Have an amazing 4-day Nile River Cruise from Aswan to Luxor to Luxor with Abu simble, where the soul of the ancient Egyptian civilization is found. Discover the beauty of history represented in the ancient temples and tombs
Duration
1 Day Trip
Tour Type
Private
Transportation
Bus
Description
Have an amazing 4-day Nile River Cruise from Aswan to Luxor to Luxor with Abu simble, where the soul of the ancient Egyptian civilization is found. Discover the beauty of history represented in the ancient temples and tombs.
Please remember to bring
- Hat
- Passports
- Sunglasses
Prices
Prices are quoted in US Dollars per person per trip except during Christmas, New Year & Easter holidays.
Children Policy:
0 – 01.99 Free of Charge
2 – 05.99 pay 25% of tour price
6 – 11.99 pay 50% of tour price
12+ pay full tour price as per adult person.
Notes :
Child pricing applies to children who share rooms with their parents (Max 2 Children in one Room)
Included/Excluded
- Meet and assist service upon arrival & departure
- An assistance of our personnel during your stay and excursions
- Transfer your hotel to the airport and airport to the cruise
- All transfers by modern air-conditioned deluxe vehicle
- Accommodation for 3 nights on a deluxe 5-star cruise on full board
- All Nile Cruise excursions as mentioned in the itinerary
- Entrance fees to all sights between Luxor and Aswan
- English-speaking Egyptologist guide during your excursions
- Any extras
- Drinks in the restaurant
- Abu simble trip
Tour Itinerary
Day 1 -Aswan attractions
Our representative will pick you up from the hotel in Aswan or Aswan airport. Transfer to board your Nile cruise. Lunch on board of the Nile Cruise, proceed
Visit of Aswan including the Temple of Philae and tour by Felucca around Elephantine, the High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk
Phiala temple:
Built to honor the goddess Isis, this was the last temple built in the classical Egyptian style. Construction began around 690 BC, and it was one of the last outposts where the goddess was worshipped.
The High Dam :
Aswan High Dam is a rock-fill dam located at the northern border between Egypt and Sudan. The dam is fed by the River Nile and the reservoir forms Lake Nasser. Construction for the project began in 1960 and was completed in 1968. It was officially inaugurated in 1971.
The Unfinished Obelisk :
Aswan was the source of ancient Egypt’s finest granite, used to make statues and embellish temples, pyramids, and obelisks. The large unfinished obelisk in the Northern Quarries has provided valuable insight into how these monuments were created, although the full construction process is still not entirely clear. Three sides of the shaft, nearly 42m long, were completed except for the inscriptions. At 1168 tonnes, the completed obelisk would have been the single heaviest piece of stone the Egyptians ever fashioned.
12:00 lunch on board of the Cruise
at 16:00 sailing trip with Felucca around Elphinatine island and Visit Lord Kitchener island
Optional trip Then visit the Nubian village
The Nubian village is one of Aswan's attractions. It's worth visiting and spending 2 hours. The place is very authentic and genuine, Colorful and artistic, the Aswan Nubian Village is a must visit to experience a traditional and very unique lifestyle. The Village is very colorful. Nubian Village will surprise you in every corner! While walking in the village, you will straight away feel the soul of this place!
Dinner &overnight on board the Cruise
Day 2 - Abu Simbel and Kom Ombo temples
Breakfast and lunch onboard the cruise
Abu Simbel temple s:
The two temples of Ramses the Second and the Queen Nefertari were carved out of the Mountain on the west bank of the Nile between 1274 and 1244 B.c, The Great Temple was dedicated to Ramses the Second, Ra-Harakhty, Amun Ra, and Ptah, with 4 Colossal statues, The second temple was dedicated to Queen Nefertari and Goddess Hathor, the two temples were dismantled stone by stone and rebuilt on higher ground, The preservation of the two temples of Abu Simbel must Rank as the greatest Achievement of the Unesco
13:00 sail to Kom Ombo
The Temple of Kom Ombo:
The temple and the associated settlement site are located 40 K.m north of Aswan, the temple was dedicated to the deities Sobek and Horus and date mainly to the Ptolemaic and Roman periods (332 B.b -395 A.c)
Sail to Edfu-Overnight in Edfu
Dinner &overnight on board the Cruise
Day 3 - Edfu and Luxor
Breakfast on the board on the Nile cruise, Breakfast on the Nile Cruise, Visit the Edfu
Edfu temple :
Upper Egyptian site dominated by a large well -Preserved temple, dedicated to the hawk-God Horus, The Construction of Ptolemaic temple of Horus, which was founded on the site of a much earlier temple, dated to the period between the reigns of Ptolemy the Third(246 B.c), The descriptions on the walls include the Myth of contending of Horus and Seth(Probably performed annually as a religious Drama.
