Egypt · Cruise & Sailing

4-Day Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor with Ancient Temple Visits

4 Days Round trip from XVCG+9W2 Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Visit the High Dam and Philae Temple in Aswan
  • 02 Explore the temple shared by Sobek and Haroeris at Kom Ombo
  • 03 Discover the Temple of Horus in Edfu
  • 04 See the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, and Colossi of Memnon in Luxor
  • 05 Visit Luxor Temple and Karnak Temple, including the Avenue of Sphinxes and Great Hypostyle Hall

Embark on a captivating 4-day Nile River cruise through Egypt's ancient treasures, beginning in Aswan with visits to the High Dam and Philae Temple before boarding your cruise. Sail onward to Kom Ombo and Edfu, where you'll explore remarkable temples along the way, including the Temple of Horus. In Luxor, discover the West Bank's iconic sites such as the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatshepsut, and the Colossi of Memnon. Your journey concludes with visits to Luxor Temple and Karnak Temple, with an optional hot air balloon ride available before departure.

Proceed to Karnak Temple, including the Avenue of Sphinxes, the Unfinished Propylon, the Hypostyle Hall with 134 columns, the obelisks of Queen Hatshepsut and Thutmose III, and the Sacred Lake.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Yes
Cities Aswan, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Luxor
Languages Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Aswan and Cruise to Edfu

  • On arrival, you will find your guide waiting for you with a sign for 3 Stars Travel, and then you will be transferred to visit the High Dam and Philae Temple.
  • Transfer to the cruise for boarding before lunch.
  • Lunch on board.
  • Sail to Kom Ombo and enjoy afternoon tea. Visit the temple shared by the two gods, Sobek and Haroeris, then sail onward to Edfu.
  • Dinner on board.

Overnight in Edfu.

Note: Cruise schedules may change for various reasons. We guarantee that you will visit all the mentioned sights, but the order may vary.

2
Day 02

Edfu Temple Visit and Sailing to Luxor

  • Have breakfast on board.
  • Explore the Temple of Horus in Edfu.
  • Cross the lock.
  • Sail to Luxor.
  • Enjoy afternoon tea.
  • Attend a Galabya party and dinner on board.

Overnight in Luxor.

3
Day 03

Luxor West Bank Exploration

  • Have breakfast on board.
  • Travel to the West Bank to visit the Valley of the Kings and various tombs (King Tut's tomb requires an extra ticket).
  • Visit the Temple of Deir El Bahari of Queen Hatshepsut.
  • Stop at the Colossi of Memnon on the return journey.
  • Enjoy lunch on board.
  • Relax during your free afternoon.
  • Have afternoon tea.

Overnight in Luxor.

4
Day 04

Luxor Temples and Departure

  • Disembark the cruise.
  • Optionally, take a hot air balloon ride over the Valley of the Kings, Valley of the Queens, and the Mountain of Nobles (30-45 minutes, weather permitting).
  • Visit Luxor Temple to see the courtyard and the statues of Ramses the Great.
  • Proceed to Karnak Temple, including the Avenue of Sphinxes, the Unfinished Propylon, the Hypostyle Hall with 134 columns, the obelisks of Queen Hatshepsut and Thutmose III, and the Sacred Lake.
  • Transfer to your hotel, airport, or train station.
Philae Temple, Temple of Horus in Edfu, Valley of the Kings, Karnak Temple

Where this trip takes you

Philae Temple, Temple of Horus in Edfu, Valley of the Kings, Karnak Temple

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from XVCG+9W2 4 cities · 4 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • 3 nights of Nile cruise accommodation on a full-board basis, including sightseeing
  • All transfers in Aswan and Luxor
  • All tours and excursions by air-conditioned car
  • English-speaking expert guide
  • All visits include entrance fees
  • All taxes and services are included in our prices

What's Not Included

  • Visa entry for Egypt
  • International and domestic flights
  • Personal items
  • Tipping
  • Any other items not mentioned
  • Any optional tours
  • Drinks during meals

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Aswan, Egypt
Tour start
XVCG+9W2, Manteqet as Sad Al Aali, Aswan, Aswan Governorate 1230952, Egypt
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 4 days finish where they began, in XVCG+9W2.

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Estimated room rates

Single Room $400.00 — $720.00
Double Sharing $400.00 — $560.00

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