5-Days 4-Nights Private Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan
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5 days
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Sail along the majestic Nile River from Luxor to Aswan on this unforgettable 5-day, 4-night private cruise tour. Journey through Egypt’s timeless wonders as you admire the lush riverbanks, golden deserts, and ancient temples that line the Nile. Starting in Luxor, explore the East and West Banks with your private Egyptologist guide, visiting iconic landmarks such as Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, the Valley of the Kings, and the Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut.
Continue to Edfu to see the remarkably preserved Temple of Horus, then to Kom Ombo to explore the dual temples dedicated to Sobek and Horus. In Aswan, marvel at the engineering feat of the High Dam, visit the island-bound Philae Temple dedicated to Isis, and examine the ancient Unfinished Obelisk in the granite quarries.
Relax onboard a luxury Nile cruise ship, enjoying delicious meals, comfortable accommodations, and panoramic views of the Nile Valley
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Day 1: Arrival in Luxor – East Bank Tour
Accommodations
Nile Cruise
Food and Drinks
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Luxor
Upon arrival in Luxor, our representative will greet you and transfer you to your 5★ Nile cruise ship. After check-in and lunch onboard, meet your private Egyptologist guide to begin your journey with a tour of Luxor’s East Bank.
The Karnak Temple
Start with a visit to the Karnak Temple Complex, one of the most significant religious sites in ancient Egypt. Explore its vast courtyards, colossal columns, and the Great Hypostyle Hall—a marvel of ancient engineering and devotion.
Luxor Temple
Continue to Luxor Temple, which comes alive in the golden hues of evening. Walk through the grand avenue of sphinxes and admire the statues of Ramses II and intricate carvings that recount the glory of ancient Thebes. Return to the cruise for dinner and enjoy your first overnight stay onboard in Luxor.
Day 2: West Bank Tour – Sail to Edfu
Accommodations
Nile Cruise
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Valley of the Kings
After breakfast onboard, cross the Nile to explore the West Bank, where ancient tombs and mortuary temples await. Visit the Valley of the Kings, final resting place of the New Kingdom pharaohs. Enter some of the beautifully decorated royal tombs—some still vivid with color after thousands of years. (Optional visit to King Tutankhamun’s tomb available.)
Temple of Hatshepsut
Next, explore the Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, a striking monument carved into the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari. Learn about this powerful female pharaoh and her unique reign.
Colossi of Memnon
Stop for photos at the Colossi of Memnon, two massive statues of Amenhotep III that have stood guard for over 3,400 years.
Esna Lock
Return to your cruise for lunch, and begin sailing south toward Edfu. Enjoy dinner onboard and take in the peaceful views as you pass through the Esna Lock. Overnight on the cruise in Edfu.
Day 3: Edfu – Kom Ombo – Sail to Aswan
Accommodations
Nile Cruise
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Edfu Temple
Enjoy breakfast onboard, then take a horse-drawn carriage through the city to visit the Temple of Horus in Edfu, one of the most well-preserved temples in all of Egypt. Admire its massive pylons, intricate inscriptions, and the stories they tell of ancient mythology and power.
Kom Ombo Temple
Return to the ship and continue sailing to Kom Ombo, where you’ll explore the unusual double temple dedicated to two gods—Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus the Elder, the falcon god. Learn about the unique dual design and visit the on-site Crocodile Museum, where mummified crocodiles are on display.
Aswan
Back onboard, enjoy lunch, afternoon tea, and dinner as you cruise toward Aswan. Evening entertainment may include a traditional Galabeya Party onboard. Overnight on the cruise in Aswan.
Day 4: Aswan Tour
Accommodations
Nile Cruise
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Aswan High Dam
After breakfast, begin your guided tour of Aswan, a city known for its beauty and cultural diversity. Start at the High Dam, a modern engineering marvel that changed the face of Egypt by controlling Nile flooding and generating electricity.
Temple of Philae
Then take a short boat ride to Philae Temple, one of Egypt’s most picturesque temples, dedicated to Isis, the goddess of magic and motherhood. Learn how this beautiful complex was saved from flooding and relocated to Agilkia Island.
Unfinished Obelisk
Next, visit the Unfinished Obelisk, an enormous ancient monument left incomplete in the stone quarries. Marvel at its size and gain insight into ancient stone-cutting techniques.
Day 5: Disembarkation – Departure
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Aswan
After breakfast onboard, check out and disembark from your cruise. You’ll be transferred to your hotel or Aswan airport/train station for your onward journey. Optional: Extend your tour with an Abu Simbel excursion (available upon request). This concludes your unforgettable Nile journey, filled with history, beauty, and unique cultural experiences.