Sail to Luxor through Esna lock
Visit Luxor temple
Luxor Temple located on the east bank of Nile River in the city called luxor , it was known in the egyption language as Luxor Temple :
Largely built by the New Kingdom Pharaoh Amenhotep the Third and Completed by King Tutankhamon and the Great King Ramses the second, The First pylon was raised by Ramses the second and Decorated with His Military Battle of Kadesh.
Dinner &overnight on board the Cruise.
Galabyia Party.
Day 4 - Disembarkation in Luxor - Fly to Aswan
Optional trip Balloon ride over the Valley of the Kings 120 $ per person:
Get your cameras ready for a stunning balloon ride over the historic town of Luxor. Catch the rays of the early morning sun illuminating the city and its surrounding mountains. Get a bird's eye view of Luxor's ancient sites from aboard a hot air balloon
Breakfast on board the Nile cruise. Visit the west bank of the Nile Including:
Valley of the Kings :
The final resting place of Egypt's rulers from the 18th to 20th dynasty, it is home to tombs including the great pharaoh Ramses II and boy pharaoh Tutankhamun .
The tombs were well stocked with all the material goods a ruler might need in the next world. Most of the decoration inside the tombs is still well preserved.
Optional Extra tombs:
The tomb of Tutankhamun :
The tomb of Tutankhamun is the only tomb in the Valley of the Kings that was discovered nearly intact in 1922. The discoverer of his tomb was Howard Carter. Tut's famous golden mask is on display at the Egyptian Museum inAswan, but here you have the opportunity to be amazed at the royal mummy of the young king.
The Tomb of Ramses VI:
The Tomb of One of the largest and most beautifully decorated monuments in the Valley of the Kings is the Tomb of Ramses VI, tomb. Ramses VI took it over from the pharaoh who originally designed it, his nephew and predecessor, Ramses V.
Hatshepsut Temple:
It is one of the most beautiful & best preserved of all of the temples of Ancient Egypt. The temple was built on three levels with two wide ramps in a central position joining the levels together.
Colossi of Memnon :
Two massive stone statues of King Amenhotep III are the only remains of a complete mortuary temple. The statues are made from blocks of quartzite sandstone which exist inAswan and then moved 700 KM to Luxor
Optional trip to the Valley of the Queens :
The Valley of the Queens is home to more than 75 royal tombs. You'll find an array of queens, princesses and princes buried here, and one of Egypt's most elaborate tombs – the tomb of Nefertari (No. 66) – resides within this valley. Though most of the tombs have been ransacked throughout the years, many still feature bright paintings on their walls. You can add a Ticket to the tomb of Queen Nefertari.
Lunch will be served in Luxor.
Drive to the airport fly to Aswan.
17 reviews for 4 Days Nile River Cruise From Aswan To Luxor
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Ella Scott –
Floating Hotel, Temple Hopping, and Epic Sunsets
It really did feel like living in a floating hotel. The rooms were cozy, the views were nonstop, and the guides had an answer for everything — even our weird questions about mummies. Abu Simbel was unforgettable, and the sunsets made my camera work overtime.
Benjamin Lee –
A Country Guy’s Take on Cruising Through Egypt
Coming from a small Midwestern town, I didn’t know what to expect. But man, did this blow my mind. The temples looked like something out of a fantasy novel. I loved that everything was planned but still chill — no rushing. The Nile at sunset was probably the most peaceful thing I’ve ever seen.
Sophia Reed –
From Zero Knowledge to Pharaoh Expert in Four Days
I knew almost nothing about ancient Egypt before this cruise, and now I can name at least five gods and three tombs like a pro. The guides were storytellers, not just reciters. And the cruise itself? Fluffy pillows, AC that actually works, and food that made me want to ask for the recipe.
