5-Day Luxor to Aswan Nile Cruise: Standard, Deluxe or Luxury
- 5 Days 4 Nights
- Luxor - Esna - Edfu - Kom Ombo - Aswan
- Jan - Dec
Trip Overview
This Luxor to Aswan Nile cruise gives you four nights on the river and an extra day in Luxor compared with the shorter 3-night trip. You see the temples of Karnak and Luxor, the Valley of the Kings, Edfu, Kom Ombo and Philae, with the ship moving between them while you eat, rest or watch village life pass from the sun deck.
You choose the class. Standard ships such as the Sunrise Semiramis fleet give you comfortable 5-star cabins at the best price. Deluxe ships such as the Jaz fleet have more space, better food and more polished service. Luxury ships such as the Steigenberger fleet or Le Fayan add the largest cabins and the best dining. Ships sail on set days each week, so we confirm the exact boat when you book. Opening hours for the sites are on the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities website.
| Class | Example ships | Price per person |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | Sunrise Semiramis I, II, III or similar | From $750 |
| Deluxe | Jaz Nile cruise ships or similar | From $1,190 |
| Luxury | Steigenberger, Le Fayan or similar | From $1,590 |
Prices are per person sharing a double cabin, October to April. Summer departures cost less. Tell us your preferred class in the enquiry form.
Combine it with: our Abu Simbel day tour from Aswan, Luxor hot air balloon ride or the 8-day Egypt tour with a Nile cruise. Or see all our Nile cruises.
Price Includes
- 4 nights on a 5-star Nile cruise ship in the class you choose
- Full board: breakfast, lunch and dinner on board
- Guided visits to all sites in the itinerary with an Egyptologist
- Entrance fees to the sites in the itinerary
- Transfers between the ship and Luxor or Aswan airport or train station
Price Excludes
- Flights or train to Luxor and from Aswan
- Drinks on board
- Abu Simbel trip and hot air balloon ride (optional)
- Tips for the crew and guide
- Egypt visa
Itinerary
Day 1Board your ship in Luxor
Transfer to the ship and check in by lunchtime. In the afternoon, visit Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple with your guide. Dinner and overnight on board in Luxor.
Day 2Luxor West Bank and sail south
Visit the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon. Back on board for lunch as the ship sails south through the Esna lock towards Edfu.
Day 3Edfu and Kom Ombo
Visit the Temple of Horus at Edfu, the best-preserved temple in Egypt. Sail to Kom Ombo and see its double temple at sunset, then continue to Aswan.
Day 4Aswan
Visit the High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk and Philae Temple, reached by motorboat. The afternoon is free for a felucca sail or the Nubian village. Early-morning Abu Simbel trips can be added on request.
Day 5Disembark in Aswan
Breakfast on board, then check out and transfer to Aswan airport or train station.
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FAQ
Which class should I choose?
Standard suits travellers who want good value and spend most of the day sightseeing. Deluxe gives you more space and better food for a moderate extra cost. Luxury is for honeymoons and special trips, with the largest cabins and the best service.
Why Luxor to Aswan instead of Aswan to Luxor?
Sailing from Luxor takes four nights instead of three, so you have a full extra day for the Luxor sites and a slower trip up the Nile.
How do I get to Luxor from Cairo?
Take a one-hour domestic flight or the overnight sleeper train. We can book either and add it to your trip.
When is the best time for a Nile cruise?
October to April, when days are warm and sunny. Summer cruises cost less, but afternoon temperatures in Luxor and Aswan often pass 40°C.
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