon experience.
1 hour • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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