3 Nights 4 Days Classic Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor | Egypt Tours

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$664.05$699.00

Duration

4 days

Tour Type

Nile Cruise

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Overview

Experience the timeless magic of river travel on this classic 3-night Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor.

This 4-day journey follows the current downstream, stopping at the six core Pharaonic temples that define Upper Egypt’s ancient heritage. Begin in Aswan with the beautiful island temple of Philae, sail north to the unique double temple of Kom Ombo, explore the best-preserved temple in Egypt at Edfu, and conclude in the world’s greatest open-air museum—Luxor. With 5-star accommodation, full-board dining, an expert Egyptologist guide, and all entrance fees included, this is the quintessential Egyptian experience for travelers with limited time who refuse to compromise on quality

Tour Highlights

Philae Temple – Take a motorboat to the romantic island sanctuary of the goddess Isis, relocated during the UNESCO rescue project
Aswan High Dam – Visit Egypt’s modern engineering marvel that controls the Nile’s annual flood
Unfinished Obelisk – See the massive granite obelisk that cracked during carving, revealing ancient stone-working techniques
Kom Ombo Temple – Explore the unique double temple dedicated to Sobek the crocodile god and Haroeris the falcon god
Edfu Temple – Arrive by horse-drawn carriage to Egypt’s best-preserved temple, dedicated to Horus the falcon god
Valley of the Kings – Enter three royal tombs on Luxor’s West Bank, including the legendary necropolis of the pharaohs
Hatshepsut Temple – Marvel at the dramatic three-tiered mortuary temple of Egypt’s only female pharaoh
Colossi of Memnon – Stand before the iconic 18-meter-high twin stone giants
Karnak Temple Complex – Walk among 134 massive pillars at the largest religious site ever built
Luxor Temple – Admire the stunning riverside temple illuminated in the late afternoon light

Quick Facts

Detail	Information
Duration	4 days / 3 nights
Group type	Small group on a 5-star classic Nile cruise
Guide	English-speaking Egyptologist for all site visits
Included	5-star cruise accommodation, entry tickets, guided tours, transfers
Start point	Your hotel in Aswan or Aswan Airport / Train Station

Included/Exclude

3 nights accommodation on a 5-star deluxe Nile cruise ship
All meals freshly prepared onboard with a variety of Egyptian and international cuisine
Welcome drinks and afternoon tea onboard
Private air-conditioned transfers from your hotel, airport, or train station to the cruise
English-speaking Egyptologist guide for all tours and site visits
Entrance fees to all mentioned sites
Motorboat transfer to Philae Temple
Horse-drawn carriage transfer to Edfu Temple
All service charges and local taxes
Bottled mineral water during tours
24/7 customer support from Egypt TIA Tours

Any drinks with meals (soft drinks, juice, wine, beer, or spirits – available for purchase onboard )
Tipping for guide, cruise crew, and drivers
Entry to Tutankhamun's tomb in the Valley of the Kings
Entry to Seti I tomb in the Valley of the Kings
Hot air balloon ride over Luxor's West Bank
Abu Simbel temples excursion
Personal expenses such as souvenirs, laundry, phone calls, or massage services
Anything not explicitly mentioned in "What's Included"

Tour Plan

Day 1: Aswan – Arrival & Ancient Wonders

Step 1: Pickup from Your Aswan Location

Your Egypt Tours representative will pick you up from your Aswan hotel, Nile cruise, or Aswan International Airport / Train Station. Meet your Egyptologist guide and begin your Aswan sightseeing tour

Step 2: Visit the Aswan High Dam

Visit the Aswan High Dam, Egypt's modern engineering marvel. Learn how this massive project controls the Nile's annual flood, provides electricity to the nation, and created Lake Nasser – one of the largest man-made lakes in the world

Step 3: Visit the Unfinished Obelisk

Explore the Unfinished Obelisk, still lying in its original granite quarry. This massive obelisk cracked during carving, giving archaeologists rare insight into ancient Egyptian stone-working techniques

Step 4: Visit Philae Temple

Take a motorboat across the Nile to the island sanctuary of Philae Temple. This beautiful temple complex, dedicated to the goddess Isis, was painstakingly relocated during the UNESCO rescue project when the High Dam was built Your guide will share the legends of Isis, Osiris, and Horus as you explore this romantic site

Step 5: Board Your Nile Cruise & Lunch

Transfer to the pier and board your 5-star Nile cruise ship. Settle into your comfortable cabin with Nile views. Enjoy a welcome drink and a delicious lunch onboard

Step 6: Afternoon at Leisure – Sail to Kom Ombo

Set sail north along the Nile. Relax on the sun deck, take a dip in the pool, or simply watch rural Egyptian life pass by from your private balcony.

