Egypt · Cruise & Sailing

4-Day Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor with Egypt's Ancient Temples

4 Days Round trip from Aswan Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Board a Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor
02 Visit the Temple of Sobek & Haroeris in Kom Ombo and the Temple of Edfu
03 See the royal tombs of the Valley of the Kings in Luxor
04 Head to the Karnak Temples Complex and Luxor Temple
05 Marvel at the two massive structures at the Colossi of Memnon

Sail along the Nile River on this 4-day cruise from Aswan to Luxor, exploring some of Egypt's most important ancient temples and monuments. Begin in Aswan with visits to the High Dam, Philae Temple, and the Unfinished Obelisk, then continue to the Temple of Sobek & Haroeris in Kom Ombo and the Temple of Horus in Edfu. In Luxor, discover major highlights on both the west and east banks, including the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Deir El Bahari, the Colossi of Memnon, Karnak Temples Complex, and Luxor Temple.

Sail along the Nile River on this 4-day cruise from Aswan to Luxor, exploring some of Egypt's most important ancient temples and monuments.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Aswan, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Luxor

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Aswan High Dam, Philae Temple and the Unfinished Obelisk

Meet your tour guide in Aswan and check in to your Nile cruise before lunch.
Visit the Aswan High Dam, the world's largest embankment dam, and continue to Philae Temple, which was relocated to Aglika Island.
See the huge structure of the Unfinished Obelisk.
Return to your Nile cruise to rest.

Lunch and dinner are included.

Overnight on board.

Day 02

Kom Ombo and Edfu Temple Excursion

In the morning, visit the Temple of Sobek & Haroeris in Kom Ombo, followed by the Temple of Horus in Edfu.
Spend the evening at leisure and enjoy the Egyptian folkloric show on the ship, featuring a belly dance show and many other entertaining performances.

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included.

Overnight on board.

Day 03

Valley of the Kings, Deir El Bahari and Colossi of Memnon

After breakfast, visit the Valley of the Kings, famous for its royal tombs, and continue to the Temple of Deir El Bahari, a complex of mortuary temples.
See the two massive structures at the Colossi of Memnon.
After the tour, return to the Nile cruise for your delicious lunch on board. Enjoy afternoon tea on board while relaxing on the sundeck.

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included.

Overnight in Luxor.

Day 04

Karnak Temples Complex and Luxor Temple

Enjoy your wonderful buffet breakfast on board before exploring the east bank of Luxor.
Visit the Karnak Temples Complex and the famous Luxor Temple.
After the tour, transfer by private air-conditioned vehicle to Luxor airport or your hotel in Luxor.

Breakfast is included.

End of the tour.

Where this trip takes you

Aswan High Dam, Philae Temple, Valley of the Kings, Karnak Temples Complex

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Aswan 4 cities · 4 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Meet and assist by our professional representatives
Return transfers to and from the Nile cruise by private air-conditioned vehicle
Three nights' accommodation on board the Nile cruise on a full-board basis
Professional tour guide at all the indicated historical sites in the itinerary
Entrance fees to all the indicated historical sites and attractions in the itinerary
All current taxes and service charges applied by the Egyptian government
Small-group tours in the cities by new-model coaches

What's Not Included

Entry visa to Egypt
International and/or domestic flights
Extras on board such as spa, laundry, telephone, extra meals, etc.
Tipping for company representatives, guide, driver, etc.
Any optional tours that may be required

Know before you go

Prices are quoted in US Dollars per person per package, in a double (DBL) room, for a small group of a minimum of 06 adults sharing the same tour, including all the mentioned sightseeing tours as per the program itinerary, and are valid from 01 March to 31 December 2021, excluding Christmas, New Year, and Easter. However, in case of an increase in fuel, taxes, and/or tourist site entrance fees, Vantage Travel International reserves the right to amend all prices accordingly and without prior notice.
Passengers are responsible for ensuring that they are in possession of the correct travel documents upon departure and that they have met all health requirements. Please check with the nearest consulate office for information concerning travel visas before you travel and whether you are required to obtain this or any other document in advance.
In Egyptian society, tipping is customary and expected in daily life, especially for people working in the tourism field. It forms the biggest portion of their income. It is a kind of appreciation, and whether you tip or not depends on the service you receive from all the people working for you and involved in your trip, such as drivers, guides, porters, and tour company representatives.
Children from 00.00 years up to 05.99 years are free of charge. However, please note that children from 06.00 years up to 11.99 years enjoy a 50% discount on the adult rate.
Cruising the Nile River is one of the marvellous activities you shouldn't miss while spending your vacation in Egypt. The shorter Nile cruise tour usually starts from Aswan to Luxor for three nights, and it is available regularly every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, so it is the perfect choice for those who have a short stay in Egypt.
While sailing along the Nile between the different historical sites, seeing the beautiful temples and the royal palaces, we can also offer many optional night tours for you to enjoy during your free time. In Aswan, you can try a lovely walking tour to the local market, where you can shop for many kinds of herbs and spices, attend the sound & light show at Philae Temple, or enjoy a special bird-watching tour at the Nubian Village to discover a great place called Nubia, where paradise is represented on earth. In Luxor, we can offer a hot air balloon adventure, a felucca tour around Banana Island, or a sound & light show at Karnak.

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