Experience the timeless beauty of Egypt from the comfort of a luxury 5-star Nile Cruise on this 8-day journey between Luxor and Aswan.
The cruise combines relaxing days sailing along the Nile with guided visits to some of Upper Egypt’s most important ancient monuments. Begin in Luxor with the magnificent Karnak and Luxor Temples before exploring the legendary Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon.
Continue south to discover the beautifully preserved Temple of Edfu and the unique double temple of Kom Ombo. In Aswan, visit the High Dam, the magnificent Temple of Philae and a traditional Nubian Village.
The itinerary also gives you the opportunity to enhance your experience with optional excursions, including the spectacular Abu Simbel Temples, a sunrise Hot Air Balloon over Luxor, a Luxor Sound & Light Show and a local Luxor city experience.
Throughout the journey, enjoy comfortable 5-star accommodation onboard, full-board meals excluding drinks, professional Egyptologist guidance and air-conditioned transportation.
This cruise offers a comfortable way to experience the major attractions of Upper Egypt without changing hotels every night. Your accommodation travels with you as you sail along the Nile between Luxor and Aswan.
The itinerary combines ancient temples, royal tombs, modern Egyptian landmarks and local cultural experiences, while optional activities allow you to customize your journey according to your interests.
Duration: 8 Days / 7 Nights
Route: Luxor – Aswan – Luxor
Accommodation: 5-Star Nile Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Meal Plan: Full Board excluding drinks
Guide: Professional Egyptologist Guide
Transportation: Air-Conditioned Vehicle
Cruise: 7 Nights
Optional Experiences: Abu Simbel, Hot Air Balloon, Sound & Light Show & Luxor City Tour
Upon arrival in Luxor, your representative will meet and assist you before transferring you to your 5-star Nile Cruise.
After check-in and lunch onboard, begin your first sightseeing tour with an exploration of the magnificent Karnak Temple Complex.
Discover the Great Hypostyle Hall, massive columns, ancient pylons and sacred areas while your Egyptologist guide explains the history of ancient Thebes.
Continue to Luxor Temple, one of the most impressive monuments on the East Bank of Luxor. The temple is particularly atmospheric in the late afternoon and evening.
Return to the cruise for dinner and your first overnight onboard.
Accommodation: Overnight on the Nile Cruise in Luxor
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, explore the legendary West Bank of Luxor.
Visit the Valley of the Kings, where many New Kingdom pharaohs were buried in elaborately decorated tombs carved into the desert mountains.
Continue to the magnificent Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari, built for Queen Hatshepsut and famous for its unique terraces and dramatic location beneath the cliffs.
Finish your West Bank tour with a stop at the Colossi of Memnon, two enormous stone statues representing Pharaoh Amenhotep III.
Return to the cruise and begin sailing south toward Aswan, passing through the Esna Lock and enjoying the scenery of the Nile Valley.
Accommodation: Overnight on the Nile Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, visit the spectacular Edfu Temple, dedicated to Horus, the falcon-headed god.
Enjoy the traditional horse-drawn carriage ride to the temple and explore one of the best-preserved temples from the Greco-Roman period in Egypt.
Return to the cruise and continue sailing toward Kom Ombo.
Later, explore the unusual Kom Ombo Temple, a unique double temple dedicated to Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus, the falcon-headed god.
Continue sailing toward Aswan.
Accommodation: Overnight on the Nile Cruise in Aswan
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, begin your Aswan sightseeing tour.
Start with the Aswan High Dam, an important modern engineering project that transformed Egypt’s water management and created Lake Nasser.
Continue to the Temple of Philae, located on Agilkia Island and dedicated primarily to the goddess Isis. Reach the temple by boat and explore its beautifully preserved architecture and reliefs.
Later, visit a Nubian Village along the Nile to experience the colorful architecture, local traditions and distinctive culture of the Nubian community.
Return to the cruise for dinner and an overnight stay in Aswan.
Accommodation: Overnight on the Nile Cruise in Aswan
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today, you have the opportunity to take an optional excursion to Abu Simbel.
Depart early from Aswan and travel through the desert to the magnificent temples of Ramses II and Queen Nefertari.
Explore the monumental Great Temple with its enormous statues of Ramses II and the smaller temple dedicated to Queen Nefertari.
After the excursion, return to Aswan and continue sailing north toward Luxor.
If you prefer a relaxing day, you can remain onboard and enjoy the Nile scenery and facilities of the cruise.
Accommodation: Overnight on the Nile Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Enjoy a relaxing day onboard as the cruise sails north toward Luxor.
Take time to enjoy the sun deck, admire the villages and agricultural landscapes along the Nile, and experience the peaceful rhythm of life along the river.
The cruise will pass by areas including Kom Ombo and Edfu as it continues toward Luxor.
Accommodation: Overnight on the Nile Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After returning to Luxor, enjoy a free day or choose from several optional experiences.
For an unforgettable morning, take an optional sunrise Hot Air Balloon ride over Luxor. From the sky, enjoy panoramic views of the Nile, green fields, desert landscapes and ancient monuments.
In the evening, you can attend the Luxor Sound & Light Show, where the history of ancient Thebes and its monuments is presented through lighting, narration and music.
You may also choose an optional Luxor city tour to explore local streets, traditional areas and everyday life in the city, with the possibility of enjoying a traditional horse-drawn carriage ride.
Accommodation: Overnight on the Nile Cruise in Luxor
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Enjoy your final breakfast onboard before checking out from the Nile Cruise.
Your representative will assist you with your luggage and transfer you to Luxor International Airport, railway station or your next destination.
Meals: Breakfast
The journey is 8 days and 7 nights onboard a 5-star Nile Cruise.
The cruise begins in Luxor, sails south to Aswan, and then returns north to Luxor.
The itinerary includes Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, Colossi of Memnon, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Philae Temple, Aswan High Dam and Nubian Village.
Abu Simbel is available as an optional excursion from Aswan and is not included in the standard cruise package unless specifically booked.
The Hot Air Balloon ride over Luxor is an optional activity available on Day 7 and is not included in the standard package unless specifically booked.
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