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Experience the beauty of ancient Egypt on this unforgettable 5-day Nile River cruise from Luxor to Aswan with a visit to the magnificent Abu Simbel Temples. Sail along the legendary Nile River while exploring some of Egypt’s most famous historical landmarks, ancient temples, and archaeological treasures.
Begin your journey in Luxor, the world’s largest open-air museum, where you will discover the impressive Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, the Valley of the Kings, and the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut. Enjoy relaxing days onboard your cruise while sailing through the Nile Valley and visiting the well-preserved temples of Edfu and Kom Ombo.
Continue to Aswan, where you will explore the beautiful Philae Temple, the High Dam, and the Unfinished Obelisk. The adventure continues with a trip to Abu Simbel, home to the massive temples built by King Ramses II.
With a professional Egyptologist guide, comfortable accommodation, and organized transfers, this Nile cruise offers the perfect combination.
What's Included
Lunch
Dinner
Breakfast
Meeting and pickup
Pickup available from Luxor hotels, airports, and train stations.
Itinerary
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1Luxor
Your Nile cruise adventure begins with pickup from your hotel, airport, or train station in Luxor. Transfer to the cruise ship and complete check-in before starting your first exploration of ancient Thebes.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Temple of Karnak
Visit the magnificent Karnak Temple Complex, the largest religious site ever built in ancient Egypt, where you will discover the Great Hypostyle Hall, massive columns, obelisks, and sacred monuments.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included -
3Luxor Temple
Continue to Luxor Temple, a beautiful riverside temple known for its impressive statues, grand entrances, and connection to the ancient Avenue of Sphinxes.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
4Luxor
Return to the cruise for dinner and overnight stay.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Luxor
After breakfast onboard, begin your West Bank tour.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Valley of the Kings
Visit the legendary Valley of the Kings, where ancient Egyptian pharaohs were buried in beautifully decorated tombs.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included -
7Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el Bahari
Continue to the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, an architectural masterpiece built into the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
8Colossi of Memnon
Stop at the Colossi of Memnon for photos and historical explanations.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
Luxor (Pass by)
Return to the cruise and begin sailing south toward Edfu while enjoying the peaceful Nile scenery. Dinner and overnight onboard.
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9Edfu
Breakfast on board. Then the guide will take you in a mysterious journey to land of secrets.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
10Temple of Horus
This guided tour of today begins by visiting one of the most wonderful temples in Egypt, Temple of Horus in Edfu, which is considered to be one of the most well preserved temples in Egypt.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included -
Kom Ombo (Pass by)
After that, you will revert back to your ship. Lunch will be served on board during sailing to the city of Kom Ombo.
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11Temple of Kom Ombo
Afternoon, you will proceed to explore Temple of Kom Ombo, where the two gods Sobek & Haroeris.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included -
12Aswan
Get back to your ship and enjoy sun deck, watching the unique landscape of the great river Nile. On its banks the ancient Egyptian civilization has been created and flourished.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
13Temple of Philae
After breakfast, explore Aswan’s famous landmarks. Take a motorboat ride to Philae Temple, located on Agilkia Island and dedicated to the goddess Isis.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included -
14Aswan High Dam
Visit the Aswan High Dam, one of Egypt’s greatest modern engineering achievements, and enjoy views of Lake Nasser.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included -
15Aswan Governorate
Return to the cruise for your final overnight stay.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
16Aswan
After breakfast, check out from the Nile cruise and begin your journey to Abu Simbel by private air-conditioned vehicle.
3 hours • Admission ticket free -
17Abu Simbel Temple Complex
Explore the magnificent Abu Simbel Temples, built by King Ramses II and dedicated to the gods Amun, Ra-Horakhty, and Ptah. Admire the massive statues, impressive halls, and detailed wall carvings. After the visit,
2 hours • Admission ticket not included -
18Aswan
return to Aswan and transfer to your hotel, airport, or train station for your departure.
3 hours • Admission ticket free
Arrival in Luxor – East Bank Exploration
Luxor West Bank – Sail Toward Edfu
Edfu & Kom Ombo Temples – Continue Sailing
Aswan Sightseeing Tour
Departure from Aswan
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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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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