Options
4-Days 3-Nights Private Cruise
4-Days 3-Nights Private Cruise Pickup included
5-Days 4-Nights Private Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan
Pickup included
Abu Simbel Included
Abu Simbel Included Pickup included
What‘s Included
Entry/Admission - Colossi of Memnon
4 nights on a 5★ deluxe Nile cruise ship
Meet-and-assist services at airports or hotels
Entry/Admission - Temple of Horus
Full-board meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Entry/Admission - Temple of Karnak
Entry/Admission - Luxor Temple
Entry/Admission - Valley of the Kings
Entry/Admission - Temple of Philae
All service charges and taxes
Bottled Water during tours
Entry/Admission - Temple of Kom Ombo
Horse-drawn carriage ride in Edfu
Entry/Admission - Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el Bahari
All ground transportation is in an air-conditioned vehicle
Entry/Admission - Aswan High Dam
Entry/Admission - Unfinished Obelisk
Egyptologist guide during your excursions
Tipping
Tour guide speaking. German. French. Italian.Spanish
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
22 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Lovely work
Journey11622049208,Jan 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had Aladdin as our guide the entire tour. Genuinely speaking he was incredibly, first of all he was able to prevent the Egyptian belly that we got so he gave us a pill . Secondly he was very friendly, informative patient, and very knowledgeable with temple and the culture. We got a chance to stay with him at the boat and he and the cruise team made us Egyptian food was so good . He followed up on the issues we had and made sure was solved . Book with him and make sure you tip him . Such a lovely I definitely recommend
A Trip that will keep you with a smile on your face.
X1214KDlindan,Jan 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The trip was amazing so many definitely temples and tombs to see. The boat was very peaceful while floating down the Nile. Our guide Aladdin was wonderful with great knowledge and a personality that would keep a smile on your face definitely would recommend.
Beautiful tour among the wonders of Egypt.
M5434HKvaleriac,Jan 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I took this holiday with friends visiting these wonderful temples and tombs of ancient Egypt. During the tour we chose we were followed by the guide Aladdin. He is a very nice and easygoing person, very knowledgeable about the history of the places visited. She told us everything in perfect English and, thanks to her knowledge of Italian, she also helped us understand if we had any questions. He was also very helpful throughout the tour for any needs of the group. A wonderful person, really recommended!
Wonderful experience
ltL865HM,Jan 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great experience! We stayed 3 nights in the cozy Cruise Ship with friendly and always helpful staff during all days of stay, very good food. During all the guided tours we had two Aladdin guides who accompanied us during the visit to the Valley of the Kings and in Abu Simbel was always friendly helpful and very good at explanation, while in Luxsor we had mohamed which also was very prepared especially of Egyptology. I recommend this experience!
Nile cruise
Journey656007,Jan 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The guide aladdin was very friendly professional and kind. Wonderful experience
Aladin and Asma: one of the best thing about Egypt
javivitolopez,Jan 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a beautiful experience to share our time with these tour guides. The have amazing knowledge about the temples and they were super patient and super nice with us. 100%!
Really nice tour guide Aladin
mariasaludm2026,Jan 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was such an experience to have these nice tour guides. We tried to study before coming here but nothing compares with the experience and information. Such a nice people as well. 100% recomendable!!
BEST EGYPT TOUR GUIDE - Go ALADDIN
J5003EIsusann,Jan 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We enjoyed our cruise immensely . This is because of our tour guide Aladdin . Aladdin has a great understanding Of English and as a qualified Egyptologist - Aladdin gave us so much historical information . Most importantly my 15 year old daughter and I were travelling alone and Aladdin was always helping us and organising any other activities we wanted to do. Aladdin also gave us many tips for shopping for quality souvenirs and had many contacts of business people who made our holiday one of the best. I would recommend Aladdin to anyone travelling To Egypt !
Wonderful cruise with a wonderful guide
bridgetn269,Jan 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Aladdin was an amazing guide, he knew a lot about the places we visited and was extremely helpful with travel information and organisation. He was incredibly friendly and professional, I would absolutely recommend this to anyone.
Best Guide of Egypt
Déglinguos f,Jan 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We spent the day with Aladdin for the visits Valley of the Kings, Achepsous, Karnak and much more it was great and spiteful that he speaks French only for 1 month he is really good and friendly! Best guide in Egypt! Thank’s for all Alex and chico
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