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04 Nights / 05 Days Luxury Nile Cruise | Luxor to Aswan Nile River Cruise
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At A Glance
Duration: 5 Days / 4 Nights
Route: Luxor → Edfu → Kom Ombo → Aswan
Tour Style: Luxury Lake Nasser Cruise
Departure: Aswan
End Point: Abu Simbel
Guide: Professional Egyptologist
Experience: Remote temples + serene sailing
Summary Itinerary
Day 1 – Luxor: Arrival, embarkation, Karnak & Luxor Temples
Day 2 – West Bank Luxor: Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut, Colossi, Deir el-Medina, sail to Edfu
Day 3 – Edfu & Kom Ombo: Horus Temple, Kom Ombo Temple, sail to Aswan
Day 4 – Aswan: High Dam, Unfinished Obelisk, Philae Temple, sunset felucca
Day 5 – Aswan: Breakfast & disembarkation
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Itinerary
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Day 01 – Luxor: Embarkation & The Temples of Thebes
Your journey begins in Luxor, the ancient city of Thebes, where history rises in monumental form along the Nile. Upon arrival, you are welcomed by your Egyptologist and transferred to your luxury Nile cruise.
After embarkation and lunch on board, step into the vast expanse of Karnak Temple, a sacred complex built over centuries, where towering columns and colossal pylons create a landscape of stone dedicated to the gods.
Continue to Luxor Temple, gracefully aligned along the Nile, where kings once celebrated the renewal of divine power during the Opet Festival.
Return to your cruise as evening settles over the river, and the first night unfolds in quiet elegance.
Overnight: Luxor
- Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Day 02 – West Bank of Luxor: The Realm of Eternity
Cross the Nile to Luxor’s West Bank, where the desert conceals the eternal resting places of Egypt’s greatest rulers.
Explore the Valley of the Kings, where royal tombs descend into the earth, their walls alive with sacred texts and vivid imagery guiding the pharaohs into the afterlife.
Continue to the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, rising in harmonious terraces against the cliffs—a monument of power and vision.
Pause at the Colossi of Memnon, silent guardians of a vanished temple.
In Deir el-Medina, discover the lives of the artisans who built these tombs, their own burial chambers revealing some of the most intimate and detailed artwork in Egypt.
Return to your cruise and begin sailing toward Edfu, as the Nile carries you through a timeless landscape of villages and palm groves.
Overnight: Edfu
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 03 – Edfu & Kom Ombo: Along the Living Nile
Arrive in Edfu and visit the Temple of Horus, one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt. Its monumental gateway leads into a world of symmetry and myth, where ancient rituals and the story of Horus and Seth unfold in carved relief.
Continue sailing south to Kom Ombo, where a rare double temple stands along the river’s edge. Dedicated to Sobek and Horus the Elder, its perfectly balanced design reflects duality in both architecture and belief.
Nearby, the Crocodile Museum offers insight into the cult of Sobek, where mummified crocodiles remain as silent witnesses to ancient devotion.
As the day fades, sail onward to Aswan, where the Nile becomes calmer and more expansive.
Overnight: Aswan
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 04 – Aswan: Serenity & Sacred Landscapes
Awake in Aswan, where the Nile flows gently between granite islands and desert horizons.
Begin at the High Dam, a modern structure that reshaped the Nile and created Lake Nasser.
Continue to the Unfinished Obelisk, where ancient craftsmanship is revealed in raw, unfinished stone.
A short boat ride brings you to Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis. Set on Agilkia Island, the temple appears to rise from the water itself—an elegant sanctuary of myth, devotion, and resilience.
In the afternoon, experience the stillness of the Nile aboard a traditional felucca. As the wind fills the sail and the river reflects the golden light of sunset, the journey slows into one of its most memorable moments.
Return to your cruise for your final evening on board.
Overnight: Aswan
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 05 – Aswan: Disembarkation
After breakfast, disembark your Nile cruise, concluding your journey through Upper Egypt.
You leave with impressions of monumental temples, quiet river landscapes, and a deeper connection to one of the world’s oldest civilizations.
- Meals: Breakfast
Included
- Meet & assist upon arrival and departure
- 4 nights on a luxury Nile cruise
- Full-board meals
- Private Egyptologist guide
- A Felucca sailing experience in Aswan
- All transfers in air-conditioned vehicles
- Entrance fees to all mentioned sites
- All taxes and service charges
Excluded
- Flights (to/from Aswan or Abu Simbel)
- Private access
- Entry visa
- Optional excursions
- Beverages & personal expenses
- Gratuities
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FAQ
How long is the Luxor to Aswan Nile cruise?
The standard itinerary is 4 nights / 5 days, allowing a balanced exploration of key sites between Luxor and Aswan.
What is the best time to take a Nile cruise?
October to April offers the most comfortable weather for sightseeing in Upper Egypt.
Are Nile cruises considered luxury?
Yes. Most operate as floating hotels with fine dining, sun decks, pools, and panoramic Nile views.
Is Abu Simbel included in this itinerary?
No, it is typically offered as an optional excursion from Aswan.
What should I pack for a Nile cruise?
Light clothing, sun protection, and comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
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