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Sail along the majestic Nile River from Luxor to Aswan on this unforgettable 5-day, 4-night private cruise tour. Journey through Egypt’s timeless wonders as you admire the lush riverbanks, golden deserts, and ancient temples that line the Nile. Starting in Luxor, explore the East and West Banks with your private Egyptologist guide, visiting iconic landmarks such as Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, the Valley of the Kings, and the Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut.
Continue to Edfu to see the remarkably preserved Temple of Horus, then to Kom Ombo to explore the dual temples dedicated to Sobek and Horus. In Aswan, marvel at the engineering feat of the High Dam, visit the island-bound Philae Temple dedicated to Isis, and examine the ancient Unfinished Obelisk in the granite quarries.
Relax onboard a luxury Nile cruise ship, enjoying delicious meals, comfortable accommodations, and panoramic views of the Nile Valley
What's Included
Lunch
Dinner
Breakfast
Meeting and pickup
Flexible pick-up available from your preferred location in Luxor
Itinerary
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1Luxor
Upon arrival in Luxor, our representative will greet you and transfer you to your 5★ Nile cruise ship. After check-in and lunch onboard, meet your private Egyptologist guide to begin your journey with a tour of Luxor’s East Bank.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Temple of Karnak
Start with a visit to the Karnak Temple Complex, one of the most significant religious sites in ancient Egypt. Explore its vast courtyards, colossal columns, and the Great Hypostyle Hall—a marvel of ancient engineering and devotion.
2 hours • Admission ticket included -
3Luxor Temple
Continue to Luxor Temple, which comes alive in the golden hues of evening. Walk through the grand avenue of sphinxes and admire the statues of Ramses II and intricate carvings that recount the glory of ancient Thebes. Return to the cruise for dinner and enjoy your first overnight stay onboard in Luxor.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
4Valley of the Kings
After breakfast onboard, cross the Nile to explore the West Bank, where ancient tombs and mortuary temples await. Visit the Valley of the Kings, final resting place of the New Kingdom pharaohs. Enter some of the beautifully decorated royal tombs—some still vivid with color after thousands of years. (Optional visit to King Tutankhamun’s tomb available.)
2 hours • Admission ticket included -
5Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el Bahari
Next, explore the Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, a striking monument carved into the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari. Learn about this powerful female pharaoh and her unique reign.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
6Colossi of Memnon
Stop for photos at the Colossi of Memnon, two massive statues of Amenhotep III that have stood guard for over 3,400 years.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7Esna Lock
Return to your cruise for lunch, and begin sailing south toward Edfu. Enjoy dinner onboard and take in the peaceful views as you pass through the Esna Lock. Overnight on the cruise in Edfu.
Admission ticket free -
8Temple of Horus
Enjoy breakfast onboard, then take a horse-drawn carriage through the city to visit the Temple of Horus in Edfu, one of the most well-preserved temples in all of Egypt. Admire its massive pylons, intricate inscriptions, and the stories they tell of ancient mythology and power.
2 hours • Admission ticket included -
9Temple of Kom Ombo
Return to the ship and continue sailing to Kom Ombo, where you’ll explore the unusual double temple dedicated to two gods—Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus the Elder, the falcon god. Learn about the unique dual design and visit the on-site Crocodile Museum, where mummified crocodiles are on display.
2 hours • Admission ticket included -
10Aswan
Back onboard, enjoy lunch, afternoon tea, and dinner as you cruise toward Aswan. Evening entertainment may include a traditional Galabeya Party onboard. Overnight on the cruise in Aswan.
Admission ticket free -
11Aswan High Dam
After breakfast, begin your guided tour of Aswan, a city known for its beauty and cultural diversity. Start at the High Dam, a modern engineering marvel that changed the face of Egypt by controlling Nile flooding and generating electricity.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
12Temple of Philae
Then take a short boat ride to Philae Temple, one of Egypt’s most picturesque temples, dedicated to Isis, the goddess of magic and motherhood. Learn how this beautiful complex was saved from flooding and relocated to Agilkia Island.
2 hours • Admission ticket included -
13Unfinished Obelisk
Next, visit the Unfinished Obelisk, an enormous ancient monument left incomplete in the stone quarries. Marvel at its size and gain insight into ancient stone-cutting techniques.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
14Aswan
After breakfast onboard, check out and disembark from your cruise. You’ll be transferred to your hotel or Aswan airport/train station for your onward journey. Optional: Extend your tour with an Abu Simbel excursion (available upon request). This concludes your unforgettable Nile journey, filled with history, beauty, and unique cultural experiences.
Admission ticket free
Day 1: Arrival in Luxor – East Bank Tour
Day 2: West Bank Tour – Sail to Edfu
Day 3: Edfu – Kom Ombo – Sail to Aswan
Day 4: Aswan Tour
Day 5: Disembarkation – Departure
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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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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