Nile cruise

4-Day Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor

  • 4 Days / 3 Nights
  • Short Nile Cruises (3–4 nights)

From $699 per person

Overview

Set sail on a captivating 4-day Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor, where the ancient world unfolds before your eyes. Journey along the legendary Nile River and uncover Egypt’s most iconic temples and monuments. Begin in Aswan with visits to the High Dam and the enchanting Philae Temple, then continue to Kom Ombo and Edfu to explore magnificent sanctuaries dedicated to ancient gods. As you sail northward, reach Luxor—the open-air museum of Egypt—home to the grand Karnak and Luxor Temples and the royal tombs of the Valley of the Kings. With expert-guided tours, comfortable accommodations, and full

Set sail on a captivating 4-day Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor, where the ancient world unfolds before your eyes. Journey along the legendary Nile River and uncover Egypt’s most iconic temples and monuments. Begin in Aswan with visits to the High Dam and the enchanting Philae Temple, then continue to Kom Ombo and Edfu to explore magnificent sanctuaries dedicated to ancient gods. As you sail northward, reach Luxor—the open-air museum of Egypt—home to the grand Karnak and Luxor Temples and the royal tombs of the Valley of the Kings. With expert-guided tours, comfortable accommodations, and full-board dining, this voyage offers the perfect balance of discovery and relaxation as you experience the heart of ancient Egypt.

Duration
4 Days / 3 Nights
Languages
English, Spanish
Vessel
5-star Nile cruiser

Itinerary

Day-by-day plan.

  1. Begin your Nile adventure in Aswan, where a representative will greet you at the airport or train station and assist with a private transfer to your cruise ship. Once aboard, start exploring Aswan’s highlights, beginning with the impressive High Dam—an engineering marvel that reshaped Egypt’s irrigation and power systems.

    Continue to the Temple of Philae, dedicated to the goddess Isis, gracefully relocated to Agilika Island to preserve it from flooding. Admire its intricate carvings and serene setting before returning to the cruise for check-in. Enjoy a welcome lunch on board, relax as the ship begins its journey, and later savor dinner while watching the sunset over the Nile’s tranquil waters.

    • Meals: Lunch, Dinner
    • Stay: Onboard the Nile Cruise in Aswan
  2. After breakfast, the cruise sails toward Kom Ombo, where you’ll visit the unique double temple dedicated to Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus, the falcon god. The temple’s symmetrical design and detailed reliefs reveal fascinating aspects of ancient Egyptian life.

    Continue sailing to Edfu while enjoying lunch on board and scenic views of the riverbanks. In the afternoon, explore the Temple of Horus in Edfu, one of Egypt’s best-preserved temples, renowned for its towering pylons and vivid inscriptions. Return to the ship for dinner and spend the night docked in Edfu.

    • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    • Stay: Onboard the Nile Cruise in Edfu
  3. Enjoy breakfast before setting out to explore Luxor’s West Bank, the ancient necropolis of Thebes. Visit the Valley of the Kings, where generations of pharaohs were laid to rest in elaborately decorated tombs. Continue to the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir El-Bahari, a stunning monument carved into the cliffs that celebrates one of Egypt’s most powerful female rulers.

    Conclude your tour with a stop at the Colossi of Memnon, two massive statues that once guarded a grand temple. Return to the cruise for lunch and spend the afternoon relaxing on deck or enjoying the ship’s amenities. Dinner will be served on board as you spend the night in Luxor.

    • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    • Stay: Onboard the Nile Cruise in Luxor
  4. After breakfast, disembark and begin your final day exploring Luxor’s East Bank. Visit the vast Karnak Temple Complex, dedicated to the Theban triad of Amun, Mut, and Khonsu, where colossal columns and sacred lakes reflect the grandeur of ancient worship.

    Continue to Luxor Temple, connected to Karnak by the Avenue of Sphinxes, and admire its majestic statues and open courtyards that once hosted grand ceremonies. After the tour, you’ll be transferred by private vehicle to Luxor Airport or the train station for your onward journey, carrying with you unforgettable memories of your Nile cruise experience.

    • Meals: Breakfast
    • Stay: Departure

Tour map

Stops along this itinerary.

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What's included

Included

  • Meet and assist upon arrival and departure at the airport or railway station
  • Accommodation on board with full-board meals
  • Professional tour guide fluent in English, Portuguese, German, or Spanish
  • All sightseeing tours conducted as private guided excursions
  • Entrance fees to all sites mentioned in the itinerary
  • Bottled water provided during excursions
  • All transfers in a private air-conditioned deluxe vehicle
  • All applicable service charges and taxes

Not included

  • Optional excursions
  • Personal expenses
  • Tipping

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