Step 7: Dinner & Overnight Near Kom Ombo

Anchor near Kom Ombo. Enjoy a delicious dinner onboard as the sun sets over the Nile. Tonight, you can enjoy onboard entertainment or simply relax under the stars.

Overnight: 5-star Nile Cruise anchored near Kom Ombo

Meals: Lunch & Dinner (Breakfast not included on Day 1)

Day 2: Kom Ombo Temple – Edfu Temple – Sail to Luxor

Step 8: Breakfast Onboard

Wake to the gentle lapping of the Nile and enjoy breakfast on deck.

Step 9: Visit Kom Ombo Temple

Disembark to explore the unique double temple dedicated to two gods – Sobek the crocodile god and Haroeris the falcon god. The temple is perfectly symmetrical, with two entrances, two hypostyle halls, and two sanctuaries Visit the small Crocodile Museum to see mummified crocodiles discovered in nearby tombs

Step 10: Return to Cruise & Sail to Edfu

Return to the cruise and enjoy the scenic sail toward Edfu. Lunch is served onboard while you take in the lush river landscapes.

Step 11: Visit Edfu Temple – Temple of Horus

Take a traditional horse-drawn carriage (included) to the Temple of Horus at Edfu-8. This is one of the best-preserved temples in all of Egypt – remarkably intact because it was buried under desert sand for centuries. Walk through the massive pylon gates, admire the black granite statue of Horus, and explore the well-preserved reliefs depicting the eternal battle between Horus and Set

Step 12: Return to Cruise & Sail Toward Luxor

Return to the cruise and continue sailing north toward Luxor. Enjoy the peaceful rhythm of the river and watch the sun set over palm-fringed villages.

Step 13: Dinner & Overnight in Luxor

Arrive in Luxor and anchor for the night. Enjoy dinner onboard. Optionally, take an evening stroll along the Nile Corniche.

Overnight: 5-star Nile Cruise docked in Luxor

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 3: Luxor West Bank – Valley of the Kings

Step 14: Breakfast Onboard

Enjoy your breakfast onboard before the day's exploration.

Step 15: West Bank Tour – Valley of the Kings

Cross to Luxor's West Bank and enter the legendary Valley of the Kings. Your ticket includes entry to 3 royal tombs of your choice (excluding Tutankhamun and Seti I)-6. Your guide will help you select the best open tombs and explain the meaning behind the stunning funerary art

Step 16: Temple of Queen Hatshepsut

Visit the dramatic three-tiered mortuary temple of Egypt's only female pharaoh Marvel at the architecture that blends seamlessly into the surrounding cliffs while your guide shares the story of Hatshepsut's rise to power and her eventual erasure from history.

Step 17: Colossi of Memnon

Stop for photos at the two massive 18-meter-high quartzite statues that once guarded Amenhotep III's mortuary temple

Step 18: Return to Cruise for Lunch

Return to the cruise and enjoy lunch onboard.

Step 19: Afternoon at Leisure

Enjoy a free afternoon on the cruise. Relax by the pool, enjoy afternoon tea on the sun deck, or explore Luxor's East Bank on your own.

Step 21: Dinner & Overnight in Luxor

Enjoy your final dinner onboard. Overnight docked in Luxor.

Overnight: 5-star Nile Cruise docked in Luxor

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 4: Luxor East Bank – Disembarkation

Step 22: Breakfast & Check-out

Enjoy your final breakfast onboard and check out of your cabin.

Step 23: East Bank Tour – Karnak Temple

Visit the magnificent Karnak Temple Complex – the largest religious structure ever built-8. Walk through the Avenue of Sphinxes, stand beneath the 134 towering columns of the Hypostyle Hall, see the sacred lake, and explore the obelisks of Hatshepsut and Thutmose I. Your guide will explain how generations of pharaohs added their mark over 1,500 years.

Step 24: Visit Luxor Temple

Explore the beautiful Luxor Temple, dedicated to the rejuvenation of kingship. Admire the massive statues of Ramesses II, walk along the Avenue of Sphinxes, and see the Roman frescoes hidden inside this ancient temple

Step 25: Transfer to Your Luxor Destination

Disembark from the cruise for the final time. Your private driver will transfer you to Luxor International Airport, your Luxor hotel, or your next destination. Tour ends.

Meals: Breakfast - lunch