Egypt · Cruise & Sailing

5 Days 4 Nights Private Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan

5 Days Round trip from Pickup service provided in Luxor. Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Cruise from Luxor to Aswan over 5 days and 4 nights
02 Visit Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple in Luxor
03 Explore the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, and Colossi of Memnon
04 Ride by horse carriage to Edfu Temple
05 Discover Kom Ombo Temple and Philae Temple
06 See the Aswan High Dam and the Unfinished Obelisk
07 Enjoy a felucca sail around Kitchener's Island and Aga Khan Mausoleum
08 Stay on board with full-board accommodation included

Discover the timeless wonders of Upper Egypt on a 5-day private Nile cruise from Luxor to Aswan. Travel in comfort aboard a 5-star cruise while exploring some of the country’s most celebrated ancient sites, including Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, the Valley of the Kings, Edfu Temple, Kom Ombo Temple, Philae Temple, and the Aswan High Dam.

This journey combines guided sightseeing with the relaxing rhythm of life on the Nile. Between temple visits, enjoy full-board accommodation on board, scenic sailing, and time to unwind on deck as the landscapes of Luxor, Esna, Edfu, Kom Ombo, and Aswan drift by.

Discover the timeless wonders of Upper Egypt on a 5-day private Nile cruise from Luxor to Aswan.

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What this trip includes

Duration 5 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Aswan, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Luxor, Esna

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Check-In to the CruiseOur driver will pick you up from your hotel or train station with our tour guide in an air-conditioned vehicle to begin your tour.

Note: Please choose your pickup time between 6:30 AM and 7:30 AM.

You will start by visiting the Temple of Karnak, the largest temple complex in Egypt. Following this, our guide will take you to the Papyrus Factory, Alabaster Factory, and Perfume Factory to explore traditional Egyptian handicrafts.Next, you will visit Luxor Temple. Originally built by Amunhotep III during the 18th Dynasty in the New Kingdom, it was later completed by Ramesses II during the 19th Dynasty. King Ramses II, the most renowned king of the 19th Dynasty, ruled Egypt for approximately 67 years.

The temple was dedicated to the great god Amun-Ra, his wife Mut, and their son Khonsu, collectively representing the Theban triad.

After the visit, our driver will escort you to check in to the cruise, where you will start your accommodation, enjoy lunch, and take in the scenic views of the Nile.

Day 02

West BankBegin your exploration of the West Bank with a visit to the Valley of the Kings, where you will have the opportunity to see three tombs within this renowned site.Next, visit the Temple of Hatshepsut, celebrated as one of the most beautiful temples from the age of the Pharaohs.Conclude your temple tour with a visit to the Colossi of Memnon, two massive statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III. Afternoon: Return to the cruise to start sailing to Esna.

Day 03

Edfu Temple / Kom Ombo TempleUpon the cruise arrival in the Edfu temple between 7 am to 8 am, our tour guide will be waiting for you in the lobby of the cruise to go to the Edfu temple by horse carriage Then back to the cruise to have your lunchAfter your tour of Edfu Temple, our tour guide will be waiting for you in the cruise lobby to escort you to Kom Ombo Temple.

Following the visit to Kom Ombo Temple, you will return to the cruise.

Day 04

Sail to Aswan arrival AswanBreakfast on board and Sail to Aswan arrival Aswan then Visit the High Dam, Aswan High Dam is a rock-fill dam located at the northern border between Egypt and Sudan. The dam is fed by the River Nile and the reservoir forms Lake Nasser. Construction for the project began in 1960 and was completed in 1968. It was officially inaugurated in 1971. The total investment for constructing the dam reached $1bn.The unfinished obelisk is the largest known ancient obelisk and is located in the northern region of the stone quarries of ancient Egypt in Aswan (Assuan), Egypt. Archaeologists claim the female pharaoh known as Hatshepsut sanctioned its construction. However, modern engineers question whether the Dynastic Egyptians could have achieved this task.Dedicated to the goddess Isis, the Temple of Philae is located in a beautiful setting, landscaped to match the original site of the temple when it was relocated by UNESCO after the building of the Aswan Dam threatened the site. Lunch on board. Sail on the Nile by felucca around Kitchener's Island and AghaKhan Mausoleum. Afternoon Tea. Dinner on board. Overnight in Aswan.

Day 05

check outindulge in a day of complete relaxation on board. Spend your time basking in the sun on the deck of the boat, enjoying panoramic views of the Nile and its picturesque surroundings. Take advantage of the sunbeds for sunbathing or simply unwind with a good book and the gentle breeze. This day is dedicated to relaxation and rejuvenation, offering a serene escape as you drift along the Nile. In the evening, our driver will transfer you back to your hotel in Aswan (East Bank only; West Bank at an extra cost), reflecting on the tranquil moments and incredible experiences of your journey.

The route