5-Day Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan | 5-Star Full Board
Egypt Tours Club · Five-Star Nile Cruise
5-Day Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan
A classic 5-day sailing journey aboard Mayfair Nile Cruise or a similar confirmed five-star vessel, combining full-board comfort with Egyptologist-guided visits from Luxor to Aswan.
A 5-day / 4-night luxury Nile Cruise aboard Mayfair Nile Cruise or a similar 5-star vessel, combining Luxor’s East and West Banks, Edfu, Kom Ombo and Aswan.
5 days / 4 nightsLuxor → Edfu → Kom Ombo → AswanMayfair Nile Cruise or similar
Day-by-day sailing programme
DAY1Luxor East Bank
Cruise Check-in, Karnak Temple & Luxor Temple
Board the cruise in Luxor and explore the monumental East Bank temples.
According to the confirmed pickup time, a representative will meet you at Luxor Airport, Luxor Train Station or your local accommodation and transfer you to the cruise. After check-in, visit Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple before returning to the vessel.
Included experiences
Cruise Embarkation in Luxor
Check in aboard Mayfair Nile Cruise or a similar confirmed 5-star vessel.
Karnak Temple Complex
Explore monumental pylons, courts and the Great Hypostyle Hall.
Luxor Temple
Visit the ancient sanctuary in the heart of Luxor.
Optional · Extra fee
Karnak Sound & Light Show
Optional evening performance with an additional fee.
AccommodationMayfair Nile Cruise or similar
MealsThe page lists breakfast, lunch and dinner; confirm Day 1 breakfast because embarkation is usually around midday
TransportPrivate pickup in Luxor, local sightseeing vehicle and cruise embarkation
Note: The page incorrectly states that check-in is usually in Aswan. This programme correctly starts in Luxor.
DAY2Luxor West Bank → Edfu
Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut, Memnon & Esna Lock
Explore Luxor’s royal West Bank, then sail south toward Edfu.
Meet your Egyptologist after breakfast and visit the Valley of the Kings, Queen Hatshepsut’s Temple and the Colossi of Memnon. Return to the cruise and sail toward Edfu through Esna Lock.
Included experiences
Valley of the Kings
Enter selected royal tombs of New Kingdom pharaohs.
Temple of Queen Hatshepsut
Explore the terraced mortuary temple at Deir el-Bahari.
Colossi of Memnon
See the monumental statues of Amenhotep III.
Crossing Esna Lock
Enjoy the Nile passage through the historic lock.
Optional · Extra fee
Hot-Air Balloon Ride
Optional sunrise flight over Luxor with an additional fee.
Optional · Extra fee
Tutankhamun’s Tomb
Requires a separately purchased special ticket.
AccommodationMayfair Nile Cruise or similar
MealsBreakfast, lunch and dinner
TransportPrivate West Bank touring and Nile Cruise sailing
Note: The balloon pickup may be around 4:00 AM. Sailing and lock timings are controlled by cruise operations.
DAY3Edfu → Kom Ombo
Edfu Temple & Kom Ombo Temple
Discover two of Upper Egypt’s best-known riverside temples.
Visit the Temple of Horus at Edfu, return to the cruise and continue sailing to Kom Ombo. Later, explore the unique twin temple dedicated to Sobek and Haroeris.
Included experiences
Edfu Temple
Explore one of Egypt’s best-preserved ancient temples.
Nile Sailing
Enjoy panoramic river views while travelling toward Kom Ombo.
Kom Ombo Temple
Visit the symmetrical riverside temple dedicated to two gods.
AccommodationMayfair Nile Cruise or similar
MealsBreakfast, lunch and dinner
TransportCruise sailing and local temple transfers
Note: Temple visit times depend on vessel arrival, local traffic and the operating schedule.
DAY4Aswan
Philae Temple, High Dam & Optional Aswan Experiences
Explore Aswan’s principal included landmarks on the final full sightseeing day.
Visit the Aswan High Dam and travel by local boat to Philae Temple. Return to the cruise after the included visits and enjoy the final overnight on board.
Included experiences
Aswan High Dam
Visit the modern engineering landmark overlooking Lake Nasser.
Philae Temple
Reach the island sanctuary by boat and explore the temple dedicated to Isis.
TransportPrivate Aswan sightseeing vehicle, local boat and cruise transfer
Note: Guests adding Abu Simbel may depart around 5:00 AM. Confirm the timing before the cruise starts.
DAY5Aswan
Disembarkation & Departure from Aswan
Check out after breakfast and continue to your confirmed Aswan destination.
Complete cruise check-out after breakfast. Your driver will transfer you to the confirmed Aswan hotel, Aswan Airport or Aswan Train Station according to your departure details.
Included experiences
Breakfast on Board
Enjoy the final included breakfast before disembarkation.
Cruise Check-out
Complete disembarkation formalities, normally by 11:00 AM.
Aswan Departure Transfer
Transfer to the confirmed Aswan airport, station or hotel.
Optional · Extra fee
Late Check-out
May be requested subject to cruise availability and an additional charge.
AccommodationCheck-out day
MealsBreakfast; no lunch or dinner is confirmed after disembarkation
TransportPrivate departure transfer within Aswan
Note: The page incorrectly says the final driver transfer is to Luxor. The actual route ends in Aswan.
ETC
Egypt Tours ClubClear cruise details before you confirm
5 Days / 4 Nights
Inclusions & Exclusions
What Is Included and Excluded?