Daniel Cooper –
Culture, Comfort, and Camels (Yes, We Rode One Too!)
If you’re a sucker for ancient ruins and warm hospitality, this is your trip. Between cruising down the Nile, visiting Luxor Temple at night, and snapping selfies with camels near Aswan, we were living our best explorer lives. The staff was so friendly, they even taught us some Arabic phrases.
Lily Anderson –
The Nile Cruise That Made Me Forget My Phone
For four days, I forgot all about Wi-Fi and emails — that’s how good this cruise was. The view from the deck was like a painting that kept changing colors. The temples? Massive and mystical. And the cherry on top was that hot air balloon ride in Luxor — it was the first time I actually said “wow” out loud.
Mason King –
History Nerd’s Paradise with Soft Pillows and Killer Views
I booked the cruise for the ancient history, but stayed for the comfort. We visited temples that looked like they were frozen in time. The best part? Coming back to a cozy room and falling asleep to the gentle rocking of the Nile. Pure magic.
Ava Mitchell –
From Aswan to Luxor – Four Days of Wow
Everything was just… wow. The temples, the tombs, the balloon ride over Luxor — all incredible. But what surprised me most was how relaxing the cruise was. The crew even surprised us with a cake on our anniversary.
Ethan Parker –
Fun, History, and Floating Luxury – What More Can You Want
The cruise gave us a perfect blend of guided tours and time to chill. I learned more about ancient Egypt in four days than in all my school years. My favorite part? Sunset tea on the deck after a day of exploring.
Isabella Hayes –
From the Farm to the Pharaohs – Best Vacation Ever
We came from a small farming town and didn’t expect to enjoy this level of luxury. But wow! The cruise was smooth, the staff was so kind, and seeing the tombs in the Valley of the Kings made us feel tiny in the best way.
Jacob White –
Relaxing Nile Vibes With a Splash of Ancient Drama
This trip was the ultimate unplug-from-the-world adventure. I didn’t even check my phone for two days — unheard of for me! Between the sunrises on the river and the grandeur of Luxor temples, it was like living in a movie.
Olivia Brooks –
Cruising the Nile in Egyptian Elegance
From the moment we stepped onboard, everything felt five-star. The rooms were spotless, the food was fresh and flavorful, and the sites we visited were jaw-dropping. Karnak Temple was a highlight — photos don’t do it justice.
Noah Thompson –
Unexpectedly Hilarious and Beautiful – Great for First-Time Visitors
We didn’t expect to laugh this much. Our guide had jokes for days and still managed to explain every Pharaoh’s backstory. The cruise was smooth, and the entertainment onboard was a fun surprise — belly dancing night was a blast.
Madison Greene –
Luxury Meets Adventure on the Nile – Our Favorite Trip Yet
There’s something magical about drifting along the Nile with a drink in hand, passing palm trees and ancient temples. From the hot air balloon ride over Luxor to the comfy beds and spa on the ship, this was both a vacation and an education. The crew treated us like family.
Lucas Bennett –
Abu Simbel Was Worth Waking Up at 4 AM For
I’m not usually a morning person, but this cruise made me reconsider that. The early trip to Abu Simbel? TOTALLY worth it. The guide made the history come alive, and the carvings were so impressive it gave me goosebumps. The cruise ship was smooth, classy, and the sun deck was my happy place every afternoon.
Emma Carson –
Sailing in Style: Ancient Temples, Five-Star Comfort, and Pure Nile Magic
We cruised from Aswan to Luxor and felt like royalty the entire time. The room had a balcony with Nile views that were just surreal at sunrise. The temple visits felt like walking through a time machine. Loved how the itinerary was paced — exciting but not exhausting. And oh, the food… Egyptian cuisine onboard is officially my new favorite!
Emily jones –
“A dream come true! The cruise was comfortable and the food was delicious. The visits to the temples were informative and engaging. The crew made sure we had everything we needed. A must-do for history enthusiasts.”
Michael smith –
“A luxurious way to explore Egypt’s ancient wonders. The cruise ship was top-notch, and the excursions were well-organized. Abu Simbel’s grandeur was awe-inspiring. The entire experience was both educational and relaxing.”