4-Day Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan with Abu Simbel & Hot Air Balloon

  • Aswan
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  • Duration: 4 Days
  • Language: English

Overview

Discover the highlights of ancient Egypt on this 4-Day Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan, enhanced with a visit to Abu Simbel and a breathtaking hot air balloon ride over Luxor.

Your journey combines comfortable Nile cruise accommodation, daily sightseeing, professional Egyptologist guidance, and included meals onboard. Begin by exploring the magnificent temples and tombs of Luxor before sailing south along the Nile toward Aswan.

During the cruise, visit the impressive Temple of Edfu and the unique double temple of Kom Ombo. In Aswan, discover the High Dam and the beautiful Temple of Philae before visiting the monumental temples of Abu Simbel.

The experience also includes a sunrise hot air balloon ride over Luxor, offering spectacular aerial views of the Nile Valley and ancient monuments.

This carefully arranged itinerary is ideal for travelers who want to experience the most important highlights between Luxor and Aswan while combining a classic Nile cruise with Abu Simbel and a memorable balloon flight.

Highlights

  • 4-day Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan
  • Cruise along the River Nile
  • Sunrise hot air balloon ride over Luxor
  • Explore the Valley of the Kings
  • Visit the Temple of Hatshepsut
  • Discover Karnak Temple
  • Visit Luxor Temple
  • Explore Edfu Temple
  • Visit Kom Ombo Temple
  • Discover Abu Simbel Temples
  • Visit the Aswan High Dam
  • Explore Philae Temple
  • Professional Egyptologist tour guide
  • Accommodation onboard the Nile Cruise
  • Breakfast, lunch, and dinner onboard
  • Comfortable private transfers

Why Choose This Tour?

This Nile cruise package combines the essential sights of Upper Egypt with two unforgettable experiences: Abu Simbel and a Luxor hot air balloon ride.

Instead of arranging each excursion separately, this package brings together Luxor sightseeing, Nile cruising, temple visits, Aswan attractions, and Abu Simbel in one organized itinerary.

You can relax onboard between sightseeing stops while enjoying meals and views of the Nile, then explore ancient temples and royal monuments with a professional Egyptologist guide.

Trip Info

Duration: 4 Days / 3 Nights
Cruise Route: Luxor to Aswan
Tour Type: Nile Cruise Package
Accommodation: Nile Cruise
Guide: Professional Egyptologist
Hot Air Balloon: Included
Abu Simbel: Included
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Transportation: Private air-conditioned vehicle
Starting Point: Luxor
Ending Point: Aswan

Included

  • 3 nights accommodation onboard a Nile Cruise
  • Cruise from Luxor to Aswan
  • Hotel or Nile cruise pickup and drop-off as specified
  • Private air-conditioned transportation
  • Professional Egyptologist tour guide
  • Sunrise hot air balloon ride in Luxor
  • Hot air balloon flight certificate
  • Abu Simbel Temple excursion
  • Luxor East Bank sightseeing
  • Luxor West Bank sightseeing
  • Valley of the Kings
  • Temple of Hatshepsut
  • Colossi of Memnon
  • Karnak Temple
  • Luxor Temple
  • Edfu Temple
  • Kom Ombo Temple
  • Aswan High Dam
  • Philae Temple
  • Breakfast, lunch, and dinner during the cruise
  • Bottled water during sightseeing
  • All applicable taxes and service charges

Excluded

  • Entrance tickets to archaeological sites unless specifically included in your selected package
  • Entrance ticket to Tutankhamun’s Tomb
  • Drinks onboard the cruise
  • Lunch on the final day after cruise check-out
  • Personal expenses
  • Optional activities
  • Any services not mentioned under Included
  • Gratuities

Important Information

  • The hot air balloon ride is subject to weather and aviation conditions.
  • The balloon flight normally lasts approximately 35–60 minutes depending on operational and weather conditions.
  • Abu Simbel requires a very early departure.
  • This itinerary includes several sightseeing activities and walking, so comfortable shoes are recommended.
  • Tutankhamun’s Tomb requires a separate entrance ticket.
  • Cruise schedules and the order of sightseeing may change depending on navigation conditions and the cruise’s operating schedule.
  • Cruise accommodation and itinerary are subject to availability at the time of booking.
  • Please inform us of any dietary requirements before the cruise.
  • Bring sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat, particularly during the warmer months.

