3-Night Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor
Duration
4 days
Max People
50
Tour Type
Private
Pickup
Aswan
Overview
Experience the beauty of Upper Egypt on a 3-Night Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor, one of the most enjoyable ways to discover the treasures of the Nile Valley. Sail aboard a comfortable Nile cruise ship while exploring magnificent temples, ancient monuments, and traditional riverside landscapes.
Your journey begins in Aswan, where you visit the remarkable Philae Temple, the High Dam, and the Unfinished Obelisk. Then, board your Nile cruise and start sailing north toward Luxor.
During the cruise, stop at the famous temples of Kom Ombo and Edfu, two of the best-preserved monuments in Egypt. Continue sailing through the Nile Valley while enjoying onboard facilities, delicious meals, and relaxing views.
In Luxor, discover the wonders of ancient Thebes, including Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, the Valley of the Kings, Temple of Hatshepsut, and the Colossi of Memnon.
This Aswan to Luxor Nile Cruise combines history, comfort, and unforgettable scenery, making it an excellent choice for travelers who want to experience ancient Egypt at a relaxed pace.
Highlights
- Sail on a 3-night Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor.
- Visit Philae Temple, High Dam, and Unfinished Obelisk.
- Explore Kom Ombo Temple and Edfu Temple.
- Discover Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple.
- Visit the Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut Temple.
- Enjoy full-board accommodation onboard.
- Experience the beauty of the Nile Valley.
| Number of passengers | 1-3 | 1-8 |
| Price | 100 | 150 |
Included/Excluded
- 3 nights accommodation onboard Nile Cruise.
- Full-board meals starting with lunch and ending with breakfast.
- Egyptologist tour guide.
- Transfers in air-conditioned vehicles.
- Entrance fees to included sightseeing.
- All taxes and service charges.
- Drinks onboard.
- Tips and gratuities.
- Abu Simbel excursion (optional unless selected).
Tour Plan
Begin your 3 Night Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor with pickup from your hotel, airport, or train station in Aswan, according to your travel arrangements. Meet your professional Egyptologist guide and start your sightseeing with the highlights of ancient Aswan.
Visit the Philae Temple, located on Agilkia Island and reached by a short boat ride across the Nile. Explore the impressive sanctuary dedicated mainly to the goddess Isis and learn about the temple's history and relocation during the construction of the High Dam.
Continue to the Aswan High Dam, an important modern engineering project that changed the landscape and water management of Egypt. Then visit the Unfinished Obelisk in the ancient granite quarries and discover how Egyptian craftsmen worked the massive stone.
Return to the cruise ship for lunch and settle into your cabin. Enjoy the afternoon on board while the ship begins sailing along the Nile. Relax on the sun deck and admire the changing scenery of green riverbanks, villages, and desert landscapes.
Overnight: On board the Nile cruise in the Aswan area.
Enjoy breakfast on board while the cruise continues north toward Kom Ombo.
After arrival, visit Kom Ombo Temple, a unique double temple dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek and the falcon god Horus. Explore its courtyards, columns, reliefs, and sanctuaries while your guide explains the religious traditions connected with the temple.
Return to the cruise ship and continue sailing toward Edfu. Spend the rest of the day relaxing on board. Enjoy the views from the sun deck, take time by the pool when available, or simply watch local villages and agricultural landscapes pass along the river.
Overnight: On board the Nile cruise.
After breakfast, continue your journey with a visit to Edfu Temple, one of the best-preserved ancient Egyptian temples. The temple was dedicated to Horus, the falcon-headed god, and features impressive pylons, reliefs, columns, and inner chambers.
After the visit, return to the ship and continue sailing toward Luxor. The journey offers a peaceful opportunity to enjoy the Nile and relax after sightseeing.
Depending on the cruise schedule, the ship may pass through the Esna area before continuing toward Luxor. Enjoy dinner and the evening atmosphere on board.
Overnight: On board the Nile cruise in Luxor.
After breakfast, check out and begin your final day of sightseeing in Luxor.
Start on the West Bank with a visit to the Valley of the Kings, the famous royal burial ground of the New Kingdom. Continue to the Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir al-Bahari and admire its terraces, columns, and reliefs. Make a short photo stop at the Colossi of Memnon before continuing to the East Bank.
Afterward, visit Karnak Temple, one of the most important religious complexes of ancient Thebes. Explore its monumental pylons, columns, obelisks, and sacred spaces with your Egyptologist guide. Luxor's East and West Banks together form one of Egypt's most important areas of ancient heritage.
After completing the sightseeing program, continue to your final drop-off point in Luxor, marking the end of your 3-night Nile cruise experience.
End of the tour: Luxor.
FAQ
The cruise ends in Aswan on Day 4, f according to the confirmed arrangements. Your onward transfer or departure should be coordinated with the cruise schedule.
The itinerary includes Karnak, Luxor, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Philae, along with the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, and the Colossi of Memnon.
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