5-Day Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan aboard M/S Renaissance Nile Cruise

Duration

5 Days

Max People

99

Min Age

+1

Pickup

A/C Vehicle

Discover ancient Egypt on a 5-day, 4-night Nile cruise aboard M/S Renaissance Nile Cruise. Travel from Luxor to Aswan, exploring monumental temples, royal burial sites, and historic landmarks along the River Nile. This journey combines the highlights of Luxor’s East and West Banks with visits to Edfu, Kom Ombo, and Aswan.

Enjoy four nights aboard Renaissance while visiting Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, Colossi of Memnon, Edfu Temple, Kom Ombo Temple, the Aswan High Dam, Philae Temple, and the Unfinished Obelisk.

Duration: 5 days / 4 nights
Route: Luxor → Edfu → Kom Ombo → Aswan
Cruise vessel: M/S Renaissance Nile Cruise
Cruise category: Deluxe Nile Cruises

Overview

A Nile cruise from Luxor to Aswan offers a convenient way to discover some of Egypt’s most important ancient monuments while travelling between historic destinations along the river.

Aboard M/S Renaissance Nile Cruise, this 5-day, 4-night journey begins in Luxor with visits to Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple. The following day focuses on the West Bank’s royal burial ground, the Valley of the Kings, alongside Hatshepsut Temple and the Colossi of Memnon. Continue sailing through the Esna Lock toward Edfu, where you will explore the Temple of Horus before proceeding to Kom Ombo Temple.

The cruise then continues toward Aswan for visits to the Aswan High Dam, Philae Temple, and the Unfinished Obelisk. Four nights aboard the vessel provide a convenient base for exploring the historic destinations along the Nile.

Renaissance is a Deluxe Nile cruise vessel with onboard accommodation, dining facilities, and leisure spaces. Cabin availability, sightseeing arrangements, entrance tickets, transportation, and the final package price should be confirmed in your written booking offer before payment.

This cruise is ideal for travellers interested in ancient Egyptian history, temple architecture, royal tombs, and the scenery of the Nile Valley.

Cruise Logistics, Accommodation & Requirements

Accommodation aboard M/S Renaissance Nile Cruise

M/S Renaissance Nile Cruise is a Deluxe vessel operating on the Luxor-to-Aswan route. Published vessel information describes cabins with individually controlled air conditioning, private bathrooms, televisions, minibars, safety deposit boxes, and panoramic windows or private balconies, depending on the cabin category.

Published onboard facilities include a swimming pool on the sun deck, a restaurant, lounge and bar areas, and leisure facilities. Some listings also describe a spa and wellness area. The availability of individual facilities and services should be confirmed for your sailing date.

Cabin size, bedding configuration, balcony access, and amenities vary by accommodation category. Confirm the exact cabin type, occupancy, and available facilities in your booking confirmation rather than assuming every cabin offers identical features.

Your package is planned around four nights aboard the vessel. Cabin category and availability must be confirmed before payment.

Meals During the Cruise

The planned itinerary includes meals as follows:

Day Planned meals
Day 1 Lunch and dinner
Day 2 Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day 3 Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day 4 Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day 5 Breakfast

Confirm that these meals are included in your quoted package price. Drinks, special menus, and dietary requests may be subject to separate conditions and should be discussed with the booking team before departure.

Transportation and Transfers

The itinerary includes sightseeing in Luxor, Edfu, Kom Ombo, and Aswan. Ground transportation arrangements and their inclusion in the package price must be confirmed in the written offer.

The cruise begins in Luxor and ends in Aswan. Provide your arrival details, hotel location, and preferred drop-off destination when requesting a quote.

Before payment, obtain written confirmation of whether the following are included:

  • Pickup and drop-off in Luxor and Aswan.
  • Transfers between the vessel and sightseeing locations.
  • Airport, train station, or hotel transfers.
  • Transportation for all listed excursions.
  • Entrance tickets for the listed sightseeing sites.
  • Optional excursions and any additional charges.

Information Required for Booking

To receive an accurate quote, please provide:

  • Your preferred departure date.
  • The number of adults and children travelling.
  • Your preferred cabin category and occupancy.
  • Your pickup location and arrival details in Luxor.
  • Your preferred drop-off location and departure details in Aswan.
  • Any dietary requirements or accessibility needs.

The sailing date, cabin availability, final itinerary, included services, and transfer arrangements should be confirmed before payment.

Price and Booking Conditions

The final price depends on the departure date, cabin category, occupancy, seasonal rates, and the services included in the selected package. Request a personalized quote to receive the applicable price for your selected sailing.

Your written offer should specify the total price, currency, cabin category, included meals, entrance tickets, transportation, transfers, and any optional activities or additional charges.

Before confirming your booking, obtain written confirmation of:

  • The total price and applicable currency.
  • Departure date and sailing availability.
  • Cabin category and occupancy.
  • Entrance tickets included and any special-ticket supplements.
  • Included sightseeing transportation and airport or hotel transfers.
  • Optional activities and additional charges.
  • Payment, cancellation, amendment, and refund conditions.
  • Drinks, gratuities, insurance, and personal expenses outside the confirmed package.

No price, discount, or cancellation condition should be treated as guaranteed unless it is stated in the current written offer.

Request Your M/S Renaissance Nile Cruise Quote

Explore Luxor, Edfu, Kom Ombo, and Aswan on a 5-day Nile cruise aboard M/S Renaissance Nile Cruise.

