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1Pickup in Luxor, cruise check-in and included visits to Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple.
Egypt Tours Club · Extended Luxury Nile Cruise
7-Night Luxury Nile Cruise from Luxor with Abu Simbel
An unhurried round-trip voyage from Luxor to Aswan and back aboard Royal Signature Nile Cruise or a similar confirmed five-star vessel, with full-board dining and Abu Simbel included.
8 days / 7 nights
Luxor → Aswan → Luxor
Royal Signature · Abu Simbel included
Journey Overview
Luxor → Aswan → Luxor
Journey Overview
Eight days of refined sailing, ancient monuments and relaxed discovery
8 days / 7 nights
12Enjoy a slower day on the Nile, with an optional sunrise hot-air balloon before sailing.
3Explore the Temple of Horus at Edfu and continue south through Upper Egypt.
4Early guided road excursion from Aswan to the temples of Ramses II and Nefertari, with transport included.
5Discover Aswan’s island sanctuary of Isis and its major modern engineering landmark.
6Visit the riverside double temple of Sobek and Haroeris, then continue toward Luxor.
7Experience the lock crossing and enjoy the final full sailing day and overnight aboard.
8Disembark after breakfast; visit the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple and Colossi of Memnon before drop-off.
Tour Highlights
A complete Upper Egypt round trip with Abu Simbel included
East BankKarnak & Luxor Temples
Begin the cruise among the monumental sanctuaries of ancient Thebes.
Temple of HorusEdfu Temple
Explore one of Egypt’s best-preserved ancient temples.
Ramses IIAbu Simbel Included
Travel by road for a guided visit to both monumental rock-cut temples.
AswanPhilae & High Dam
Combine the island sanctuary of Isis with Aswan’s modern landmark.
Nile TempleKom Ombo Temple
Discover the unusual symmetrical sanctuary beside the Nile.
Royal HeritageLuxor West Bank
Conclude with royal tombs, Hatshepsut’s terraces and Memnon.
What to Expect
Extended five-star cruising with guided visits and slower sailing days
Royal Signature · Abu Simbel included
Royal Signature or similar
Seven nights aboard Royal Signature Nile Cruise or a similar confirmed five-star vessel.
Abu Simbel included
The guided Day 4 visit and round-trip road transportation from Aswan are included.
Full-board basis
Breakfast, lunch and dinner follow the vessel’s schedule; confirm arrival and departure meals.
Qualified Egyptologist
Professional guiding is included for every published archaeological visit.
Luxor pickup and drop-off
The round-trip route begins and ends in Luxor with confirmed local transfers.
Additional Information
Important details to confirm before embarkation
The detailed itinerary, inclusions and FAQ confirm Abu Simbel is included. One generic line calling it optional should be corrected on the live page.
Embarkation and final departure are in Luxor, not Aswan. The vessel sails Luxor–Aswan–Luxor.
Day 1 breakfast and Day 8 lunch/dinner depend on actual embarkation and disembarkation times and should be confirmed.
Confirm Royal Signature or substitute vessel, cabin category, sailing date and Abu Simbel arrangements before payment.
Edfu, Kom Ombo, Esna Lock and sailing times may change according to cruise operations.
Comfortable shoes, sun protection, modest clothing and an early-start layer for Abu Simbel.
Extra Fees & Optional Add-ons
Experiences and services not included in the published package
Optional
Karnak Sound & Light Show
Optional evening experience on Day 1.
OptionalLuxor Hot-Air Balloon
Optional sunrise flight on Day 2, subject to weather and operations.
OptionalNubian Village
Optional cultural visit in Aswan with an additional fee.
OptionalTutankhamun’s Tomb
A separately purchased premium ticket is required.
OptionalBeverages and Wi-Fi
Onboard drinks and Wi-Fi are excluded unless confirmed in writing.
OptionalUpgrades and gratuities
Cabin upgrades, extra services and tipping are not included.
OptionalReady for an extended luxury Nile voyage?
Review the itinerary and confirm the vessel, cabin and arrival/departure meals.
8-Day / 7-Night Luxury Nile Cruise from Luxor with Abu Simbel
An extended round-trip luxury Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan and back to Luxor, aboard Royal Signature Nile Cruise or a similar 5-star vessel, with Abu Simbel included.
8 days / 7 nightsLuxor → Aswan → LuxorRoyal Signature · Abu Simbel included
DAY1
Luxor East Bank
Cruise Check-in, Karnak & Luxor Temple
Board in Luxor and explore the monumental East Bank temples.
Meet the representative at Luxor Airport, Luxor Train Station or your local accommodation and transfer to Royal Signature Nile Cruise or a similar vessel. After check-in, visit Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple.
Included experiences
Cruise Embarkation in Luxor
Check in aboard the confirmed 5-star vessel.
Karnak Temple Complex
Explore monumental pylons, courts and the Great Hypostyle Hall.
Luxor Temple
Visit the ancient sanctuary in central Luxor.
Karnak Sound & Light Show
Optional evening experience with an additional fee.
AccommodationRoyal Signature Nile Cruise or similar
MealsThe page lists breakfast, lunch and dinner; confirm arrival-day breakfast because embarkation is usually around 11:00 AM
TransportPrivate Luxor pickup, sightseeing vehicle and cruise embarkation
Note: The page’s general information incorrectly says embarkation is in Aswan. The detailed itinerary correctly starts in Luxor.
DAY2
Luxor → Edfu
Relaxed Sailing & Optional Hot-Air Balloon
Enjoy a slower sailing day toward Edfu, with an optional sunrise balloon flight.
