5 Day Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan – 4 Nights
Duration
5 Days
Max People
12
Min Age
+1
Pickup
Private Car
Experience the highlights of ancient Egypt on a 5-day, 4-night Nile cruise from Luxor to Aswan. This journey combines visits to some of Egypt’s most famous archaeological sites with the experience of sailing along the Nile River.
Explore the monumental temples of Karnak and Luxor, discover the royal tombs of the Valley of the Kings, and visit the temples of Edfu, Kom Ombo, and Philae. The itinerary also includes the Temple of Hatshepsut, the Colossi of Memnon, the Aswan High Dam, and the Unfinished Obelisk.
Your journey begins in Luxor and concludes in Aswan, with four nights aboard a Nile cruise ship. An optional excursion to Abu Simbel may be arranged on the final day if your departure schedule allows.
The exact sailing times, overnight locations, sightseeing arrangements, and included services depend on the confirmed cruise departure and booking package.
Tour Highlights
- Enjoy a 5-day, 4-night Nile cruise from Luxor to Aswan.
- Explore Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple.
- Discover the royal tombs of the Valley of the Kings.
- Visit Hatshepsut Temple and the Colossi of Memnon on Luxor’s West Bank.
- Explore Edfu Temple, dedicated to the ancient Egyptian god Horus.
- Visit Kom Ombo Temple, associated with Sobek and Horus the Elder.
- Discover Philae Temple, the Aswan High Dam, and the Unfinished Obelisk.
- Experience sailing along the Nile between historic destinations.
- Add an optional Abu Simbel excursion, subject to availability and onward travel arrangements.
Cruise Accommodation and Meals
The itinerary is planned around four nights aboard a Nile cruise ship. Accommodation details, cabin category, meal arrangements, and onboard facilities should be confirmed for the selected departure.
The daily program includes meals on board as outlined in the itinerary. The final booking offer should specify the meals provided, any dietary arrangements available, and whether drinks are included or charged separately.
Important Information
- Duration: 5 days and 4 nights.
- Starting point: Luxor, Egypt.
- Ending point: Aswan, Egypt.
- Accommodation: Four nights aboard a Nile cruise ship.
- Itinerary: The order and timing of visits may vary according to the confirmed sailing schedule.
- Day 1 sightseeing: Both Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple depend on arrival and embarkation times.
- Entrance tickets: Confirm which archaeological site tickets are included in your package.
- Abu Simbel: An optional excursion subject to availability, additional arrangements, and onward travel times.
- Departure arrangements: Confirm your disembarkation time before booking onward flights or train journeys.
- Booking conditions: Review the departure date, cabin availability, total price, included services, and cancellation policy before confirming your reservation.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the Nile cruise from Luxor to Aswan?
The cruise is planned for five days and four nights, starting in Luxor and ending in Aswan.
Which archaeological sites are included in the itinerary?
The planned sightseeing covers Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, the Colossi of Memnon, Edfu Temple, Kom Ombo Temple, Philae Temple, the Aswan High Dam, and the Unfinished Obelisk. The final visits depend on the confirmed cruise schedule and booking package.
Does the cruise include four nights on board?
Yes, the advertised itinerary is structured around four nights aboard a Nile cruise ship. Confirm the selected ship, cabin category, and embarkation arrangements when booking.
Is Abu Simbel included in the cruise price?
Abu Simbel is presented as an optional excursion on Day 5. Whether it is available, and whether any cost is included, depends on the selected package and your onward travel arrangements.
Are entrance tickets included?
Entrance tickets should be checked against the final booking offer. Confirm which sites are covered by the price and whether any additional tickets or optional visits require separate payment.
Are meals included during the cruise?
The itinerary includes meals on board, but the exact meal plan must be confirmed for the selected cruise. Check the booking terms for included meals, drinks, and any additional charges.
Where does the cruise start and finish?
The planned route begins in Luxor and ends in Aswan. The exact embarkation and disembarkation times depend on the selected departure.
Can the sightseeing schedule change?
Yes. The order of visits and sailing times may vary according to the vessel’s operating schedule and local conditions. The confirmed itinerary for your departure should determine the final arrangements.
What should I confirm before booking?
Confirm the departure date, cruise ship, cabin category, total price, entrance tickets, meals, transfers, guide services, optional excursions, and cancellation terms.
Book Your 4-Night Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan
Discover the temples, royal tombs, and historic landscapes of Upper Egypt on a five-day journey along the Nile.
Before confirming your reservation, review the available departure dates, cruise accommodation, sightseeing arrangements, included services, and total price.
Plan your Nile cruise from Luxor to Aswan and explore the ancient wonders of Upper Egypt in five days and four nights.
Included/Excluded
- Four nights of accommodation aboard the selected Nile cruise ship.
- Meals included in the confirmed cruise package.
- Sightseeing visits included in the selected itinerary.
- Entrance tickets to the archaeological sites, if included.
