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Overview
Enjoy a 7-day Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor, featuring five-star accommodations, fine dining, and expert-guided tours to Egypt’s most iconic sites—including Philae Temple, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Karnak, Luxor Temple, and the Valley of the Kings. Discover ancient wonders in style and comfort.
Tour Info
- Duration: 8 days , 7 nights
- Departure time and location: At 10:00 am from your hotel or Aswan airport
- Return time and location: At 05:00 pm to the Aswan hotel or airport.
- Package category: Nile Cruises & Dahabiya
Tour Highlights
- Day 1: Check in to the cruise, then visit Philae Temple and the High Dam in Aswan.
- Day 2: Sail to Kom Ombo temple.
- Day 3: Cross the Esna lock, then arrive in Luxor.
- Day 4: Visit east Luxor.
- Day 5: Visit west Luxor and sail to Edfu Temple.
- Day 6: Visit Edfu and sail to Aswan .
- Day 7: Optional tour to Abu Simbel Temples.
- Day 8: Departure.
What to Expect
- Explore Luxor in the Valley of the Kings, Karnak Temple, the Colossi of Memnon, and Hatshepsut Temple.
- Explore in Aswan the Philae Temple, the High Dam, and also the Edfu and Kom Ombo Temples.
More About 8 Days Nile Cruise from Aswan.
- Check-in: Usually around 11:00 AM in Aswan
- Check-out: After breakfast on the final day in Aswan
- Pack comfortable walking shoes, a hat, sunscreen, and a refillable water bottle
- Modest clothing is appreciated during temple visits
- Wi-Fi may be limited or offered at an additional cost onboard
- Optional tours (e.g., Abu Simbel) are available and can be arranged in advance
- Local Tips
- Tipping (gratuities) for the cruise staff and guide is customary. Your guide will advise on appropriate amounts.
- Don’t miss the sunset on the deck — it’s one of the most magical moments of the cruise.
- Always carry small change for tipping or local purchases.
- Ask your guide for stories and myths — Egyptian history comes alive when told by an expert!
Itinerary
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According to the pickup time, our representative will meet you at Aswan Airport/Train Station/your accommodation to transfer you to check in to the cruise.
After check-in you will be transported to visit the below sights and then back to the cruise.
Philae Temple
Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis, is a stunning ancient sanctuary on an island in Aswan, known for its beautiful architecture and serene Nile surroundings.
The High Dam
Visit the High Dam, a modern engineering marvel that controls Nile flooding and provides electricity to Egypt.
The Nubian Village (Optional Tour)
The Nubian Village offers a charming glimpse into Nubian culture, with its colorful homes, traditional crafts, and warm hospitality. a perfect optional visit for an authentic experience in Aswan.
Kindly note this is an optional tour with an additional fee.
Accommodation:
Royal Signature Nile Cruise or similar.
Meals:
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Included Activities:
- Visiting Philae Temple.
- Visit the High Dam.
Optional tours:
- The Nubian Village.
Guide:
Your knowledgeable guide will offer detailed insights about each site and address any inquiries during the tour. Transport between sites is provided for a smooth experience.
According to the pick-up time, your tour guide will be waiting for you in the lobby of your accommodation to transfer you to visit the below sights.
After finishing the visit, you will be transported back to the cruise.
Kom Ombo Temple
It is a unique twin temple dedicated to Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus, the falcon god, offering stunning riverside views and fascinating ancient carvings.
Accommodation:
Royal Signature Nile Cruise or similar.
Meals:
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Included Activities:
- Kom Ombo Temple.
Guide:
Your knowledgeable guide will offer detailed insights about each site and address any inquiries during the tour. Transport between sites is provided for a smooth experience.
According to the pick-up time, your tour guide will be waiting for you in the lobby of your accommodation to transfer you to visit the below sights.
After finishing the visit, you will be transported back to the cruise.
Crossing Esna Lock
Sail through Esna’s historic lock, a remarkable engineering feat on the Nile. Enjoy a seamless passage while taking in scenic river views from your luxury cruise.
Accommodation:
Royal Signature Nile Cruise or similar.
Meals:
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Included Activities:
- Crossing Esna Lock
Guide:
Your knowledgeable guide will offer detailed insights about each site and address any inquiries during the tour. Transport between sites is provided for a smooth experience.
According to the pick-up time, your tour guide will be waiting for you in the lobby of your accommodation to transfer you to visit the below sights.