Request a personalized quote by providing your preferred departure date, number of travellers, cabin category, and pickup and drop-off locations.

Your quote should clearly identify the total price and the services included, including meals, entrance tickets, sightseeing transportation, and transfers. If you prefer a specific cabin category or need airport transfers, mention these requirements when submitting your request.

This allows you to compare available cabin options and confirm the full cost and booking conditions before making a commitment.

Included/Excluded

  • The package is planned around four nights of accommodation aboard M/S Renaissance Nile Cruise, with the final cabin category and occupancy specified in the booking confirmation.
  • The itinerary lists breakfast, lunch, and dinner as detailed above. The precise meal inclusions must be confirmed in the final offer.
  • The planned sightseeing program includes Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, Colossi of Memnon, Edfu Temple, Kom Ombo Temple, the Aswan High Dam, Philae Temple, and the Unfinished Obelisk.

Tour Plan

Day 1 : Luxor: Embarkation, Karnak Temple & Luxor Temple

Arrive in Luxor and embark on M/S Renaissance Nile Cruise. Complete check-in and settle into your cabin before enjoying lunch on board.

Karnak Temple

Explore Karnak Temple, one of ancient Egypt's most significant religious complexes. Discover its monumental pylons, sacred precincts, and the Great Hypostyle Hall, which illustrate the religious and architectural importance of ancient Thebes.

Luxor Temple

Continue to Luxor Temple, a historic complex associated with royal ceremonies and the annual Opet Festival. Admire its monumental entrance, statues, columns, and surviving architectural features in the heart of Luxor.

Return to the vessel for dinner and overnight accommodation in Luxor.

Meals: Lunch and dinner
Overnight: M/S Renaissance Nile Cruise in Luxor

Day 2: Luxor West Bank, Esna Lock & Edfu

Enjoy breakfast on board before exploring the archaeological landmarks of Luxor's West Bank.

Valley of the Kings

Visit the Valley of the Kings, the royal burial ground of numerous New Kingdom pharaohs. Learn about royal tombs, ancient Egyptian funerary traditions, and the history of the pharaohs buried in this desert valley. Access to individual tombs depends on the applicable ticket arrangements.

Temple of Queen Hatshepsut

Visit the mortuary temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari. Its terraced architecture and dramatic setting beneath the cliffs make it one of Luxor's most distinctive monuments.

Colossi of Memnon

See the Colossi of Memnon, two monumental statues on Luxor's West Bank. These surviving monuments are among the area's best-known landmarks.

Return to the vessel for lunch and begin sailing toward Esna. Pass through the Esna Lock before continuing the journey toward Edfu.

Enjoy dinner on board and spend the night aboard the cruise vessel.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Overnight: M/S Renaissance Nile Cruise

Day 3: Edfu Temple, Kom Ombo Temple & Sailing Toward Aswan

Enjoy breakfast on board before visiting Edfu Temple, one of the best-preserved ancient temple complexes in Egypt.

Edfu Temple

Explore Edfu Temple, dedicated to Horus, the falcon god. Its monumental gateways, courtyards, and detailed inscriptions offer insight into ancient Egyptian religious beliefs and temple rituals.

Return to the vessel and continue sailing toward Kom Ombo.

Kom Ombo Temple

Visit Kom Ombo Temple, a distinctive ancient complex associated with Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus the Elder. Its unusual layout and surviving reliefs make it one of the notable temple stops along the Nile.

After the visit, continue sailing toward Aswan. Enjoy lunch and dinner on board while the cruise continues along the river.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Overnight: M/S Renaissance Nile Cruise

Day 4: Aswan: High Dam, Philae Temple & Unfinished Obelisk

Continue the journey to Aswan and enjoy breakfast on board. Explore the city's historic and modern landmarks according to the planned sightseeing program.

Aswan High Dam

Visit the Aswan High Dam, a major engineering project that transformed water management along the Nile and contributed to irrigation and electricity generation.

Philae Temple

Continue to Philae Temple, an ancient sanctuary dedicated primarily to the goddess Isis. Discover its monumental architecture, carved reliefs, and religious significance.

The Unfinished Obelisk

Visit the Unfinished Obelisk in Aswan's ancient granite quarry. This enormous monument offers insight into the stoneworking techniques used by ancient Egyptian craftsmen.

Return to the vessel for lunch, followed by dinner and overnight accommodation in Aswan.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Overnight: M/S Renaissance Nile Cruise in Aswan

Day 5: Aswan: Breakfast & Disembarkation

Enjoy breakfast on board before completing check-out and disembarkation.

Your cruise concludes in Aswan. An optional excursion to Abu Simbel Temple may be arranged depending on your schedule, availability, and the arrangements confirmed with the booking team. This excursion is optional and is not part of the standard sightseeing itinerary described above.

After disembarkation, transfer to Aswan Airport, the train station, your hotel, or another agreed destination according to the arrangements confirmed in your booking.

If you require an airport or onward transfer, provide your travel details in advance so that the pickup time and destination can be arranged.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Check-out and disembarkation

The itinerary describes the planned 4-night / 5-day Luxor-to-Aswan journey. Sailing arrangements and sightseeing schedules may change due to operational conditions. Confirm the final itinerary and included services before departure.

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