Experience the timeless beauty of the Nile on this 7-Night Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan and back, combining Egypt’s most important ancient sites with the comfort of staying aboard the same cruise throughout your journey.
Your cruise begins in Luxor, where you will explore the magnificent Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple before discovering the treasures of the West Bank, including the Valley of the Kings, Temple of Hatshepsut, and Colossi of Memnon.
Sail south through the Nile Valley and visit the beautifully preserved Temple of Horus at Edfu and the unique double temple of Kom Ombo. Continue to Aswan to discover the High Dam and the magnificent Temple of Philae.
The return journey to Luxor offers additional time to relax onboard and enjoy the scenery of the Nile. You can also experience the peaceful atmosphere of Banana Island near Luxor and enjoy optional evening Sound & Light Shows that bring Egypt’s ancient monuments to life after sunset.
With 7 nights of cruise accommodation, full-board meals, guided sightseeing, transportation, entrance fees to the listed sites, and hotel or port pickup and drop-off, this itinerary provides a comfortable way to discover Upper Egypt.
Duration: 8 Days / 7 Nights
Route: Luxor – Aswan – Luxor
Accommodation: Nile Cruise
Meals: Full Board
Guide: Egyptologist / Driver-Guide
Transportation: Air-conditioned vehicle
Departure: Luxor
Return: Luxor
Enjoy an evening Sound & Light Show at Karnak Temple and discover the history of ancient Thebes and the magnificent temple complex through nighttime lighting, narration, and music.
Experience the Temple of Philae after sunset during an atmospheric Sound & Light Show that presents the temple’s history and the legends associated with Isis and ancient Egypt.
Enjoy a relaxing boat trip to Banana Island near Luxor. Explore the green surroundings and banana plantations while experiencing a quieter side of the Nile.
The order and timing of cruise excursions may change according to the vessel’s sailing schedule, navigation conditions, and local operating requirements.
The Sound & Light Shows at Karnak and Philae are optional unless specifically included in the confirmed booking.
Banana Island visits may be subject to weather conditions, river conditions, and local operating schedules.
The exact cruise vessel is subject to availability at the time of booking.
A valid passport is required for all travelers.
Your 7-Night Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan begins with embarkation before lunch.
After boarding the cruise, enjoy lunch onboard before beginning your first sightseeing tour on Luxor’s East Bank.
Visit the magnificent Karnak Temple Complex, one of the largest religious complexes ever constructed in ancient Egypt. Explore its monumental columns, courtyards, sanctuaries, and ancient inscriptions.
Continue to Luxor Temple, an impressive ancient monument located on the East Bank of the Nile.
Return to the cruise for dinner and your first night onboard.
Accommodation: Nile Cruise
Meals: Lunch and dinner
After breakfast, cross to the West Bank of Luxor.
Visit the Valley of the Kings, the famous royal burial ground of the New Kingdom pharaohs. Explore selected tombs and discover the beautifully preserved wall paintings and inscriptions.
Continue to the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, an impressive monument built into the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari.
Complete your West Bank tour with a stop at the Colossi of Memnon.
Return to the cruise for lunch and begin sailing toward Esna. After passing through the Esna Lock, continue sailing toward Edfu.
Accommodation: Nile Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
After breakfast, visit the magnificent Temple of Horus at Edfu.
Travel to the temple and explore one of the best-preserved temples from ancient Egypt, dedicated to the falcon-headed god Horus.
Return to the cruise and continue sailing toward Kom Ombo.
After lunch, visit the unique Temple of Kom Ombo, dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek and the falcon-headed god Haroeris.
Continue sailing toward Aswan while enjoying afternoon tea and the scenery of the Nile Valley.
Accommodation: Nile Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
After breakfast, begin your Aswan sightseeing tour.
Visit the Aswan High Dam, one of Egypt’s most important modern engineering projects.
Continue by motorboat to the beautiful Temple of Philae, located on Agilkia Island. Explore this magnificent temple complex dedicated primarily to the goddess Isis.
Return to the cruise for lunch and enjoy a relaxing afternoon onboard.
In the evening, you can enjoy the Sound & Light Show at Philae Temple as an optional experience. The show presents the history and legends of the temple through nighttime lighting, narration, and music.
Accommodation: Nile Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Enjoy breakfast onboard and spend the morning at leisure.
Relax on the cruise, enjoy the onboard facilities, and take in the views of the Nile and surrounding landscapes.
The cruise begins sailing north toward Edfu while you enjoy the peaceful scenery of traditional villages, palm trees, agricultural land, and Nile islands.
Depending on the cruise schedule, enjoy afternoon tea and continue sailing toward Upper Egypt.
Accommodation: Nile Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
After breakfast, continue sailing toward Esna.
Enjoy a relaxing day onboard as the cruise passes through the Nile Valley. Watch local life along the riverbanks and enjoy the changing scenery from the sundeck.
After passing through the Esna Lock, continue sailing toward Luxor.
Enjoy afternoon tea and dinner onboard.
Accommodation: Nile Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Enjoy breakfast onboard and spend the morning at leisure.
Later, enjoy a relaxing trip to Banana Island, located along the Nile near Luxor. Take a peaceful boat ride through the river and enjoy the island’s greenery, banana plantations, and traditional riverside atmosphere.
Return to Luxor and enjoy your final evening onboard.
For an additional evening experience, you can attend the Sound & Light Show at Karnak Temple, where the history of ancient Thebes and the great temple complex is presented through lights, narration, and music.
Accommodation: Nile Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
After breakfast, check out from the Nile Cruise.
Your 7-Night Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan and back comes to an end.
Transfer to your hotel, railway station, airport, or another destination in Luxor according to your travel arrangements.
Accommodation: Not included
Meals: Breakfast
This is an 8-day itinerary with 7 nights onboard the Nile Cruise.
Yes. The cruise starts in Luxor, sails south to Aswan, and then returns north to Luxor.
Yes. The standard itinerary includes a visit to Philae Temple and the Aswan High Dam.
The Sound & Light Shows at Karnak Temple in Luxor and Philae Temple in Aswan are optional unless specifically included in your booking.
The itinerary includes a Banana Island experience near Luxor, subject to the cruise schedule and local operating conditions.
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