Nile Cruise Luxor Aswan – 4 Days / 3 Nights from Aswan
The 3-night program is the shortest Nile cruise package available. It usually starts in Aswan and ends in Luxor. Very few cruises operate the 3-night route from Luxor to Aswan. This package is ideal for travelers who are short on time or want to visit multiple cities during a brief vacation of less than 7 nights.
Passengers on the Nile Cruise Luxor Aswan enjoy delicious full-board meals aboard the ship. Expect to be delighted with the tastiest Egyptian and international dishes, prepared by top culinary professionals in Egypt.
Tourists booking a Nile Cruise to Luxor and Aswan also experience the charm of sailing the Nile with a refreshing breeze while watching Egyptian farmers go about their daily lives.
A Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor is a wonderful journey that every traveler to Egypt should experience at least once. The sailing is magical, the monuments are breathtaking, the entertainment programs are engaging, and the onboard services meet the highest standards of quality.
Guests spend their mornings exploring the grandeur of ancient Egypt and visiting incredible monuments, while in the evenings, most cruises offer wonderful entertainment including belly dancing, Tanoura shows, live music, costume parties, and fun competitions among guests.
Price on request
- Book Online and pay on site
- Pick-up from the lobby of your hotel
- English speaking guide
- Insurance included
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| Duration | Trip Type | Availability |
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| 4 days | Individually | Every day |
Highlights of Nile Cruise Luxor Aswan
- Abu Simbel Temples
- High Dam
- Unfinished Obelisk
- Philae Temple
- Kom Ombo Temple
- Edfu Temple
- Colossi of Memnon
- Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut
- Valley of the Kings
- Luxor Temple
- Karnak Temple
Description for Nile Cruise Luxor Aswan
First day - Arrival in Aswan
You will be picked up from your hotel in Aswan and transferred to your Nile cruise ship. After embarkation and lunch, your guided tour will begin with visits to the Philae Temple, High Dam, and Unfinished Obelisk, plus a felucca ride around Elephantine Island.
Philae Temple:
Dedicated to the goddess Isis, Philae was the last temple built in classical Egyptian style. Construction began around 690 BC, and the temple remained one of the last active worship sites of the ancient gods.
High Dam:
Built between 1960 and 1971, the Aswan High Dam regulates Nile flooding and created Lake Nasser. It lies on the border between Egypt and Sudan and is considered a major engineering feat.
Unfinished Obelisk:
Located in the northern granite quarries of Aswan, this massive obelisk—had it been completed—would have weighed 1,168 tons. It offers great insights into ancient Egyptian stone-carving techniques.
Optional Nubian Village Visit:
Enjoy a 2-hour visit to a colorful and authentic Nubian village. Full of art, culture, and warm hospitality, it’s a unique experience worth your time in Aswan.
Second day - Abu Simbel Temples – Overnight on Board
Early morning departure around 3:00 AM by private air-conditioned vehicle to visit one of Egypt’s most iconic landmarks: Abu Simbel Temples (approx. 3 hours each way).
Abu Simbel Temples:
Carved into the mountainside by Ramses II around 1264 BC, the massive temple is renowned for its four seated colossi guarding the entrance. Inside, statues of Amun-Ra, Ra-Horakhty, Ptah, and a deified Ramses II reside. Twice a year—on February 22 and October 22—the sun’s rays penetrate the temple to light up these statues, a feat of architectural genius.
Temple of Nefertari:
This smaller rock-cut temple is dedicated to the goddess Hathor and Queen Nefertari, the great wife of Ramses II. Her statues are uniquely as tall as the king’s—an extraordinary gesture in ancient art.
Both temples were relocated in 1968 due to the construction of the High Dam and are now UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Third day - Kom Ombo & Edfu Temples – Overnight on Board
After breakfast, continue sailing to Kom Ombo and Edfu, accompanied by your Egyptologist guide.
Kom Ombo Temple:
Uniquely dedicated to two gods—Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus the Elder—this temple reflects the ancient Egyptian concept of duality. Its symmetrical design and well-preserved reliefs offer insight into religious life in ancient Egypt.
Edfu Temple:
Located on the Nile’s west bank, this Ptolemaic temple is one of Egypt’s best-preserved sanctuaries. Dedicated to the falcon-headed god Horus, construction began under Ptolemy III in 237 BC and was completed over 180 years. Built on the site of an older temple, Edfu showcases incredible architectural grandeur and symbolic carvings.
Fourth day - Luxor
After breakfast, disembark and begin your guided tour of Luxor’s West and East Banks.
Karnak Temple:
One of the largest religious complexes ever built, Karnak served as a religious center for over 2,000 years. Expanded by many Pharaohs—like Ramses II and Hatshepsut—it was dedicated mainly to Amun-Ra. With massive columns, sacred lakes, and towering pylons, Karnak is an awe-inspiring site.
Valley of the Kings:
Located on Luxor’s west bank, this valley was the royal burial ground for New Kingdom pharaohs, including Tutankhamun. The tombs are decorated with vivid scenes from Egyptian mythology.
Hatshepsut Temple:
Rising from the desert in dramatic terraces, this mortuary temple honors Queen Hatshepsut, one of Egypt’s most powerful female rulers. Set against limestone cliffs, it’s one of Egypt’s most beautiful temples.
Colossi of Memnon:
These two massive stone statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III once guarded his mortuary temple and remain as iconic markers of ancient Thebes.
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All our Nile Cruise Luxor Aswan packages are tailored by professional travel consultants to make your journey unforgettable. Travel through history onboard a magical Nile cruise and experience the beauty of Upper Egypt.
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- Pick-up and drop-off services
- All transfers in a private, air-conditioned vehicle
- Accommodation for 3 nights aboard a 5-star Nile Cruise (full board)
- Certified English-speaking Egyptologist guide
- All sightseeing tours as per itinerary
- Entrance fees for all mentioned attractions
- Meals as mentioned in the itinerary
- All taxes and service charges
- Visa & tipping
- Entry to the Tomb of Tutankhamun in the Valley of the Kings
- Optional tours
- Personal expenses
- International flights
- Drinks onboard
