Discover the timeless beauty of the River Nile on this carefully planned 3-Day Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan.
Your journey begins in Luxor, where you will explore some of Egypt’s most important ancient monuments, including the Valley of the Kings, Temple of Hatshepsut, Colossi of Memnon, and Karnak Temple. After boarding your 5-star Nile cruise, sail south through the heart of Upper Egypt while enjoying comfortable accommodation and full-board meals.
Along the way, visit the beautifully preserved Temple of Edfu and the unique Temple of Kom Ombo before continuing toward Aswan.
On the final day, visit the spectacular Abu Simbel Temples before being transferred to your hotel in Aswan. With cruise accommodation, meals, private sightseeing, an English-speaking Egyptologist guide, and transfers included, this itinerary offers a convenient way to experience the major attractions between Luxor and Aswan.
This 3-Day Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan combines comfortable cruising with guided visits to some of Egypt’s most important archaeological sites.
Instead of arranging separate transportation between Luxor, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Aswan, and Abu Simbel, you can experience the journey as one organized itinerary. The cruise allows you to relax between sightseeing stops while enjoying full-board meals and views of the Nile Valley.
The itinerary is also ideal for travelers with limited time who want to combine the major Luxor attractions with Edfu, Kom Ombo, Aswan, and Abu Simbel.
Duration: 3 Days / 2 Nights
Route: Luxor to Aswan
Cruise: 5-Star Nile Cruise
Accommodation: Cruise cabin
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Tour Type: Guided Nile Cruise
Guide: Professional English-speaking Egyptologist
Transportation: Private air-conditioned vehicle
Starting Point: Luxor
End Point: Aswan
Abu Simbel: Included
Entrance Tickets: Included according to the selected package
Your Nile cruise experience begins with pickup from your hotel or agreed meeting point in Luxor in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle.
Start your sightseeing on the West Bank with a visit to the Valley of the Kings, the famous royal necropolis where many New Kingdom pharaohs were buried. Explore the open tombs included with your entrance ticket and admire the ancient wall paintings and hieroglyphic decorations.
Continue to the Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari, an impressive monument dedicated to Queen Hatshepsut. Learn about her reign and explore the temple’s terraces, columns, and reliefs.
Stop at the Colossi of Memnon, two enormous stone statues that once stood at the entrance of the mortuary temple of Amenhotep III.
Continue to the East Bank and visit the magnificent Karnak Temple Complex, one of the largest religious complexes of ancient Egypt. Explore its monumental columns, courtyards, obelisks, and temples with your Egyptologist guide.
After sightseeing, board your Nile cruise and complete check-in. Enjoy lunch and dinner on board while the cruise prepares to begin its journey along the Nile.
Accommodation: 5-Star Nile Cruise
Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Wake up and enjoy breakfast on board as the cruise continues along the Nile.
In the morning, arrive at Edfu Temple, one of the best-preserved ancient Egyptian temples. Travel from the cruise to the temple and explore its monumental entrance, courtyards, columns, and reliefs dedicated to the falcon-headed god Horus.
Return to the cruise for lunch and relax while sailing toward Kom Ombo.
In the afternoon, visit Kom Ombo Temple, a distinctive temple dedicated to two deities, Sobek and Horus. Your guide will explain the temple’s unusual double design and its connection to ancient Egyptian religious traditions.
Return to the cruise and enjoy dinner while continuing toward Aswan.
Accommodation: 5-Star Nile Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Enjoy breakfast on board before checking out and beginning your Abu Simbel excursion.
Travel to the Abu Simbel Temples, one of the most impressive monuments of ancient Nubia. Explore the Great Temple of Ramses II, famous for its enormous façade and monumental statues, as well as the nearby Temple of Hathor, associated with Queen Nefertari.
Your Egyptologist guide will explain the history and significance of these remarkable temples and their relocation during the UNESCO Nubia Campaign.
After completing your Abu Simbel visit, continue to Aswan by private air-conditioned vehicle.
Upon arrival in Aswan, you will be transferred to your hotel or agreed drop-off point on the East Bank.
Accommodation: Not Included
Meals: Breakfast
This itinerary includes 3 days and 2 nights aboard a 5-star Nile cruise traveling from Luxor to Aswan.
Yes. The itinerary includes a visit to the Abu Simbel Temples on the final day before the transfer to Aswan.
The itinerary includes Karnak Temple, Edfu Temple, Kom Ombo Temple, and the Abu Simbel Temples, in addition to the major West Bank sites in Luxor.
On the first day, you will visit the Valley of the Kings, Temple of Hatshepsut, Colossi of Memnon, and Karnak Temple before boarding the cruise.
Yes. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included during your cruise stay. Drinks are not included unless specifically stated.
Yes. The package includes accommodation aboard a 5-star Nile cruise, subject to availability at the time of booking.
Yes. A professional English-speaking Egyptologist guide accompanies you during the scheduled sightseeing tours.
Yes. Private air-conditioned transportation is included for the scheduled transfers and sightseeing excursions.
Entrance tickets are included according to the selected package. Any special tickets or optional attractions requiring additional fees are not included unless specifically stated.
Yes. Tutankhamun's Tomb can be added if available, but it requires a separate entrance ticket.
The cruise ends in Aswan. After the Abu Simbel excursion, you will be transferred to your hotel or agreed drop-off point in Aswan.
The standard transfer is for the East Bank. A transfer to the West Bank may be available for an additional charge.
Yes. This 3-day itinerary is a convenient option for travelers who want to experience the major attractions between Luxor and Aswan without taking a longer cruise.
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