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5-Day Luxor and Aswan Nile Cruise with Abu Simbel and Hot Air Balloon
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Overview
- Duration:5 days 4 nights
- Travelers:2 - 15 guests
- Tour Type:Multi-day tour
- Language:English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese, Spanish
Experience the magic of Southern Egypt on a luxurious four-day Nile cruise from Aswan. Explore Abu Simbel at sunrise, soar over Luxor’s Valley of the Kings in a hot-air balloon, and visit legendary temples like Philae, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Karnak, and Luxor. Enjoy five-star accommodations, full board, expert Egyptologist guides, and seamless air-conditioned transfers, offering an unforgettable blend of culture, breathtaking landscapes, and authentic Egyptian experiences.
Highlights
- Aswan such a charming city famous by the Nubian culture
- Abu Simbel Temple and Enjoy the Nile View
- Temple of Edfu and Enjoy the Nile View
- The famous Valley of the kings and Hot Air Balloon
Includes/Excludes
- Dinner
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- 3 nights on a 5-star cruise on board
- An air-conditioned vehicle during the trip
- Qualified Egyptology tour guide
- Entrance fees to all sightseeing's between Aswan and Luxor
- Entry/Admission - Temple of Philae
- Entry/Admission - Abu Simbel Temple
- Entry/Admission - Edfu Temple
- Entry/Admission - Valley of the Kings
- Tipping
Cancellation policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
Itinerary
Day1 : Aswan such a charming city famous by the Nubian culture
Arrive to Aswan the beautiful city famous by the Nubian culture where we going to pick you up from your hotel, train-station or airport to start our first tour. Down to the Nile where we going to take motor-boat to visit the splendid Philae Temple. Move to visit the beautiful Aswan High Dam. After the amazing day tour in Aswan check in Nile Cruise. Enjoy your lunch, Rest and refresh, Evening Nubian party will be operated by the cruise staff.
Abu Simbel Temple and Enjoy the Nile View
Around 5:00 AM. It is the pick up time for the most important temples in upper Egypt which is Abu Simbel temple. Back to Aswan around 1 pm where the cruise will start to sail towards Kom Ombo. Enjoy all the natural views all over the way. Have unique photos of both cultures Egyptian and Nubian. Stop at Kom Ombo to visit Kom Ombo temple. Cruise will start over to sail towards Edfu. Enjoy sailing.
Temple of Edfu and Enjoy the Nile View
Enjoy your breakfast, Touch the culture and visit Edfu temple by Horse-Carriage. Sail over and enjoy the local villages views at the both sides of the Nile. Drink your Egyptian tea on cruise sun deck during sailing. Pass the famous Esna lock. Arrive Luxor at sun set time. It is great chance to be in Luxor to visit the famous local market and drink the famous upper Egyptian sugar cane juice.
The famous Valley of the kings and Hot Air Balloon
Around 5:30 AM. Experience the life trip the Hot Air Balloon as they call it above the sky of Luxor. After the great tour start our next tour directly to visit the most ancient temples in whole the world at Luxor west bank, Valley of the Kings. Queen Hatshepsut temple and Colossi of Memnon. Drive to the east bank to visit the largest temple in whole the world Karnak Temple. Last stop will be the beautiful Luxor temple. Transfer in comfort to your hotel in Luxor, Train-Station or Luxor Airport. Have a nice trip
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Frequently asked questions
How do we fit Abu Simbel and sailing into a short 4-Day itinerary?
Because this is a 4-day cruise, the schedule is highly optimized.
The Logistics: The excursion to Abu Simbel takes place early in the morning on Day 2. You will depart Aswan by land around 4:00 AM while the ship is docked.
No Missed Sights: You will explore the temples and return to the ship in Aswan by midday—just in time for lunch. The ship begins sailing north toward Kom Ombo immediately after you return, ensuring you don’t miss a single moment of cruising time.
