Egypt · Cruise & Sailing

4-Day Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor with Guided Ancient Sites

4 Days Round trip from Aswan Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Guided visits in Aswan, Kom Ombo, Edfu, and Luxor
02 Explore the Temple of Hatshepsut, linked to Egypt's first woman ruler
03 See the monumental Colossi of Memnon of Pharaoh Amenhotep III
04 Optional sunrise hot-air balloon ride over Luxor
05 Cruise the Nile with full-board accommodation on a 5-star ship

Embark on a captivating 4-day Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor, with guided visits to some of Upper Egypt's most remarkable ancient sites. Discover the High Dam and Philae Temple, sail to Kom Ombo and Edfu, and explore the Temple of Sobek and the well-preserved Temple of Horus. Along the way, enjoy full-board accommodation on a 5-star cruise and a horse-carriage ride in Edfu. In Luxor, you can opt for a sunrise hot-air balloon ride before visiting the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, the Colossi of Memnon, and Karnak Temples.

Embark on a captivating 4-day Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor, with guided visits to some of Upper Egypt's most remarkable ancient sites.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Luxury

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

Cities Aswan, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Cairo, Luxor, Abu Simbel

Languages Arabic, English, Italian, Russian

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Aswan Highlights and Nile Cruise Boarding

Your guide will pick you up from your accommodation in Aswan.
Visit the High Dam and the majestic Philae Temple, built in honour of Goddess Isis, the chief deity of the island.
Transfer to the Nile River and board the cruise ship.
Float along the Nile, relax, enjoy a delicious lunch, and use the pool on the sundeck.
Have dinner onboard.

Overnight in a cosy cabin.

Day 02

Kom Ombo Temple and Optional Abu Simbel Visit

Wake to a hearty breakfast as you glide over the Nile around Kom Ombo.
Take in views of the unique Temple of Sobek, dedicated to Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus, the falcon-headed god.
Have the chance to visit the Abu Simbel Temple.
Savor lunch onboard and continue to Edfu. Enjoy a mouth-watering dinner and admire the sunset onboard.

Rest up in your cabin for the night.

Day 03

Edfu Temple and Scenic Sailing to Luxor

Soak up the morning air with a cup of coffee and breakfast.
Visit the well-preserved Ptolemaic Temple dedicated to Horus at Edfu.
Enjoy a horse and carriage ride in Edfu.
Hop aboard the boat and have your lunch and dinner on board.
Take in the stunning landscapes on the way to Luxor.

Day 04

Optional Balloon Ride and Luxor's Ancient Sites

Experience the splendour of Luxor with an optional early morning hot-air balloon ride.
Be transferred to the takeoff site and discover the Valley of the Kings from above.
Eat breakfast onboard the boat. Head out to visit the Valley of the Kings for 2 hours.
Transfer to the Hatshepsut Temple to uncover the first woman who ruled Egypt.
Stop at the Colossi of Memnon to admire two massive stone statues of the Pharaoh Amenhotep III.
Travel to the Karnak Temples for nearly 2 hours.
Finally, transfer to the Luxor airport or hotel in Cairo.

Where this trip takes you

Philae Temple, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Valley of the Kings

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Aswan 6 cities · 4 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

3 nights of full-board accommodation on a 5-star Nile cruise
Transport from your hotel in Aswan or the airport
Guide
Soft drinks and hot drinks at breakfast
Day trips to Philae, the Unfinished Obelisk, Kom Ombo Temple, Edfu Temple, the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, and the Colossi of Memnon
Horse-carriage ride to Edfu Temple