4-Night Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan with Sightseeing

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Luxor Embarkation and East Bank Tour
4 stops
1
Luxor
Upon arrival in Luxor, you’ll be met by your professional Egyptologist guide and transferred to your cruise ship for check-in.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
2
Temple of Karnak
Begin your exploration with a visit to the Karnak Temple Complex, the largest religious structure ever built.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
3
Luxor Temple
Followed by the majestic Luxor Temple, beautifully illuminated at sunset.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
4
Luxor
Return to your ship for dinner and an overnight stay in Luxor.
Admission ticket free
Day 2
Luxor West Bank – Esna
4 stops
5
Valley of the Kings
After breakfast, cross to the West Bank to visit the Valley of the Kings, the resting place of pharaohs, including Tutankhamun.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
6
Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el Bahari
Next, visit the magnificent Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari, one of Egypt’s architectural masterpieces. Built into towering limestone cliffs, this temple honors Egypt’s most powerful female pharaoh. Admire its terraces, colonnades, and reliefs depicting her divine birth and successful reign.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
7
Colossi of Memnon
Continue to the imposing Colossi of Memnon, two gigantic stone statues that have stood for more than 3,000 years, guarding what was once the grand mortuary temple of Amenhotep III.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
8
Esna Lock
Return to the ship and begin sailing toward Esna, passing through the Esna Lock. Enjoy dinner and a relaxing evening onboard.
Admission ticket free
Day 3
Edfu & Kom Ombo
3 stops
9
Temple of Horus
After breakfast, visit Edfu Temple, dedicated to Horus, one of Egypt’s best-preserved temples.
3 hours • Admission ticket not included
10
Kom Ombo
Continue sailing to Kom Ombo
Admission ticket free
11
Temple of Kom Ombo
Where you’ll explore the unique twin temples dedicated to Sobek (the crocodile god) and Horus (the falcon god).
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
Day 4
Day 4: Luxor West Bank and Disembarkation
4 stops
12
Aswan High Dam
Begin your morning with a leisurely breakfast on deck as your cruise glides into the tranquil beauty of Aswan, one of Egypt’s most charming cities. Your expert Egyptologist guide will accompany you to explore Aswan’s top attractions, beginning with the High Dam, a remarkable engineering achievement that tamed the Nile and created Lake Nasser. Learn about its historical significance and how it transformed Egypt’s modern economy.
3 days • Admission ticket not included
13
Unfinished Obelisk
Continue to the Unfinished Obelisk, an enormous monument left incomplete in its granite quarry. Here, you’ll gain insight into the fascinating techniques ancient Egyptians used to carve their massive stone monuments.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
14
Temple of Philae
Then, board a motorboat to visit the enchanting Temple of Philae, dedicated to the goddess Isis. Relocated to Agilkia Island to protect it from the Nile’s rising waters, this sacred temple complex offers breathtaking views and exquisite carvings that tell tales of love and devotion.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
15
Aswan
Return to your cruise ship for lunch and an afternoon at leisure—relax by the pool, enjoy a refreshing drink, or simply admire the serene views of the Nile. Dinner is served onboard, followed by a peaceful overnight stay in Aswan.
Admission ticket free
Day 5
Disembarkation in Aswan
1 stop
16
Aswan
After breakfast, check out and transfer to your Aswan hotel, airport, or train station. End your journey filled with unforgettable memories of ancient Egypt and the serene beauty of the Nile.
2 hours • 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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