Egypt · Cruise & Sailing

5-Day Nile River Cruise from Luxor to Aswan with Temple Sightseeing

5 Days Round trip from Luxor Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore the Karnak and Luxor Temples
  • 02 Discover the famous Philae Temple
  • 03 Visit the Horus Temple in Edfu
  • 04 See the Valley of the Kings, Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, and Colossi of Memnon
  • 05 Sail the Nile from Luxor to Aswan with stops at Esna, Edfu, and Kom Ombo

Enjoy the beautiful scenery of Egypt on a fun-filled journey from Luxor to Aswan. This 5-day luxurious Nile cruise includes sightseeing at the Valley of the Kings, Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, Edfu Temple, Kom Ombo, and the beautiful Philae Temple in Aswan. Sail between historic riverside towns while discovering some of Upper Egypt's most famous ancient monuments.

Visit the West Bank, including the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, and the Colossi of Memnon.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Days
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Aswan, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Luxor, Esna
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Luxor and West & East Bank Sightseeing

  • Arrive in Luxor and embark on your tour.

  • Visit the West Bank, including the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, and the Colossi of Memnon.

  • Proceed to the East Bank to explore Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple.

  • Enjoy an overnight stay in Luxor, with the opportunity to disembark or attend the optional Sound and Light Show at Karnak at an additional cost.

Meals: Lunch & Dinner

2
Day 02

Sail to Esna and Edfu

  • Early morning sail to Esna and Edfu.

Overnight in Edfu.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

3
Day 03

Edfu Temple and Kom Ombo Visit

  • Have breakfast on board.

  • Visit the Horus Temple in Edfu.

  • Sail to Kom Ombo and visit the Kom Ombo Temple.

Overnight in Aswan with a late-night arrival.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

4
Day 04

Aswan Highlights and Felucca to the Botanical Gardens

  • Visit the High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk, and Philae Temple.

  • In the afternoon, visit the Botanical Gardens by felucca.

  • Enjoy an overnight stay in Aswan, with the opportunity to disembark or attend the optional Sound and Light Show at Philae Temple at an additional cost.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

5
Day 05

Departure After Breakfast

  • Check out after breakfast.

Meals: Breakfast

Valley of the Kings, Karnak Temple, Philae Temple

Where this trip takes you

Valley of the Kings, Karnak Temple, Philae Temple

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Luxor 5 cities · 5 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Sightseeing as per itinerary, including entrance fees
  • Qualified English-speaking Egyptologist guide
  • Meals as per itinerary
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

What's Not Included

  • Drinks

  • Optional gratuities

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Luxor, Luxor City, Luxor, Egypt
Tour start
Luxor, Luxor City, Luxor, Luxor Governorate, Egypt
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 5 days finish where they began, in Luxor.

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