4 Nights Nile Cruise Luxor & Aswan
Karnak Temple · Valley of the Kings · Philae Temple
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Karnak Temple · Valley of the Kings · Philae Temple
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5 Days
4 Nights
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Luxor → Aswan
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Drift along the world's longest river on this 4-night Nile cruise between Luxor and Aswan, sailing past palm-lined banks, sleepy villages, and some of ancient Egypt's most magnificent monuments. Begin in Luxor — the world's greatest open-air museum — with visits to the mighty Karnak Temple Complex and the illuminated Luxor Temple, then cross to the West Bank to explore the royal tombs of the Valley of the Kings. As your ship glides south, stop at the beautifully preserved temples of Edfu and Kom Ombo before arriving in Aswan to admire the High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk, and the island sanctuary of Philae Temple.
With a private Egyptologist guide, full-board dining on a 5-star Nile cruise ship, and all sightseeing and transfers included, this journey blends history, relaxation, and scenic beauty in one seamless itinerary. Optional add-ons such as a felucca sail, Nubian dinner, or an excursion to Abu Simbel let you tailor the experience further. It's the ideal way to see Upper Egypt's monumental highlights without repacking a single bag[reference:0][reference:1].
Arrive at Luxor International Airport. Meet and assist by our Egypt Lover representative and transfer to your 5-star Nile cruise ship.[reference:2][reference:3]
Full day exploring Luxor's East and West Banks, often called the world's greatest open-air museum.[reference:4]
Continue sailing south, stopping at two of Egypt's best-preserved temples along the way.[reference:12][reference:13]
Discover Aswan's ancient and modern treasures, including the romantic island temple of Philae.[reference:18][reference:19]
Enjoy a final breakfast on board before disembarking and transferring to Aswan Airport for your departure flight.[reference:26]
Luxor, ancient Thebes, is often called the world's greatest open-air museum[reference:40]. The East Bank houses the Karnak Temple Complex, the largest religious site ever built, with its iconic Hypostyle Hall of 134 columns[reference:41], and the beautifully illuminated Luxor Temple[reference:42], connected by the 2.7 km Avenue of Sphinxes[reference:43]. The West Bank conceals the Valley of the Kings, where over 60 New Kingdom pharaohs were buried in elaborately painted rock-cut tombs[reference:44], the stunning Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut[reference:45], and the Colossi of Memnon[reference:46].
The Temple of Horus at Edfu, built during the Ptolemaic period, is the most complete and best-preserved temple in Egypt, dedicated to the falcon-headed god Horus[reference:47][reference:48]. Further south, Kom Ombo Temple is a rare double temple simultaneously dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek and the falcon god Horus, with mirrored halls, sanctuaries and courts for each deity[reference:49]. An adjacent museum displays mummified crocodiles once venerated at the site[reference:50].
Aswan, Egypt's southernmost city, offers a gentler, more relaxed pace along the Nile. The Aswan High Dam, an engineering marvel, created Lake Nasser[reference:51]. The Unfinished Obelisk reveals how ancient Egyptians carved colossal monuments from granite[reference:52]. Philae Temple, reached by motorboat, is a romantic island sanctuary dedicated to the goddess Isis[reference:53][reference:54]. Optional excursions to Abu Simbel — the twin rock temples of Ramesses II and Nefertari — are available[reference:55]. A felucca sail on the Nile offers a timeless Nubian experience[reference:56].
Contact our travel experts to customize your 4-night Luxor to Aswan cruise and make it truly unforgettable.