The Logistics: The excursion to Abu Simbel takes place early in the morning on Day 2. You will depart Aswan by land around 4:00 AM while the ship is docked.
No Missed Sights: You will explore the temples and return to the ship in Aswan by midday—just in time for lunch. The ship begins sailing north toward Kom Ombo immediately after you return, ensuring you don’t miss a single moment of cruising time.
When and where does the Hot Air Balloon ride take place?
The hot air balloon ride takes place in Luxor, which is the final destination of your cruise. It happens at sunrise on Day 4 (the day of disembarkation).
🌅 The Early Bird Perk: You will be picked up from the cruise ship before dawn (around 4:30 AM) and crossed over to the West Bank of the Nile. After your flight over the Valley of the Kings, you will seamlessly transition right into your guided day tour of Luxor's West Bank temples, making the absolute most of your final day.
🌅 The Early Bird Perk: You will be picked up from the cruise ship before dawn (around 4:30 AM) and crossed over to the West Bank of the Nile. After your flight over the Valley of the Kings, you will seamlessly transition right into your guided day tour of Luxor's West Bank temples, making the absolute most of your final day.
What is the difference between this 4-day cruise and a 5-day cruise?
Both cruises cover the exact same iconic highlights (Philae Temple, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Valley of the Kings, Karnak, Abu Simbel, and the Balloon ride). The main difference is the direction and pace:
The 4-Day Cruise: Starts in Aswan and sails downstream (north) to Luxor. Because you are sailing with the river's current, the ship moves faster, making this itinerary perfect for travelers with limited time who want a packed, high-energy adventure.
The 5-Day Cruise: Starts in Luxor and sails upstream (south) to Aswan. Sailing against the current takes longer, offering a more relaxed pace with more downtime on the sun deck
The 4-Day Cruise: Starts in Aswan and sails downstream (north) to Luxor. Because you are sailing with the river's current, the ship moves faster, making this itinerary perfect for travelers with limited time who want a packed, high-energy adventure.
The 5-Day Cruise: Starts in Luxor and sails upstream (south) to Aswan. Sailing against the current takes longer, offering a more relaxed pace with more downtime on the sun deck
What time should I arrive in Aswan on Day 1, and when will we finish in Luxor on Day 4?
To ensure a smooth trip, please plan your travel around the following timeline:
Day 1 (Arrival): We recommend arriving at Aswan Airport (ASW) or the Aswan train station before 10:00 AM. This allows us to take you straight to your Aswan sightseeing tours (High Dam and Philae Temple) and get you checked onto the cruise ship in time for lunch.
Day 4 (Departure): The tour of Luxor's East and West Banks concludes around 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM. We recommend booking departure flights out of Luxor Airport (LXR) or trains anytime after 6:00 PM.
Day 1 (Arrival): We recommend arriving at Aswan Airport (ASW) or the Aswan train station before 10:00 AM. This allows us to take you straight to your Aswan sightseeing tours (High Dam and Philae Temple) and get you checked onto the cruise ship in time for lunch.
Day 4 (Departure): The tour of Luxor's East and West Banks concludes around 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM. We recommend booking departure flights out of Luxor Airport (LXR) or trains anytime after 6:00 PM.
Where do we keep our luggage on the final day after checking out of the cabin?
Per standard cruise line regulations, cabin check-out is in the morning on Day 4 (usually right after breakfast or before you head out for your hot air balloon/West Bank tour).
💼 Luggage Safety: You do not need to carry your bags with you! You will leave your luggage securely at the ship’s reception desk. After your day of sightseeing in Luxor is finished, our private vehicle will bring you back to the ship to collect your bags before transferring you to the airport or your hotel.
💼 Luggage Safety: You do not need to carry your bags with you! You will leave your luggage securely at the ship’s reception desk. After your day of sightseeing in Luxor is finished, our private vehicle will bring you back to the ship to collect your bags before transferring you to the airport or your hotel.
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