Aswan To Luxor
A Nile cruise from Luxor to Aswan is a classic Egyptian voyage lasting 3 to 5 days. Your floating hotel sails south, stopping at magnificent temples and tombs including Karnak, Luxor Temple, the Valley of the Kings, Edfu Temple, Kom Ombo Temple, and Philae Temple near Aswan. The cruise includes meals, guided tours, and time to relax on deck as you travel between these ancient wonders without the hassle of constant hotel changes.
Package Overview
A Nile cruise from Luxor to Aswan is a classic Egyptian voyage lasting 3 to 5 days. Your floating hotel sails south, stopping at magnificent temples and tombs including Karnak, Luxor Temple, the Valley of the Kings, Edfu Temple, Kom Ombo Temple, and Philae Temple near Aswan. The cruise includes meals, guided tours, and time to relax on deck as you travel between these ancient wonders without the hassle of constant hotel changes.
Itinerary / Full Details
- Day 1 – Arrival in Aswan & East Bank Highlights
- Morning/Afternoon: Board your cruise ship in Aswan. Lunch on board.
- Afternoon excursions:
- - High Dam
- - Philae Temple (reached by a short boat ride)
- Optional (if time permits): Unfinished Obelisk
- Evening: Dinner and overnight on board in Aswan.
- Day 2 – Kom Ombo & Sail to Edfu
- Morning: Sail north towards Kom Ombo. Breakfast on board.
- Late Morning / Early Afternoon: Arrive at Kom Ombo Temple (double temple for Sobek and Horus).
- Afternoon: Continue sailing to Edfu. Lunch on board.
- Late Afternoon: Arrive in Edfu, dock overnight.
- Evening: Dinner on board.
- Day 3 – Edfu Temple, Sail to Luxor & Luxor Temple by Night
- Early Morning (approx. 7:00 AM): Visit Edfu Temple (Horus Temple) by horse-drawn carriage.
- Mid-Morning: Return to ship, sail north towards Luxor.
- Afternoon: Pass through Esna Lock.
- Late Afternoon: Arrive in Luxor.
- Evening (after dinner): Luxor Temple illuminated. Overnight on board in Luxor.
- Day 4 – West Bank, Karnak & Disembarkation
- Early Morning: Check out, then West Bank tour:
- - Valley of the Kings (3 tombs included)
- - Temple of Hatshepsut
- - Colossi of Memnon (photo stop)
- Mid-Day: Return to East Bank. Optional lunch.
- Afternoon: Visit Karnak Temple (largest religious complex).
- Late Afternoon: Transfer to Luxor airport or train station for departure.
- Optional Add-ons
- - Abu Simbel: Early morning (approx. 4:00 AM) on Day 2 by road from Aswan, returning around noon, then sail to Kom Ombo same afternoon.
- - Hot air balloon: Sunrise on Day 4 over Luxor's West Bank (adjust West Bank tour timing accordingly).
Included
- Accommodation for 3 nights on a 5-star Nile cruise ship.
- Full-board meals: breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
- All-inclusive trips with a professional Egyptologist tour guide.
- All transfers in a modern, air-conditioned vehicle.
- A meet and assist service upon arrival and departure.
- All service charges and taxes.
- Entrance fees to the historical sites between Aswan and Luxor.
Exact inclusions may vary slightly based on your travel dates and preferences. Our team will confirm everything before you book.
Excluded
- Tipping for the cruise crew, guides, and drivers (Baksheesh).
- Drinks (including water and soft drinks) and any additional meals.
- Any optional tours, such as the trip to Abu Simbel or a hot air balloon ride over Luxor.
- Personal expenses, such as laundry, the minibar, or spa treatments.
- International flights and entry visa fees for Egypt.
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