Short Nile Cruise: Luxor & Aswan in 5 Days
Short on time? A focused five-day, three-night Nile cruise covering the very best of Luxor and Aswan, with an optional Abu Simbel add-on.
Overview
Perfect as a standalone short break or an add-on to a Cairo trip, this compact Nile cruise packs in the greatest temples of Upper Egypt without the rush. You fly to Luxor, sail to Aswan over three nights visiting Karnak, the Valley of the Kings, Edfu, Kom Ombo and Philae, with the option to add the unforgettable Abu Simbel.
Highlights
Three-night five-star Nile cruise
Karnak Temple and the Valley of the Kings in Luxor
Edfu and Kom Ombo along the river
Philae Temple in Aswan
Optional add-on to Abu Simbel
Itinerary
Day 1: Fly to Luxor, embark
Arrive in Luxor, board your cruiser, and visit Karnak and Luxor Temple.
Day 2: Luxor West Bank
The Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon, then sail toward Edfu.
Day 3: Edfu & Kom Ombo
Visit the temples of Edfu and Kom Ombo as you sail south to Aswan.
Day 4: Aswan
Philae Temple and the High Dam, with an optional early trip to Abu Simbel and a sunset felucca.
Day 5: Disembark & onward
Disembark in Aswan and transfer to the airport for your onward flight.
What's Included
- 4 nights five-star Nile cruise (full board)
- Private Egyptologist guide for excursions
- All transfers in Luxor and Aswan
- Sightseeing as per itinerary
Not Included
- Flights to Luxor / from Aswan
- Egypt entry visa
- Abu Simbel (optional add-on)
- Drinks, personal expenses and tips