After finishing the visit, you will be transported back to the cruise
The Karnak Temples
The Karnak Temples in Luxor are a vast ancient complex dedicated to the god Amun, known for its towering columns, massive pylons, and rich carvings—one of Egypt’s most impressive sacred sites.
Luxor Temple
The Luxor Temple is a stunning ancient sanctuary in the heart of Luxor, built to honor the god Amun. Known for its grand colonnades and statues, it was a center for religious festivals and royal ceremonies.
The Hot Air Balloon (Optional Tour)
The hot air balloon ride in Luxor offers a 45-minute aerial view of the city’s monuments. You'll be picked up at 4:00 a.m., then return to the boat for breakfast and your Luxor tour.
Kindly note this is an optional tour with an additional fee.
Accommodation:
Royal Signature Nile Cruise or similar.
Meals:
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Included Activities:
- Exploring Karnak Temples.
- Luxor Temple Visit.
Optional tours:
- Hot air balloon ride.
Guide:
Your knowledgeable guide will offer detailed insights about each site and address any inquiries during the tour. Transport between sites is provided for a smooth experience.
According to the pick-up time, your tour guide will be waiting for you in the lobby of your accommodation to transfer you to visit the below sights.
After finishing the visit, you will be transported back to the cruise.
The Valley of Kings
Explore the Valley of the Kings, a magnificent royal burial site where Egypt’s pharaohs rest in exquisitely decorated tombs, including that of King Tutankhamun.
The Queen Hatshepsut Temple
The Temple of Queen Hatshepsut is an architectural masterpiece, carved into the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari, showcasing elegant terraces and honoring Egypt’s most powerful female pharaoh.
Memnon Colossi Statues
You will be transported to the Memnon Colossi visit; we'll then view the Memnon statues. They are the sole extant sculptures fronting the mortuary temple of Amenhotep III, showing the pharaoh seated on his throne.
Accommodation:
Royal Signature Nile Cruise or similar.
Meals:
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Included Activities:
- Visiting the Valley of Kings.
- Exploring Hatshepsut Temple.
- Viewing the Memnon Colossi.
Guide:
Your knowledgeable guide will offer detailed insights about each site and address any inquiries during the tour. Transport between sites is provided for a smooth experience.
According to the pick-up time, your tour guide will be waiting for you in the lobby of your accommodation to transfer you to visit the below sights.
After finishing the visit, you will be transported back to the cruise.
Edfu Temple
It, dedicated to Horus, is one of Egypt’s best-preserved temples, known for its grand scale, impressive carvings, and rich mythological significance.
Accommodation:
Royal Signature Nile Cruise or similar.
Meals:
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Included Activities:
- Visit Edfu Temple.
Guide:
Your knowledgeable guide will offer detailed insights about each site and address any inquiries during the tour. Transport between sites is provided for a smooth experience.
According to the pick-up time, your tour guide will be waiting for you in the lobby of your accommodation to transfer you to visit the below sights.
After finishing the visit, you will be transported back to the cruise.
Abu Simbel Temples (Optional Tour)
The Abu Simbel Temples, carved into a mountainside, are iconic monuments of Ramses II, famed for their colossal statues and rich history , a must-see optional visit from Aswan.
Kindly note this is an optional tour with an additional fee.
Accommodation:
Royal Signature Nile Cruise or similar.
Meals:
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Optional tours:
- Abu Simbel Temples.
Guide:
Your knowledgeable guide will offer detailed insights about each site and address any inquiries during the tour. Transport between sites is provided for a smooth experience.
The pick-up will be scheduled based on your departure information, and the driver will be ready to take you to your next destination in Aswan (airport/train station/hotel).
Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusions
- Hotel/airport/train station pickup and drop-off
- Accommodation for 7 nights on board a 5-star cruise on a full-board basis.
- Qualified Egyptologist tour guide
- Entrance fees to the mentioned sights in the Program
- All ground transportation in the destination location
- 7 breakfasts, 7 dinners, and 7 Lunches
- Local Taxes
Exclusions
- International Airfare
- Drinks
- Any private expenses
- Optional Tours
- Any Extra Not Mentioned in the Program
- Tipping
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 | $ 2400 | $ 1600 | $ 1520 |
| Max child # [age:6-11] | |||
| Price per child | $ 1200 | $ 800 | |
| Max infant # [age:0-5] | |||
| Price per infant | $ 600 | $ 400 |
Deposit
50 % of the total booking amount
Extra Fees
Optional tours: The Hota Air Balloon. Abu Simbel temples tour. The Nubian village visit.
Beverages during the cruise.