Review the confirmed services for this 4-night Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan. The package includes full-board accommodation aboard Mayfair Nile Cruise or a similar 5-star vessel, private guided sightseeing, standard entrance fees, local transfers and the published visits between Luxor and Aswan.
Cruise Inclusions
Services confirmed by the official package list
4 cruise nights5-star Nile CruiseFull-board mealsPrivate Egyptologist
Pickup in Luxor and departure transfer in Aswan
Pickup from Luxor Airport, train station or local accommodation, with a final transfer after disembarkation to the confirmed Aswan hotel, airport or train station.
4 nights aboard Mayfair Nile Cruise or similar
Four nights on a confirmed 5-star Nile cruise sailing from Luxor to Aswan, subject to vessel and sailing-date availability.
Full-board meals as stated in the programme
Breakfast, lunch and dinner are listed on Days 1 through 4. Meal service on the arrival day and breakfast on the departure day should be confirmed against the actual embarkation and disembarkation schedule.
Professional qualified Egyptologist guide
A knowledgeable Egyptologist accompanies the included sightseeing and provides historical explanations at each confirmed site.
Standard entrance fees to all listed attractions
Regular admission to Luxor Temple, Karnak Temples, Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, Colossi of Memnon, Edfu Temple, Kom Ombo Temple, Philae Temple and Aswan High Dam.
All local ground transportation
Transportation between the cruise, included attractions and the confirmed local pickup and drop-off points.
Sailing through Esna Lock
The programme includes the Nile sailing experience through Esna Lock while traveling from Luxor toward Edfu and Aswan.
All local taxes and service charges
Applicable local taxes and service charges connected with the expressly included cruise services.
Cruise Exclusions
Items payable separately unless confirmed in writing
International airfareOptional toursBeveragesTipping
International airfare and travel to Luxor or from Aswan
International flights and any domestic flight or long-distance train used to reach Luxor or continue from Aswan are excluded unless separately booked.
Egypt entry visa
The Egypt entry visa and related government fees are not listed among the included cruise services.
Beverages during the cruise
Soft drinks, juices, coffee, alcoholic beverages and other onboard beverages are excluded unless expressly confirmed in writing.
Personal expenses
Laundry, telephone charges, shopping, minibar items, medical expenses and other private purchases are excluded.
Optional Karnak Sound and Light Show
The evening Sound and Light Show at Karnak on Day 1 carries an additional fee.
Optional Luxor hot-air balloon
The sunrise hot-air balloon flight on Day 2 is optional and payable separately.
Optional Abu Simbel excursion
The early-morning Abu Simbel visit from Aswan on Day 4 requires advance booking and additional payment.
Optional Nubian Village visit
The Nubian Village experience in Aswan is optional and carries an additional fee.
Tutankhamun’s tomb and premium tickets
Entry to Tutankhamun’s tomb and any separately ticketed or restricted-access tomb or attraction require separate payment.
Onboard Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi may be limited or offered by the cruise operator at an additional cost.
Cabin upgrades and extra services
Suite upgrades, cabin-category upgrades, private transfers outside the listed local areas, early check-in, late checkout and extra nights require a revised quotation.
Tipping and gratuities
Tips for the cruise crew, guide, drivers and other service providers are not included.
Anything not stated in the confirmed programme
Any unlisted transfer, meal, attraction, ticket or service remains excluded unless added in writing.
Accommodation4 nights on a 5-star cruiseMayfair Nile Cruise or a similar confirmed vessel.
MealsFull boardBreakfast, lunch and dinner according to the operating schedule.
RouteLuxor → Edfu → Kom Ombo → AswanEast and West Bank visits, temple sailing and Aswan highlights.
Important page discrepancies: The route, title and itinerary clearly begin in Luxor and end in Aswan. However, the general information incorrectly says check-in is usually around 11:00 AM in Aswan, and the Day 5 departure paragraph incorrectly says the driver will take guests to a next destination in Luxor. This script follows the actual Luxor-to-Aswan route and treats the final transfer as an Aswan service. The daily programme lists breakfast on Day 1 even though embarkation occurs around midday, while Day 5 does not separately state the included breakfast despite disembarkation after breakfast. These arrival and departure meals should be reconfirmed.
Review the sailing programme or confirm your 5-day Nile Cruise
Confirm the vessel, cabin category, Luxor embarkation time, Aswan departure transfer, arrival and final-day meals, and any optional balloon, Abu Simbel or Nubian Village visit before booking.
Please Note that price changes per season, so the price will depend on the date you pick when check out
Single Room
Double Room
Triple Room
Must adult #
Price per adult
$
1675
$
1050
$
1050
Max child #
[age:6-11]
Price per child
$
838
$
525
Max infant # [age:0-5]
Price per infant
$
419
$
263
Deposit
50 % of the total booking amount
User Reviews
Frequently Asked Questions
The cruise includes full-board accommodation, guided tours to major temples between Luxor and Aswan, professional Egyptologist guidance, and all onboard facilities.
You will visit Karnak Temple, the Valley of the Kings, Edfu Temple, Kom Ombo Temple, Philae Temple, and the Aswan High Dam.
Yes, this cruise is ideal for first-time travelers as it covers Egypt’s most important Upper Egypt landmarks in a comfortable and well-organized itinerary.
The best time is from October to April, when the weather is mild and perfect for sightseeing along the Nile.