3-Night Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan
Duration
4 days
Max People
50
Tour Type
Private
Pickup
Luxor
Overview
Enjoy a memorable 3-Night Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan and discover the ancient treasures of Upper Egypt from the comfort of a Nile cruise ship. This journey combines guided sightseeing with relaxing hours on the river, offering a wonderful way to explore the historic route between Luxor and Aswan.
Start in Luxor with visits to the Valley of the Kings, Temple of Hatshepsut, Colossi of Memnon, Karnak Temple, and Luxor Temple. Then sail south through the Nile Valley, passing green farmland, villages, desert landscapes, and traditional riverside communities.
During the cruise, visit Edfu Temple and Kom Ombo Temple, two of the most important archaeological sites between Luxor and Aswan. Depending on the cruise schedule, the ship may also pass through the Esna area before continuing south.
The journey ends in Aswan, where you discover the Philae Temple, Aswan High Dam, and Unfinished Obelisk. Nile cruises are a popular way to explore these sites, with many cruises offering full-board accommodation and guided visits along the route.
Highlights
- Enjoy a 3-night Nile cruise from Luxor to Aswan.
- Explore the Valley of the Kings and Temple of Hatshepsut.
- Visit Karnak and Luxor Temples in ancient Thebes.
- Discover Edfu and Kom Ombo Temples.
- Take a boat ride to Philae Temple in Aswan.
- Visit the Aswan High Dam and Unfinished Obelisk.
- Relax while sailing through the beautiful Nile Valley.
| Number of passengers | 1-3 | 1-8 |
| Price | 100 | 150 |
Included/Excluded
- Pickup from your hotel, train station, or agreed location in Luxor.
- Visits mentioned in the selected itinerary.
- Motorboat transfer to Philae Temple.
- All applicable service charges and taxes.
- Professional Egyptologist guide during sightseeing.
- Entrance fees not specifically included in your selected package.
- Gratuities
- Any services not mentioned under inclusions.
Tour Plan
Your 3-Night Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan begins with pickup from your hotel, train station, or other agreed location in Luxor.
Start your sightseeing on the West Bank, home to some of ancient Egypt's most famous royal monuments.
Visit the Valley of the Kings, the celebrated burial ground of New Kingdom pharaohs. Explore selected tombs and admire the decorated corridors and chambers carved into the desert cliffs.
Continue to the Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir al-Bahari. Admire its three terraces and impressive architectural design while your Egyptologist guide explains the history of Queen Hatshepsut.
Make a short photo stop at the Colossi of Memnon, two massive seated statues associated with the mortuary temple of Amenhotep III.
Afterward, continue to the East Bank for a visit to Karnak Temple. Explore its monumental pylons, columns, obelisks, and sacred spaces.
Depending on the cruise schedule, visit Luxor Temple before returning to the cruise ship for check-in, lunch, and relaxation.
Overnight: On board the Nile cruise in Luxor.
Enjoy breakfast on board as the cruise begins sailing south.
Relax on the sun deck and enjoy views of the Nile Valley. Green fields, palm trees, villages, and desert landscapes create a peaceful backdrop throughout the journey.
Depending on the operating schedule, the ship may pass through the Esna area before continuing toward Edfu.
After arrival, visit Edfu Temple, one of the best-preserved ancient Egyptian temples. The temple was dedicated to Horus, the falcon-headed god, and features a monumental pylon, decorated courtyards, columns, and detailed reliefs.
Your Egyptologist guide will explain the mythology and religious traditions connected with the temple.
Return to the cruise ship and continue sailing south. Spend the rest of the day relaxing on board, enjoying the Nile scenery, or using the ship's facilities when available.
Overnight: On board the Nile cruise.
After breakfast, continue sailing toward Kom Ombo.
Visit the unusual Kom Ombo Temple, built with two symmetrical sections dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek and the falcon god Horus.
Explore the temple's courtyards, halls, columns, and reliefs. Your guide will explain how the temple's unique design reflects its dedication to two deities.
Return to the ship and continue sailing toward Aswan.
Enjoy the afternoon from the sun deck or relax in your cabin while the Nile landscape changes around you. Depending on the cruise schedule, the ship may reach Aswan later in the day.
Overnight: On board the Nile cruise in Aswan.
After breakfast, check out from the cruise ship and begin your final sightseeing in Aswan.
Take a short boat ride to Philae Temple, located on Agilkia Island. Explore the beautiful temple complex dedicated mainly to the goddess Isis and learn how the monuments were relocated after the construction of the Aswan High Dam. Philae is accessible by boat, making the visit a memorable part of the Aswan experience.
Continue to the Aswan High Dam, an important modern engineering project that transformed water management and agriculture in Egypt.
Then visit the Unfinished Obelisk in the ancient granite quarries. Discover how ancient Egyptian craftsmen worked massive blocks of granite and learn why this enormous obelisk was never completed.
After completing the sightseeing program, transfer to your final drop-off point in Aswan.
End of the tour: Aswan.
FAQ
The tour lasts 4 days and 3 nights, traveling from Luxor to Aswan.
The itinerary includes major attractions such as the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, Karnak Temple, Edfu Temple, Kom Ombo Temple, Philae Temple, the Aswan High Dam, and the Unfinished Obelisk.
Luxor Temple can be included according to the cruise schedule and selected package. The exact sightseeing program is confirmed based on the operating cruise.
Yes. Philae Temple is located on Agilkia Island and is accessed by boat.
Meals are provided on board according to the selected cruise package. Please check the specific package details for the exact meal plan.
Yes. Philae Temple is located on Agilkia Island and is accessed by boat.
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