4-Night Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan
Luxor to Aswan · Abu Simbel optional
About this trip
Five days that start with Karnak by day and Luxor Temple by night, then the Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut's temple before the ship sails south. Edfu, reached by horse carriage, and Kom Ombo come on day 3. Abu Simbel is an optional excursion on day 4, and the cruise ends in Aswan with the High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk and Philae.
Sights on this cruise
Day by day
- 1Day 1
Start the Cruise & Luxor East Bank
Meet your guide in Luxor and visit Karnak Temple, then board your 5-star deluxe Nile cruise for check-in and lunch. In the evening, visit Luxor Temple by night before returning to the cruise for dinner and overnight. Meals: lunch and dinner.
- 2Day 2
Luxor West Bank
After breakfast on board, explore Luxor's West Bank including the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, and Colossi of Memnon. Return to the cruise for lunch and dinner while sailing. Meals: breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
- 3Day 3
Edfu & Kom Ombo Temples
Visit Edfu Temple by horse carriage, then sail toward Kom Ombo and explore its unique double temple dedicated to Sobek and Horus the Elder. Continue sailing to Aswan and overnight on board. Meals: breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
- 4Day 4
Abu Simbel Temples (optional)
Optional extra at an extra charge, which covers the entrance ticket, an Egyptologist guide and the air-conditioned vehicle: start early with breakfast boxes, drive to Abu Simbel, visit the two great rock-cut temples of Ramses II and Queen Nefertari, then return to the cruise for lunch and overnight. If you skip it, you have a free morning on board in Aswan. Meals: breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
- 5Day 5
Aswan Sightseeing & End of Cruise
After breakfast and check-out, visit Aswan highlights including the High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk, and Philae Temple. Lunch is served at a good local restaurant, then transfer to your hotel or preferred location in Aswan. Meals: breakfast and lunch.
Included
- Pick up service from Luxor and drop off transfer in Aswan
- All trips and transfers by modern air-conditioned vehicles
- Accommodation on 5-star deluxe Nile cruise for 4 nights on full board
- Nile cruise excursions as mentioned in the itinerary
- Entrance fees to all indicated sites in the itinerary
- Highly qualified Egyptologist tour guide during your tours
- Service charges and taxes
Not included
- Tipping
- Personal expenses
- Abu Simbel excursion - optional, at an extra charge (ticket, guide and vehicle)
- Any extras not mentioned in the program
Questions about this trip
Where does it start?
Luxor (ends in Aswan).
How much does it cost?
The price is per person and depends on your group size and travel dates. Send your date, number of travelers and hotel or ship through the form on this page or on WhatsApp, and we reply with the exact price and availability.
What is not included?
Tipping; Personal expenses; Abu Simbel excursion - optional, at an extra charge (ticket, guide and vehicle); Any extras not mentioned in the program.
Operated by Avicon Travel. See the full program on avicontravel.com