- Transfers between the agreed meeting points and the cruise ship, if included.
- Tour guide services, if included.
- International or domestic flights.
- Entrance tickets not covered by the selected package.
- Optional excursions, including Abu Simbel, if charged separately.
- Drinks and personal expenses, where not included.
- Tips and gratuities, where applicable.
- Transfers or accommodation outside the agreed itinerary.
Tour Plan
Arrive in Luxor and board your Nile cruise ship according to the confirmed embarkation arrangements. Complete check-in and enjoy lunch on board.
Afterward, begin exploring Luxor’s East Bank, home to two of Egypt’s most important ancient temple complexes.
Karnak Temple
Visit Karnak Temple, an extensive religious complex developed over many centuries by successive pharaohs. Walk among its monumental columns, courtyards, and sacred structures while discovering the religious traditions and royal history of ancient Thebes.
Luxor Temple
Continue to Luxor Temple, located in the center of modern Luxor. Admire its monumental entrance, statues, and architectural features associated with ancient Egyptian royal ceremonies.
Return to the cruise ship for dinner and an overnight stay on board in Luxor.
The East Bank visits are subject to your arrival time, embarkation arrangements, and the confirmed cruise schedule. If both visits cannot be completed on Day 1, the final sightseeing arrangements must be confirmed with the operator.
Enjoy breakfast on board before exploring the principal archaeological sites on Luxor’s West Bank.
Valley of the Kings
Discover the Valley of the Kings, the royal burial ground where many New Kingdom pharaohs were laid to rest. Its rock-cut tombs contain decorated chambers, inscriptions, and scenes connected with ancient Egyptian beliefs about the afterlife. Access to individual tombs depends on the applicable entrance arrangements.
Temple of Hatshepsut
Visit the mortuary temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari. Built against a dramatic limestone cliff, the temple is distinguished by its terraces, colonnades, and carefully arranged architectural design.
Colossi of Memnon
Stop at the Colossi of Memnon, two monumental statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III that remain among the recognizable landmarks of Luxor’s West Bank.
Return to the cruise ship for lunch before sailing toward Esna. The vessel passes through the Esna Lock as it continues along the Nile toward Edfu.
Enjoy dinner on board and spend the night aboard the ship according to the confirmed sailing itinerary.
After breakfast on board, visit Edfu Temple, one of the best-preserved temples from ancient Egypt.
Edfu Temple
Dedicated to Horus, the falcon-headed god, Edfu Temple is known for its monumental gateway, large courtyards, columned halls, and detailed inscriptions. The temple provides an opportunity to explore ancient Egyptian religious architecture and traditions.
Return to the cruise ship and continue sailing toward Kom Ombo. Enjoy lunch on board as the Nile landscape unfolds along the route.
Kom Ombo Temple
Visit Kom Ombo Temple, situated on the eastern bank of the Nile. The temple is notable for its association with two principal deities: Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus the Elder. Its distinctive layout and carved reliefs make it an important archaeological stop between Edfu and Aswan.
After the visit, return to the ship for dinner and an overnight stay on board.
The sequence of the Edfu and Kom Ombo visits, the sailing times, and the overnight location must be aligned with the confirmed cruise schedule.
Continue your Nile cruise toward Aswan according to the vessel’s operating schedule. After the planned arrival arrangements, explore three important landmarks that reveal different aspects of Egypt’s ancient and modern history.
Philae Temple
Visit Philae Temple, dedicated primarily to the goddess Isis. Relocated to Agilkia Island as part of an international effort to protect Nubian monuments from rising water levels, the temple is known for its elegant architecture, carved reliefs, and island setting.
Aswan High Dam
Discover the Aswan High Dam, a major engineering project that transformed the management of the Nile’s water resources. Learn about its role in flood control, water storage, and hydroelectric power generation.
Unfinished Obelisk
Visit the Unfinished Obelisk in Aswan’s ancient granite quarries. This enormous unfinished monument illustrates the stone-working methods used by ancient Egyptian craftsmen and provides insight into the challenges of carving and transporting monumental stone structures.
Return to the cruise ship for dinner and an overnight stay on board in Aswan.
The sightseeing order and the time available at each location depend on the ship’s arrival time and confirmed shore-excursion arrangements.
Enjoy breakfast on board before checking out and disembarking from the cruise ship.
Optional Abu Simbel Excursion
If your travel schedule allows, you may arrange an optional excursion to Abu Simbel. The site is famous for the monumental rock-cut temples commissioned by Pharaoh Ramesses II, including the Great Temple and the smaller temple dedicated to Queen Nefertari and associated with the goddess Hathor.
This excursion requires additional travel time and separate arrangements. It is not included in the standard itinerary unless explicitly confirmed in your booking package.
Transfer to Your Next Destination
After disembarkation, arrange onward transportation to Aswan Airport, Aswan railway station, your hotel, or another agreed destination.
Your 5-day Nile cruise from Luxor to Aswan concludes in Aswan.
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