4-Night Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan with Full Board & Tours

5 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Discover the timeless beauty of ancient Egypt on a relaxing Nile cruise from Luxor to Aswan. This journey combines comfortable cruising with guided tours to Egypt’s most iconic archaeological sites, offering the perfect balance between sightseeing and leisure.
Sail along the legendary Nile River while visiting highlights such as Karnak Temple, the Valley of the Kings, Edfu Temple, Kom Ombo, Philae Temple, and the Aswan High Dam. With a professional Egyptologist guide, gain deeper insight into ancient Egyptian history and architecture.
Enjoy full-board accommodation on a well-equipped Nile cruise ship featuring air-conditioned en-suite cabins, onboard dining, and panoramic river views. All transfers between sites are arranged in air-conditioned vehicles.
Optional activities, including a hot air balloon ride over Luxor, are available to enhance your journey. Ideal for history lovers and travelers seeking a relaxed and immersive way to explore Egypt from Luxor to Aswan.

What's Included

Professional licensed tour guide
Lunch (Optional[4])
Lunch
Dinner (Optional[4])
Dinner
Air-conditioned vehicle
Breakfast (Optional[4])
Breakfast
Personal expenses
Gratuities
Entrance fees to all the mentioned sightseeing.
Transfer from airport extra cost 10$ (optional)

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We can pick you up from any where in Luxor city with extra cost 15$

OR
Meeting point

Guests will be picked up from their hotel, cruise, airport, or any location in Luxor. Our driver or guide will be waiting at the hotel lobby or agreed pickup point holding a sign with the traveler’s name.

End point

The tour end at Aswan (el cornish street)

Itinerary

Duration: 5 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Luxor East Bank visit Karnak and Luxor Temples

    2 stops
  • 1
    Temple of Karnak

    Karnak Temple Approx. 03:00 PM – Visit Karnak Temple, the largest religious complex in ancient Egypt, primarily dedicated to Amun-Ra. The temple is home to the famous Great Hypostyle Hall, featuring 134 massive columns adorned with intricate ancient reliefs and inscriptions. Duration: 2 hours Transportation: Transfer by air-conditioned vehicle is included. Meals: Lunch served on board prior to the visit. Dinner served on board after returning. Overnight: Overnight on board the cruise.

    2 hours Admission ticket not included
  • 2
    Luxor Temple

    Luxor Temple Approx. 05:00 PM – Visit Luxor Temple, built by Amenhotep III and Ramses II and dedicated to the renewal of kingship. Located in the heart of Luxor, the temple is famous for its grand statues, elegant colonnades, and magical evening atmosphere, beautifully illuminated after sunset. Duration: 1 hour Transportation: Transfer by air-conditioned vehicle is included. Meals: Dinner served on board after the visit. Overnight: Overnight on board the cruise.

    1 hour Admission ticket not included
  • Day 2

    Luxor West Bank visit (Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut Temple)

    3 stops
  • 3
    Valley of the Kings

    Valley of the Kings Approx. 07:00 AM – Visit the Valley of the Kings, the royal burial ground of the New Kingdom pharaohs of the New Kingdom era. The tombs are carved deep into the desert mountains and decorated with remarkably well-preserved wall paintings and hieroglyphs depicting ancient Egyptian beliefs about the afterlife. Duration: 2 hours Transportation: Transfer by air-conditioned vehicle is included. Meals: Breakfast served on board prior to the visit. Lunch served on board after returning. Overnight: Overnight on board the cruise.

    2 hours Admission ticket not included
  • 4
    Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el Bahari

    Temple of Hatshepsut Visit the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, a unique terraced temple built against the cliffs of Deir El-Bahari. The temple reflects elegant architecture and tells the story of Egypt’s most powerful female pharaoh. Overnight on board.

    1 hour Admission ticket not included
  • 5
    Colossi of Memnon

    Colossi of Memnon Approx. 12:00 PM – Photo stop at the Colossi of Memnon, two massive seated statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III that once guarded his mortuary temple and have stood for thousands of years as silent witnesses to ancient Thebes. Duration: 10 minutes Transportation: Transfer by air-conditioned vehicle is included. Meals: Lunch served on board after the photo stop. Overnight: Overnight on board the cruise. Admission: Free (no entrance fee).

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • Day 3

    Edfu temple visit

    2 stops
  • 6
    Temple of Horus

    Edfu Temple Approx. 6:00 AM – Transfer from the cruise by air-conditioned vehicle to Edfu Temple. Visit the Temple of Edfu, one of the best-preserved ancient temples in Egypt, dedicated to the falcon god Horus. Built during the Ptolemaic period, the temple features massive pylons, detailed wall reliefs, and a sacred sanctuary that reflects the power and mythology of ancient Egyptian religion. Duration: 2 hours Transportation: by horse carriage Meals: Breakfast is served on board the cruise. Lunch will be served on board after returning from the visit.

    2 hours Admission ticket not included
  • 7
    Temple of Kom Ombo

    Kom Ombo Temple Approx. 04:00 PM – Visit Kom Ombo Temple, a rare double temple uniquely dedicated to two gods: Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus the Elder. The temple is renowned for its perfectly symmetrical design, well-preserved reliefs, and fascinating depictions of ancient medical instruments. Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes Transportation: Walking visit from the cruise dock (no vehicle required). Meals: Lunch served on board prior to the visit. Dinner served on board after returning. Overnight: Overnight on board the cruise.

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • Day 4

    Aswan Sightseeing (Philae Temple and high dam)

    2 stops
  • 8
    Philae Timple

    Philae Temple Approx. 07:00 AM – Visit Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis, beautifully located on an island in the Nile. The temple was carefully relocated to Agilkia Island to protect it from flooding and is admired for its peaceful setting, elegant colonnades, and finely carved reliefs. Duration: 2 hours Transportation: Transfer by air-conditioned vehicle plus motorboat ride to Philae Island is included. Meals: Breakfast served on board prior to the visit. Lunch served on board after returning. Overnight: Overnight on board the cruise.

    2 hours Admission ticket not included
  • 9
    Aswan High Dam

    Aswan High Dam Approx. 09:00 AM – Visit the Aswan High Dam, a remarkable modern engineering achievement that controls Nile flooding, generates hydroelectric power for Egypt, and led to the creation of Lake Nasser. Enjoy panoramic views over the dam and surrounding landscape while learning about its historical and economic significance. Duration: 15 minutes Transportation: Transfer by air-conditioned vehicle is included. Meals: Breakfast served on board prior to the visit. Lunch served on board after returning. Overnight: Overnight on board the cruise.

    15 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • Day 5

    Check out from the cruise

    1 stop
  • 10
    Aswan

    Check-out & Departure Approx. 08:00 AM – Check out from the cruise after breakfast on board. Guests will be assisted with luggage and transferred to the airport, train station, or hotel (depending on the selected option) with extra cost 10$ Transportation: Transfer by air-conditioned vehicle is included (if selected). Meals: Breakfast served on board. End of tour: Tour concludes after drop-off.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Wonders Egypt

Tags

Multi-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Horseback Riding
Historical Tours
Ports of Call Tours
Archaeology Tours
Multi-day Cruises
Water Tours
Car Tours
Luxury Car Tours
Shore Excursions
Port Pickup
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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