Discover the highlights of Upper Egypt on this Abu Simbel Aswan to Luxor 4-Day Nile Cruise, designed for travelers who want to combine ancient history, beautiful Nile scenery, and comfortable cruise accommodation.
Your journey begins in Aswan, where you will board your Nile cruise and explore some of the city’s most important landmarks, including the Aswan High Dam and the beautiful Temple of Philae.
One of the major highlights is an early-morning excursion to the magnificent Abu Simbel Temples. Explore the monumental temples of Ramses II and Queen Nefertari before continuing your Nile journey toward Luxor.
As the cruise sails north, visit Edfu Temple, one of the best-preserved ancient Egyptian temples, followed by Kom Ombo Temple, famous for its unique double design dedicated to Sobek and Horus.
The journey continues to Luxor, where you will explore the magnificent Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple, followed by a West Bank tour of the Valley of the Kings, Temple of Hatshepsut, and Colossi of Memnon.
With comfortable cruise accommodation, daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner, professional guided sightseeing, and air-conditioned transportation, this itinerary provides a convenient way to experience the major attractions between Aswan and Luxor.
The Abu Simbel Aswan to Luxor 4-Day Nile Cruise is an excellent choice for travelers who want to experience the major archaeological attractions of southern Egypt while enjoying the comfort of a Nile cruise.
Instead of changing hotels between destinations, you can relax aboard the cruise while sailing between Aswan, Edfu, Kom Ombo, and Luxor.
The itinerary also includes an excursion to Abu Simbel, allowing you to visit one of Egypt’s most spectacular ancient monuments as part of your Nile journey.
From the temples of Aswan and Abu Simbel to the ancient sites of Edfu and Luxor, this cruise combines Egypt’s history, culture, and Nile scenery into one convenient experience.
Duration: 4 Days / 3 Nights
Route: Aswan to Luxor
Cruise: 5-Star Nile Cruise
Accommodation: Cruise cabin
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Tour Type: Guided Nile Cruise
Guide: Professional Egyptologist guide
Transportation: Air-conditioned vehicle
Starting Point: Aswan
End Point: Luxor
Abu Simbel: Included
Entrance Tickets: Not included unless specifically selected
Cruise Meals: Full Board
Arrive in Aswan and meet your representative at your hotel, railway station, airport, or agreed pickup location.
Transfer to your 5-star Nile cruise and complete the check-in procedures.
After lunch on board, begin your Aswan sightseeing tour with a visit to the Aswan High Dam, one of Egypt’s most important modern engineering projects. Learn about its role in regulating the Nile and providing hydroelectric power.
Continue by motorboat to the beautiful Temple of Philae, located on an island and dedicated primarily to the goddess Isis. Explore its impressive columns, courtyards, reliefs, and ancient sanctuary while your guide explains its fascinating history.
Return to the cruise for dinner and enjoy the evening on board. Depending on the cruise schedule, you may also enjoy a traditional Nubian or cultural entertainment show.
Accommodation: 5-Star Nile Cruise
Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Enjoy an early breakfast or breakfast box before departing for the Abu Simbel Temples.
Travel to Abu Simbel and explore the magnificent Great Temple of Ramses II, famous for its four colossal seated statues carved into the rock façade.
Continue to the nearby Temple of Queen Nefertari, also known as the Temple of Hathor. Your guide will explain the history of the temples and their importance during the reign of Ramses II.
After completing the visit, return to Aswan and continue your Nile cruise journey toward Edfu.
Enjoy lunch and dinner on board while relaxing and taking in the scenery of the Nile Valley.
Depending on the cruise sailing schedule, overnight accommodation may be arranged in the Edfu area.
Accommodation: 5-Star Nile Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Enjoy breakfast on board before visiting the magnificent Edfu Temple, dedicated primarily to the falcon-headed god Horus.
Edfu is one of the best-preserved ancient Egyptian temples, with impressive pylons, courtyards, columns, reliefs, and inscriptions that provide an insight into ancient Egyptian religious traditions.
Return to the cruise and continue sailing toward Kom Ombo if included in the cruise sailing schedule.
Visit Kom Ombo Temple, a unique double temple dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek and the falcon-headed god Horus. Explore its distinctive architecture and learn about the religious beliefs associated with the site.
Return to the cruise and continue sailing toward Luxor.
Enjoy dinner and relax on board while the cruise continues north along the Nile.
Accommodation: 5-Star Nile Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Enjoy breakfast on board before checking out of your cabin.
Begin your Luxor sightseeing tour with a visit to the Valley of the Kings, the famous royal necropolis where many New Kingdom pharaohs were buried in rock-cut tombs.
Continue to the magnificent Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari, built against the cliffs of the West Bank. Explore its terraces, columns, and ancient reliefs while learning about the reign of one of ancient Egypt’s most remarkable female pharaohs.
Stop at the Colossi of Memnon, two enormous stone statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III.
Continue to the East Bank of Luxor to visit the impressive Karnak Temple Complex, one of the largest ancient religious complexes in Egypt.
Finish your sightseeing at Luxor Temple, located in the heart of the modern city and famous for its monumental entrance, colossal statues, columns, and beautifully preserved reliefs.
After completing the tour, your Abu Simbel Aswan to Luxor 4-Day Nile Cruise comes to an end in Luxor.
Accommodation: Not Included
Meals: Breakfast
This is a 4-day / 3-night Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor aboard a 5-star Nile cruise, subject to availability.
Yes. The Abu Simbel excursion is included in the itinerary. Entrance fees depend on the package selected.
The cruise starts in Aswan. Pickup can be arranged from your Aswan hotel, airport, railway station, or another agreed location.
The cruise and sightseeing program end in Luxor on Day 4.
The itinerary includes the Aswan High Dam, Philae Temple, Abu Simbel, Edfu Temple, Kom Ombo Temple, Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, Valley of the Kings, Temple of Hatshepsut, and Colossi of Memnon.
Yes. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included during the cruise. Drinks are not included unless specifically stated.
Yes. A professional Egyptologist guide accompanies the scheduled sightseeing tours.
Entrance tickets are not included unless specifically selected in your booking package. Special tickets may require an additional charge.
Yes. Tutankhamun's Tomb can be visited for an additional entrance fee, subject to availability and local ticketing conditions.
Yes. Air-conditioned transportation is provided for the scheduled sightseeing tours and transfers.
Yes. Philae Temple is located on an island, and the visit includes a motorboat transfer to reach the temple.
Yes. The cruise can be suitable for families, although some sightseeing involves walking and outdoor exposure. Families should consider the early departure required for Abu Simbel.
Yes. The cruise ends in Luxor, but accommodation after the cruise is not included unless you arrange an additional hotel stay.
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