5-Days Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan: Denderah & Abydos Included | Egypt Tours
Overview
Sail beyond the classic route. Discover Egypt’s most sacred temples—including the hidden gems of Denderah and Abydos—on a premium Nile journey from Luxor to Aswan.
Tour Overview
Experience the Nile like never before. This 5-day luxury cruise takes you beyond the standard itinerary to include two of Egypt’s most spectacular and spiritually significant temples—Denderah and Abydos. Glide along the legendary river, explore beautifully preserved tombs and temples, and immerse yourself in ancient history—all while enjoying five-star comfort on the water.
Tour Highlights
Exclusive temple visits – The Temple of Hathor at Denderah and Temple of Seti I at Abydos
Luxor’s West Bank – Valley of the Kings, Temple of Hatshepsut, and Colossi of Memnon
Luxor’s East Bank – Karnak Temple Complex and elegant Luxor Temple
Edfu & Kom Ombo – Temples dedicated to Horus the falcon god and Sobek the crocodile god
Aswan discoveries – Philae Temple, the High Dam, and optional Abu Simbel excursion
Included/Exclude
5-night 5-star Nile cruise accommodation
All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) + bottled water
Expert Egyptologist guide
All temple entries: Dendera, Abydos, Valley of Kings, Karnak, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Philae
All transfers: private vehicles, horse carriage, felucca, motorboats
Onboard entertainment: Nubian show, Galabeya party
International flights & Egypt visa ($25)
Travel insurance & personal expenses
Optional tours (Abu Simbel, hot air balloon)
Tips for guide and crew
Alcoholic beverages & mini-bar
Tour Plan
Morning: Step into history at majestic Luxor Temple - walk through pharaoh's footsteps
Afternoon: Marvel at Karnak Temple - Egypt's largest open-air museum with colossal columns
Evening: Begin your luxury cruise adventure - welcome cocktail and gourmet dinner
Full Day: Exclusive access to Dendera Temple Complex - explore the magnificent Temple of Hathor
Discover Abydos Temple - sacred site of Osiris with stunning reliefs
Lunch at local restaurant during the tour
Evening: Return to cruise, relax with Nile views
Morning: Unlock mysteries in the legendary Valley of the Kings - discover royal tombs
Afternoon: Witness Hatshepsut's masterpiece - the stunning terraced temple
Evening: Sail into sunset - authentic Egyptian entertainment under the stars
Morning: Experience Edfu Temple - ride horse carriages to Egypt's best-preserved sanctuary
Afternoon: Discover Kom Ombo's magic - the unique double temple on Nile's banks
Evening: Traditional Galabeya party - dress like Egyptians and dance the night away
Morning: Modern marvels meet ancient wonders - High Dam & magical Philae Temple
Afternoon: Ancient engineering secrets - the massive Unfinished Obelisk
Evening: Romantic felucca sail - glide on the Nile as the sun sets
Farewell dinner on board













