Sail through the heart of ancient Egypt with our Nile cruise from Luxor to Aswan, a perfect blend of comfort, culture, and timeless scenery. We designed this journey for you if you want to explore Upper Egypt in a relaxed and elegant way.
This unforgettable Luxor to Aswan Nile cruise package begins in Luxor. Visit magnificent temples and royal tombs before boarding your floating hotel. Witness the grandeur of Karnak Temple and the enchanting Valley of the Kings. Then enjoy a peaceful voyage along the Nile, where every stop reveals another chapter of Egypt’s story.
Your 5 day Nile cruise from Luxor to Aswan includes famous highlights such as Edfu and Kom Ombo. Two of the most remarkable temples on any Egypt Nile cruise. As you continue south, the views of the Nile Valley, make the journey just as special as the sightseeing. Visit the beautiful Temple of Philae in Aswan.
This 4 nights 5 days Nile cruise from Luxor to Aswan is ideal if you want a smooth and enriching holiday with guided visits and quality service. Choose Egypt Best Vacations for your Luxor Aswan cruise package and enjoy one of the finest Nile River cruises Egypt can offer. Book now and let your Upper Egypt cruise become a truly unforgettable escape.
Embark on Luxor to Aswan Nile cruise adventure, starting with your arrival at Luxor International Airport. Our tour guide from Egypt Best Vacations will be waiting for you with a signboard of your name outside the terminal to kick off your journey.
Begin by delving into the grandeur of the Temple of Karnak, the largest temple globally. Then, proceed to the majestic Temple of Luxor. These awe-inspiring structures are dedicated to the Theban Triad of Amun, Mut, and Khonsu. After immersing yourself in the historical marvels, transfer to your Nile River cruise ship, where you will spend the night in Luxor. This marks the beginning of a captivating exploration along the Nile, with more enchanting experiences awaiting you.
Optional tour: Karnak sound & light show
Meals Plan: Lunch & Dinner
Today, your 5 day Nile cruise from Luxor to Aswan takes you to the West Bank of Luxor. You will visit the glorious tombs of the Valley of the Kings. The pharaohs during the New Kingdom ceased building pyramids and cut their tombs deep into the mountain trying to hide them from grave robbers. There are 65 tombs in the Valley of the Kings, your guide will recommend the best three tombs of the open ones to visit. From the glorious Valley of the Kings to the unique Temple of the female pharaoh Hatshepsut who served as a solo pharaoh for about 20 years. You will end your trip at the giant Colossi of Memnon which survives from the Temple of pharaoh Amenhotep III. Then return back to your river cruise ship to set sail to Edfu via the Lock of Esna. Overnight in Edfu.
Optional tour: Sunrise Hot Air Ballooning
Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Enjoy your breakfast, then, take a horse and carriage to visit the Temple of Horus in Edfu. This temple is the most intact temple in Egypt and was built during the Greco-Roman period. The Temple of Edfu is fully inscribed with reliefs and hieroglyphs on its exterior and interior walls. Visiting Edfu Temple adds a great value to your your best Nile cruise from Luxor to Aswan. Take your carriage back to your river cruise to set sail to Kom Ombo. Visit the twin Temple of Sobek, the Crocodile god, and Horus, the falcon god. Then proceed to the Crocodile Museum in the vicinity of the temple. Go back to your Nile cruise ship to set sail to Aswan. Overnight in Aswan
Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Welcome to the lovely City of Aswan. Begin your Aswan tour at the High Dam. Aswan High Dam plays a vital role in controlling the Nile’s flooding. It also helps produce electricity and created Lake Nasser, one of the largest artificial lakes in the world. Continue to the granite quarry of the Unfinished Obelisk. The Unfinished Obelisk in Aswan reveals how ancient Egyptians carved massive stone monuments directly from the bedrock. It is important because it shows the techniques they used and the enormous scale they planned for royal building projects.
End your Aswan tour at the amazing Temple of Philae. This temple was built during the Greco-Roman era and dedicated to Isis, goddess of Love and Magic in Ancient Egypt. It stands on Agilkia Island and is famous for its graceful columns, sacred history, and setting on the Nile. Transfer back to your cruise ship to enjoy a free afternoon onboard or discover Aswan on your own. Cap off your Nile cruise from Luxor to Aswan with tours with an unforgettable last night in Aswan.
Optional tour: Nubian Village tour
Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Conclude your 4 nights Nile cruise from Luxor to Aswan as you disembark from the cruise. Following disembarkation, proceed to transfer to either Aswan Airport or Aswan Railway. This marking the conclusion of your memorable journey along the Nile. It is sad to see you leaving, but feel free to contact us about your next adventure in Egypt.
Optional tour: Tour to Abu Simbel Temples
Meals Plan: Breakfast Only
