Arrival Transfer to the Nile Cruise & Aswan Tours

Aswan - Upon arrival in Aswan, a licensed tour guide will meet and assist you at the airport, railway station, or your hotel. You will then be transferred by an air-conditioned van to your 5-star Nile Cruise for check-in before lunch. Enjoy lunch on board.

Aswan High Dam - Begin your tour with a visit to the High Dam, completed in 1960 to protect Egypt from flooding and to generate electricity.

Temple of Philae - Continue to the Graeco-Roman Temple dedicated to the goddess Isis, accessible by a small motorboat. Return to the cruise for dinner, a folkloric show, and an overnight stay.

Navigation to Kom Ombo Temple and Visit Kom Ombo Temple & Edfu Temple

Temple of Kom Ombo - In the early morning, enjoy sailing on the cruise and spend time on the deck. Arrive in Kom Ombo to visit the dual temple dedicated to Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus, the falcon god. Return to the cruise for dinner and continue sailing to Edfu.

Temple of Horus - After lunch, take a horse carriage ride with your tour guide to visit the Temple of Horus in Edfu, the most complete and best-preserved of all Egyptian temples. Return to the cruise and relax on deck, admiring the unique landscape and beautiful scenery of the Nile River while sailing to Luxor. Cross the Esna Lock and enjoy afternoon tea on the sundeck. Arrive in Luxor.

Luxor & Karnak Temples Tour

Luxor Temple - After breakfast, transfer to the East Bank of Luxor to visit Luxor Temple, showcasing ancient Egyptian, Christian, and Islamic features.

Temple of Karnak - Continue to Karnak Temple, the largest temple ever built, spanning 2,000 years and covering about 63 acres. Take photos among its massive pillars before returning to the cruise for lunch and an overnight stay in Luxor.

Balloon Ride, Luxor West Bank Tour & Departure Transfer

Colossi of Memnon - Around 5:00 am, embark on a 30 to 45-minute hot air balloon flight over the West Bank of Luxor, offering an aerial view of the landscape and famous landmarks. Watch the sunrise over the temples and mountains.

Valley of the Kings - After breakfast and check-out, drive to the West Bank to visit the Valley of the Kings, where New Kingdom pharaohs carved their tombs in the mountains to hide their treasures and protect their mummies. Duration: 2 hours.

Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el Bahari - Visit the mortuary temple of Queen Hatshepsut at El Deir El Bahari, and learn about her fascinating story with her nephew. End your West Bank tour with a photo stop at the Colossi of Memnon. Optional lunch at a local restaurant. Transfer to Luxor airport or hotel.

• All transfers by air-conditioned vehicles with experienced drivers
• Knowledgeable Egyptology English-speaking tour guide
• Exhilarating hot air balloon ride over the Luxor sky
• All meals included: breakfast, lunch, and dinner
• All local taxes and service charges covered
• 3 nights in 5-star Nile cruise accommodations, full-board
• Meet and assist service by English-speaking representatives

• Tipping to tour guide, driver, cruise staff, etc

Sail down one of the world’s most famous waterways as you discover top attractions in southern Egypt. During this multi-day cruise from Aswan to Luxor, you’ll disembark for guided visits to the region’s most iconic sites, including Kom Ombo, the Valley of Kings, and Philae Temple. Tasty onboard meals are included, plus a personalized pickup from the airport, train station, or your Aswan hotel. Note: if Le fayan Nile Cruise isn’t available we will upgrade it to movenpick Royal lilly or mvenpick Royal Lotus .

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.