Enjoy the relaxed pace of the extended cruise as the vessel sails toward Edfu. A sunrise hot-air balloon over Luxor may be added before breakfast.
Included experiences
Nile Sailing toward Edfu
Relax on deck and enjoy panoramic Upper Egypt scenery.
Hot-Air Balloon Ride
Optional 45-minute sunrise flight, normally with pickup around 4:00 AM.
AccommodationRoyal Signature Nile Cruise or similar
MealsBreakfast, lunch and dinner
TransportNile Cruise sailing; optional balloon transfers when booked
Note: There is no standard included temple visit published for Day 2. Sailing times depend on cruise operations.
DAY3
Edfu → Aswan
Edfu Temple & Sailing to Aswan
Visit the Temple of Horus and continue south toward Aswan.
Meet your guide for the included visit to Edfu Temple, one of Egypt’s best-preserved ancient sanctuaries. Return to the vessel and continue sailing toward Aswan.
Included experiences
Edfu Temple
Explore the pylons, courts, inscriptions and sanctuary of Horus.
Nile Sailing to Aswan
Continue south through Upper Egypt’s river landscapes.
AccommodationRoyal Signature Nile Cruise or similar
MealsBreakfast, lunch and dinner
TransportLocal Edfu transfer and Nile Cruise sailing
Note: The visit time depends on vessel arrival and local operating conditions.
DAY4
Aswan → Abu Simbel → Aswan
Included Abu Simbel Temples
Travel south for a guided visit to the monumental temples of Ramses II and Nefertari.
Depart early from Aswan for the included guided excursion to Abu Simbel. Explore the Great Temple of Ramses II and the Temple of Queen Nefertari before returning to the cruise.
Included experiences
Abu Simbel Temples
Guided visit with local road transportation included by the detailed itinerary and inclusions.
Nubian Village
Optional Aswan cultural visit with an additional fee.
AccommodationRoyal Signature Nile Cruise or similar
MealsBreakfast, lunch and dinner
TransportIncluded round-trip Aswan–Abu Simbel road transfer and cruise transfer
Note: One generic page line calls Abu Simbel optional, but the detailed itinerary, included-activities list, inclusions and FAQ confirm it is included.
DAY5
Aswan
Philae Temple & High Dam
Explore Aswan’s principal ancient and modern landmarks.
Visit the Aswan High Dam and travel by local boat to Philae Temple, the island sanctuary dedicated to Isis. Return to the cruise for the final night in Aswan.
Included experiences
Aswan High Dam
Visit the major modern engineering landmark overlooking Lake Nasser.
Philae Temple
Reach the island by boat and explore the temple complex dedicated to Isis.
AccommodationRoyal Signature Nile Cruise or similar
MealsBreakfast, lunch and dinner
TransportPrivate Aswan sightseeing vehicle, local boat and cruise transfer
Note: The order of Philae and the High Dam may change according to local timing.
DAY6
Aswan → Kom Ombo → Luxor
Kom Ombo Temple & Northbound Sailing
Begin the return journey and visit the unique riverside double temple.
Sail north from Aswan and stop at Kom Ombo for the included visit to the symmetrical temple dedicated to Sobek and Haroeris. Return to the vessel and continue toward Luxor.
Included experiences
Kom Ombo Temple
Explore the twin temple, crocodile symbolism and riverside setting.
Northbound Nile Sailing
Continue the extended return voyage toward Luxor.
AccommodationRoyal Signature Nile Cruise or similar
MealsBreakfast, lunch and dinner
TransportCruise sailing and local Kom Ombo transfer
Note: Visit and sailing times are controlled by the cruise schedule.
DAY7
Kom Ombo → Esna → Luxor
Esna Lock Crossing & Arrival in Luxor
Experience the lock passage and return to Luxor aboard the cruise.
Continue sailing north and pass through Esna Lock before arriving back in Luxor. Enjoy the final full day and last overnight aboard the cruise.
Included experiences
Crossing Esna Lock
Observe the vessel’s passage through the historic Nile lock.
Arrival in Luxor
Return to Luxor for the final overnight on board.
AccommodationRoyal Signature Nile Cruise or similar
MealsBreakfast, lunch and dinner
TransportNile Cruise sailing and Esna Lock passage
Note: Lock timing can change according to river traffic and operating procedures.
DAY8
Luxor West Bank
Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut, Memnon & Departure
Disembark, explore Luxor’s West Bank and continue to your next destination.
After breakfast and cruise check-out, visit the Valley of the Kings, Queen Hatshepsut’s Temple and the Colossi of Memnon. Continue to the confirmed Luxor hotel, airport or train station.
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 seated statues of Amenhotep III.
Tutankhamun’s Tomb
Requires a separately purchased premium ticket.
Luxor Departure Transfer
Transfer to the confirmed local hotel, airport or station.
AccommodationCheck-out day
MealsBreakfast; the page also lists lunch and dinner, which must be reconfirmed because there is no Day 8 accommodation
TransportPrivate West Bank sightseeing and Luxor departure transfer
Note: The cruise route ends in Luxor. Departure-day lunch and dinner are not operationally guaranteed unless confirmed in writing.
Current Season Price Details
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 | $ 2680 | $ 1680 | $ 1680 |
| Max child # [age:6-11] | |||
| Price per child | $ 1340 | $ 840 | |
| Max infant # [age:0-5] | |||
| Price per infant | $ 670 | $ 420 |
Deposit
50 % of the total booking amount
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