Deluxe 3 Nights Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor – 4 Day

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OVERVIEW

Deluxe 3 Nights Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor

Experience Egypt from its most beautiful perspective with a 3 Nights Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor.

This Deluxe Nile Cruise combines comfortable accommodation, delicious meals, relaxing sailing, and guided visits to some of the most important archaeological sites along the Nile. Instead of traveling between Aswan and Luxor by road, you can enjoy the changing scenery of the Nile Valley while visiting ancient temples and royal tombs along the way.

Your journey begins in Aswan, where you board your Nile cruise and explore the High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk, and the beautiful Temple of Philae. The cruise then sails north toward Kom Ombo and Edfu, giving you the opportunity to visit the Temple of Kom Ombo and the remarkably preserved Temple of Horus at Edfu.

On the third day, arrive in Luxor and explore the West Bank, including the Valley of the Kings, Temple of Hatshepsut, and Colossi of Memnon. Your final day takes you to Luxor’s East Bank to discover the impressive Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple before disembarkation.

The route follows the classic Aswan to Luxor Nile Cruise itinerary and is ideal for travelers who want to experience Egypt’s ancient history while enjoying a comfortable cruise holiday.

Important Information

  • Cruise departure days and embarkation times vary depending on the selected Nile cruise.
  • The itinerary may be adjusted due to sailing schedules, Nile navigation conditions, Esna Lock timings, or operational changes.
  • The order and timing of sightseeing may change without affecting the main attractions included in the program.
  • Entrance fees and optional experiences should be confirmed when booking.
  • Abu Simbel can be added as an optional excursion before or during the cruise, depending on the cruise schedule.
  • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended for temple and archaeological-site visits.
  • Bring sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat, and suitable clothing for sightseeing.
  • Special tombs such as the Tomb of Tutankhamun may require an additional ticket.
  • Cruise facilities, entertainment, and onboard services can vary depending on the selected ship.

Why Choose a Deluxe Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor?

A Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor is one of the most comfortable ways to explore Upper Egypt. Rather than changing hotels every night, you stay in the same cabin while the cruise carries you between historic destinations.

The Deluxe category offers a comfortable balance between quality accommodation, full-board meals, sightseeing, and time to relax on the Nile.

The route also brings together some of Egypt’s most important attractions, from the temples of Aswan and Kom Ombo to the royal tombs of Luxor.

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HIGHLIGHTS

  • 4 Days / 3 Nights Deluxe Nile Cruise
  • Cruise from Aswan to Luxor
  • Full-board accommodation onboard
  • Visit the High Dam in Aswan
  • Explore the Temple of Philae
  • See the Unfinished Obelisk
  • Visit Kom Ombo Temple
  • Explore the Temple of Horus at Edfu
  • Discover the Valley of the Kings
  • Visit the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut
  • See the Colossi of Memnon
  • Explore Karnak Temple
  • Visit Luxor Temple
  • Professional Egyptologist guide
  • Enjoy Nile views from the cruise deck
  • Experience Egyptian entertainment onboard
  • Comfortable sailing between Egypt's historic cities

ITINERARY

Arrive in Aswan and board your Deluxe Nile Cruise. After check-in and lunch onboard, begin your sightseeing tour with your Egyptologist guide.

Visit the Aswan High Dam, one of Egypt’s most important modern engineering projects, before continuing to the beautiful Temple of Philae.

Reach Philae by boat and explore the temple complex dedicated primarily to the goddess Isis. The temple’s island setting makes this one of the most memorable sightseeing experiences in Aswan.

Continue to the Unfinished Obelisk, where you can see how ancient Egyptian craftsmen worked with granite and learn why the enormous monument was never completed.

Return to the cruise for dinner and enjoy your first evening sailing experience.

Overnight: Aswan
Meals: Lunch & Dinner

Enjoy breakfast onboard as the cruise begins sailing north along the Nile.

Your first sightseeing stop is Kom Ombo Temple, a unique ancient temple dedicated to two deities, Sobek and Horus. Explore the temple and learn about its unusual dual design and its connection with ancient Egyptian religious traditions.

Return to the cruise and enjoy lunch while sailing through the Nile Valley.

Later, continue to Edfu and visit the magnificent Temple of Horus. The temple is one of the best-preserved ancient Egyptian temples and provides an impressive insight into the religious architecture of the Ptolemaic period.

After the visit, return to the cruise and relax on the sun deck while the ship continues toward Luxor.

In the evening, enjoy dinner and onboard entertainment, which may include an Egyptian folkloric or Galabeya-style show depending on the cruise program.

Overnight: Edfu/Luxor, depending on cruise schedule
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Enjoy breakfast onboard before beginning your Luxor sightseeing.

Cross to the West Bank of the Nile to explore the Valley of the Kings, the famous royal burial ground of the New Kingdom pharaohs.

Enter selected tombs and discover the colorful wall paintings and inscriptions that provide an extraordinary look into ancient Egyptian beliefs about the afterlife.

Continue to the impressive Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir El Bahari. Built into the cliffs of the West Bank, the temple is one of Luxor’s most distinctive monuments.

Stop at the Colossi of Memnon, two enormous stone statues that once stood in front of the mortuary temple of Amenhotep III.

Return to the cruise for lunch and enjoy some free time to relax onboard.

In the evening, enjoy dinner and the cruise’s entertainment program.

Overnight: Luxor
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Enjoy your final breakfast onboard before disembarkation.

Your sightseeing continues on Luxor’s East Bank with a visit to Karnak Temple, one of the largest and most impressive temple complexes in Egypt.

Explore its massive pylons, columns, courtyards, and sacred spaces while your Egyptologist explains the history of the ancient religious center.

Continue to Luxor Temple, located in the heart of modern Luxor. The temple is particularly impressive for its monumental entrance, columns, statues, and connection to the ancient city of Thebes.

After completing your sightseeing, disembark from the cruise and continue to your hotel, airport, or railway station in Luxor according to your travel arrangements.

Meals: Breakfast

WHAT’S INCLUDED

  • 3-Nights accommodation onboard a Deluxe Nile Cruise
  • Full-board accommodation
  • Breakfast, lunch, and dinner onboard
  • Embarkation and disembarkation assistance
  • Sightseeing according to the itinerary
  • Professional Egyptologist tour guide
  • Transportation during sightseeing tours
  • All sailing arrangements between Aswan and Luxor
  • Onboard entertainment according to the cruise program
  • Assistance during the cruise

WHAT’S EXCLUDED

  • Entrance fees
  • Optional excursions
  • Abu Simbel excursion
  • Hot air balloon ride in Luxor
  • Nile felucca or additional boat trips
  • Drinks onboard
  • Personal expenses
  • Laundry services
  • Wi-Fi or onboard internet charges, if applicable
  • Tips and gratuities

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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The classic Aswan to Luxor cruise takes 3 nights and 4 days.

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Deluxe 3 Nights Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor – 4 Day
From $495/ Adult
From $240/ Child

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