What To Expect

Day 1: Luxor East Bank & Nile Cruise Check-In

Arrive in Luxor and meet your representative for assistance with your Nile cruise check-in.

After settling onboard, begin your Luxor sightseeing experience with a visit to the East Bank. Explore the magnificent Karnak Temple Complex, one of Egypt’s largest ancient religious sites, with its monumental columns, courtyards, obelisks, and temples.

Continue to Luxor Temple, an impressive ancient complex located on the East Bank of the Nile. Discover its massive statues, columns, and beautifully preserved architectural details before returning to the cruise.

Enjoy dinner onboard as the Nile cruise begins its journey south.

Accommodation: Overnight onboard the Nile Cruise
Meals: Lunch & Dinner

Day 2: Abu Simbel Temples & Kom Ombo

Start very early for your excursion to Abu Simbel, one of the most spectacular ancient monuments in Egypt.

Explore the magnificent temples of Ramses II and Queen Nefertari and admire their enormous statues, impressive halls, and beautifully decorated reliefs.

After completing the Abu Simbel visit, return to Aswan and rejoin the cruise.

Later, sail toward Kom Ombo and visit the unique Temple of Kom Ombo, dedicated to the gods Sobek and Horus. Explore its distinctive architecture and reliefs before returning to the cruise.

Enjoy dinner onboard while continuing your Nile journey.

Accommodation: Overnight onboard the Nile Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 3: Edfu Temple & Sailing to Luxor

After breakfast, visit the impressive Temple of Edfu, dedicated to the falcon-headed god Horus.

Travel to the temple and explore its massive pylons, courtyards, columns, and detailed reliefs with your guide. After the visit, return to the cruise and continue sailing along the Nile.

Relax onboard and enjoy the changing scenery of Upper Egypt as the cruise continues toward Luxor.

Later, enjoy dinner and an overnight stay onboard.

Accommodation: Overnight onboard the Nile Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 4: Hot Air Balloon & Luxor West Bank Tour

Wake up early for one of the most memorable experiences of the journey: a sunrise hot air balloon ride over Luxor.

After your early morning pickup, cross the Nile to the West Bank by motorboat and continue to the balloon launch site. After a safety briefing, ascend above Luxor and enjoy spectacular views of the Nile Valley, agricultural fields, desert landscapes, and ancient monuments as the sun rises.

After landing, receive your flight certificate and continue your Luxor West Bank sightseeing tour.

Visit the famous Valley of the Kings and explore the royal tombs included with the standard entrance ticket. Continue to the impressive Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari and stop at the Colossi of Memnon for photographs.

After completing the tour, return to the cruise for check-out and your departure transfer.

Meals: Breakfast

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FAQs
  • The package includes 3 nights onboard a Nile Cruise, covering 4 days from Luxor to Aswan.

  • Yes. An excursion to the Abu Simbel Temples is included in the itinerary.

  • Yes. A sunrise hot air balloon ride over Luxor is included.

  • The itinerary includes Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, Edfu Temple, Kom Ombo Temple, Abu Simbel Temples, and Philae Temple.

  • Yes. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included during the cruise according to the itinerary.

  • Yes. Sightseeing is accompanied by a professional Egyptologist tour guide.

  • No. Tutankhamun's Tomb requires an additional entrance ticket.

  • Yes. The standard cruise route starts in Luxor and finishes in Aswan.

  • Hot air balloon flights depend on suitable weather and aviation conditions. The final decision to operate the flight is made according to safety conditions.

  • Yes. Hotel pickup can be arranged according to your accommodation location and the cruise schedule.

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